Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

This nationally recognised qualification is your pathway into the engineering and manufacturing sectors. It provides foundational skills and knowledge essential for a career in these industries, making it perfect for those looking to understand basic engineering principles, tools, and processes.

Participants will develop the skills to:

• Work safely in an engineering environment, adhering to workplace health and safety protocols.
• Use basic hand tools and power tools commonly employed in engineering tasks.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Carry out basic machining operations, including grinding, turning, and milling.
• Perform basic welding and fabrication tasks using various methods.
• Understand materials, their properties, and applications in engineering.
• Follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team in a workshop or industrial setting.

This qualification is ideal for individuals starting their career in engineering, equipping them with the essential skills to undertake entry-level tasks across a range of roles. It also serves as a pathway for those aiming to pursue further studies, apprenticeships, or advance into more specialized engineering qualifications and roles in the industry.

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

Twelve (12) units of competency made up of:

• all four (4) core units of competency listed below and
• a minimum of seven (7) Group A electives and
• a maximum of one (1) Group B elective as described below.

Blended Option: Learning & Theory assessment online and practical face to face training.

Face to Face Option: Learning and Assessment face to face.

Campus

Some units of competency within this training program may involve physical activities, such as heavy lifting, standing for extended periods, or operating machinery, which may present challenges for individuals with physical limitations.

Students are encouraged to discuss any physical limitations or specific needs with our support team prior to enrolment so that reasonable adjustments can be considered to support their participation in the training program while maintaining the integrity of assessment outcomes.

As part of the enrolment process, you will need to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and Digital Literacy indicator Assessment. This assessment is used for reviewing your suitability for this course.

The minimum level required for entry to this Course is:

• Laptop
• Internet access
• Full PPE Clothing
  • Hi Visibility Shirt or Vest
  • Enclosed footwear (steel cap preferred)
  • Long pants and long sleeve shirt
  • Safety glasses 
  • Hearing protection

If students do not have a Hard Hat or Safety glasses: ATTC will provide for use if necessary.

The VET in Schools Program has been designed to help you make good career and training choices, so you can leave school career-ready, informed and confident in what your future holds. VETiS offers a training pathway so that you can complete either a Certificate I or II while you are at school.  

This Qualification is available under the general training pathway for more information on VETiS programs and eligibility for funding please refer to the VET in Schools Program information under Funding and Pathways section on this website.

The Career Start Program provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment, including after completing an apprenticeship or traineeship. Career Start offers either a general training pathway or employment-based apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.

This Qualification is available under the general training pathway for more information on Career start programs and eligibility for funding please refer to the Career Start Program information under Funding and Pathways section on this website.

Students who are deemed competent in all units of competency will receive a Qualification and Students who are deemed competent in some units of competency only within this course will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Qualification or Statement is issued by Australian Trade Training College (RTO 31399)

Possible Employment Pathways:

• Apprentice Boilermaker
• Apprentice Fitter & Turner
• Apprentice Sheetmetal Worker

Where a student has a disability or learning difficulty, assessors will apply Australian Trade Training College reasonable adjustment to ensure that the student is not presented with artificial barriers to progress in the course.

Reasonable adjustments may include the use of adaptive technology, educational support, verbal assessment, etc.

We will provide support to each student’s individual needs, providing additional educational and wellness support required for the student to meet the requirements of their training course.

Please review our student handbook and policies prior to applying for this course:

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