MEM20422 - Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
Overview
Build Your Future in Engineering with Certificate II in Engineering Pathways. Enrolling in this course will equip you with essential pre-employment training, enhancing your prospects for securing apprenticeships or traineeships within the engineering sector, while also opening doors to opportunities in the broader manufacturing industry. This course is part of the Start TAFE Now (STN) program.
This qualification covers competencies for work entry program providing grounding in safety and basic skills and knowledge for work in any engineering discipline.
This qualification is designed to develop trade-like skills but is not intended to develop trade-level skills. The focus is on using engineering tools and equipment to produce or modify objects.
Achievement of the MEM20422 Certificate II in Engineering Pathways will provide broad-based underpinning skills and knowledge in a range of engineering and manufacturing tasks which will enhance the graduates’ entry-level employment prospects for apprenticeships, traineeships or general employment in an engineering-related workplace.
This qualification applies to a learning and assessment environment where access to structured on-the-job learning in a workplace may not be available. This qualification is intended for simulated work environments and is suitable for delivery to school students.
This is a nationally recognised course.
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CQUniversity’s strong focus on student experience ensures that you are prepared and supported on your student journey. Support services include on-campus or online orientation to assist your transition into university life, course and career advice, financial support options, study support, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor program, counselling services, support for students with disability or medical conditions, Indigenous student support and more.
Career Opportunities
Apprenticeship in engineering field including boilermaker, sheet metal worker, fitter, fitter and turner, welder, mechanical machinist, factory worker, or metal production assistant.
Structure & Availability
START TAFE NOW (STN)
Duration:36 weeks
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEMPE005 | Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industries |
| MEMPE006 | Undertake a basic engineering project |
Elective
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEMPE003 | Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment |
| MEMPE002 | Use electric welding machines |
| MEMPE001 | Use engineering workshop machines |
| MEMPE007 | Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms |
| MSMPCI101 | Adapt to work in industry |
START TAFE NOW (STN)
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| February, 2025 | On-campus, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton City |
This course has no residential schools.
Requirements
Completion of the BKSB ( Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
Students wishing to complete and receive QCE points can commence studies in either Year 11 or Year 12.
Fees & Scholarships
Fee for Service/ Full Fee
Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE.
Co-Contribution and Co-Contribution Concessional Fee
Some government-funded training programs, such as Certificate 3 Guarantee and Higher Level Skills, require students to contribute to the cost of their education through a co-contribution fee. This fee varies depending on the course and the student's eligibility for a concessional rate. Additional costs, such as uniforms and course resources, may also apply. More details on eligibility and exemptions can be found on How to Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
Starting the 1st of July 2025, the Queensland Government is updating its TAFE subsidy offerings. Students commencing from this date will need to be reassessed, potentially requiring additional documentation to maintain their funding. Those who do not provide the necessary documents, or are no longer eligible, may lose their subsidy and continue as full-fee-paying students. For more information visit Paying for TAFE and review Important Changes to TAFE Subsidies from July 2025.
If you are unsure of your eligibility or wish to discuss your options further, please connect with us on 13 27 86.
As a high school student, you may be eligible for the Queensland Government’s VET in Schools (VETiS) program which is fee-free. Course specific costs may be applicable, an example would be high vis clothing and safety boots for trade courses.
If you are currently enrolled in or have previously completed a VETiS funded course, you will not be eligible for future VETiS funding.
Please carefully consider your training options before committing to a training course as this may exhaust your entitlement to further Queensland Government subsidised training.
At CQUniversity, we believe that studying should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more
How to Apply
We appreciate your interest in the Certificate II in Engineering Pathways (MEM20422). There are currently no more intakes for 2025 for this course. Please, register your interest, to ensure you receive updates as soon as applications become available for 2026.
