Training Courses: Heavy Machinery & Equipment

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Carry out mechanical cutting
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
Assemble fabricated components
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
Weld using gas metal arc welding process
Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications
Perform geometric development
Weld using flux core arc welding process
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
Select welding processes
Apply safe welding practices
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes
Use workshop machines for basic operations
Order materials
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities

Commonly Asked Questions

1. What are the entry requirements and structure of the Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade?

To enroll in the Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (MEM31922), you typically need to be employed as an apprentice under a formal training contract. The course combines on-the-job training with classroom-based learning and covers core competencies such as welding (MIG, TIG, and arc), metal fabrication, interpreting technical drawings, and safety procedures.

The program usually spans 3 to 4 years, depending on your employer and training provider. Some institutions, like TAFE NSW and TAFE Queensland, offer flexible delivery options to accommodate different work schedules.

2. What career opportunities and industries are available after completing this qualification?

Graduates of this certificate can pursue roles such as boilermaker, welder, metal fabricator, or structural steel tradesperson. These positions are in demand across various industries, including mining, construction, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. For instance, in South Australia, there’s a high demand for skilled tradespeople in the ship and submarine building industry.

The skills acquired are transferable, allowing for employment opportunities throughout Australia.

3. What are the earning potentials and job prospects for boilermakers in Australia?

Boilermakers in Australia can expect competitive salaries. The average annual salary is approximately $97,723, with entry-level positions starting around $71,497 and experienced workers earning up to $119,792. Job prospects are strong due to ongoing demand in sectors like mining, construction, and manufacturing.

Additionally, the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service indicates a steady demand for structural steel and welding trades workers, suggesting favorable employment opportunities in the coming years.

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding
Carry out mechanical cutting
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
Assemble fabricated components
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
Weld using manual metal arc welding process
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process
Weld using gas metal arc welding process
Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
Select welding processes
Apply safe welding practice
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications
Perform geometric development
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Apply welding principles
Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process
Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process
Perform welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process
Perform advanced trade calculations in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Carry out mechanical cutting
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
Assemble fabricated components
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
Weld using manual metal arc welding process
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process
Weld using gas metal arc welding process
Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process
Perform geometric development
Perform advanced geometric development – cylindrical/rectangular
Perform advanced geometric development – conical
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
Select welding processes
Apply safe welding practices
Use workshop machines for basic operations
Apply basic engineering design concepts
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Undertake commissioning procedures for plant and/or equipment
Perform precision mechanical measurement
Use graphical techniques and perform simple statistical computations
Interpret technical specifications and manuals
Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
Maintain pneumatic systems
Maintain hydraulic systems
Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
Perform general machining
Perform lathe operations
Perform milling operations
Apply basic engineering design concepts
Terminate and connect electrical wiring
Install machine/plant
Mark off/out (general engineering)
Use tools for precision work
Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
Perform precision fitting of engineering components
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
Maintain pneumatic system components
Maintain hydraulic system components
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes
Write basic NC and CNC programs
Perform precision mechanical measurement
Calibrate measuring equipment
Interpret technical specifications and manuals
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing
Perform precision shaping/planing/slotting operations
Perform general machining
Perform lathe operations
Perform milling operations
Perform grinding operations
Perform precision jig boring operations
Perform tool and cutter grinding operations
Perform complex milling operations
Perform complex grinding operations
Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines
Perform electro-discharge machining (EDM) operations
Apply basic engineering design concepts
Mark off/out (general engineering)
Use tools for precision work
Manufacture press tools and gauges
Maintain tools and dies
Perform emergency first aid

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Perform precision mechanical measurement
Use graphical techniques and perform simple statistical computations
Perform advanced trade calculations in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Write reports
Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
Maintain fluid power controls
Modify fluid power system operation
Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
Perform general machining
Perform lathe operations
Interpret technical drawing
Apply basic engineering design concepts
Terminate and connect electrical wiring
Install machine/plant
Install pipe work and pipe work assemblies
Undertake manual handling
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
Mark off/out (general engineering)
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Use tools for precision work
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
Repair and fit engineering components
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
Maintain pneumatic system components
Maintain hydraulic system components
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
Carry out mechanical cutting
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
Perform general machining
Apply basic engineering design concepts
Install machine/plant
Install pipework and pipework assemblies
Mark off/out (general engineering)
Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
Use tools for precision work
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
Perform precision fitting of engineering components
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
Maintain pneumatic system components
Maintain hydraulic system components
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Interpret technical drawing
Undertake manual handling
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Use graphical techniques and perform simple statistical computations
Perform advanced trade calculations in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
Plan work activities
Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Research and analyse engineering information
Communicate with individuals and small groups
Interpret technical specifications and manuals
Report technical information
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Carry out mechanical cutting
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
Perform general machining
Perform lathe operations
Perform milling operations
Set computer controlled machines and processes
Apply basic engineering design concepts
Install machine/plant
Mark off/out (general engineering)
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
Use tools for precision work
Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
Perform precision fitting of engineering components
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
Balance equipment
Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
Maintain pneumatic system components
Maintain hydraulic system components
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
Perform precision mechanical measurement
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
Undertake commissioning procedures for plant and/or equipment
Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording
Analyse plant and equipment condition monitoring results
Modify mechanical systems and equipment
Maintain pneumatic systems
Maintain hydraulic systems
Maintain fluid power controls

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Select common engineering materials
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Interpret technical drawing
Produce freehand sketches
Interpret technical specifications and manuals
Report technical information
Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools
Use resource planning software systems in manufacturing
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Apply mechanical engineering analysis techniques
Apply maintenance engineering techniques to equipment and component repairs and modifications
Integrate maintenance fundamentals into an engineering task
Manage self in the engineering environment
Coordinate resources for an engineering project or operation
Coordinate engineering projects
Source and estimate engineering materials requirements
Apply technical mathematics
Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Select common engineering materials
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Interpret technical drawing
Produce basic engineering detail drawings
Calculate force systems within simple beam structures
Calculate stresses in simple structures
Apply basic economic and ergonomic concepts to evaluate engineering applications
Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools
Contribute to the design of basic mechanical systems
Represent mechanical engineering designs
Perform mechanical engineering design drafting
Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals to support design and development of projects
Apply calculus to engineering tasks
Select and test mechanical engineering materials
Apply mechanical engineering analysis techniques
Apply maintenance engineering techniques to equipment and component repairs and modifications
Manage people relationships

Skills & Knowledge you will learn View Details

Organise and communicate information
Interact with computing technology
Select common engineering materials
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Interpret technical drawing
Produce freehand sketches
Interpret technical specifications and manuals
Report technical information
Use resource planning software systems in manufacturing
Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Perform mechatronics engineering design drafting
Apply mechatronics fundamentals to support design and development of engineering projects
Apply mechatronic engineering analysis techniques
Integrate mechatronic fundamentals into an engineering task
Manage self in the engineering environment
Coordinate resources for an engineering project or operation
Coordinate engineering projects
Source and estimate engineering materials requirements
Apply technical mathematics