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MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)

MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)

National ID MEM30219 State ID AD58

Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?

When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter ZA) you will be looking at a trades career as a Mechanical Fitter, Hydraulic Fitter, Mobile Service...

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Mechanical Trade fitting

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 Geraldton | Kalgoorlie

When Available all year round

Study Mode Apprenticeship | Workplace

Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?

When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter ZA) you will be looking at a trades career as a Mechanical Fitter, Hydraulic Fitter, Mobile Service Technician or a Marine Fitter in industries such as Mining, Defence, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing. 

Gain these skills:

  • work with pumps and hydraulics systems 
  • work with pneumatic systems
  • work with mechanical drives and transmissions
  • use workshop machines
  • use hand and power tools
  • arc welding
  • thermal cutting
  • measuring using instruments
  • technical drawing
  • workplace health and safety
  • fitting of bearings, drive trains and couplings
  • Levelling and alignment of equipment. 

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2025

Details

When Available all year round, 2025
Where Geraldton
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 twelve (12) core units to the value of thirty-three (33) points and elective units to the value of sixty-three (63) 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
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
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform general machining
$116.64 $34.56 $144.00
Perform precision mechanical measurement
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Mark off/out (general engineering)
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Use tools for precision work
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform precision fitting of engineering components
$87.48 $25.92 $102.31
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Balance equipment
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
$29.16 $8.64 $36.66
Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Perform gland packing
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Maintain pneumatic system components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Maintain hydraulic system components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
$43.74 $12.96 $46.47

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

Available all year round, 2024

Details

When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
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 twelve (12) core units to the value of thirty-three (33) points and elective units to the value of sixty-three (63) 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
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
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
$29.16 $8.64 $44.48
Perform general machining
$116.64 $34.56 $144.00
Perform precision mechanical measurement
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Mark off/out (general engineering)
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Use tools for precision work
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform precision fitting of engineering components
$87.48 $25.92 $102.31
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Balance equipment
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
$29.16 $8.64 $36.66
Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Perform gland packing
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Maintain pneumatic system components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Maintain hydraulic system components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
$43.74 $12.96 $46.47

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

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 twelve (12) core units to the value of thirty-three (33) points and elective units to the value of sixty-three (63) 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
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices $32.40 $9.60 $4.78

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
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
Perform general machining
$116.64 $34.56 $144.00
Perform lathe operations
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform milling operations
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform precision mechanical measurement
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Mark off/out (general engineering)
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Use tools for precision work
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform precision fitting of engineering components
$87.48 $25.92 $102.31
Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Perform gland packing
$29.16 $8.64 $35.52
Maintain pneumatic system components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Maintain hydraulic system components
$58.32 $17.28 $71.38
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
$43.74 $12.96 $46.47

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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