This entry level qualification is intended for enrolled school students interested in the metals engineering industry with a view to entering into employment in that area. This qualification will equip graduates with knowledge and skills which will enhance their prospects of employment in a metal engineering or related working environment.
This qualification is not linked to a specific job. It imparts background skills and knowledge required for entering the engineering industry. It provides exposure to skills that can be applied to a range of jobs across the engineering industry.
Further training pathways from this course include Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade.
Classroom - Training will be delivered on site at SuniTAFE.
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable. Students must be listed on the approved 2024 VETDSS contract.
1 Years
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| MEM07032 | Use workshop machines for basic operations | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | 30 | $65.00 |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations | 30 | $39.00 |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | 40 | $52.00 |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/hand held operations | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEMPE001A | Use engineering workshop machines | 60 | $78.00 |
| MEMPE002A | Use electric welding machines | 40 | $52.00 |
| MEMPE004A | Use fabrication equipment | 40 | $52.00 |
| MEMPE005A | Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industry | 20 | $26.00 |
| MEMPE006A | Undertake a basic engineering project | 80 | $104.00 |
| 2024 | 2025 | |
| Government Subsidised | $0 | $0 |
| Concession | $0 | $0 |
| Self-Funded | $0 | $0 |
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2025 February | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, VET Delivery to Secondary Students |
