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Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

The Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade provides the knowledge and skills required of an engineering tradesperson fabricating in the sheet metal, engineering or manufacturing industries. 

Engineering Apprentice machining

At Australian Trade Training College we offer a variety of payment options. Find the one that suits you, click on the links below to check Funding eligibility and criteria, or contact us today.

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates may apply for students under 25 or who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

Fee For Service (FFS) 

$Price On Application

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 

$Price On Application

The Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade is a qualification completed through an apprenticeship offering two different options, fitting or fitting and machining.   Interpret technical drawings, perform engineering measurements using appropriate device or equipment and safely use hand and power tools.  Perform routine manual metal arc, gas tungsten arc and gas metal arc welding.  Check, identify and repair or replace faulty pneumatic and hydraulic system components.  Perform precision fitting, levelling and alignment of engineering components.  Identify job requirements, select materials and tools, perform machining and check components for compliance with specifications.   Fitting Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials.  Undertake maintenance checks, diagnose faults and repair mechanical drives and transmission assemblies.   Fitting and Machining   Determine and follow safety and job requirements when performing lathe and milling operations.    Possible Employment Pathways for Fitting: 
  • Engineering & Mechanical Fitter 
  • Engineering Turner 
  • Fluid Power Mechanic 
  • CNC Operator 
  • Tool Maker 
Possible Employment Pathways for Fitting and Machining: 
  • Engineering & Mechanical Fitter 
  • Engineering Turner 
  • Mechanic Fitter 
  • Fitter – Metal 
  • Tool Maker 

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User Choice 

Blended – Online theory (self-paced) via Learning Management System and practical training and assessment predominantly onsite at your workplace or at our campus. 

Delivery Location 

  • Online 
  • Your workplace 
  • Brendale Campus  

During the entire program you will have access to your trainer via phone or email during normal business hours, should you have any questions throughout completing the course. 

Duration 

48 months full-time 

Requirements for completion of this qualification

Units of Competency 

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be achieved in the following units of competency: 

Fitting 

  • Twelve (12) core units of competency 
  • Nineteen (19) elective units 

Fitting and Machining 

  • Twelve (12) core units of competency 
  • Eighteen (18) elective units 

Pre-requisite 

There are no pre-requisites for entry into this qualification. 

Resources 

Access to a computer/laptop and internet, a video and audio recording device (e.g. smart phone or web cam) and current email address. 

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At Australian Trade Training College we offer a variety of payment options. Find the one that suits you, click on the links below to check Funding eligibility and criteria, or contact us today.

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates may apply for students under 25 or who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

Fee For Service (FFS) 

$Price On Application

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 

$Price On Application

At Australian Trade Training College we offer a variety of payment options. Find the one that suits you, click on the links below to check Funding eligibility and criteria, or contact us today.

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates may apply for students under 25 or who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

Fee For Service (FFS) 

$Price On Application

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 

$Price On Application

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User Choice 

Blended – Online theory (self-paced) via Learning Management System and practical training and assessment predominantly onsite at your workplace or at our campus. 

Delivery Location 

  • Online 
  • Your workplace 
  • Brendale Campus  

During the entire program you will have access to your trainer via phone or email during normal business hours, should you have any questions throughout completing the course. 

Duration 

48 months full-time 

Requirements for completion of this qualification

Units of Competency 

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be achieved in the following units of competency: 

Fitting 

  • Twelve (12) core units of competency 
  • Nineteen (19) elective units 

Fitting and Machining 

  • Twelve (12) core units of competency 
  • Eighteen (18) elective units 

Pre-requisite 

There are no pre-requisites for entry into this qualification. 

Resources 

Access to a computer/laptop and internet, a video and audio recording device (e.g. smart phone or web cam) and current email address. 

Smiling woman working on a laptop while taking notes in a bright room.

At Australian Trade Training College we offer a variety of payment options. Find the one that suits you, click on the links below to check Funding eligibility and criteria, or contact us today.

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates may apply for students under 25 or who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

Fee For Service (FFS) 

$Price On Application

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 

$Price On Application

48 months full-time

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