MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering

Take your career in engineering to the next level with this advanced, post-trade qualification.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast Darling Downs and South West Wide Bay Burnett North Queensland

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Course overview

Take your career in engineering to the next level with this advanced, post-trade qualification. You can choose to specialise your engineering skills in mechanical, electrical/electronic, fabrication, diesel fitting, or fitting and turning.

In this course you will further enhance your skills in your existing trade or add to your skill set from other trades. Depending on your specialisation you may develop advanced skills in the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance, and service of equipment and machinery. You may also gain skills in the fabrication of structures and assemblies, manufacture of sheet metal work, and use of relevant machinery, equipment and joining techniques. Our industry experienced teachers will provide you with the support you need to succeed.

Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to work across a variety of engineering related industries as a Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class Engineering Tradesperson - Level II . You will also have the ability to pursue further study in this area.

What can I do?

Higher Engineering Tradesperson
Special Class Engineering Tradesperson

Course outcome:

MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering

Trade skills assessment and gap training program

If you can demonstrate substantial competency in this qualification, you may be able to access funding for recognition of prior learning and gap training through the Trade Skills and Assessment Gap Training (TSAGT) program. TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of funding from the Queensland Government, Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) for this program. Only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

Free apprenticeships for under 25s

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What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units listed below, plus a combination of elective units with a total value of 132 points. Please note, elective units have various points values. If you are doing this course as part of your apprenticeship, elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your training plan. Otherwise, please contact us for information about which electives should be included in your training package.
Possible qualification descriptors dependent on electives chosen include: CNC programming, Fluid power, Boilermaking, Maintenance, Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic, Patternmaking, Sheet Metal, Welding, Blacksmithing.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
MEM09002

Interpret technical drawing

UNIT CODE :
MEM09002

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to interpret technical drawings.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Interpret technical drawing

UNIT CODE
MEM11011

Undertake manual handling

UNIT CODE :
MEM11011

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to lift and move materials manually and/or using basic manual handling equipment in a wide range of environments

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Undertake manual handling

UNIT CODE
MEM12023

Perform engineering measurements

UNIT CODE :
MEM12023

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform measurements requiring straightforward use of mechanical measuring devices which incorporate visual inspections representing units of measurement and associated calculations in a range of manufacturing, engineering and related environments. Measurements may be expressed in metric or imperial units.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform engineering measurements

UNIT CODE
MEM12024

Perform computations

UNIT CODE :
MEM12024

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to estimate approximate answers to arithmetical problems, carry out calculations involving percentages and proportions, and determine simple ratios and averages.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform computations

UNIT CODE
MEM13015

Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering

UNIT CODE :
MEM13015

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in manufacturing and engineering work situations, including planning routine work and participating in and following work health and safety (WHS) procedures.
UNIT NAME
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering

UNIT CODE
MEM14006

Plan work activities

UNIT CODE :
MEM14006

Unit description :
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to plan familiar work activities, whilst following established procedures and work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures of the organisation.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Plan work activities

UNIT CODE
MEM16006

Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16006

Unit description :
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to access, organise and communicate information related to production, maintenance or associated processes or tasks that apply in manufacturing, engineering or related environments.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015
UNIT NAME
Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE
MEM16008

Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE :
MEM16008

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use a range of computing technology typically used in manufacturing, engineering or related environments to access, input and store information.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE
MEM17003

Assist in the provision of on the job training

UNIT CODE :
MEM17003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assist in the provision of on-the-job training to others while undertaking normal duties and it may involve the replacement of normal duties with training duties for limited periods of time.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Assist in the provision of on the job training

UNIT CODE
MEM18001

Use hand tools

UNIT CODE :
MEM18001

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use a range of hand tools for a variety of general engineering applications.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Use hand tools

UNIT CODE
MEM18002

Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM18002

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations used in a variety of general engineering applications.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE
MSMENV272

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
MSMENV272

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to comply with environmental regulations, identify environment issues and minimise the risks of negative impact on work and carry out improvements in own work area.
UNIT NAME
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
MEM03003

