CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING - MECHANICAL TRADE PLANT MECHANIC courses & training in Perth Australia

National ID: MEM30205 | State ID: WT90

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Are you looking for a spark to ignite your career?

When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering- Mechanical Trade (Plant Mechanic ZG/Z) you"ll be ready for a career in the heavy plant industry.

You will have the broad range of skills and knowledge to work effectively in the industry, including diagnosing and repairing drivelines, drive assemblies, engines, brakes, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, steering, wiring and circuits, and workplace safety and health.

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An apprenticeship contract must be undertaken as part of this course.

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School Leaver	Non-School Leaver	AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8	C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent	Certificate I or Certificate II

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Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Plant Mechanic ZG/Z) you’ll be ready for a career in the heavy plant industry.

For information about jobs and pathways, please see www.joboutlook.gov.au

Further study opportunities: MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering – Fluid Power

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Where	Kalgoorlie
Duration	4 Year Apprenticeship
How	Apprenticeship Face To Face (Class Room)
When	Available Semester 2 Available Semester 1

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The fees identified above for this course are (predominantly) based on full-time face-to-face delivery (or Apprenticeship/Traineeship delivery) for this course. Fees may vary depending on your choice of units and some delivery modes. You can also find details of all course costs on our Fees page here.

At Central Regional TAFE, three types of fees may be charged:

Course fees - set by the State Government and are calculated on the category of enrolment. Students studying a certificate course may be eligible for a concession. Concession students pay 30% of the course fees (not incidental, resource or other fees).
Resource fees - covers materials purchased by the TAFE which will be consumed or transformed by students in the course of instruction, such as workshop materials & workbooks.
Other fees - charged for goods and services that are provided by the TAFE such as security, name badges and IT infrastructure.

In addition to these fees, students may need to purchase textbooks, uniforms and other course specific equipment.

Units

Stage 1 (1st year)

Unit Title	National ID	Unit of Study
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment	MEM13014A	W5502
Apply quality systems	MEM15002A	W5532
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components	MEM18055B	W5601
Interpret technical drawing	MEM09002B	W5418
Maintain engine cooling systems	MEM18024B	W5568
Maintain engine lubrication systems	MEM18028B	W5572
Perform computations	MEM12024A	W5449
Perform engineering measurements	MEM12023A	W5492
Plan a complete activity	MEM14005A	W5513
Repair and fit engineering components	MEM18006C	WA652
Service combustion engines	MEM18025B	W5569
Use hand tools	MEM18001C	W5563
Use power tools/hand held operations	MEM18002B	W5574
Use tools for precision work	MEM18003C	W5584

Stage 2 (2nd year)

Unit Title	National ID	Unit of Study
Apply quality procedures	MEM15024A	W5531
Assist in the provision of on the job training	MEM17003A	W5552
Diagnose and rectify low voltage charging systems	MEM18037B	W5581
Diagnose and rectify low voltage electrical systems	MEM18030B	W5575
Diagnose and rectify low voltage starting systems	MEM18031B	W5576
Interact with computing technology	MEM16008A	W5452
Maintain hydraulic system components	MEM18020B	W5564
Maintain pneumatic system components	MEM18018C	W5561
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices	MSAENV272B	D3655
Perform brazing and or silver soldering	MEM05006C	S7596
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting	MEM05007C	W5333
Perform routine manual metal arc welding	MEM05012C	W5294
Test compression ignition fuel systems	MEM18026C	W5570
Tune diesel engines	MEM18029B	W5573
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment	MEM16007A	W5548

Stage 3 (3rd year)

Unit Title	National ID	Unit of Study
Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions	MEM18043C	W5588
Diagnose and rectify braking systems	MEM18035B	W5580
Diagnose and rectify drive line and final drives	MEM18044C	W5589
Organise and communicate information	MEM16006A	W5451
Plan to undertake a routine task	MEM14004A	W5512

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Where	Kalgoorlie
Duration	4 Year Apprenticeship
How	Apprenticeship Face To Face (Class Room)
When	Available Semester 2 Available Semester 1

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When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Plant Mechanic ZG/Z) you’ll be ready for a career in the heavy plant industry.

