Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing
| Course Code: | MSA41108 |
| Department: | Centre for Competitive Operations |
| Study Area(s): | Lean Enterprise (Competitive Manufacturing) |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (1 year, 6 months) Part-time day (2 years) Part-time night (2 years) Flexible (2 years, 6 months) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
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Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233)
or +613 9279 2222
Email us at enquiries@kangan.edu.au
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Course overview
The Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing is aimed at people working as team leaders in a manufacturing environment. However, the learning can be applied into service sectors, retail etc.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MSACMC410A | Lead Change in a Manufacturing Environment | 50 |
| MSACMS400A | Implement a Competitive Manufacturing System | 50 |
| MSACMS401A | Ensure Process Improvements Are Sustained | 50 |
| Total hours: | 150 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCMN402A | Develop Work Priorities | 30 |
| BSBCMN412A | Promote Innovation and Change | 50 |
| BSBFLM403B | Implement Effective Workplace Relationships | 50 |
| BSBFLM409B | Implement Continuous Improvement | 50 |
| MSACMS405A | Lead a Manufacturing Team Using a Balanced Score Card Approach | 40 |
| MSACMT240A | Apply 5s Procedures in a Manufacturing Environment | 40 |
| MSACMT251A | Apply Quality Standards | 30 |
| MSACMT280A | Undertake Root Cause Analysis | 50 |
| MSACMT421A | Facilitate a Just in Time (Jit) System | 50 |
| MSACMT430A | Improve Cost Factors in Work Practices | 50 |
| MSACMT440A | Lead 5s in a Manufacturing Environment | 50 |
| MSACMT441A | Facilitate Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing | 40 |
| MSACMT451A | Mistake Proof a Production Process | 50 |
| MSACMT620A | Develop Quick Changeover Procedures | 60 |
| MSAPMSUP390A | Use Structured Problem Solving Tools | 40 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course has a mid-year intake.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course is aimed at existing workers who are currently employed in a manufacturing environment and completion of the course may lead to greater opportunities in your specialised area depending on your workplace situation.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills associated with being a team leader in a competitive manufacturing environment.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course is part of a suite of related courses in competitive manufacturing. On successful completion of this course, you may be able to continue on to higher level studies, such as a Diploma in Competitive Manufacturing.
Can I apply?
To obtain maximum benefit from this program, it is preferrable that you are employed to allow you to apply the learning.
How do I apply?
By either calling the Customer Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
Alternately you can contact the Centre for Competitive Operations on (03) 9279 2422
How will I be selected for this course?
It is preferrable to be employed to do this course.
The course is suitable for persons working in the manufacturing industry as an team leader.
How long is the course?
The nominal duration of this course is 500 hours.
Where and how can I study?
This course is completed part-time at the Broadmeadows Campus, or the applicants workplace if part of an industry group. A coach/mentor is assigned to you.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will take place on the job. You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
The program is designed to allow all learning participants to apply the learning which addresses problems identified in your work environment to meet a business outcome.
It is preferred that you are be employed to do this course. If not consult with the course facilitator.
This course has a mid-year entry.
What will I study?
-Standard work
-Visual factory and visual management
-Improved work efficiency and work practices
-Ability to identify waste leading to waste elimination
-Increase productivity
-Improved utilisation of resources
-Knowledge sharing with organisations
-5S and Pull Systems
-Lead competitive manufacturing team
-Lead team culture improvement
-Improve cost factors in work processes
-Facilitate continuous improvement
-Problem solving
-Quality at the source
-Sustaining process improvement
-Effective Lean Leadership to lead change within any value stream
-Root cause analysis - the practical side