Perform sheet and plate assembly

UNIT CODE :
MEM03003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assemble prefabricated/formed components using a range of joining techniques in a production assembly environment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform sheet and plate assembly

UNIT CODE
MEM04007

Pour molten metal

UNIT CODE :
MEM04007

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to manually pour molten metal as part of metal casting and moulding processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13004 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Pour molten metal

UNIT CODE
MEM05004

Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding

UNIT CODE :
MEM05004

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare materials and perform routine oxy fuel gas welding of mild/low carbon steel and cast iron where the welding is not required to meet an Australian Standard or equivalent.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding

UNIT CODE
MEM05005

Carry out mechanical cutting

UNIT CODE :
MEM05005

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to set up and operate a range of mechanical cutting and holing equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Carry out mechanical cutting

UNIT CODE
MEM05006

Perform brazing and/or silver soldering

UNIT CODE :
MEM05006

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform brazing (including braze welding) and/or silver soldering and includes the preparation of materials and equipment and the inspection of the completed work.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering

UNIT CODE
MEM05007

Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

UNIT CODE :
MEM05007

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform manual heating, thermal cutting and gouging including the assembly and disassembly and operation of the equipment on a range of materials

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

UNIT CODE
MEM05010

Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques

UNIT CODE :
MEM05010

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in fabrication, forming and shaping of a wide variety of shapes and products undertaken using a variety of forming and shaping techniques.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05037 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques

UNIT CODE
MEM05011

Assemble fabricated components

UNIT CODE :
MEM05011

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication apprenticeship training and recognition of trade-level skills in the assembly of general fabricated components in plate, pipe and section or sheet in typical applications either on-site or in a fabrication workplace.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05005 , MEM05007 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Assemble fabricated components

UNIT CODE
MEM05012

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

UNIT CODE :
MEM05012

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out routine manual metal arc welding (MMAW) of low carbon mild steel where the welding is not required to meet an Australian Standard or equivalent.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform routine manual metal arc welding

UNIT CODE
MEM05015

Weld using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05015

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in manual metal arc welding (MMAW) on heavy or light metal fabrications. It may also apply to other trade occupations requiring higher level MMAW welding skills.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05012 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Weld using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05016

Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05016

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out advanced welding using manual metal arc welding (MMAW).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05012 , MEM05015 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05017

Weld using gas metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05017

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in gas metal arc welding (GMAW) on heavy or light metal fabrications. It may also apply to other trade occupations requiring higher level GMAW welding skills.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05050 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Weld using gas metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05018

Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05018

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out advanced welding using gas metal arc welding (GMAW).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05012 , MEM05050 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05019

Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05019

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) on heavy or light metal fabrications. It may also apply to other trade occupations requiring higher level GTAW welding skills.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05049 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05020

Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05020

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05019 , MEM05049 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05023

Weld using submerged arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05023

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out submerged arc welding (SAW) where the welds are more likely to be associated with heavy rather than with light fabrication.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM05057 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Weld using submerged arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05026

Apply welding principles

UNIT CODE :
MEM05026

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post-trade training of advanced engineering tradespeople and the recognition of post-trade skills in applying welding principles to meet the statutory and regulatory requirements for welding procedures generally associated with the application of one of the units satisfying AS 1796-2001 (R2016) Certification of welders and welding supervisors, Certificates 1-9.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Apply welding principles

UNIT CODE
MEM05036

Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications

UNIT CODE :
MEM05036

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to undertake repair, replacement and/or modifications of fabrications requiring an integrated level of skills in fabrication maintenance and repair and is intended to build on skills covered by the specialist prerequisites.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05005 , MEM05007 , MEM05011 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications

UNIT CODE
MEM05037

Perform geometric development

UNIT CODE :
MEM05037

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in marking out general fabrications using geometric development techniques.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform geometric development

UNIT CODE
MEM05038

Perform advanced geometric development - cylindrical/rectangular

UNIT CODE :
MEM05038

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to mark out complex cylindrical/rectangular fabrications and reflects advanced skills required to calculate parallel line developments.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05037 , MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM12026 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced geometric development - cylindrical/rectangular

