MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining)
A trades career making and fixing all things mechanical
This apprenticeship course will prepare you to make machines, parts, and tools; and work with pumps and hydraulics.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus Midland
When Semester 1, 2027
How Apprenticeship
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
This apprenticeship will give you the skills and knowledge to work as a mechanical engineering tradesperson in the metal, engineering, manufacturing and related industries. It has been specifically developed as an apprenticeship pathway, providing the practical training and technical expertise needed to succeed in the trade.
Throughout the apprenticeship, you will learn how to fit, assemble, manufacture, install, modify, test, fault-find, maintain and service a wide range of mechanical equipment and machinery. You will also gain hands-on experience using machine tools, including lathes, milling machines and CNC machining equipment, while applying industry-standard practices in real-world engineering environments.
The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining) is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
- Safe manual handling
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Interpret technical drawings
- Perform engineering measurements
- Perform computations and interact with computing technology
- Perform general machining, lathe and milling operations
- Perform precision and CNC machining, lathe and milling operations
- Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
- Shut down and isolate machines and equipment
- Plan work and communicate in the workplace
- Apply workplace safety and environmentally sustainable work practices
To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must:
- Have technical and mechanical aptitude.
- Enjoy manual work and have a good level of physical fitness.
- Have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Show the ability to follow instructions and Work Health and Safety (WHS) procedures.
- Have good hand-eye coordination.
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2027
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing | $58.32 | $17.28 | $50.00 |
| MEM11011 Undertake manual handling | $29.16 | $8.64 | $26.00 |
| MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements | $77.76 | $23.04 | $42.00 |
| MEM12024 Perform computations | $43.74 | $12.96 | $47.00 |
| MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | $51.84 | $15.36 | $31.00 |
| MEM14006 Plan work activities | $51.84 | $15.36 | $21.00 |
| MEM16006 Organise and communicate information | $29.16 | $8.64 | $15.50 |
| MEM16008 Interact with computing technology | $29.16 | $8.64 | $36.00 |
| MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | $29.16 | $8.64 | $21.00 |
| MEM18001 Use hand tools | $29.16 | $8.64 | $47.00 |
| MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations | $29.16 | $8.64 | $50.00 |
| MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | $32.40 | $9.60 | $36.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
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$29.16 | $8.64 | $70.00 |
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$116.64 | $34.56 | $105.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $80.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $110.00 |
|
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$29.16 | $8.64 | $55.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $55.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $0.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $55.00 |
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$29.16 | $8.64 | $75.00 |
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$29.16 | $8.64 | $60.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $60.00 |
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$29.16 | $8.64 | $42.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $120.00 |
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$87.48 | $25.92 | $60.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $50.00 |
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$58.32 | $17.28 | $50.00 |
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$43.74 | $12.96 | $31.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Short courses are non-accredited and differ from the information above regarding accredited qualifications. Full payment is required at the time of booking. Please review the applicable fees, terms and conditions before enrolling.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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