Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting

Overview

Develop your skills in Engineering (Mechanical) Drafting. This course will develop the skills and knowledge required for a draftsperson producing specialist engineering drawings within an engineering (Mechanical) or manufacturing work environment. You will either be employed, or looking to be employed, within an engineering-related industry directly, or under an Australian Traineeship agreement, looking to work and develop knowledge of engineering (Mechanical) principles for this specialised area, as well as mathematics and appropriate drafting skills. The program has been designed to cater for learners already employed, with a blend of face to face workshops, blended learning options and workplace learning. Students will detail drawings according to engineering design intent and required Australian Standards (AS), develop skills for the use of computer-aided design (CAD) software functions and apply industry and discipline specific knowledge to produce 2D and 3D models, drawings and schematics for specialised engineering-related areas of industry. Students will produce prototype of 3D models using 3D printing technology. The course is developed using AutoCAD and Inventor software initially.

Additionally, the course is also an approved Traineeship in Victoria, with a maximum duration of 36 months.

Delivery Methods

• Blended – Teaching and assessment will be conducted on-campus and online.
• Traineeship – Teaching and assessment will be required to be conducted as part of a traineeship

Locations

• McKoy Street, Wodonga Vic (Main campus)

When You Can Enrol

Apply online anytime! Note: If applications are not open please register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ button to be notified when future intakes are scheduled.

Duration

Full-time: 12 Months, Part-time: 24 Months (Students already with trade qualifications may receive credit transfer where applicable)

Schedule

The course will run from February to November. Full-time students will complete the course (Monday & Tuesday) over a 12 Month period. Part-time students will complete the course (Monday - Year one, Tuesday- Year two) over a 24 Month period. Ongoing applications are available, speak with the teaching department to discuss your commencement date.

Attendance requirements:

• First Year students - One workshop per month (9am-4.30pm) & evening classes (5.30pm-9pm) - Mondays
• Second Year students - One workshop per month (9am-4.30pm) & evening classes (5.30pm-9pm) - Tuesdays

Distance and Flexible arrangements may be considered on consultation with the teaching department, please enquire to find out more!

Requirements

You will either be employed, or looking to be employed, within an engineering-related industry directly, or under an Australian Traineeship agreement.

Notebook / computer is required to complete Moodle tasks and project assessment work in learners own time. Geometry box (compass, set square, ruler, dividers, protractor, pencil, eraser) is to be supplied by the learner. Calculator to be supplied by the learner.

Field Placement

This course includes the opportunity for optional industry placement. You'll be able to work with an employer to gain hands-on, relevant industry skills. This will help you gain a broader understanding of the industry, and build direct connections and networks with employers.

Please note: Optional placement may be available for interested students with local employers.

Assessment

The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the course outcomes. You will be assessed through a combination of practical work skills and theory testing, through completion of projects, class exercises, participation, written assignments and tests.

Other Information

Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting is an approved Traineeship in Victoria and New South Wales, with a maximum duration of 36 months. The training plan would be delivered within the first 24 months, with the remainder of time on the job.

Skills developed

Students will detail drawings according to engineering design intent and required Australian Standards (AS), develop skills for the use of computer-aided design (CAD) software functions and apply industry and discipline specific knowledge to produce 2D and 3D models, drawings and schematics for specialised engineering-related areas of industry.
Produce prototype of 3D models using 3D printing technology.

Compulsory Units

MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM16008 Interact with computing technology
MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MEM09204 Produce basic engineering detail drawings
MEM09210 Create 3D solid models using computer-aided design (CAD) system
MEM09213 Produce schematic drawings for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems
MEM09220 Apply surface modelling techniques to 3D drawings
MEM09221 Create 3D model assemblies using computer-aided design (CAD) system
MEM09229 Read and interpret technical engineering drawings
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM30031 Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements
MEM30032 Produce basic engineering drawings
MEM30005 Calculate force systems within simple beam structures

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF Qualification.

Fees

Government Funded $2,780.00 (Tuition $2,660.00, Materials $120.00)
Concession $652.00 (Tuition $532.00, Materials $120.00)
Fee For Service $7,720.00 (Tuition $7,600.00, Materials $120.00)

Fees Additional Information

Please note, fees indicated are split over a two year period, fees each calendar year are dependant on units selected and credit units applied.
The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect future opportunities to access additional funding in the future. For more information see ‘Fee information and eligibility’ under the 'How to Apply' tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Materials Fees

Engineering Drawing + Sketchbook (Pack) - 8th Edition required (included as material fee)

Careers

Students undertaking this course will develop the skills and knowledge to advance within an engineering and related technologies field, and undertake more highly skilled work.

Pathways

There are pathway options for students who complete this qualification, including the Diploma of Engineering Technology or Advanced Diploma of Building Design.

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit for relevant units of competency achieved will be granted towards this qualification for those who have completed MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, MEM30319 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, or other relevant qualifications. Study pathways with Wodonga TAFE

Other Relevant Courses

Certificate IV in Engineering, Diploma of Engineering Technology

How to apply

Apply via the ‘Apply now’ button in the course information page. If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.

For further information about apprenticeships & traineeships, please visit https://www.wodongatafe.edu.au/courses/apprenticeships-traineeships

For apprenticeship information and enrolments, please contact the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) which is your first point of contact for queries about a traineeship or apprenticeship, www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/about-aasn.

Please note: We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers.