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.
Australian Institute of Engineering is a Registered Training Organisation delivering Nationally Recognised Training. We have a commitment to helping people achieve their learning goals, in a fun and supportive learning environment.
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of a marine craft construction tradesperson within the marine craft construction industry. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade.
OVERVIEW
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of a marine craft construction tradesperson within the marine craft construction industry. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade.
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
Pathways from the qualification
MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering
MEM50119 Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade
WHAT CONTENT IS COVERED IN THE TRAINING?
The skills associated with this qualification in MEM30719 – Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction are intended to apply to a wide range of marine craft construction work, including undertaking manufacturing and repairs of boats in fibre-reinforced materials, timber and metal and marine/boat yard operations, fitting out of internal and external components of vessels and installation of engineering drive systems.
WHO CAN UNDERTAKE THE TRAINING?
For Domestic Students:
For you to be eligible, you need to be:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits
- Students must be employed in a role that enables them access to appropriate workplace tasks. AIE will confirm the suitability of the learner’s employment prior to commencement.
RPL PROCESS
Our expert team will carefully assess your experience including past qualifications, relevant skills, and industry knowledge. Information about your knowledge and experience will be aligned to the relevant components of the qualification. You will receive recognition for the units or modules in which you have demonstrated either competency or similarity of learning outcomes, and you will only need to complete any remaining units to receive the qualification.
RPL COSTS
The cost for RPL in a VET course will vary depending on the number of units of competency you successfully gain recognition for, the fee structure of the course and any assessment or training required. You will be provided with an approximate cost for your unique situation when you apply.
APPLYING FOR RPL
To apply for RPL simply submit an enquiry so we can provide you with the appropriate application form. Along with this form you will also need to supply any relevant documentation that supports your application including existing qualifications and evidence of your previous roles.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students need to complete Thirty Five (30) units of competency, consisting of:
- 12 Core units
- 18 Elective units
Core Units
| Unit code | Unit title |
| 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*
*Electives may be able to be adjusted to suit individual business requirements
| MEM04018 | Perform general woodworking machine operations |
| MEM08011 | Prepare surfaces using solvents and/or mechanical means |
| MEM08014 | Apply protective coatings (basic) |
| MEM09021 | Interpret and produce drawings of curved 3-D shapes |
| MEM12007 | Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes |
| MEM13003 | Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials |
| MEM25001 | Apply fibre-reinforced materials |
| MEM25002 | Form and integrate fibre-reinforced structures |
| MEM25003 | Set up marine vessel structures |
| MEM25004 | Fair and shape surfaces |
| MEM25005 | Construct and assemble marine vessel timber components |
| MEM25006 | Undertake marine sheathing operations |
| MEM25007 | Maintain marine vessel surfaces |
| MEM25008 | Repair marine vessel surfaces and structures |
| MEM25009 | Form timber shapes using hot processes |
| MEM25010 | Perform fitout procedures |
| MEM25012 | Install and test operations of marine auxiliary systems |
| MEM25015 | Assemble and install equipment and accessories/ancillaries |
Please note:
*The above units have listed pre-requisite units that are listed within the Training Package and the AIE Engineering Qualifications Overview. All elective units are included and accounted for within the unit selection and order of delivery.
LOCATION AND STUDY MODE
Locations: AIE Campus – Broadmeadows, Melbourne; Workplace based – all states
Study Mode: On campus, Workplace
CREDIT TRANSFER
Australian Institute Of Engineering as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.
Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.
In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for credit transfer Form available from AIE campus, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from AIE Website.
Your completed Application for credit transfer form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to AIE either in person or by email. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of marine craft construction work, including undertaking manufacturing and repairs of boats in fibre-reinforced plastics, timber and metal and marine/boat yard operations, fitting out of internal and external components of vessels and installation of engineering drive systems.
WHAT IS THE COURSE DURATION?
HOW DO I ENROL?
Our expert team will assist you with the steps to enrol to undertake training in this qualification.
Please contact our customer service team for more information Telephone: +61 3 9302 1296
HOW MUCH DOES THIS COURSE COST?
Course Fees: (Payable by employer &/or apprentice)
Cost for eligible students:
Tuition Fee: $2976.00
Materials Fee: $480.00
Total Payable Fees: $3456.00
Cost for Ineligible students:
Tuition Fee: $14,400.00
Materials Fee: $480.00
Total Payable Fees: $14,880
Government incentives payments and wage Subsidies may be available for eligible apprentices.
WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION?
Contact our friendly team at Australian Institute of Engineering at:
Australian Institute of Engineering
Head Office (Melbourne Campus)
60 Belfast Street,
BROADMEADOWS, VIC 3047
Telephone: +61 3 9302 1296
Email: info@auie.edu.au