UNIT CODE
MEM05039

Perform advanced geometric development - conical

UNIT CODE :
MEM05039

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to mark out complex conical fabrications and reflects advanced skills required to calculate cutting, bending lines and developments.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05037 , MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM12026 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced geometric development - conical

UNIT CODE
MEM05040

Perform advanced geometric development - transitions

UNIT CODE :
MEM05040

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to mark out complex and irregular shapes and reflects advanced skills required to calculate cutting, bending lines and developments.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05037 , MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM12026 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced geometric development - transitions

UNIT CODE
MEM05047

Weld using flux core arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05047

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform flux core arc welding (FCAW) on heavy or light metal fabrications.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Weld using flux core arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05048

Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05048

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out advanced welding using flux core arc welding (FCAW).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05047 , MEM05051 , MEM05052 , MEM05056 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05049

Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding

UNIT CODE :
MEM05049

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare the materials and carry out routine gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and applies in a maintenance or manufacturing environment where the weld quality is not required to meet an Australian Standard.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding

UNIT CODE
MEM05050

Perform routine gas metal arc welding

UNIT CODE :
MEM05050

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare materials and carry out routine gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and applies in a maintenance or manufacturing environment where the weld quality is not required to meet an Australian Standard or equivalent.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform routine gas metal arc welding

UNIT CODE
MEM05051

Select welding processes

UNIT CODE :
MEM05051

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify material properties and select appropriate welding processes that would typically conform to AS 1554 General Purpose and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) or equivalent, to achieve safe and effective welding outcomes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Select welding processes

UNIT CODE
MEM05052

Apply safe welding practices

UNIT CODE :
MEM05052

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify risks associated with welding operations that would typically conform to AS 1554 General Purpose and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) or equivalent on all commonly used metals and the implementation of techniques used to reduce or eliminate welding hazards.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Apply safe welding practices

UNIT CODE
MEM05056

Perform routine flux core arc welding

UNIT CODE :
MEM05056

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare the materials and carry out routine flux core arc welding (FCAW) and applies in a maintenance or manufacturing environment where the weld quality is not required to meet an Australian Standard.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform routine flux core arc welding

UNIT CODE
MEM05057

Perform routine submerged arc welding

UNIT CODE :
MEM05057

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare the materials and carry out routine submerged arc welding (SAW) and applies in a maintenance or manufacturing environment where the weld quality is not required to meet an Australian Standard.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform routine submerged arc welding

UNIT CODE
MEM05061

Apply basic metallurgy principles to welding applications

UNIT CODE :
MEM05061

Unit description :
This unit of competency was developed for post trade engineering fabrication trade training and the recognition of post trade skills in applying basic metallurgy principles to welding applications.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Apply basic metallurgy principles to welding applications

UNIT CODE
MEM05062

Apply welding and welding related codes and standards

UNIT CODE :
MEM05062

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post trade engineering fabrication training and the recognition of post trade skills in applying welding and fabrication codes and standards associated with a wide variety of welding applications and processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Apply welding and welding related codes and standards

UNIT CODE
MEM05065

Maintain weld records

UNIT CODE :
MEM05065

Unit description :
Maintaining accurate and compliant weld records associated with enterprise quality system requirements, an individual customer or project, or as part of welder qualification continuity requirements.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05085 , MEM05090 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Maintain weld records

UNIT CODE
MEM05068

Apply welding procedure specifications

UNIT CODE :
MEM05068

Unit description :
This unit of competency was developed for engineering fabrication trade training and the recognition of trade skills in applying welding procedure specifications (WPS) to welding and related tasks.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05085 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Apply welding procedure specifications

UNIT CODE
MEM05071

Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping

UNIT CODE :
MEM05071

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for engineering fabrication trade training and the recognition of trade skills in advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging, and shaping to produce complex internal and external profiles.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007C , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping

UNIT CODE
MEM05079

Perform welds to code standards using flux core arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05079

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post trade engineering fabrication training and the recognition of post trade skills in performing welds to code standards using flux core arc welding.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05052 , MEM05056 , MEM05061 , MEM05062 , MEM05065 , MEM05068 , MEM05084 , MEM05085 , MEM05096 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform welds to code standards using flux core arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05080

Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05080

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post trade engineering fabrication training and the recognition of post trade skills in performing welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05050 , MEM05052 , MEM05061 , MEM05062 , MEM05065 , MEM05068 , MEM05073 , MEM05078 , MEM05085 , MEM05091 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05081

Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05081

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post trade engineering fabrication training and the recognition of post trade skills in performing welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05049 , MEM05052 , MEM05061 , MEM05062 , MEM05065 , MEM05068 , MEM05074 , MEM05078 , MEM05085 , MEM05092 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05082

Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05082

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post trade engineering fabrication training and the recognition of post trade skills in performing welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding (MMAW).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05012 , MEM05052 , MEM05061 , MEM05062 , MEM05065 , MEM05068 , MEM05072 , MEM05078 , MEM05085 , MEM05090 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM05083

Perform welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE :
MEM05083

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for post trade engineering fabrication training and the recognition of post trade skills in performing welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM05007 , MEM05012 , MEM05052 , MEM05061 , MEM05062 , MEM05065 , MEM05068 , MEM05072 , MEM05078 , MEM05085 , MEM05090 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Perform welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process

UNIT CODE
MEM06007

Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing

UNIT CODE :
MEM06007

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform straightforward heating/quenching, tempering and annealing materials to specifications.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing

UNIT CODE
MEM07001

Perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEM07001

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out programmed safety and maintenance checks on machines/equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment

UNIT CODE
MEM07003

Perform routine machine setting

UNIT CODE :
MEM07003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to set a range of non-numerical control (NC) and non-computer numerical control (CNC) equipment, including manual, semi-automatic and automatic machines.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07024 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform routine machine setting

UNIT CODE
MEM07005

Perform general machining

UNIT CODE :
MEM07005

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in non-computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform general machining

UNIT CODE
MEM07006

Perform lathe operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM07006

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in performing machining operations on a lathe to produce components to required tolerances and specifications using all types of accessories.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform lathe operations

UNIT CODE
MEM07007

Perform milling operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM07007

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in using a range of milling machines to produce components to required tolerances and specifications using all types of accessories.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform milling operations

UNIT CODE
MEM07008

Perform grinding operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM07008

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical apprenticeship training and the recognition of trad- level skills in performing grinding operations and checking finished components for conformance to specifications.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform grinding operations

UNIT CODE
MEM07011

Perform complex milling operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM07011

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform complex milling operations on a range of materials, including non-standard metals and alloys.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM07007 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12003 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform complex milling operations

UNIT CODE
MEM07015

Set computer controlled machines and processes

UNIT CODE :
MEM07015

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to set computer controlled machines and processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM07028 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Set computer controlled machines and processes

UNIT CODE
MEM07016

Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes

UNIT CODE :
MEM07016

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to set and edit computer controlled machines and processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM07015 , MEM07028 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes

UNIT CODE
MEM07018

Write basic NC and CNC programs

UNIT CODE :
MEM07018

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to write basic numerically controlled (NC) and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine programs.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07015 , MEM07016 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Write basic NC and CNC programs

UNIT CODE
MEM07019

Program NC and CNC machining centre

UNIT CODE :
MEM07019

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to write and trial programs for numerically controlled (NC) and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining centres.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07015 , MEM07016 , MEM07018 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Program NC and CNC machining centre

UNIT CODE
MEM07021

Perform complex lathe operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM07021

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform complex turning operations on a range of materials, including non-standard metals and alloys.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07005 , MEM07006 , MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12003 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform complex lathe operations

UNIT CODE
MEM07024

Operate and monitor machine and process

UNIT CODE :
MEM07024

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to operate and monitor a machine and process and applies to a range of production operations or continuous processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Operate and monitor machine and process

UNIT CODE
MEM07028

Operate computer controlled machines and processes

UNIT CODE :
MEM07028

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to operate and monitor a range of numerically controlled (NC), computer numerically controlled (CNC) and robot operated machines or processes in a production environment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM07024 , MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Operate computer controlled machines and processes

