Course outline
Develop your skills and knowledge for a career as a draftsperson. This qualification has been developed with the engineering and manufacturing industries. The course is designed to meet the specific needs of drafting in mechanical and machine construction and maintenance, steel fabrication, other fabrication services and assembly, mechanical services, electrical services, fluid power, piping assembly and related industrial applications.
Are you a school leaver? Or a mature student returning to work or study? Do you have trade experience and are looking to transition into a design office? You are eligible to apply for the Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting as it has no entry requirements. If you’re in employment with a training agreement, you can study the Certificate IV Engineering Drafting as part of a traineeship. It’s also a great course to study as a stepping stone to higher qualifications.
Course specifics
The Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting covers:
· preparing sketches, charts, plans, 3D models and digital designs
· calculating and performing stress testing
· interpreting work assignment instructions and selecting material and equipment
· collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations
· estimating material costs and planning finished works
· participating in environmentally sustainable work practices.
Our facilities
Our SMB Campus is home to our Manufacturing and Engineering Skills Centre, which provides all the tools and supplies you need to bring your designs to life. You’ll have access to a fully equipped engineering workshop with lathes, guillotines, and welders. You’ll have the opportunity to use 3D printers, a 3D scanner, tensile testing machines, charpy impact test, CNC plasma cutter, and Mazak CNC lathe and mill.
In addition, you’ll get familiar with a professional suite of design software products such as AutoCAD and Inventor Professional for precise 2D and 3D drafting, design, and modelling with solids, surfaces, mesh objects and more.
Course delivery
You asked, and we listened. We now offer our Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting with flexibility, so you find the right balance between your studies, work, family and other commitments.
You can attend classes at our SMB Campus, or study online at your own pace. We incorporate the latest digital technology to complement our training methods so – if you choose to study online –you will require access to the internet and a computer capable of running computer-aided design (CAD) software. Our online learning system enables you to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with the same access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports.
Hear from our students
“There’s lots to do in the workshop; lots of interaction in the classroom too. At this stage we have done a lot of material testing, so we’ve used the tensile tester, the hardness test, the charpy test and we’ve done a lot of experiments. The lecturer has also run us through a 3D printer. We’ve done a couple of scans on that too.
I would like to do small house design in sustainable living. I’m really interested in sustainability. I think it’s honestly the way of the future, being more careful about the materials that we are using and the impact that we are having.”
Career opportunities
- Mechanical engineering draftsperson
- Technician
- Civil draftsperson
Course content
The course content below provides all possible units related to the course. If the course has various streams, the units you are required to study will depend on your chosen stream.
Contact hours
You can expect classes to take place on campus, Tuesday and Thursday from 8:15am to 4:30pm and on Wednesdays, from 12:45pm to 9:00pm.
Additional study time is required to complete assessments, classroom readings and activities. We recommend approximately eight hours per week for these activities.
Entry requirements
For all TAFE applications, pre-training review questions and a literacy and numeracy review are part of the application process.
How to apply
For information in relation to the University and students rights and responsibilities please refer to the VET Information Guide.
Applicants need to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required to undertake this course through a test as part of the application process. The test will be conducted through Federation College prior to commencement of training. Feedback will be provided to the applicant on their results and types of support, if necessary, available to them.
Direct application: Yes
Federation University code: LCH
National course code: MEM40422
Fees and scholarships
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program.
Find out more about eligibility here.
| Concession Government Subsidised Place | Standard Government Subsidised Place | Full Fee Place (Not eligible for government subsidy) |
|---|---|---|
| $544 | $2,720 | $10,720 |
*Fees displayed are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are subject to change annually.
Visit our fees and charges page for more information.
Material Fees
Material fees cover the cost of items which are purchased by the university and provided to the student, such as tools, materials, uniforms, textbooks, excursions and other incidentals associated with the course.
The estimated material fees for this course are $75
Other study costs
Four resource books are required to be purchased by you, along with a scientific calculator and PPE for the workshop.
Important Information
Direct Debit Payment Plans are available for eligible students to help manage the payment of tuition and material fees throughout the enrolment year (excluding Diploma/Advanced Diploma tuition fees).
Students accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program need to be aware that enrolling in a qualification may affect their ability to access future government-subsidised training.
Free TAFE: Under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, some courses have free tuition for eligible students, however material fees (if applicable) will be payable by the student. Free TAFE is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.
Further information on fees, payments and refunds is available here.
Scholarships
Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs. Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.
Recognition of prior learning
If what you have learned at work, from other courses, units, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain unit credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.
Pathways/alternate entry
Completion of year 11; completion of a Certificate II or III in Engineering
Additional information
Learning content is available online and can be completed remotely. However, learning is supported by teacher led classes delivered on campus. It is strongly recommended that you attend relevant classes in person for the best experience.
A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909