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Qualification Details

MEM30205 - Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

MEM30205 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade Qualification is offered by Get Qualified Australia via our RTO partners using a combination of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Skills Recognition.

Wherever possible, the qualification will be fully assessed using your career experience without the need for further study. If required, gap training is available from our RTO partners.

Description

This qualification reflects the skills and knowledge required of individuals to work as an Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries or other industries where Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical work. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade. The qualification packaging has been developed on an assumption that competency will be developed through a combination of on and off-the-job learning strategies such as those delivered through a formal apprenticeship. The qualification may also be achieved through formal skills recognition assessment processes.

Job roles /employment outcome 

The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade specifies the competencies required for employment as an Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical including the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance and service of all mechanical equipment, machinery, fluid power systems, stationary and mobile equipment, instruments, refrigeration, and the use of computer controlled machine tools.

Employment outcomes related to this qualification are found in a wide variety of manufacturing and engineering related sectors as well as Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical roles in other industries.

Application 

This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as an Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical. Skills development would be undertaken through an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement where the mix of on and off-the-job training would be specified in the Training Plan associated with the Contract of Training between the employer and apprentice.

Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate's performance in a productive work environment where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.

Occupational titles that this qualification is suitable for may vary and include mechanical tradesperson, fitter and turner, fitter and machinist, maintenance fitter, diesel fitter, plant mechanic, refrigeration mechanic and 1st class machinist.

Entry Requirements

Not Applicable

Packaging Rules

The minimum requirements for achievement of the Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade are:

• completion of all core units of competency listed below, and
• completion of Group A Mechanical Trade stream units to the value of at least 40 points, and
• completion of units from Group B Certificate III Trade specialisation units listed in Appendix 1, Volume 1 of the Training Package, to bring the total value to at least 73 points

Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total (refer to units and prerequisites listing in Appendix 2, Volume 1).

Appropriate Group B elective units to the value of 16 points may be chosen from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Certificate III. Note that the elective units listed below include all of the units that are approved for selection from the MEM Training Package for use in this qualification. This meets the NQC requirement that one sixth of the total units must be able to be selected from other qualifications in the same Training Package.

Registered Training Organisations must seek a determination from Manufacturing Skills Australia in respect of the allocation of points values for units of competency drawn from other Training Packages or accredited courses.

Only select units that would be suitable for Mechanical Trade occupational outcomes.

Additional qualification descriptors 

The following additional descriptors are approved for use with this qualification: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning; Instrumentation; Maintenance; Patternmaking; Toolmaking; Watchmaking; Machining.

Core units 

• select all of the units from this list

Elective Units 

Group A  - Mechanical Trade stream units 

• select units from this list to the value of at least 40 points

Group B  - Trade Specialisation units 

• Select units from the Certificate III Trade Specialisation units listed in Appendix 1, Volume 1 of MEM05 to bring the total value of units to at least 73 points, including any prerequisites.

Licencing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Where appropriate electives are taken these can also be used to satisfy regulations regarding refrigeration and air conditioning work. Local regulations should be checked for details.

Employability Skills

Communication

• Read, interpret, follow and communicate information on written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents
• Produce sketches, diagrams, charts or graphs
• Check and clarify task-related information
• Recognise and use common mechanical engineering terminology and symbols
• Liaise with appropriate authorities

Teamwork

• Work alone or as part of a team
• Contribute to a group effort in order to plan and carry out work
• Identify work roles, communicate and cooperate with others

Problem-solving

• Undertake numerical operations, geometry and calculations/ formulae (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals, percentages and proportions, simple ratios and averages)
• Use appropriate measuring techniques
• Inspect quality of own or other employee's work
• Analyse information according to enterprise and work requirements
• Assess operation and condition of components against specifications or manufacturer's requirements
• Use diagnostic skills and tests to identify and determine causes of faults, including interpretation of in-built fault indicators and error codes
• Develop, implement and evaluate solutions to problems
• Translate designs into practical outcomes

Initiative and enterprise

• Be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
• Identify actual and foreseeable workplace hazards during course of work
• Implement OHS risk management procedures
• Modify work plan to overcome unforeseen difficulties or developments that occur as work progresses
• Participate in improvement procedures including process, quality and internal/external customer/supplier relationships
• Economise material and energy use and minimise waste

Planning and organising

• Plan, prioritise and sequence work operations/ complete activities/ scheduled production
• Select and use planning techniques and tools
• Organise and analyse information relevant to work
• Set up jobs prior to commencement of work including selection of appropriate tools, equipment and materials and adjustment of equipment

Self-management

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with company policy and procedures, manufacturer's recommendations and legislative requirements
• Monitor performance of operation or quality of product or service to ensure customer satisfaction
• Take responsibility for own work outcomes
• Apply techniques, procedures, tools and equipment for compliance with site or manufacturers' specifications.

Learning

• Check and clarify task related information with appropriate personnel or technical adviser
• Identify customers' requirements with respect to the operation or quality of the product or service
• Assess and modify own work practices
• Use manuals, online help and other reference materials such as catalogues/lists as required
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable standards, legislation, codes of practice and product/process developments
• Assist with on the job training and assessment

Technology

• Select and use appropriate tools, equipment, materials and machines
• Select and use appropriate measuring/testing devices
• Navigate technology to access /input /store/retrieve/save and produce information/data using appropriate software applications
• Apply knowledge of appropriate engineering principles, techniques, procedures, diagnostic methods, tools and equipment to achieve the required outcome
• Calibrate equipment/instruments
• Improve efficiency of machines and equipment in order to minimise waste

Pathway Information

Pathways into the qualification 

There is no qualification entry requirement. It is assumed that the learner is engaged as an apprentice under a Training Contract and that the learner is receiving appropriate structured on-the-job training while undertaking this qualification.

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed MEM10105 Certificate I in Engineering, MEM10205 Certificate I in Boating Services, MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering, MEM20205 Certificate II in Engineering - Production Technology or other relevant qualifications. Credit towards this qualification may also include units of competency contained within relevant skill sets and Statements of Attainment.

Pathways from the qualification 

Further training pathways from this qualification include MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering and MEM50105 Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade or other relevant qualifications.

Additional qualification advice 

An additional descriptor may be added to this qualification to illustrate a particular skills focus or trade discipline.

This could be achieved by adding a pathway descriptor or sentence below the formal title of the qualification. Note that no changes may be made to the qualification title and the use of one of these descriptors to a qualification does not change the qualification's formal title or unique national code.

There are no specific requirements associated with the use of these descriptors other than their use should reflect the nature of the choice of units of competency in the qualification and must be consistent with the work role of an Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical.

Reference to other occupational or functional pathways consistent with the role of an Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical may be included on any qualification statement that is issued.

Competitive Manufacturing qualifications are available for employees at this level who already possess trade and other technical skills and who require additional manufacturing practice skills above those available in this qualification.