At a glance
Progress your engineering fabrication career with this technical qualification. Successful completion of this hands-on course will qualify you to become a trade qualified boilermaker or welder.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Steel Fabricator
- Welder
- Boilermaker
COURSE OUTCOME
MEM30305 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Course overview
This practical course will allow you to become trade qualified as a boilermaker or welder. Demand for structural steel and welding trades workers in Australia continues to grow. According to the Government's Job Outlook service, there's likely to be around 47,000 job openings over the next five years with opportunities available in the manufacturing, construction and mining industries.
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. You'll also discover 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 graduate with 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 prepare you for a career as a boilermaker, steel fabricator or welder in the engineering, manufacturing, transport and construction industries. You will also be well placed to 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.
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.
Units
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 73 points. Please note, elective units have various points values. Elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| MEM03003B |
Perform sheet and plate assembly | |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting | |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting | |
| MEM05016C |
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process | |
| 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 | |
| MEM05036C |
Repair/replace/modify fabrications | |
| MEM05037C |
Perform geometric development | |
| 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 | |
| MEM13001B |
Perform emergency first aid | |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools | |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
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. Learn more
What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships
Eligibility
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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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
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 amount you need to pay when you enrol. This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are 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.
Replacement Program
This program has been replaced by MEM30319 - Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding), as of 25 June 2019. Please note: a 12 month transition period, from this date, applies to enable current students to complete their study. If required, enrolment will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.
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 enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
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 may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways 