MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

Next intake

To be advised

Location

East Geelong Campus

Apprenticeship

Full-time: Up to 4 yrs

Course description

This qualification is suited to apprentices working in the steel and metal industries. If you are looking to start a career in the fabrication trade, this course will give you comprehensive skills and knowledge in a specific area of engineering production.

You will learn practical and theoretical training in computer use relating to engineering work, hand and power tools, engineering science, fabrication techniques, quality concepts, interpreting drawings and specifications, structural fabrication, setting up and operating welding equipment, and the development of cylinders, conical sections and transition pieces.

You can enhance your trade welding skills and certification or consider furthering your theoretical and practical studies in MEM50222 Diploma of Engineering - Technical.

Possible career outcomes

  • Fabricator
  • Welder

Applications & attendance

Applications for this course are not currently open.

Please contact customer service on 1300 769 279 during business hours to discuss upcoming intake dates.

Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants

To become an apprentice or trainee, you will first need to find an employer willing to employ you. An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider can assist you with this and will also start your application and enrolment process. Find a local provider here

Intake Applications Attendance Classes  
2025 Full Year
East Geelong Campus
Open: 1 Aug 2024
Close: 15 Dec 2025
Class Day Part Time Timetable supplied once admitted

Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.

Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.

An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course.

Many courses have limited spots and may fill quickly, so apply early and ensure your application is fully completed, as only successful applicants will receive offers, issued as soon as possible. If numbers are low, intakes or courses may be cancelled.

Entrance requirements

  • Applicants must be 16 years and over at the time of course commencement.
  • Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.
  • Any student under the age of 17 must provide an Exemption from School form prior to undertaking the course.
  • You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.

Apprenticeship and traineeship requirements

Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants must be currently employed under a training contract and referred by their employer.

Personal Learning Requirements

There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.

Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.

Pre-training review

Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills.

Units & assessments

Core Code Hours
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training MEM17003 20
Interact with computing technology MEM16008 20
Interpret technical drawing MEM09002 40
Organise and communicate information MEM16006 20
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices MSMENV272 30
Perform computations MEM12024 30
Perform engineering measurements MEM12023 30
Plan work activities MEM14006 40
Undertake manual handling MEM11011 20
Use hand tools MEM18001 20
Use power tools/hand held operations MEM18002 20
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering MEM13015 40
Elective Units Code Hours
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques MEM05010 80
Apply safe welding practices MEM05052 40
Assemble fabricated components MEM05089 80
Carry out mechanical cutting MEM05005 20
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes MEM12007 40
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process MEM05072 60
Perform geometric development MEM05037 60
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting MEM05007 20
Perform routine flux core arc welding MEM05056 20
Perform routine gas metal arc welding MEM05050 20
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding MEM05049 20
Perform routine manual metal arc welding MEM05012 20
Perform sheet and plate assembly MEM03003 40
Select welding processes MEM05085 20
Weld using gas metal arc welding process MEM05091 40
Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process MEM05092 40
Weld using manual metal arc welding process MEM05090 40
Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.

Assessment is based on:

  • Hands-on projects
  • Workplace tasks
  • Written assignments
  • Industry placement
  • Team projects
  • Exam

Fees

Fees Rate Unit Indicative Course Hours Indicative Tuition Indicative Gov Total
Concession Tuition AUD $0.73 per hour 990 AUD $723.00 AUD $16,585.00
Standard Tuition AUD $3.66 per hour 990 AUD $3,623.00 AUD $16,585.00
Full Fee Tuition AUD $20.27 per hour 990 AUD $20,067.00
Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee
Education Levy AUD $148.50 Charged at enrolment
Materials AUD $1,885.00 Once charged at enrolment

All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.

Which fee will I pay?

Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.

Fee help

Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.

Further study options

  • MEM50222 Diploma of Engineering – Technical

Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.