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MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic (Mobile Plant Mechanic)

MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic (Mobile Plant Mechanic)

National ID MEM31419 State ID AD55

Ready for an Apprenticeship?

Please note, this course can only be accessed by an employed apprentice, if this course interests you, please speak to your employer or employment agency about signing up as an apprentice.

This qualification defines the...

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mobile plant mechanic

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.

Overview

Campus Kalgoorlie

When Available all year round

Study Mode Apprenticeship | Workplace

Ready for an Apprenticeship?

Please note, this course can only be accessed by an employed apprentice, if this course interests you, please speak to your employer or employment agency about signing up as an apprentice.

This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical specialising in diesel fitting and plant mechanics within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries.

The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of trade work including manufacturing, assembly and commissioning of mobile and stationary plant, servicing, diagnosis and rectification of faults, condition monitoring, and preventative maintenance.

This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as a fixed and/or mobile plant mechanic.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2024

Details

When Available all year round, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Apprenticeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete units of competence to the value of ninety-six (96) points, comprising of nineteen (19) core units to the value of thirty-three (33) points and elective units to the value of thirty-three (33) points, selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Apprenticeship arrangements.

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
MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing $58.32 $17.28 $82.02
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling $29.16 $8.64 $60.45
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements $77.76 $23.04 $112.11
MEM12024 Perform computations $43.74 $12.96 $60.45
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering $51.84 $15.36 $46.47
MEM14006 Plan work activities $51.84 $15.36 $66.15
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information $29.16 $8.64 $36.66
MEM16008 Interact with computing technology $29.16 $8.64 $40.37
MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on-the-job training $29.16 $8.64 $36.66
MEM18001 Use hand tools $29.16 $8.64 $41.91
MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations $29.16 $8.64 $40.37
MEM18055 Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components $43.74 $12.96 $46.47
MEM27006 Diagnose and rectify batteries, low voltage sensors and circuits $116.64 $34.56 $131.86
MEM27016 Diagnose and maintain electronic controlling systems on mobile and stationary plant $58.32 $17.28 $56.08
MEM27017 Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant $58.32 $17.28 $60.45
MEM27019 Diagnose, repair and replace diesel engines in stationary and mobile plant $72.90 $21.60 $75.76
MEM27020 Apply knowledge of large combustion engine operations to service and maintenance tasks $29.16 $8.64 $30.53
MEM27023 Diagnose and rectify fieldbus circuits in mobile and stationary plant and equipment $58.32 $17.28 $60.45
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices $32.40 $9.60 $4.78

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Maintain and repair stationary and mobile plant engine cooling systems
$29.16 $8.64 $30.53
Test and repair compression ignition systems
$58.32 $17.28 $66.15
Maintain and repair engine lubrication systems
$29.16 $8.64 $32.23
Tune diesel engines
$58.32 $17.28 $66.15
Diagnose and rectify braking systems
$87.48 $25.92 $98.75
Maintain steering systems
$58.32 $17.28 $58.63
Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions
$116.64 $34.56 $131.86
Diagnose and rectify drive line and final drives
$58.32 $17.28 $66.15

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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