MEM30219 - Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
| Duration | There are multiple durations. Please refer to Course Structure below. |
| Study mode | On Campus, Mixed Mode, RPL/RCC/Credit |
| Total units | 41 |
Overview
Nothing beats apprenticeship training from industry-experienced teachers in a workshop-ready environment! CQUniversity provides the skills and knowledge needed to get ahead in the mechanical trade. The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of mechanical trade work, including undertaking fitting, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, maintenance and service of mechanical equipment, machinery and the use of machine tools.
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an engineering tradesperson – mechanical within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of mechanical trade work, including undertaking fitting, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, maintenance and service of mechanical equipment, machinery and the use of machine tools.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
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Career Opportunities
Structure & Availability
Fitting and Turning Rockhampton
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
RPL Course Structure
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
Fitting and Turning - Gladstone
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
Fitting and Turning - Mackay
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
Fitting and Turning - Emerald
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
Diesel Fitting/Mechanical - Rockhampton
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
Diesel Fitting/Mechanical - Mackay
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
PT Thiess - Indonesia
Duration:This course is for apprentices and is usually completed over four years.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM18019 | Maintain pneumatic systems |
| MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components |
| MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/ equipment |
| MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment |
| MEM18018 | Maintain pneumatic system components |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM07013 | Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines |
| MEM18013 | Perform gland packing |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC Programs |
| MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process |
| MEM07028 | Operate computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
| MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
Apprentices can be accepted throughout the year. Training dates are structured upon intake. On-campus training is conducted on the CQUniversity’s Rockhampton City, Emerald, Mackay and Gladstone Campuses.
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.
Fees & Scholarships
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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.
Queensland Government subsidies are available for eligible applicants to greatly reduce the cost of apprentice and trainee training.
User Choice funding provides a contribution that reduces the cost of training. Eligible apprentices and trainees will be charged $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply to eligible students based on provided evidence. If you are required to pay Student Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
Free apprenticeships for under 25s will cover the cost of training for employers who commence an eligible new apprentice or trainee, or already have an existing apprentice or trainee aged under 25. Find out more.
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
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