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MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)

MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)

National ID MEM20105 State ID AA50

Your career in heavy metal starts here.

Learn to use the latest technological developments in the fabrication and welding trade and learn to operate heavy fabrication equipment in a supportive and safe environment.

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Engineering and Mining

This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more here.

^ You’ll pay half price course fees on Lower fees, Local Skills qualifications, however please note other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your course.

CampusesGeraldton. Kalgoorlie.

When Semester 1, 2024. Semester 2, 2024.

Study Mode On campus.

Are you looking for a career making heavy metal objects?

Following this pre-apprenticeship program, graduates can continue their studies in a metal fabrication apprenticeship. Metal fabricators and welders work in a diverse trade, applying a broad range of fabrication and welding skills to industries including: mechanical and civil engineering, mining resources sector, heavy haulage and road transport, agriculture machinery, construction, defence, refineries and materials bulk handling. Pre-apprentices are exposed to the latest technological developments in the fabrication and welding trade, including computer controlled metal plate cutting equipment.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete the five (5) core and elective units to the value of at least thirty (30) points, selected from the options provided below. A work practice component of 150 hours minimum must also be completed.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment $6.48 $1.92 $9.02
MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task $6.48 $1.92 $7.93
MEM15002A Apply quality systems $25.92 $7.68 $30.53
MEM15024A Apply quality procedures $6.48 $1.92 $7.93
MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment $6.48 $1.92 $7.93

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Module 1 (placement arranged)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 2 (commenced)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 3 (mid-point)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 4 (completed)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Perform sheet and plate assembly
$58.32 $17.28 $119.16
Perform brazing and or silver soldering
$29.16 $8.64 $41.91
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Undertake dogging
$58.32 $17.28 $60.45
Undertake manual handling
$29.16 $8.64 $60.45
Use comparison and basic measuring devices
$29.16 $8.64 $30.53
Perform engineering measurements
$77.76 $23.04 $112.11
Organise and communicate information
$29.16 $8.64 $36.66
Interact with computing technology
$29.16 $8.64 $40.37
Use hand tools
$29.16 $8.64 $41.91
Use power tools/hand held operations
$29.16 $8.64 $40.37

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 1 Year
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete the five (5) core and elective units to the value of at least thirty (30) points, selected from the options provided below. A work practice component of 150 hours minimum must also be completed.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment $6.48 $1.92 $9.02
MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task $6.48 $1.92 $7.93
MEM15002A Apply quality systems $25.92 $7.68 $30.53
MEM15024A Apply quality procedures $6.48 $1.92 $7.93
MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment $6.48 $1.92 $7.93

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Module 1 (placement arranged)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 2 (commenced)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 3 (mid-point)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 4 (completed)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Perform routine oxy acetylene welding
$29.16 $8.64 $49.76
Carry out mechanical cutting
$29.16 $8.64 $49.76
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Interpret technical drawing
$58.32 $17.28 $82.02
Perform engineering measurements
$77.76 $23.04 $112.11
Perform computations
$43.74 $12.96 $60.45
Plan a complete activity
$51.84 $15.36 $66.15
Use hand tools
$29.16 $8.64 $41.91
Use power tools/hand held operations
$29.16 $8.64 $40.37

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Semester 2, 2024

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete the five (5) core and elective units to the value of at least thirty (30) points, selected from the options provided below. A work practice component of 150 hours minimum must also be completed.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment $6.48 $1.92 $9.02
MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task $6.48 $1.92 $7.93
MEM15002A Apply quality systems $25.92 $7.68 $30.53
MEM15024A Apply quality procedures $6.48 $1.92 $7.93

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Module 1 (placement arranged)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 2 (commenced)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 3 (mid-point)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 4 (completed)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Perform sheet and plate assembly
$58.32 $17.28 $119.16
Perform brazing and or silver soldering
$29.16 $8.64 $41.91
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Undertake dogging
$58.32 $17.28 $60.45
Undertake manual handling
$29.16 $8.64 $60.45
Use comparison and basic measuring devices
$29.16 $8.64 $30.53
Perform engineering measurements
$77.76 $23.04 $112.11
Organise and communicate information
$29.16 $8.64 $36.66
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
$6.48 $1.92 $7.93
Interact with computing technology
$29.16 $8.64 $40.37
Use hand tools
$29.16 $8.64 $41.91
Use power tools/hand held operations
$29.16 $8.64 $40.37

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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