At a glance
Progress your engineering fabrication career with this technical course. Complete this qualification as an apprentice and become a trade qualified boilermaker or welder.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Steel Fabricator
- Welder
- Boilermaker
COURSE OUTCOME
MEM30305 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Course overview
Get qualified while you work with this practical course. Complete your qualification as an apprentice to become trade qualified as a boilermaker or welder. With growth in repair, maintenance and customised development within the fabrication industry, the technical skills of boilermakers and welders will be in demand.
This course will provide you with the necessary skills required to be eligible for trade recognition as a boilermaker or welder. You will learn how to assemble fabricated components, perform sheet and plate assembly, interpret technical drawings, and perform gas tungsten arc welding, manual metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding and welding to code standards.
This course will prepare you for a career as a boilermaker, steel fabricator or welder in the engineering, manufacturing, transport and construction industries. You will learn to mark off and fabricate structural steel and other metal stock to make or repair metal products and structures such as boilers and pressure vessels. You'll develop industry-specific skills in welding and boilermaking, as well as skills in planning, engineering measurement, interpreting technical drawings, and computer technology. Our industry-expert teachers will ensure you can apply occupational health and safety and code standards to work effectively.
Successful completion of this course will allow you to become a trade recognised boilermaker or welder and progress your career in the field of engineering fabrication.
TAFE Queensland knows how important it is to practice and develop your skills on the most up-to-date equipment. We have invested over $25 million in our engineering facilities to ensure this happens. Our fully-equipped workshops feature a wide range of lathes, mills, computer numerical control (CNC) machines and welding bays.
We understand the flexibility needed to fit your training in with your work arrangements. We deliver training in the workplace, online and in the classroom. With this range of options, we will ensure your training plan suits you and your employer.
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all units listed on your individual training plan.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024A |
Perform computations |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003A |
Assist in the provision of on the job training |
| MSAENV272B |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05008C |
Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping |
| MEM05010C |
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques |
| MEM05011D |
Assemble fabricated components |
| MEM05012C |
Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05015D |
Weld using manual metal arc welding process |
| MEM05016C |
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process |
| MEM05017D |
Weld using gas metal arc welding process |
| MEM05018C |
Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process |
| MEM05019D |
Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process |
| MEM05037C |
Perform geometric development |
| MEM05047B |
Weld using flux core arc welding process |
| MEM05049B |
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05051A |
Select welding processes |
| MEM05052A |
Apply safe welding practices |
| MEM09002B |
Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12007D |
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools.
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students studying full time should allow up to 16 hours per week of personal study time to complete the course requirements.
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, or a mix of all these options.
What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships
Eligibility Mode
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).
COST
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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Find out how we can tailor a training package specifically for you.
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 will give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
This is the total cost of the course you need to pay when you enrol if you are not eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
To study an apprenticeship or traineeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice or trainee with your employer.
Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.
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 covered uppers, steel capped toes and non-slip soles to AS2210, leather gloves to AS2161, and 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.
Need to know
Year 12 graduates start trade training fee free, here’s how.
To be eligible to access fee-free training, you must:
- have completed Year 12 in Queensland and hold a Senior Statement issued by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority or equivalent certificate that confirms you have completed Year 12 in Queensland
- enrol and start training with an approved training provider by the end of the calendar year following the completion of Year 12
- live permanently in Queensland.
For more information visit Training Queensland.
Federal incentives may be available for employers, apprentices and trainees. Visit the Australian Apprenticeship Centre for more information.
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.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments.
How to apply
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. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
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 will give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways