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MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering

This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required for a higher engineering tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of engineering work undertaken in the fields of refrigeration and air conditioning, casting and molding, computer numerically controlled (CNC) programming, fluid power, heavy fabrication, instrumentation, maintenance, plant mechanics, marine electronics, mechatronics, patternmaking, robotics, toolmaking, welding and watch and clock services and repair, including post- trade work.
This course is only offered at one location, see below.
Ballarat - SMB
Location
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
Ballarat - SMB
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
-
Length
3 years (18 months)
Qualification Code
MEM40119

Free TAFE

This course is in the Free TAFE for Priority Courses list. Find out about the initiative and your eligibility

*Due to a change in the training package units (not code) students will be enrolled in the current units once available on our scope of registration.  
The MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering provides creative hands-on skills training and covers operational skills and knowledge required for a higher engineering tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of engineering work undertaken in the fields of refrigeration and air conditioning, casting and moulding, computer numerically controlled (CNC) programming, fluid power, heavy fabrication, instrumentation, maintenance, plant mechanics, marine electronics, mechatronics, pattern making, robotics, tool making, welding and watch and clock services and repair, including post-trade work. 

  • Special Class Engineering Tradesperson
  • Higher Engineering Tradesperson
     

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.

PARTICIPATE IN ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE WORK PRACTICES
MSMENV272
USE POWER TOOLS/HAND HELD OPERATIONS
MEM18002
USE HAND TOOLS
MEM18001
ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
MEM17003
INTERACT WITH COMPUTING TECHNOLOGY
MEM16008
ORGANISE AND COMMUNICATE INFORMATION
MEM16006
PLAN WORK ACTIVITIES
MEM14006
WORK SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY IN MANUFACTURING AND ENGINEERING
MEM13015
PERFORM COMPUTATIONS
MEM12024
PERFORM ENGINEERING MEASUREMENTS
MEM12023
UNDERTAKE MANUAL HANDLING
MEM11011
INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWING
MEM09002
UNDERTAKE BASIC PROCESS PLANNING
MEM14002
PERFORM ADVANCED TRADE CALCULATIONS IN A MANUFACTURING, ENGINEERING OR RELATED ENVIRONMENT
MEM12026
MARK OFF/OUT STRUCTURAL FABRICATIONS AND SHAPES
MEM12007
MANUALLY FINISH/POLISH MATERIALS
MEM08010
PERFORM OPERATIONAL MAINTENANCE OF MACHINES/EQUIPMENT
MEM07001
WELD USING FLUX CORE ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05096
REPAIR, REPLACE AND/OR MODIFY FABRICATIONS
MEM05094
WELD USING GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05092
WELD USING GAS METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05091
WELD USING MANUAL METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05090
ASSEMBLE FABRICATED COMPONENTS
MEM05089
SELECT WELDING PROCESSES
MEM05085
PERFORM ADVANCED WELDING USING FLUX CORE ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05084
PERFORM WELDS TO CODE STANDARDS USING MANUAL METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05083
PERFORM PIPE WELDS TO CODE STANDARDS USING MANUAL METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05082
PERFORM WELDS TO CODE STANDARDS USING GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05081
PERFORM WELDS TO CODE STANDARDS USING GAS METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05080
PERFORM WELDS TO CODE STANDARDS USING FLUX CORE ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05079
APPLY WELDING PRINCIPLES
MEM05078
PERFORM WELDING SUPERVISION
MEM05076
PERFORM ADVANCED WELDING USING GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05074
PERFORM ADVANCED WELDING USING GAS METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05073
PERFORM ADVANCED WELDING USING MANUAL METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05072
PERFORM ADVANCED MANUAL THERMAL CUTTING, GOUGING AND SHAPING
MEM05071
APPLY WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATIONS
MEM05068
MAINTAIN WELD RECORDS
MEM05065
APPLY WELDING AND WELDING RELATED CODES AND STANDARDS
MEM05062
APPLY BASIC METALLURGY PRINCIPLES TO WELDING APPLICATIONS
MEM05061
PERFORM ROUTINE FLUX CORE ARC WELDING
MEM05056
APPLY SAFE WELDING PRACTICES
MEM05052
SELECT WELDING PROCESSES
MEM05051
PERFORM ROUTINE GAS METAL ARC WELDING
MEM05050
PERFORM ROUTINE GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING
MEM05049
PERFORM ADVANCED GEOMETRIC DEVELOPMENT - TRANSITIONS
MEM05040
PERFORM ADVANCED GEOMETRIC DEVELOPMENT - CYLINDRICAL/RECTANGULAR
MEM05038
PERFORM GEOMETRIC DEVELOPMENT
MEM05037
WELD USING GAS METAL ARC WELDING PROCESS
MEM05017
MONITOR QUALITY OF PRODUCTION WELDING/FABRICATIONS
MEM05014
PERFORM ROUTINE MANUAL METAL ARC WELDING
MEM05012
APPLY FABRICATION, FORMING AND SHAPING TECHNIQUES
MEM05010
PERFORM MANUAL HEATING AND THERMAL CUTTING
MEM05007
PERFORM BRAZING AND/OR SILVER SOLDERING
MEM05006
CARRY OUT MECHANICAL CUTTING
MEM05005
PERFORM ROUTINE OXY FUEL GAS WELDING
MEM05004

Delivered 1 evening per week (either on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) from 6.00pm to 10.00pm.
Approximately 3 hours per month of self-directed/independent learning.

For all TAFE applications, pre-training review questions and a literacy and numeracy review are part of the application process

While there is no qualification entry requirement, it is assumed that the learner is either already a tradesperson with access to structured on and off-the-job training or is an apprentice under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement. It should not be used as a pre-employment or pre-apprenticeship program

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: MEG

National course code: MEM40119

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.

2024 total estimated tuition fees for Certificate IV in Engineering
Concession
Government Subsidised Place
Standard
Government Subsidised Place
Full Fee Place
(Not eligible for government subsidy)
$1,602$8,008$25,883

*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 $1,070

Other study costs

Students will be required to supply their own Personal Protective Equipment: Welding Shield, welding gloves, safety glasses, coveralls, safety boots, hearing protection, wire cutters, tool bag, shifting spanner x 2 (150mm and 300mm), combination set, scriber, scientific calculators, technical drawing implements

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.

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.

MEM30219/MEM30319 Certificate III in Engineering -Mechanical or Fabrication respectively. 

Course Commencements 
•    4th March, 2024
•    13th May, 2024
•    22nd July, 2024
•    30th September, 2024

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

School department

Federation TAFE