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Have you had a career in manufacturing and you're looking to gain a qualification in CNC machining?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Engineering (Computer Numerical Control) you'll have specialist skills in engineering, machining, and manufacturing, opening up a career as a manufacturing supervisor, production manager, or team leader.
You will gain the practical skills and knowledge to set up, program, inspect, and operate NC and CNC machines.
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
This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on the Skills Ready page for further information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
If this course is deemed competitive, you will be informed during your application via TAFE Admissions and additional entrance requirements will apply.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| C Grades in Year 11 WACE General English, and OLNA; or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 11 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate II or Certificate III |
This is a post trade delivery of this qualification. You must be able to produce current certificate III, trade papers, qualifications, or equivalent to study.
You'll be able to access your personal timetable (find out how on our Timetables page), once you have paid your fees.
Study outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research will be required to successfully complete your course.
Bring your own device (BYOD) is encouraged but not essential.
If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
As a student you will also have additional costs associated with your study, for example text books and stationery, printing and other materials required for your assignments.
- Higher Engineering Tradesperson
- Special Class Engineering Tradesperson - Level II
This list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Please note You can visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.
Study options and next steps
Click on your preferred option below to get started with your application.
Semester 1, 2024
Midland - On Campus - Part Time Evening Classes
| Duration | 18 Months | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||
| Where | Midland | ||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||
| Course fee |
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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 Free job ready skill sets 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.
Midland - Apprenticeship
| Duration | 12 Months | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||
| Where | Midland | ||||||||
| How | Apprenticeship | ||||||||
| Course fee |
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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 Free job ready skill sets 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.
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