Certificate II in Engineering

Course Code:MEM20105
Department:Aviation, Engineering and Security
Study Area(s):Engineering
Location(s):Broadmeadows
Course Length:Part-time day (1 year)
Course Fees:See our course fees section.
Mid-year Entry:This course accepts mid-year applications.
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Course overview

This course is a traineeship, combining paid work with training. Mature age people can apply for traineeships.

Course Modules

ELECTIVE
Module CodeModule TitleNominal Hours
MEM11.11BUndertake Manual Handling20
MEM12.23APerform Engineering Measurements30
MEM12.24APerform Computations30
MEM13.14BApply Principles of Occupational Health and Safety in The Work Environment10
MEM13.3BWork Safely With Industrial Chemicals and Materials20
MEM14.4APlan to Undertake a Routine Task10
MEM14.5APlan a Complete Activity20
MEM15.24AApply Quality Procedures10
MEM15.2AApply Quality Systems20
MEM16.6AOrganise and Communicate Information20
MEM16.7AWork With Others in a Manufacturing, Engineering or Related Environment10
MEM16.8AInteract With Computing Technology20
MEM17.3AAssist in The Provision of On The Job Training20
MEM18.1CUse Hand Tools20
MEM18.2BUse Power Tools/Hand Held Operations20
MEM18.3CUse Tools For Precision Work40
MEM18.55BDismantle, Replace and Assemble Engineering Components30
MEM5.12CPerform Routine Manual Metal Arc Welding20
MEM5.15CWeld Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.16CPerform Advanced Welding Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.17CWeld Using Gas Metal Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.18CPerform Advanced Welding Using Gas Metal Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.19CWeld Using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.20CPerform Advanced Welding Using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.26BApply Welding Principles40
MEM5.42BPerform Welds to Code Standards Using Flux Core Arc Welding Process60
MEM5.43BPerform Welds to Code Standards Using Gas Metal Arc Welding Process60
MEM5.44BPerform Welds to Code Standards Using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process60
MEM5.45BPerform Pipe Welds to Code Standards Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Process60
MEM5.46BPerform Welds to Code Standards Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Process60
MEM5.47BWeld Using Flux Core Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.48BPerform Advanced Welding Using Flux Core Arc Welding Process40
MEM5.49BPerform Routine Gas Tungsten Arc Welding20
MEM5.4CPerform Routine Oxy Acetylene Welding20
MEM5.50BPerform Routine Gas Metal Arc Welding20
MEM5.51ASelect Welding Processes20
MEM5.52AApply Safe Welding Practices40
MEM5.5BCarry Out Mechanical Cutting20
MEM5.7CPerform Manual Heating and Thermal Cutting20
MEM5.8CPerform Advanced Manual Thermal Cutting, Gouging and Shaping20
MEM6.7BPerform Basic Incidental Heat/Quenching, Tempering and Annealing20
MEM7.1BPerform Operational Maintenance of Machines/Equipment20
MEM7.24BOperate and Monitor Machine/Process40
MEM7.29BPerform Routine Sharpening/Maintenance of Production Tools and Cutters40
MEM7.32BUse Workshop Machines For Basic Operations20
MEM7.3BPerform Machine Setting (Routine)40
MEM7.5BPerform General Machining80
MEM9.2BInterpret Technical Drawing40

What employment opportunities will I have?

When you successfully complete this course you can continue on to higher levels of study or apply for work in a range of jobs within the production fabrication manufacture industry.

What skills will I have when I complete this course?

You will gain skills in following work instructions and procedures, operating in a team environment and being responsible for assuring the quality of your work.

What qualifications will I receive?

You will be awarded the Certificate II in Engineering. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

You will become eligible to apply for higher level courses such as the certificate III.

Can I apply?

To start a traineeship, you need to find a traineeship job (part-time or full-time) and sign a training contract with your employer. (Year 10 or year 11 is usually an advantage for school leavers).

How do I apply?

New Apprentices/Trainees will first need to be employed and signed up to a "Contract of training" by an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC), with Kangan Institute listed as the preferred provider . For locations visit http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/. For further information call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.

How will I be selected for this course?

You will be interviewed and may have to complete a basic literacy and numeracy test. Applicants must be currently employed as a trainee in the field of Engineering.

How long is the course?

Generally 12 months, combining on-the-job and off-the-job training.
Students generally attend one day per week until the traineeship is completed which is usually within one year.

Where and how can I study?

The course is available at the Broadmeadows campus.

What costs and other fees should I expect?

For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.

How will I be assessed?

You will need to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. You may be assessed by a combination of written assignments or tests, oral tests and practical assessments in class, or during a work placement. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. If needed, you will have the chance for reassessment and appeal.

Additional comments

This course has a mid-year entry.

What will I study?

The modules studied will depend on the area of specialisation and will include core modules and electives.

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