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    National code: MEM30219

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining)

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Advance your skills in mechanical engineering with this practical course. Study as an apprentice while you learn transferable skills for exciting sectors like mining, sustainable energy, naval ship building, and more.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Support a real machining and engineering team and workplace

    • Perform precision engineering measurements

    • Carry out technical drawing and interpretation

    • Use hand and power tools

    • Use computer technologies and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for the engineering industry

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Experience communicating with industry peers in a real engineering environment

    • Comfort using key machining and engineering tools and resources

    • Environmentally sustainable engineering techniques

    • A strong knowledge of workplace health and safety for engineering workshops and settings

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • To take this course as an apprenticeship you need to be employed as an apprentice in the industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer and

    • Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • The ability to work in different environments, including outdoor and indoor sites

    • Comfort working in confined spaces

    • Completed your NSW School Certificate or an equivalent level of education

    • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level

    • The ability to work different hours, including shiftwork and weekends

    Note:

    • TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like:

    Mechanical Engineering Trades Workers

    Mechanical Engineering Trades Workers machine and prepare aircraft systems, metal parts, subassemblies and precision instruments. Motor Mechanics are excluded from this minor group.

    • Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).

      96%

    • Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.

      32,000 workers

    • Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.

      41 years

    • Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.

      $1,560

    • Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.

      45 hours

    • Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.

      Medium

    • Gender share

      2% female

    • Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.

      Stable

    Other jobs include: engineering tradesperson - mechanical, hydraulic technician , CNC machinist , maintenance fitter and manual machinist.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining) does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study1 Course

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining) does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 96 Weighting points, including 33 core and 63 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Undertake manual handlingMEM11011

    • Interpret technical drawingMEM09002

    • Perform computationsMEM12024

    • Perform engineering measurementsMEM12023

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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