For information about jobs and pathways, please see www.joboutlook.gov.au

Further study opportunities: MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering – Fluid Power

Further study opportunities:

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Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

At Central Regional TAFE, three types of fees may be charged:

Course fees - set by the State Government and are calculated on the category of enrolment. Students studying a certificate course may be eligible for a concession. Concession students pay 30% of the course fees (not incidental, resource or other fees).
Resource fees - covers materials purchased by the TAFE which will be consumed or transformed by students in the course of instruction, such as workshop materials & workbooks.
Other fees - charged for goods and services that are provided by the TAFE such as security, name badges and IT infrastructure.

In addition to these fees, students may need to purchase textbooks, uniforms and other course specific equipment.

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Stage 1 (1st year)

Unit Title	National ID	Unit of Study
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment	MEM13014A	W5502
Apply quality systems	MEM15002A	W5532
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components	MEM18055B	W5601
Interpret technical drawing	MEM09002B	W5418
Maintain engine cooling systems	MEM18024B	W5568
Maintain engine lubrication systems	MEM18028B	W5572
Perform computations	MEM12024A	W5449
Perform engineering measurements	MEM12023A	W5492
Plan a complete activity	MEM14005A	W5513
Repair and fit engineering components	MEM18006C	WA652
Service combustion engines	MEM18025B	W5569
Use hand tools	MEM18001C	W5563
Use power tools/hand held operations	MEM18002B	W5574
Use tools for precision work	MEM18003C	W5584

Stage 2 (2nd year)

Unit Title	National ID	Unit of Study
Apply quality procedures	MEM15024A	W5531
Assist in the provision of on the job training	MEM17003A	W5552
Diagnose and rectify low voltage charging systems	MEM18037B	W5581
Diagnose and rectify low voltage electrical systems	MEM18030B	W5575
Diagnose and rectify low voltage starting systems	MEM18031B	W5576
Interact with computing technology	MEM16008A	W5452
Maintain hydraulic system components	MEM18020B	W5564
Maintain pneumatic system components	MEM18018C	W5561
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices	MSAENV272B	D3655
Perform brazing and or silver soldering	MEM05006C	S7596
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting	MEM05007C	W5333
Perform routine manual metal arc welding	MEM05012C	W5294
Test compression ignition fuel systems	MEM18026C	W5570
Tune diesel engines	MEM18029B	W5573
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment	MEM16007A	W5548

Stage 3 (3rd year)

Unit Title	National ID	Unit of Study
Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions	MEM18043C	W5588
Diagnose and rectify braking systems	MEM18035B	W5580
Diagnose and rectify drive line and final drives	MEM18044C	W5589
Organise and communicate information	MEM16006A	W5451
Plan to undertake a routine task	MEM14004A	W5512

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If this course uses TAFE Admissions, to study full-time in 2019 apply through tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au.

Online and continuous or flexible learning enrolment courses normally have enrolments available ongoing at any time, for help enrolling or for more information:

Call: 1800 672 700 or email: info@crtafe.wa.edu.au

You can also register and apply for a course through our Application Portal. More detail here.

International students please contact www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au.

For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.

For all other enquiries please call us on 1800 672 700 or email: info@crtafe.wa.edu.au.

Please note: All enrolling students will require a Unique Student Identifier number.

Recognition of Prior Learning validates your existing skills and knowledge. Find out more under Future Students to customise your learning pathways.

Disclaimer

Courses at Central Regional TAFE are delivered subject to resources and demand. For the latest information, check with the appropriate campus, as course availability may be subject to review and change.

