If you have good maths skills, enjoy using computers and machinery, are handy at problem solving and want to be a part of an exciting industry that makes things work, our Mechanical Engineering qualifications are perfect for you.
You will gain skills in computer aided drafting (CAD), so you can interpret and create drawings, which you can then use to manufacture equipment using workshop machinery. You will learn about fluid power to set up and connect hydraulic equipment, and develop skills in machinery and mechanical equipment development and maintenance. You will also gain the necessary knowledge to write technical documents and be given the opportunity to work on real projects involving building equipment and systems.
You will be ready to work in a wide range of employment areas, including mining and mineral processing, manufacturing, aviation, automotive, shipbuilding, road and rail transport, defence, agriculture, fishing and food processing.
Course list
2D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set
Use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings
This Skill Set will equip you with the skills needed to use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings for CNC processes in manufacturing.
Use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings
This 2D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set will equip you with the skills needed to use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings for CNC processes in manufacturing.
Successful completion of this skill set will see you achieve 2 units from MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical, North Metropolitan TAFE offers a specialised stream of this qualification, MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)(opens in a new tab) .
3D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set
Gain 3D drafting skills to work in the Mechancial Engineering Drafting sector
This skill set focuses on creating and displaying 3D CAD models so you'll be well equipped to work in the sector.
Whether you are upskilling or looking for a career change, you'll gain 3D drafting skills to work in the Mechancial Engineering Drafting sector
North Metropolitan TAFE's 3D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set focuses on creating and displaying 3D CAD models so you'll be well equipped to work in the sector.
Successful completion of this skill set will see you achieve 2 units from MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical, North Metropolitan TAFE offers a specialised stream of this qualification, MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)
CNC Introduction
Cover all the basics for use and maintenance of CNC lathes and machining centres
CNC Machining is a method carried out by computerised devices to perform a broad range of manufacturing tasks in a wide variety of fields.
Cover all the basics for use and maintenance of CNC lathes and machining centres
CNC Machining is a method carried out by computerised devices to perform a broad range of manufacturing tasks in a wide variety of fields.
During this course you will cover:
- Safety on and around CNC lathes
- Start-up, shut-down and basic maintenance of CNC lathes
- Setting of tools and jaws
- Basic lathe programming (Fanuc)
- Sample of repetitive cycles (rough turning, finish turning, threading)
- Operation of the lathe with a small part project
- Safety on and around CNC machining centres
- Start-up, shutdown and basic maintenance of CNC machining centres
- Setting of tools and work holding devices
- Basic machining centre programming (Fanuc)
- Sample of canned cycles (peck drilling, boring, tapping etc.)
- Operation of the machining centre with a small part project
Please note classes are run subject to numbers (minimum 10 students)
Certificate IV in Engineering (CNC Machining)
Gain the skills to advance your career in manufacturing management
This post trade qualification will give you specialist skills in engineering, machining, and manufacturing to progress your career.
Are you looking to design a career in manufacturing?
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.
This is a post trade qualification.
Certificate IV in Engineering (Fluid Power)
Hydraulics is a vast and diverse industry
This post-trade qualification will give you specialist skills in hydraulic systems to work as a hydraulic fitter or technician, systems designer, or equipment salesperson. You'll gain skills to safely analyse, inspect, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, maintain fluid power controls, and monitor equipment condition.
Hydraulics is a vast and diverse industry
This post trade qualification will give you specialist skills in hydraulic systems to work as a hydraulic fitter or technician, systems designer, or equipment salesperson.
By completing this Certificate IV in Engineering (Fluid Power) you'll gain skills to safely analyse, inspect, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, maintain fluid power controls, and monitor equipment condition.
Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)
Make and fix all things mechanical
This course will help you to obtain a mechanical fitting or machinist apprenticeship that includes making machines, parts, and tools.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll greatly improve your chance of getting a mechanical fitting or machinist apprenticeship in industries such as rail transport infrastructure and maintenance, mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
You will gain the skills and knowledge to be able to operate lathes and milling and drilling machines, make and assemble components, safely use 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.
Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade (Engineering)
Are you ready for an advanced engineering career?
This post trade qualification has a focus on fluid power that would benefit mechanical fitters and fitter machinists.
Are you ready for an advanced engineering career?
When you complete the Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade (Engineering) you'll have specialist skills in hydraulic systems careers, as a technical specialist, supervisor, or advanced tradesperson.
This course will provide you with a specialisation in the field of Fluid Power which would be of benefit to any qualified tradesperson who is a mechanical fitter or fitter machinist.
This is a post trade qualification. You must be able to produce current Certificate III, trade papers, qualifications, or equivalent to study.
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)
A trades career making and fixing all things mechanical
This apprenticeship course will prepare you to work with pumps and hydraulics, pneumatic systems, mechanical drives and transmissions.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting) you'll be looking at a trades career as a metal machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in industries such as mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting) is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining)
A trades career making and fixing all things mechanical
This apprenticeship course will prepare you to make machines, parts, and tools; and work with pumps and hydraulics.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining) you'll be looking at a trades career as a metal machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in industries such as mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining) is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Introduction to Solidworks
A versatile software package with a wide range of uses
SOLIDWORKS can be used in small and large applications and across many fields and industries, such as engineering, industrial design, sculpture and architecture.
A versatile software package with a wide range of uses
SOLIDWORKS is a versatile software package that has a wide range of uses in the workplace and also in many hobbies.
It can be used in small and large applications and across many fields and industries, such as engineering, industrial design, sculpture and architecture.
This short introduction course held at North Metropolitan TAFE's Midland Campus takes you through:
- touring the interface
- the 3D workspace
- basic sketching tools
- relationships and sketching tools
- sketch-editing tools
- reference geometry
- building 3D geometry
- removing material
- refining geometry
Laser shaft alignment
For technicians and installers who need the skills to align industrial equipment
If you have to align shafts, couplings, gear boxes and pumps and use laser alignment equipment.
This course is designed for technicians and installers who need the skills to align industrial equipment
If you have to align shafts, couplings, gear boxes and pumps and use laser alignment equipment, this one day course will explain shaft and coupling techniques and give you hands on use of laser alignment instruments including soft foot and blue tooth connection.
Metal machining for beginners
Practical skills in basic machining
Gain practical skills in basic machining on lathes, milling machines and ancillary machines such as pedestal drills and grinders by doing North Metropolitan TAFE's Metal machining for beginners course.
Practical skills in basic machining
Gain practical skills in basic machining on lathes, milling machines and ancillary machines such as pedestal drills and grinders by doing North Metropolitan TAFE's Metal machining for beginners course.
You can bring in your own project to complete at our Midland campus workshop, discuss the suitability of your particular project with your lecturer.
Dress requirements
You will be required to wear personal protective clothing at all times which include steel capped safety boots, clear safety glasses, long pants and cotton drill shirt.