At a glance
Gain the technical knowledge and practical skills required to work as a boat builder and repairer with this intermediate-level course.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Shipwright
- Boat Repairer/Builder
- Boat Builder and Repairer (Wooden and Aluminium Boats)
- Boat Builder and Repairer (Moulding and Fibreglass)
COURSE OUTCOME
MEM30705 Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
Course overview
Develop your career in marine craft construction with this intermediate-level course. You will learn a broad range of practical skills and technical knowledge across a variety of vessels, enabling you to work as a boat builder and repairer.
Australia is recognised as a global leader in the marine craft construction industry boasting world-class boat building facilities and a reputation for delivering quality training. The industry relies on skilled workers to meet high-quality manufacturing standards and is prepared to invest in its workers to develop the skills required.
This course provides the skills required to perform a range of marine craft construction tasks. You will learn about occupational health and safety, trade drawing and lofting, material science, composite, and timber construction. You will also study the repair and maintenance procedures associated with various construction methods. You will receive hands-on training delivered by our industry-experienced teachers in workshops equipped with the latest in marine technology.
Upon completion of this course you will be qualified to produce templates and patterns from full size detail drawings, conduct fit-outs and carry out repairs to wooden, fibreglass and composite marine craft. If completed as part of an apprenticeship this course will also allow you to apply for a trade qualification.
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 at least 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.
International Students Only
You will also be required to undertake 400 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
| 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 | |
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| MEM04018B |
Perform general woodworking machine operations | |
| MEM09002B |
Interpret technical drawing | |
| MEM09021B |
Interpret and produce curved 3-dimensional shapes | |
| MEM12007D |
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes | |
| MEM13003B |
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials | |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools | |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations | |
| MEM25002B |
Form and integrate fibre-reinforced structures | |
| MEM25003B |
Set up marine vessel structures | |
| MEM25004B |
Fair and shape surfaces | |
| MEM25005B |
Construct and assemble marine vessel timber components | |
| MEM25007B |
Maintain marine vessel surfaces | |
| MEM25008B |
Repair marine vessel surfaces and structures | |
| MEM25010B |
Perform fitout procedures | |
| MEM25011B |
Install marine systems | |
| MEM25013B |
Produce three-dimensional plugs/moulds | |
| MEM25015A |
Assemble and install equipment and accessories/ancillaries | |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
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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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What you need to know about studying as an International student
As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations.
You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.
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Payment options
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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.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
International Student Payment
Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Western Union Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Western Union and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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Important Information
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
Domestic Students
There are no Selection criteria requirements for Domestic Students.
International Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International Students:
- English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 5.5 (no individual band less than 5.0) or ISLPR 2+ on all skills or other - View a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International
- Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. View the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12.
Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place. TAFE Queensland has entered an agreement with Union Institute of Language (UIL) to facilitate the provision of the welfare services (fees apply).
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.
Placement
International students
You will be required to undertake 400 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting. TAFE Queensland will coordinate and source this for you at small, medium and large organisations on the Gold Coast. You will be provided with all the information you need to prepare.
Please note: completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are responsible for ensuring you have met all the requirements to participate in vocational placement, and are required to make your own transport arrangements to and from your vocational placement approved setting.
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
Replacement Qualification
This qualification has been replaced by MEM30719 - Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction, as of 25 June 2019. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 31 December 2022. If required, enrolments 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.
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International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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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. 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.
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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 