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If you have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification with Central Regional TAFE, you may be able to obtain credits towards a degree at Geraldton Universities Centre (GUC), Charles Sturt University, Central Queensland University and the University of Southern Queensland.

In addition to the arrangements in place with specific Universities, a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification from us will enable you to gain direct entry into related undergraduate degree courses in most Universities throughout Australia. You may also be eligible to gain credits with other Universities on a case-by-case basis.

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If this course uses TAFE Admissions, to study full-time in 2019 apply through tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au.

Online and continuous or flexible learning enrolment courses normally have enrolments available ongoing at any time, for help enrolling or for more information:

Call: 1800 672 700 or email: info@crtafe.wa.edu.au

You can also register and apply for a course through our Application Portal. More detail here.

International students please contact www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au.

For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.

For all other enquiries please call us on 1800 672 700 or email: info@crtafe.wa.edu.au.

Please note: All enrolling students will require a Unique Student Identifier number.

Recognition of Prior Learning validates your existing skills and knowledge. Find out more under Future Students to customise your learning pathways.

Disclaimer

If this course uses TAFE Admissions, to study full-time in 2019 apply through tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au.

Online and continuous or flexible learning enrolment courses normally have enrolments available ongoing at any time, for help enrolling or for more information:

Call: 1800 672 700 or email: info@crtafe.wa.edu.au

You can also register and apply for a course through our Application Portal. More detail here.

International students please contact www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au.

For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.

For all other enquiries please call us on 1800 672 700 or email: info@crtafe.wa.edu.au.

Please note: All enrolling students will require a Unique Student Identifier number.

Recognition of Prior Learning validates your existing skills and knowledge. Find out more under Future Students to customise your learning pathways.

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Certificate III

Engineering and Mining

Mechanical

Available Semester 2

Available Semester 1

Fee Type	Course Fee	Resource Fee	Total Fee
General	$2,639.00	$1,256.47	$3,895.47

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About this course: <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p style="margin-bottom: 0.3em"> </p> <p>Training Package Version:Release 3</p> <p><strong>Are you looking for a spark to ignite your career?</strong></p> <p>When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering- Mechanical Trade (Plant Mechanic ZG/Z) you"ll be ready for a career in the heavy plant industry.</p> <p>You will have the broad range of skills and knowledge to work effectively in the industry, including diagnosing and repairing drivelines, drive assemblies, engines, brakes, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, steering, wiring and circuits, and workplace safety and health.</p> <h2>Work Placement</h2> <p>An apprenticeship contract must be undertaken as part of this course.</p> <h2>VET Student Loans</h2> <p>This course is NOT eligible for a VET Student Loan.</p> </div></div></div>

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Entrance requirements: <table class="entrance_requirement"> <tbody> <tr> <th class="col1">School Leaver</th> <th class="col2">Non-School Leaver</th> <th class="col3">AQF</th> </tr> </tbody> <tbody> <tr> <td>OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8</td> <td>C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent</td> <td>Certificate I or Certificate II</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

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How to apply <p>Visit our <a href="https://www.centralregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/apply-and-enrol" target="_blank">Apply and Enrol</a> page to find out how to apply for full-time, part-time or online courses.</p> <p>International students please visit <a href="http://www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au" target="_blank">www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au</a></p> <p>For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.</p> <p>For all other enquiries please call us on 1800 672 700 or email: <a href="mailto:info@crtafe.wa.edu.au">info@crtafe.wa.edu.au</a>.</p> <p>Please note: All enrolling students will require a Unique Student Identifier number.</p> <p> </p> <h3>Disclaimer</h3> <p>Courses at Central Regional TAFE are delivered subject to resources and demand. For the latest information, check with the appropriate campus, as course availability may be subject to review and change.</p>

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Units <p></p><b>Stage 1 (1st year)</b> <table class="overview" cellpadding="0"> <tr> <th scope="col">Unit Title</th> <th scope="col">National ID</th> <th scope="col">Unit of Study</th> </tr><tr><td>Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment</td><td>MEM13014A</td><td>W5502</td></tr> <tr><td>Apply quality systems</td><td>MEM15002A</td><td>W5532</td></tr> <tr><td>Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components</td><td>MEM18055B</td><td>W5601</td></tr> <tr><td>Interpret technical drawing</td><td>MEM09002B</td><td>W5418</td></tr> <tr><td>Maintain engine cooling systems</td><td>MEM18024B</td><td>W5568</td></tr> <tr><td>Maintain engine lubrication systems</td><td>MEM18028B</td><td>W5572</td></tr> <tr><td>Perform computations</td><td>MEM12024A</td><td>W5449</td></tr> <tr><td>Perform engineering measurements</td><td>MEM12023A</td><td>W5492</td></tr> <tr><td>Plan a complete activity</td><td>MEM14005A</td><td>W5513</td></tr> <tr><td>Repair and fit engineering components</td><td>MEM18006C</td><td>WA652</td></tr> <tr><td>Service combustion engines</td><td>MEM18025B</td><td>W5569</td></tr> <tr><td>Use hand tools</td><td>MEM18001C</td><td>W5563</td></tr> <tr><td>Use power tools/hand held operations</td><td>MEM18002B</td><td>W5574</td></tr> <tr><td>Use tools for precision work</td><td>MEM18003C</td><td>W5584</td></tr> </table><b>Stage 2 (2nd year)</b> <table class="overview" cellpadding="0"> <tr> <th scope="col">Unit Title</th> <th scope="col">National ID</th> <th scope="col">Unit of Study</th> </tr><tr><td>Apply quality procedures</td><td>MEM15024A</td><td>W5531</td></tr> <tr><td>Assist in the provision of on the job training</td><td>MEM17003A</td><td>W5552</td></tr> <tr><td>Diagnose and rectify low voltage charging systems</td><td>MEM18037B</td><td>W5581</td></tr> <tr><td>Diagnose and rectify low voltage electrical systems</td><td>MEM18030B</td><td>W5575</td></tr> <tr><td>Diagnose and rectify low voltage starting systems</td><td>MEM18031B</td><td>W5576</td></tr> <tr><td>Interact with computing technology</td><td>MEM16008A</td><td>W5452</td></tr> <tr><td>Maintain hydraulic system components</td><td>MEM18020B</td><td>W5564</td></tr> <tr><td>Maintain pneumatic system components</td><td>MEM18018C</td><td>W5561</td></tr> <tr><td>Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices</td><td>MSAENV272B</td><td>D3655</td></tr> <tr><td>Perform brazing and or silver soldering</td><td>MEM05006C</td><td>S7596</td></tr> <tr><td>Perform manual heating and thermal cutting</td><td>MEM05007C</td><td>W5333</td></tr> <tr><td>Perform routine manual metal arc welding</td><td>MEM05012C</td><td>W5294</td></tr> <tr><td>Test compression ignition fuel systems</td><td>MEM18026C</td><td>W5570</td></tr> <tr><td>Tune diesel engines</td><td>MEM18029B</td><td>W5573</td></tr> <tr><td>Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment</td><td>MEM16007A</td><td>W5548</td></tr> </table><b>Stage 3 (3rd year)</b> <table class="overview" cellpadding="0"> <tr> <th scope="col">Unit Title</th> <th scope="col">National ID</th> <th scope="col">Unit of Study</th> </tr><tr><td>Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions</td><td>MEM18043C</td><td>W5588</td></tr> <tr><td>Diagnose and rectify braking systems</td><td>MEM18035B</td><td>W5580</td></tr> <tr><td>Diagnose and rectify drive line and final drives</td><td>MEM18044C</td><td>W5589</td></tr> <tr><td>Organise and communicate information</td><td>MEM16006A</td><td>W5451</td></tr> <tr><td>Plan to undertake a routine task</td><td>MEM14004A</td><td>W5512</td></tr> </table>

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