MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic)

CRICOS Course Code : 0100617 Click here for Domestic Student

Domestic and international students both can apply

102 Weeks

AIE Campus

$26,300 Includes tuition and non-tuition fees

QUALIFICATION

This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required for a higher engineering tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing, and associated industries.

The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of engineering work undertaken in the fields of, casting and moulding, computer numerically controlled (CNC) programming, fluid power, heavy fabrication, maintenance, plant mechanics, mechatronics, patternmaking, robotics, toolmaking, welding, and repair, including post-trade work.

It provides the skills and knowledge for a person to understand and implement quality control techniques, exercise good interpersonal and communications skills, work from complex instructions and procedures, exercise discretion within the scope of responsibility, perform work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment, be responsible for assuring the quality of their own work, provide trade guidance and assistance as part of a work team, perform non-trade tasks which are incidental or peripheral to the primary tasks and facilitate the completion of the whole task, inspect products and/or materials for conformity with established operational standards, operate lifting equipment incidental to their work and assists in the provision of training in conjunction with supervisors and trainers.

HOW CAN TRAINING BENEFIT YOU?

A Nationally Recognised qualification upon successful completion of the course
Fun and flexible delivery of training and assessment by experienced industry trainers and assessors
The opportunity to choose a career path through recognised qualifications
Learning of new skills
Develop your existing skills further, or have your existing skills recognised with a nationally recognised qualification
Meet new people and gain confidence in your employment skills

PATHWAYS

Further training pathways from this qualification include MEM50119 Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade or other relevant qualifications.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40119) covers the skills and knowledge required for employment as a Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class Engineering Tradesperson (Mechanical) – Level III, Special Class Engineering Tradesperson (Fabrication) – Level III, Special Class Engineering Tradesperson (Electrical/Electronic) – Level III within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries or at equivalent levels in other industries where Engineering Tradespersons work.

Students need to complete Thirty Seven (37) units of competency, consisting of:

12 Core units
25 Elective units

Core Units:

Unit Code	Unit Name
MEM09002	Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011	Undertake manual handling
MEM12023	Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024	Perform computations
MEM13015	Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006	Plan work activities
MEM16006	Organise and communicate information
MEM16008	Interact with computing technology
MEM17003	Assist in the provision of on the job training
MEM18001	Use hand tools
MEM18002	Use power tools/hand held operations
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective Units

Unit Code	Unit Name
MEM12003	Perform precision mechanical measurement
MEM27020	Apply knowledge of large combustion engine operations to service and maintenance tasks
MEM27002	Test and repair compression ignition systems
MEM18055	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM27017	Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant
MEM27001	Maintain and repair stationary and mobile plant engine cooling systems
MEM27003	Overhaul engine fuel system components
MEM27004	Maintain and repair engine lubrication systems
MEM27005	Tune diesel engines
MEM27006	Diagnose and rectify batteries, low voltage sensors and circuits
MEM27007	Diagnose and rectify low voltage starting systems
MEM27010	Diagnose and rectify low voltage charging systems
MEM27014	Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions
MEM27015	Diagnose and rectify drive line and final drives
MEM27023	Diagnose and rectify fieldbus circuits in mobile and stationary plant and equipment
MEM27026	Service and repair mobile plant air conditioning systems
MEM27030	Perform engine bottom-end overhaul
MEM16012	Interpret technical specifications and manuals
MEM27032	Service combustion engines
MEM27016	Diagnose and maintain electronic controlling systems on mobile and stationary plant
MEM27022	Maintain, fault find and repair traction drive mechanics
MEM12007	Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes
MEM12026	Perform advanced trade calculations
MEM18011	Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MEM14003	Undertake production scheduling

Please note:

*The above units have listed pre-requisite units that are listed within the Training Package and the AIE Engineering Qualifications Overview.

WHO CAN UNDERTAKE THE TRAINING?

For International Students:

Students are required to meet the following entry requirements:

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older
An IELTS score of 6.0 or PTE Academic Score of 51.6 or LanguageCert Academic Score of 61 (or equivalent English Language Testing Score) is required for International students entering into this program*
Applicants might be asked to take an AIE English Placement Test
Students must successfully complete a LLN test to confirm the ability to effectively undertake the course
This program has been designed to be delivered through classroom-based delivery and students must have the ability to attend the scheduled sessions as per the timetable and allocate some self-study time.
Students will be required to have access to a computer (or laptop) with internet connection for self-study purposes.

*Note: Exception on English Requirement for international students

Applicant who is a citizen and holds a passport from UK, USA, Canada (excluding French province), NZ or Republic of Ireland, will not be required to present any English evidence as part of application with AIE.

