Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID: MEM20105 | State ID: AA50
Are you looking to apply new technologies to a traditional trade?
You will gain the skills and knowledge to be able to operate heavy fabrication equipment such as guillotines, metal rolls and brake presses. You will also be exposed to different welding and thermal cutting processes. You will receive instruction in the safely use of hand and power tools, be able to read measuring tools, read and interpret engineering drawings, and operate in an engineering workplace observing health and safety guidelines.
Graduates can continue their studies in a metal fabrication apprenticeship. Metal fabricators and welders work in a diverse trade, applying a broad range of fabrication and welding skills to industries including, mechanical and civil engineering, mining resources sector, heavy haulage and road transport, agriculture machinery, construction, defence, refineries and materials bulk handling.
Pre-apprentices are exposed to the latest technological developments in the fabrication and welding trade, including computer controlled metal plate cutting equipment.
Gain these skills
- Cut, shape, join and finish metal to make, maintain or repair metal products and structures
- Measure, calculate, and use tools
- Draw and interpret sketches
- Mechanical and thermal cutting, gouging and arc welding
- Work health and safety requirements
Is this course right for me?
I have the following attributes:
- Physical strength and fitness
- An eye for detail
- Technical and mechanical aptitude
- Patience and accuracy
- Problem-solving skills
Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
Further study
How to apply
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver |
Non-School Leaver |
AQF |
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 |
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent |
Certificate I or Certificate II |
Job opportunities
The successful completion of this qualification provides you with the skills and knowledge to apply for employment as an apprentice Heavy Fabricator (boilermaker) or Light Fabricator (sheet metal) in the metals and engineering sector. You may also seek employment as a trade’s assistant in this sector. Many employers and Group Employer Schemes contact North Metropolitan TAFE throughout the year with a view to offering apprenticeships to students. Graduates of the Certificate II in Engineering have a greater chance of obtaining an apprenticeship than those without this qualification, because they have the knowledge, skills and competency that employers require.
Further study
The units covered will also transfer into Mechanical Fitting or Fitter and Machinist trades. You will need to be employed and registered as an apprentice or trainee before you can commence apprenticeship/traineeship training.
How to apply
On campus (full-time)
To apply to study on campus (full-time) through TAFE Admissions please go to tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au
Other study types
For all other study types eg part-time or online visit our Apply and Enrol page.
Apprenticeships and traineeships
To commence an apprenticeship or traineeship, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study, head to our Apprenticeships and traineeships page for more details.
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Semester 1, 2019
Clarkson campus - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
6 months |
| When |
Semester 1, 2019 |
| Where |
Clarkson campus |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| AW866 |
Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 |
Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 |
Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 |
Module 4 (completed) |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05013C |
Perform manual production welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM07032B |
Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12001B |
Use comparison and basic measuring devices |
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Midland - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
6 months |
| When |
Semester 1, 2019 |
| Where |
Midland |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| AW866 |
Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 |
Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 |
Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 |
Module 4 (completed) |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05013C |
Perform manual production welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM07032B |
Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12001B |
Use comparison and basic measuring devices |
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Semester 1, 2020
Clarkson campus - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
6 months |
| When |
Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where |
Clarkson campus |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| AW866 |
Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 |
Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 |
Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 |
Module 4 (completed) |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05013C |
Perform manual production welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM07032B |
Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12001B |
Use comparison and basic measuring devices |
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Midland - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
1 semester/s |
| When |
Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where |
Midland |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| AW866 |
Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 |
Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 |
Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 |
Module 4 (completed) |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05013C |
Perform manual production welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM07032B |
Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12001B |
Use comparison and basic measuring devices |
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Semester 2, 2019
Clarkson campus - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
6 months |
| When |
Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where |
Clarkson campus |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| AW866 |
Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 |
Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 |
Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 |
Module 4 (completed) |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05013C |
Perform manual production welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM07032B |
Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12001B |
Use comparison and basic measuring devices |
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Midland - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
1 semester/s |
| When |
Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where |
Midland |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| AW866 |
Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 |
Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 |
Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 |
Module 4 (completed) |
| MEM13014A |
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment |
| MEM14004A |
Plan to undertake a routine task |
| MEM15002A |
Apply quality systems |
| MEM15024A |
Apply quality procedures |
| MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| MEM05005B |
Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007C |
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05013C |
Perform manual production welding |
| MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM07032B |
Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12001B |
Use comparison and basic measuring devices |
| MEM12023A |
Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM14005A |
Plan a complete activity |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
| MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
| MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Engineering and Mining
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