UNIT CODE
MEM07032

Use workshop machines for basic operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM07032

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use workshop machines for basic operations in maintenance or jobbing environment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Use workshop machines for basic operations

UNIT CODE
MEM09003

Prepare basic engineering drawing

UNIT CODE :
MEM09003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare basic engineering drawings across mechanical, electrical/electronic, fabrication and fluid power applications, and includes preparing new drawings or changing existing drawings. Manual and computer aided drafting and drawing equipment can be used. Preparation of parts lists and issuing of drawing documents is included.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Prepare basic engineering drawing

UNIT CODE
MEM09009

Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system

UNIT CODE :
MEM09009

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to produce 2-D drawings using a computer-aided design (CAD) system. Skills include producing linked bills of material, file management and associated customisation of installed software, including the use of macros, menus and default settings. 2-D drawings can be produced from 3-D models created using CAD system.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM16008
UNIT NAME
Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system

UNIT CODE
MEM09010

Create 3-D models using computer-aided design system

UNIT CODE :
MEM09010

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to prepare the 3-D computer-aided design (CAD) environment, create and modify 3-D models, and produce output from the 3-D model using computer equipment and industrial software. It applies to the fields of mechanical, electrical or electronic, fabrication and fluid power.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM09009 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM16008
UNIT NAME
Create 3-D models using computer-aided design system

UNIT CODE
MEM09022

Create 2-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system

UNIT CODE :
MEM09022

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to produce 2-D computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) code files from existing computer-aided design (CAD) model. It includes managing files and tools, and customising installed software.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM16008
UNIT NAME
Create 2-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system

UNIT CODE
MEM09023

Create 3-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system

UNIT CODE :
MEM09023

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to produce 3-D computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) code files from existing computer-aided design (CAD) models or from data collected by sample measurement. It includes managing files and tools and customising installed software.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM09022 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM16008
UNIT NAME
Create 3-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system

UNIT CODE
MEM10002

Terminate and connect electrical wiring

UNIT CODE :
MEM10002

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to terminate, disconnect or reconnect electrical wiring, including all types of cords and cables and circuits, excluding specialist cables.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM12002 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Terminate and connect electrical wiring

UNIT CODE
MEM10010

Install pipework and pipework assemblies

UNIT CODE :
MEM10010

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare and install pipework and assemblies.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Install pipework and pipework assemblies

UNIT CODE
MEM12002

Perform electrical/electronic measurement

UNIT CODE :
MEM12002

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use basic electro-measuring devices to check variables and applies to the measurement of voltage, current, resistance, power and frequency on a.c. and d.c. circuits up to 1000 volts.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform electrical/electronic measurement

UNIT CODE
MEM12003

Perform precision mechanical measurement

UNIT CODE :
MEM12003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform precision mechanical measurement.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform precision mechanical measurement

UNIT CODE
MEM12006

Mark off/out (general engineering)

UNIT CODE :
MEM12006

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for engineering tradesperson - mechanical apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in marking off/out in general engineering.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Mark off/out (general engineering)

UNIT CODE
MEM12026

Perform advanced trade calculations in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment

UNIT CODE :
MEM12026

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply advanced mathematics to appropriate engineering post-trade situations within the individual's area of work.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform advanced trade calculations in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment

UNIT CODE
MEM13001

Perform emergency first aid

UNIT CODE :
MEM13001

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply the administration of basic emergency first aid treatment and the management of life threatening situations where an unconscious person requires expired air resuscitation (EAR) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform emergency first aid

UNIT CODE
MEM13002

Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
MEM13002

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply principles of work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace and undertake a safety risk assessment for the employee's area of responsibility and applies to employees requiring additional WHS competencies beyond those inherent in their job.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace

UNIT CODE
MEM13004

Work safely with molten metals/glass

UNIT CODE :
MEM13004

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to work safely in a heavy engineering environment in which there are molten metals or glass, for example, in foundries, die casting operations, glass or molten glass operations and explosives manufacture.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Work safely with molten metals/glass

UNIT CODE
MEM15004

Perform inspection

UNIT CODE :
MEM15004

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to inspect products, keep records and provide feedback on the conformance of product to specifications and applies to inspection of completed or partly completed products produced by others. It applies to a range of manufacturing enterprises and requires application of a range of measuring equipment/devices/ tools.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Perform inspection

UNIT CODE
MEM16005

Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities

UNIT CODE :
MEM16005

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to operate as a member of a team, where operations and outcomes are dependent on the performance of the entire team, and applies to a range of team activities that are carried out within a section of a manufacturing, engineering or a related work environment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities

UNIT CODE
MEM16009

Research and analyse engineering information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16009

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to research and analyse engineering information and prepare the information for dissemination.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM16012
UNIT NAME
Research and analyse engineering information

UNIT CODE
MEM16012

Interpret technical specifications and manuals

UNIT CODE :
MEM16012

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify, access, interpret and analyse technical information in an enterprise. It covers explaining and using the information, and identifying implications of information changes on engineering or manufacturing work activities.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Interpret technical specifications and manuals

UNIT CODE
MEM18003

Use tools for precision work

UNIT CODE :
MEM18003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use tools to manually produce work to precise dimensions and/or finishes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Use tools for precision work

UNIT CODE
MEM18004

Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEM18004

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to diagnose, locate faults, repair, overhaul, fit and adjust mechanical systems and equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18005 , MEM18006 , MEM18007 , MEM18009 , MEM18011 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment

UNIT CODE
MEM18005

Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings

UNIT CODE :
MEM18005

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings

UNIT CODE
MEM18006

Perform precision fitting of engineering components

UNIT CODE :
MEM18006

Unit description :
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in precision fitting and mechanical repair.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Perform precision fitting of engineering components

UNIT CODE
MEM18007

Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies

UNIT CODE :
MEM18007

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to undertake maintenance, diagnose faults and repair drives and transmission assemblies, and undertake final adjustment and commissioning on industrial machinery.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies

UNIT CODE
MEM18009

Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components

UNIT CODE :
MEM18009

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to undertake levelling and alignment measurements/readings and perform levelling and/or alignment and adjustment tasks on machines and engineering components

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components

UNIT CODE
MEM18011

Shut down and isolate machines/equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEM18011

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to isolate and shut down machines and equipment and applies to situations that require extensive system knowledge that exclude the straightforward starting/stopping of machinery/equipment through the use of simple switching, including use of emergency switches.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment

UNIT CODE
MEM18018

Maintain pneumatic system components

UNIT CODE :
MEM18018

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to check pneumatic system components, identify and repair or replace faulty components.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain pneumatic system components

UNIT CODE
MEM18019

Maintain pneumatic systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM18019

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to undertake preventive maintenance checks/adjustments on pneumatic systems, and fault-find, replace, repair or overhaul and recommission pneumatic systems.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18018 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain pneumatic systems

UNIT CODE
MEM18020

Maintain hydraulic system components

UNIT CODE :
MEM18020

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to check hydraulic system components, identify, and repair or replace faulty components.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain hydraulic system components

UNIT CODE
MEM18021

Maintain hydraulic systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM18021

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to undertake preventive maintenance checks/adjustments on hydraulic systems, and fault-find, replace, repair or overhaul and recommission hydraulic systems.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18020 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain hydraulic systems

UNIT CODE
MEM18022

Maintain fluid power controls

UNIT CODE :
MEM18022

Unit description :
his unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to install and repair and/or rectify fluid power controls, and adjust fluid power system control sequence and operation.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM12024 , MEM13015 , MEM14006 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18003 , MEM18006 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain fluid power controls

UNIT CODE
MEM18055

Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components

UNIT CODE :
MEM18055

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to dismantle, identify faulty components, select replacements and assemble engineering components into assemblies or sub-assemblies in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002
UNIT NAME
Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components

UNIT CODE
MEM24003

Perform basic magnetic particle testing

UNIT CODE :
MEM24003

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform basic magnetic particle testing procedures and techniques in a range of industrial applications including fabrications, structures and components across a wide range of industries. It applies where knowledge of metallurgy, principles of magnetism and the associated application of basic magnetic particle testing techniques in the field of non-destructive testing associated with the level of application in this unit is required.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Perform basic magnetic particle testing

