Courses
School of Manufacturing
Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical Trade
Program Code: BCG31303
Brief description of course and work roles
The Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, develops the skills needed to work as a qualified tradesperson in a number of disciplines including fitting, fitting and turning, toolmaking and machining.
A mechanical tradesperson does a range of tasks including the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, commissioning, maintenance and service of all mechanical equipment, machinery and fluid power systems. They are also qualified in the use of related computerised and computer-controlled equipment such as programmable logic controllers and computer numeric controlled machine tools.
Duties also involve the repair of shipping machinery (i.e.: winches, glands, drive shafts, turbines etc.) and power station maintenance.
With the rapid changes in mechanical plant and equipment, mechanical tradespersons are becoming more specialised in their areas of work. This course offers you skills in the areas that interest you the most.
Entrance requirements
This course is specifically designed for those who have current industry experience or have graduated locally in a related discipline.
Selection will be based on industry experience, relevant previous education and an interview with APTC staff. Short-listed applicants will need to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment as part of the selection procedure as well as a Skills Assessment Program, which will help APTC staff determine your level within the Australian qualification system.
Duration
960 hours (maximum).
This course should take around 2 years part-time.
Actual time spent will depend on your individual circumstances. Some people will be exempted certain units if they have relevant work experience or qualifications. This system is known as Recognition of Current Competence (RCC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If you think you may qualify for RCC/RPL, please submit evidence of your prior experience or learning with your application, as it may well shorten the length of your course. Ask for more information when you enrol.