Certificate III In Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Begin your career as a mechanical tradesperson with this accredited apprenticeship course

Course code

MEM30219

Delivery location

Dandenong

International

Not available for International students

Length

Part Time, 3 years.

Start dates

February, April, July, September

• Read more about this course

  INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
  
  Entry requirements for literacy and numeracy range from levels one to two.
  
  Applicants must be able to communicate in a professional setting using the English language.
  
  Applicants must be physically fit and able to work within an engineering workshop, in specific, be able to lift and move heavy items, use power tools and handheld tools.
  
  Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of theory and practice. This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment as a toolmaker, machinist or fitter. Once complete, you can extend your skills by studying Chisholm’s Certificate IV in Engineering.
  
  Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  MEM17003	Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
  MEM18055	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
  MEM16006	Organise and communicate information
  MEM10010	Install pipework and pipework assemblies
  MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
  MEM12024	Perform computations
  MEM12023	Perform engineering measurements
  MEM16008	Interact with computing technology
  MEM07005	Perform general machining
  MEM11011	Undertake manual handling
  MEM05005	Carry out mechanical cutting
  MEM18007	Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
  MEM05007	Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
  MEM09002	Interpret technical drawing
  MEM07021	Perform complex lathe operations
  MEM18003	Use tools for precision work
  MEM18005	Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
  MEM18002	Use power tools/hand held operations
  MEM07006	Perform lathe operations
  MEM18006	Perform precision fitting of engineering components
  MEM07007	Perform milling operations
  MEM18011	Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
  MEM18001	Use hand tools
  MEM18009	Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
  MEM14006	Plan work activities
  MEM12006	Mark off/out (general engineering)
  MEM18013	Perform gland packing
  MEM12003	Perform precision mechanical measurement
  MEM13015	Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering

• Course and career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate III In Engineering - Mechanical Trade	Bachelor Of Engineering Technology	Certificate IV In Engineering
  Possible job outcome	fitter mechatronics tradeperson toolmaker machinist	systems engineer maintenance engineer production manager commissioning engineer	computer numerical control (CNC) programmer fitter

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

• Admission requirements

  Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer, It is recommended school leaver students complete the pre-apprenticeship pathway (Certificate II) prior to enrolling, or complete a pre-training assessment for literacy and numeracy of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2, working level 3

• Fees

  Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)
  Concession	$941
  Government subsidised	$4,704
  Full fee paying	$19,584
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$610
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135
  Student services - no concession (annual)	$270

  *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
  **You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

• Help with fees

  Apprentices

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

  Government-subsidised training

  Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligiblity requirements for government-subsidised training.

  Other financial assistance available for apprentices

  As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

  Employers

  As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance