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.
Are you looking to develop your engineering career, or gain practical engineering experience before undertaking a university degree? This course is designed for those wanting to work as an engineering technician, carrying out tasks such as engineering design and quality control/assurance monitoring. The course covers CAD, drafting, basic fluid power, basic mechanical design, production scheduling, cost estimating and non-destructive testing.
OVERVIEW
Are you looking to develop your engineering career, or gain practical engineering experience before undertaking a university degree? This course is designed for those wanting to work as an engineering technician, carrying out tasks such as engineering design and quality control/assurance monitoring. The course covers CAD, drafting, basic fluid power, basic mechanical design, production scheduling, cost estimating and non-destructive testing.
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 this qualification:
MEM60112 – Advanced Diploma of Engineering
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Honours)
WHO CAN UNDERTAKE THE TRAINING?
For Domestic Students:
- Applicants must be 17 years and over at the time of course commencement
- Applicants must be able to provide their Year 12 certificate OR evidence that they have completed a Certificate IV or above level, otherwise they will be required to undertake an independent assessment test to ensure they can satisfactorily attain Level 3 in both reading and numeracy to apply for a VET Student Loan. To meet the academic requirements for the course, applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Job Trainer. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
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
Post All units from qualifications.
Students need to complete Twenty (20) units of competency, consisting of:
- 5 Core units
- 15 Elective units
Core Units
| Unit code | Unit title |
| MEM16006A | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM30007A | Select common engineering materials |
| MEM30012A | Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
| MSAENV272B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective Units
| MEM09002B | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM12024A | Perform computations |
| MEM16012A | Interpret technical specifications and manuals |
| MEM16014A | Report technical information |
| MEM18001C | Use hand tools |
| MEM24001B | Perform basic penetrant testing |
| MEM24003B | Perform basic magnetic particle testing |
| MEM09216A | Interpret and produce curved 3-D shapes and patterns |
| MEM12025A | Use graphical techniques and perform simple statistical computations |
| MEM23006A | Apply fluid and thermodynamics principles in engineering |
| MEM23007A | Apply calculus to engineering tasks |
| MEM24006B | Perform eddy current testing |
| MEM24008B | Perform ultrasonic testing |
| MEM24012C | Apply metallurgy principles |
| MEM23004A | Apply technical mathematics |
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
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.
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
Work alone or as part of a team that may include apprentices, other tradespersons, technicians, engineers and production personnel
WHAT IS THE COURSE DURATION?
1 Year
HOW DO I ENROL?
Your part in the enrolment process is triggered by you completing an Application Form to study with Australian Institute of Engineering.
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 this course brochure and the Student Information Handbook.
Complete and sign the Application Form 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.
Return the Application Form to Australian Institute of Engineering.
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 and Pre Training Review (PTR) 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.
HOW MUCH DOES THIS COURSE COST?
Costs for this program are as follows:
Admin fees: $250
Tuition fees: $15000
Material & Equipment fees: $500
Total : $15750
(Above tuition fees apply for admission by direct entry.)
Refund arrangements are provided within the Student Information Handbook and must be read and understood prior to enrolment.
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
