Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade

About this course

Are you interested in in modern engineering apprenticeship? Learn on and off-the-job in a composites trade apprenticeship.

You will learn how to:

work with a wide range of materials including metals, plastics and ceramics
how to layer up composites
select, handle, and store materials and components
undertake repairs and modifications
adjust resin chemicals
select and use correct joining techniques.

Note that the availability of electives may vary depending on your selected training provider.

This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

This course must be done as an apprenticeship. You’ll get practical skills and experience in a specific trade or profession. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.

To do an apprenticeship you’ll need an employer willing to hire you as an apprentice.

To get started:
- search for advertised apprenticeship opportunities and apply
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as an apprenticeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.

Units of study

Core units

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

Elective units

Unit title	Unit code
Order materials	MEM11016
Perform emergency first aid	MEM13001
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials	MEM13003
Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace	MEM13019
Perform inspection	MEM15004
Perform internal/external customer service	MEM16004
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities	MEM16005
Lay up composites using open moulding techniques	MEM26001
Lay up composites using vacuum closed moulding techniques	MEM26002
Lay up composites using pressure closed moulding techniques	MEM26003
Make basic plugs for composites fabrication	MEM26004
Make basic moulds for composites fabrication	MEM26005
Mark and cut out sheets for composite use	MEM26006
Select and use reinforcing appropriate for product	MEM26007
Select and use resin systems appropriate for product	MEM26008
Select and use cores and fillers appropriate for product	MEM26009
Store and handle composite materials	MEM26010
Determine materials and techniques for a composite component or product	MEM26011
Record and trial work processes for one-off composite products	MEM26012
Select and use composite processes or systems appropriate for product	MEM26013
Adjust resin chemicals for current conditions	MEM26014
Select and apply repair techniques	MEM26015
Select and use joining techniques	MEM26016
Prepare composite or other substrate surfaces	MEM26017
Organise composite trials	MEM26018
Finish a composite product	MEM26019
Identify and interpret required standards for composites	MEM26020
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices	MSMENV472
Licence to operate a forklift truck	TLILIC0003
Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above)	TLILIC0024

Course providers

This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.

Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Mount Helen (Ballarat)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
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