MEM31119 Certificate III in Engineering – Composites Trade

Course Code: MEM31119

Domestic students can apply

4 years in apprenticeship contract

Workplace / AIE Campus

$15,360

OVERVIEW

This groundbreaking area of engineering is for those who are ready to work at the cutting edge. Composite materials are starting to replace traditional materials. As different industries start to use these materials, the need for apprentices increases.You’ll gain skills in composite materials, assembly, and production techniques. You’ll learn how to select the appropriate processes or systems for a product, and will gain experience with a range of power tools and machinery. This course is delivered as an apprenticeship.

PATHWAYS

Pathways from the qualification
MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering
MEM50119 Diploma of Engineering – Advanced 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

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of composites work, including laying up composites, selecting, handling, using and storing materials and components, undertaking repairs and modifications, adjusting resin chemicals and selecting and using joining techniques.
This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to working as a composites tradesperson.

JOB ROLES/EMPLOYMENT OUTCOME

The MEM31119 Certificate III in Engineering – Composites Trade specifies the competencies required for employment as a composites tradesperson, including:

laying up composites
selecting and using materials and components for composite products
handling, using and storing materials and components used in composites
undertaking repairs and modifications to composite components
undertaking repairs and modifications using composites
adjusting resin chemicals for composite products and conditions
selecting and using joining techniques.

People with this qualification may work in a large manufacturing organisation, a smaller workshop, a repair facility, a defence or a government facility. The composites tradesperson may work in a composites manufacturing or repair organisation, or they may work in an aerospace, civil construction, general manufacturing, marine, vehicle or other organisation as a composites specialist. They may be part of a large organisation or they may be an independent contractor performing composites trade work for other organisations. ‘Composites’ in this application refers to reinforced resin components and does not include geo-textile or other industrial textiles.

WHO CAN UNDERTAKE THE TRAINING?

To undertake this program, students must be undertaking an apprenticeship

ELIGIBILITY OF STUDENTS FOR GOVERNMENT FUNDING

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.
The RTO has funding contracts in VIC, SA and NSW. Please contact the RTO for eligibility requirements for each state to see if you are eligible for funding.

PRE-REQUISITES (ENTRY REQUIREMENTS)

All students must undertake a LL&N assessment as part of the enrollment process. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed relevant qualifications.

HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED?

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 and workplace evidence reports.

DELIVERY ARRANGEMENTS

This program is to be delivered through facilitated online training sessions occurring fortnightly (2 hours) and practical skills training will occur through a minimum of 3-4 face to face visits at the student's workplace.
For practical components/ skills, the Trainer will coordinate with the employer to ensure access to suitable environments for practical training to occur.
Learners will also be supplied with Learner Guides for each unit delivered and will work through the learning activities during self-study time. Learning activities will give learners the opportunity to practice and prepare for assessments.
Learners will have the opportunity to apply and test their new knowledge and skills through their employment and on-the-job training within their business.

COURSE STRUCTURE

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

Completion of all core units of competency listed below (Totalling 33) points, and
Elective units of competency to a minimum value of 6 points from Group A
Elective units of competency to a value of 57 points from Group B & C to bring the total value to 96 points.

Students need to complete Twenty Eight (28) units of competency, consisting of:

12 Core units
16 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 adjusted to suit individual business requirements

Unit Code	Unit Title
MEM26001	Lay up composites using open moulding techniques
MEM26002	Lay up composites using vacuum closed moulding techniques
MEM26003	Lay up composites using pressure closed moulding techniques
MEM26004	Make basic plugs for composites fabrication
MEM26005	Make basic moulds for composites fabrication
MEM26006	Mark and cut out sheets for composite use
MEM26007	Select and use reinforcing appropriate for product
MEM26008	Select and use resin systems appropriate for product
MEM26009	Select and use cores and fillers appropriate for product
MEM26010	Store and handle composite materials
MEM26012	Record and trial work processes for one-off composite products
MEM26014	Adjust resin chemicals for current conditions
MEM26015	Select and apply repair techniques
MEM26018	Organise composite trials
MEM26019	Finish a composite product
MEM13003	Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials

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.

WHAT IS THE COURSE DURATION?

This course has been designed to be delivered over 4 years in apprenticeship contract. This course also looks at the competence of the apprentice during the training.

HOW MUCH DOES THIS COURSE COST?

Course Fees: (Payable by employer &/or apprentice)

Cost for eligible students - Government Subsidised Place:

Tuition Fee: $2,976.00
Materials and Equipment Fees: $480.00
Total Fees: $3,456.00

Tuition fee for the government subsidised fee is indicative to individual student circumstances.

Cost for Ineligible students (Fee for service):

Tuition Fee: $14,880.00
Materials and Equipment Fees: $480.00
Total Fees: $15,360

*Fees will be split over 3 years and invoiced each calendar year.

*Fees are calculated with the minimum SCH of 960 and may change depending on units selected.

(Government incentives payments and wage Subsidies may be available for eligible apprentices.)

RPL PROCESS

RPL Assessment only training could be completed by candidates that have around 6 years of industry experience.
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.

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.

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.

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.

ENCOURAGEMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TO ACCESS GOVERNMENT FUNDED SUBSIDED FUNDING

AIE encourages all, students to look at apprenticeship as a career option. Further information can be obtained by talking to our friendly staff.

HOW DO I ENROL?

Our expert team will assist you with the steps to enrol to undertake training in this qualification.

To apply and enrol in this course with Australian Institute of Engineering please contact Brett Ambrosio for further information:

Email : bambrosio@auie.edu.au

"This training is delivered with Commonwealth Government and South Australian Funding."

"This training is subsidised by the NSW Government".

Australian Institute of Engineering

Would you like more information?

Contact our friendly team at Australian Institute of Engineering at:

Head Office (Melbourne Campus)
60 Belfast Street, Broadmeadows, VIC 3047
+61 3 9302 1296
info@auie.edu.au

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