UNIT CODE
MEM24012

Apply metallurgical principles

UNIT CODE :
MEM24012

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply basic metallurgical principles to the selection of appropriate non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques and interpretation of the results of NDT tests for metallurgical processes.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Apply metallurgical principles

UNIT CODE
MEM27002

Test and repair compression ignition systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM27002

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assess the operation of compression ignition systems.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001
UNIT NAME
Test and repair compression ignition systems

UNIT CODE
MEM27005

Tune diesel engines

UNIT CODE :
MEM27005

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to compression test and tune up the engine.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055 , MEM27002
UNIT NAME
Tune diesel engines

UNIT CODE
MEM27006

Diagnose and rectify batteries, low voltage sensors and circuits

UNIT CODE :
MEM27006

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use test instruments, test the battery, assess and rectify wiring faults.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and rectify batteries, low voltage sensors and circuits

UNIT CODE
MEM27008

Maintain induction, exhaust and emission control systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM27008

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assess induction, exhaust and emission control system operation and repair or replace faulty components.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain induction, exhaust and emission control systems

UNIT CODE
MEM27009

Diagnose and rectify braking systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM27009

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to check and assess braking systems, and replace/repair/overhaul braking system components associated with mobile equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and rectify braking systems

UNIT CODE
MEM27012

Maintain mobile plant suspension systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM27012

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assess, maintain and repair/replace suspension systems of all types of wheeled and/or tracked plant/vehicles.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain mobile plant suspension systems

UNIT CODE
MEM27013

Maintain steering systems

UNIT CODE :
MEM27013

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to assess steering system operation, and repair or replace faulty components on steering systems for vehicles, mobile plant and equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain steering systems

UNIT CODE
MEM27016

Diagnose and maintain electronic controlling systems on mobile and stationary plant

UNIT CODE :
MEM27016

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to test, diagnose and fault find electronic control systems associated with mobile and stationary plant and equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055 , MEM27006 , MEM27023
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and maintain electronic controlling systems on mobile and stationary plant

UNIT CODE
MEM27017

Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant

UNIT CODE :
MEM27017

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to test, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems used in the earthmoving, agricultural and transport industries.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant

UNIT CODE
MEM27019

Diagnose, repair and replace diesel engines in stationary and mobile plant

UNIT CODE :
MEM27019

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to diagnose, repair and replace diesel engines used in mobile and stationary plant and equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055
UNIT NAME
Diagnose, repair and replace diesel engines in stationary and mobile plant

UNIT CODE
MEM27020

Apply knowledge of large combustion engine operations to service and maintenance tasks

UNIT CODE :
MEM27020

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify engine features and operations essential for large engine servicing and maintenance tasks.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM13015 , MEM16006
UNIT NAME
Apply knowledge of large combustion engine operations to service and maintenance tasks

UNIT CODE
MEM27023

Diagnose and rectify fieldbus circuits in mobile and stationary plant and equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEM27023

Unit description :
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out diagnosis and rectification of circuits used in controller area network (CAN) and other fieldbus systems and control technology components in mobile and stationary plant.

Pre-requisite unit :
MEM09002 , MEM11011 , MEM12023 , MEM13015 , MEM16006 , MEM18001 , MEM18002 , MEM18055 , MEM27006
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and rectify fieldbus circuits in mobile and stationary plant and equipment

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Eagle Farm	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Acacia Ridge	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Ipswich	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Ashmore	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Toowoomba	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Dalby	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Kingaroy	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Cairns	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Innisfail	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, online or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40119)

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Certificate IV in Engineering

COURSE CODE: MEM40119

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Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.

You must be already either be a tradesperson with access to a functioning engineering workplace for structured on the job training.

Apprenticeship pathway
To study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.

Find out more on how to become an apprentice or trainee

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

safety glasses
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
leather gloves to AS2161
hair protection
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing.

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

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Direct application

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Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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