Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

MEM31922

Length

4 Years (part time)

Location

Shepparton - Fryers Street, Wangaratta - Docker Street

Study mode

Block Release On Campus & Workplace

Overview

Course start dates are indicative and are subject to change. Students will receive information from their teacher upon enrolment including a confirmed start date and timetable. If applicable, students will also receive information about a course induction and directions on where to go on the first day.

Introduction

This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an engineering tradesperson - fabrication within metal, engineering, manufacturing, and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed to meet the needs of apprentices in this trade. The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of fabrication work, including undertaking metal fabrication, structural steel erection, sheet metal work, and welding.

This qualification is designed to provide an industry-recognised skills profile related to trade work as an Engineering Tradesperson ‐ Fabrication.

Careers & study pathways

Where can this course take me?

This course prepares graduates to work in the fields of:

  • Metal fabrication
  • Boilermaking
  • Structural Steel Erection
  • Welding

Further study

After graduating, participants might like to undertake further study in the:

Course details

Upcoming dates and times

Shepparton - Fryers Street

(2 commencing soon)

  • Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Workplace

  • Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - School Based Apprentice or Trainee - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Workplace

Wangaratta - Docker Street

(2 commencing soon)

  • Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Workplace

  • Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - School Based Apprentice or Trainee - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Workplace

Attendance & commitment

School-Based Apprenticeship Traineeship blended delivery | 4 years course length | Part-time study load

Students are expected to:

  • Attend classes on campus seven weeks per year for five days per week and 8 hours per day.
  • Spend approximately 2 hours per week working through their course materials research, revision, and completion of assessments.
  • The students are released one day per week from school to complete 7 hours working in the industry.
  • Students are required to complete on-the-job training, independent research, and self-directed learning to fulfill the requirements of the apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship blended delivery | 4 years course length | Full-time study load

Students are expected to:

  • Attend classes on campus seven weeks per year for five days per week and 8 hours per day.
  • Spend approximately 2 hours per week working through their course materials research, revision, and completion of assessments.
  • Students are required to complete on-the-job training, independent research, and self-directed learning to fulfill the requirements of the apprenticeship.

Assessment methods

Assessment methods may include:

  • Knowledge questions
  • Practicals
  • Projects

Study units

Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.

Core units

12 units
  • MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
  • MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
  • MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
  • MEM12024 Perform computations
  • MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
  • MEM14006 Plan work activities
  • MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
  • MEM16008 Interact with computing technology
  • MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
  • MEM18001 Use hand tools
  • MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations
  • MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective units

20 units
  • MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cutting
  • MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
  • MEM05009 Perform automated thermal cutting
  • MEM05010 Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
  • MEM05012 Perform routine manual metal arc welding
  • MEM05037 Perform geometric development
  • MEM05049 Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
  • MEM05050 Perform routine gas metal arc welding
  • MEM05052 Apply safe welding practices
  • MEM05072 Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process
  • MEM05073 Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process
  • MEM05074 Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process
  • MEM05085 Select welding processes
  • MEM05089 Assemble fabricated components
  • MEM05090 Weld using manual metal arc welding process
  • MEM05091 Weld using gas metal arc welding process
  • MEM05092 Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
  • MEM05094 Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications
  • MEM07032 Use workshop machines for basic operations
  • MEM12007 Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes

Before you begin

Entry requirements

GOTAFE entry requirements

Before being accepted into this course applicants must:

  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
  • Prospective Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract before applying for this course.

Industry requirements

  • Working in this industry can be physically demanding and students should consider their physical stamina.
  • This industry will require bending, lifting, and manual handling.

Student resources

Students must have:

  • A laptop/computer with internet access.
  • Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
  • General stationery (pens, pencils, rulers).
  • Safety boots.
  • Eye protection.
  • Ear defenders.
  • Cotton-based workwear, welding helmet, gloves, and oxy goggles.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

  • Aspirations/career goals
  • Educational attainment and capability
  • Literacy and numeracy skills
  • Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

  • Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Fees and payments

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

1. Subsidised Apprentice
$4,900.00
2. Subsidised Apprentice (Concession)
$980.00
3. Full Fee
$20,400.00
Course Materials
$1,350.00
Student Services Fees (per year)
$100.00

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.

Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:

  • are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2025 and may change without notice.
  • will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.

Course Fees consist of 3 different components:

  1. Student Tuition Fee - cover the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
    1. an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
    2. an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
    3. ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
  2. Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts, and booklets, e-Learning resources, and associated license access fees and excursions.
  3. Student Services Fee (SSF) - contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.

Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
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Student support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Learning support

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Library

Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.

Support for personal issues

We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

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Disability support

Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.

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Counselling services

We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.

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Koorie Unit

The Koorie Unit is a culturally safe space on our Shepparton Fryers Street Campus for all Koorie students enrolled and studying through GOTAFE, or with one of our education partnering organisations.

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Further information is provided at course induction.