MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (CNC Machining)
This course is tailored to individuals seeking to develop specialized skills in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming. Designed for professionals in engineering, manufacturing, and machining, it covers essential programming, setup, and operational techniques for CNC machinery.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Midland
When Semester 1, 2025
How Apprenticeship | On campus
Gain the skills to advance your career in manufacturing management
When you complete the Certificate IV in Engineering (Computer Numerical Control) you'll have specialist skills in CNC programming, machine setup, and precision machining techniques.
You will learn from industry-experienced lecturers through practical, hands-on training and gain the practical skills and knowledge to set up, program, inspect, and operate NC and CNC machines. This course could enhance your technical expertise for greater career opportunities in machining and manufacturing.
The Certificate IV in Engineering (CNC Machining) is an apprenticeship for employees with experience in this field; please see the Apprenticeships(opens in a new tab) section for more information.
Note: If you don't have experience in this field but would like to study this course see our Certificate IV in Engineering (CNC Machining)(opens in a new tab) option for new apprentices and night classes.
- Create 2D and 3D models using computer aided design
- Write 2D and 3D program code
- Interpret technical drawing
- Workplace health and safety
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy technical activities
- Comfortable working in a physical environment
- Able to work accurately and have good hand-eye coordination
- Safety conscious
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $1,870.00 )
Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Fee Free page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/hand held operations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MEM06007 | Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC programs |
| MEM07019 | Program NC and CNC machining centre |
| MEM07020 | Program multiple spindle and multiple axis NC and CNC machining centre |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM07032 | Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM07039 | Write programs for industrial robots |
| MEM07040 | Set multistage integrated processes |
| MEM09009 | Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system |
| MEM09010 | Create 3-D models using computer-aided design system |
| MEM09022 | Create 2-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system |
| MEM10004 | Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters |
| MEM10005 | Commission programmable controller programs |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM12019 | Measure components using coordinate measuring machines |
| MEM12020 | Set and operate coordinate measuring machines |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $1,245.00 )
Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Fee Free page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/hand held operations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| MEM06007 | Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing |
| MEM07005 | Perform general machining |
| MEM07006 | Perform lathe operations |
| MEM07007 | Perform milling operations |
| MEM07015 | Set computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07016 | Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes |
| MEM07018 | Write basic NC and CNC programs |
| MEM07019 | Program NC and CNC machining centre |
| MEM07020 | Program multiple spindle and multiple axis NC and CNC machining centre |
| MEM07021 | Perform complex lathe operations |
| MEM07032 | Use workshop machines for basic operations |
| MEM07039 | Write programs for industrial robots |
| MEM07040 | Set multistage integrated processes |
| MEM09009 | Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system |
| MEM09010 | Create 3-D models using computer-aided design system |
| MEM09022 | Create 2-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system |
| MEM10004 | Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters |
| MEM10005 | Commission programmable controller programs |
| MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement |
| MEM12019 | Measure components using coordinate measuring machines |
| MEM12020 | Set and operate coordinate measuring machines |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work |
| MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components |
| MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies |
| MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components |
| MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components |
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