WHAT IS THE COURSE DURATION?

This course has been designed to be delivered over 102 weeks with 67 weeks of Tuition Weeks + 17 Weeks of Work Placement and 18 weeks holidays.
Classes are held for 20 student contact hours per week which equates to 1340 student contact hours. This may be achieved with a schedule such as 3 days per week (2 days of 8 hours, and 1 day of 4 hours per week). While the timetable may vary it will always maintain 20 student contact hours per week.
Students will be required to undertake 17 weeks of work placement throughout the program. The work placement will be for 26 hours per week (4 days) and students will perform a range of duties in line with the program outcomes.
Students will also be required to allocate some time each week to undertake some self-study (e.g. self- directed learning through activity books, case studies, and assignments). Students should be able to allocate approximately 4 hours per week outside of allocated class time. This equates to approximately 224 hours of self-study.
Courses are run regularly throughout the year. Please refer to the RTO for exact course dates.

HOW IS THE COURSE TRAINED AND ASSESSED?

This program is to be delivered in a classroom based environment with access to a fully equipped engineering workshop.
All theory and practical based delivery and assessment will occur within the designated classrooms and engineering workshop of the RTO through structured training sessions from a qualified Trainer / Assessor employed by the RTO. At these training sessions a qualified Trainer/ Assessor will provide the required skills and knowledge as per the unit content and will ensure the learning is imparted.
The course also involves students completing some reading and written work outside the scheduled classroom delivery time.
The assessment process will include the gathering of evidence to demonstrate the student’s competence. The assessments include theory and practical tasks and will be clearly documented in the assessment documents. Assessments will include tasks such as written questions, practical demonstrations, case studies and assignments.

HOW MUCH DOES THIS COURSE COST?

Costs for this program are as follows:

Tuition Fee: $22,000
(Above tuition fees apply for admission by direct entry. Credit for relevant units of competency achieved should be granted towards this qualification for those who have completed MEM30205/MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, MEM30305/MEM30319 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, or other relevant qualifications)
Non Tuition Fee (Materials and Equipment Fee): $4,000
Non Tuition Fee (Admin Fee): $300
Total Fees payable: $26,300
Australian Institute of Engineering will not require an international student or intending overseas student undertaking a course that is more than 25 weeks, to pay more than 50% of the student’s total tuition fees for a course before the student has begun the course.
While Australian Institute of Engineering doesn’t require students to pay more than 50% up front, it can accept more than 50% of tuition fees before a course starts if the student, or the person responsible for paying the fees, chooses to pay more.
Refund arrangements are provided within the Student Information Handbook and must be read and understood prior to enrolment.

LOCATION AND STUDY MODE

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.
Locations: AIE Campus – Broadmeadows, Melbourne; Workplace
Study Mode: On campus, Workplace
Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

JOB ROLES/EMPLOYMENT OUTCOME

The Certificate IV in Engineering specifies the competencies required for employment as a Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class Engineering Tradesperson – Level II in mechanical, electrical/electronic or fabrication trade disciplines. The job role involves application of additional skills in the learner’s trade or cross skills from other trades. Job roles may include the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance and service of equipment and machinery, the fabrication of structures and assemblies, manufacture of sheet metal work, as well as use of relevant machinery, equipment and joining techniques. Machinery and equipment can include 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 Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class Engineering Tradesperson – Level II related roles in other industries.

HOW DO I ENROL?

Your part in the enrolment process is triggered by you completing an Online Application Form to study with Australian Institute of Engineering on our website.

To apply and enrol in this course with Australian Institute of Engineering you will be required to complete the following steps:

Read and understand the information contained in the course brochure and the International Student Information Handbook.
Complete the Application Form online to declare that you understand all of the information provided and confirm your interest in the selected course. This will include providing a range of information and documents to support your application.
You will then receive a Letter of Offer and Written Agreement confirming your enrolment details which must be signed and returned to confirm your enrolment with Australian Institute of Engineering.
Undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test at Australian Institute of Engineering prior to your commencement of the course.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS can contact our friendly staff at +61 3 9302 1296 with any questions about the course or how to apply.

WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?

Successful completion of the course will result in you being awarded the Qualification of Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40119). Should the student successfully complete only one or more of the Units of Competency, but not the required 37 Units of Competency, the student will be issued with a Statement of Attainment at the time of completion or withdrawal.
For re- issuance of Certificates and Statements of Attainments the student will be charged $25 per document required. Payment for the re-issuance of such documents is required prior to the re-issuance occurring by the RTO.