Course overview
This course is for people employed as apprentice heavy fabrication
tradespersons (traditionally referred to as boilermakers) in the
manufacturing, engineering and related industry areas. You will gain the
competencies required to work as a heavy fabrication tradesperson in these
areas.
You will acquire skills and knowledge in workplace communication,
occupational health and safety, quality procedures systems and planning,
engineering measurement, computations and computer technology plus
industry-specific skills in welding and boilermaking that are relevant to
your current or intended employment.
The course duration will vary depending on the training pathway agreed to
between you, your employer and the TAFE college.
Course Structure
The course structure below shows what you must do to complete this course.
units/modules are arranged in groups and sometimes also in subgroups.
You must complete each group as specified as well as following the course
completion instructions. If a course contains optional groups there will
statement at the top of the course indicating how many you must do. At the
top of any group containing optional subgroups there will be a statement
saying how many you must do.
This course reflects the packaging requirements for MEM30305 Certificate
III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (specialising in Heavy
Fabrication), within the Metal and Engineering Training Package (V3)
(MEM05 V3). The rules from MEM05 (V3) are as follows:
The minimum requirements for achievement of the Certificate III in
Engineering - Fabrication Trade are:
- completion of all core units of competency listed below, and
- completion of Group A Fabrication stream units listed below to the value
at least 40 points, and
- completion of units from Group B Certificate III Trade specialisation
units listed in Appendix 1, Volume 1 of the Training Package, to bring the
value to at least 73 points
Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total (refer to
units and prerequisites listing in Appendix 2, Volume 1).
Appropriate Group B elective units to the value of 16 points may be chosen
other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units
are available for inclusion at Certificate III. This meets the NQC
requirement that one sixth of the total units must be able to be selected
from other qualifications in the same Training Package.
To use this Heavy Fabrication specialisation, relevant Heavy Fabrication
units must be selected.
Note that the elective units listed in the packaging rules for this course,
include all of the units that are approved for selection from the MEM
Training Package for use in this qualification.
Registered Training Organisations must seek a determination from
Manufacturing Skills Australia in respect of the allocation of points
values for units of competency drawn from other Training Packages or
accredited courses.
Only select units that would be suitable for Heavy Fabrication Trade
occupational outcomes.
NOTE: This TAFE NSW course, number 9280, leads to the Certificate III in
Engineering - Fabrication Trade, specialising in Heavy Fabrication. The
following specialisations are also approved for use with this
qualification: Casting and Moulding, Light Fabrication, Maintenance,
Patternmaking, Surface Finishing, Welding. TAFE NSW offers different
courses for each of these specialisations. TAFE NSW also offers a pathway
to this qualification without any specialisation. Please ask your teacher
if you have any questions about the best course for you.
To satisfy the Training Package requirements for Certificate III in
Engineering - Fabrication Trade, specialising in Heavy Fabrication, this
TAFE NSW course has been structured as follows:
You must complete all units in groups 1 and 2, plus enough units from
Groups 3, 4 and 5 to total at least 73 points.
Groups 1 and 2
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contain the core units of competency. You must achieve all twelve (12) of
these units. The unweighted mandatory units are in Group 1. The weighted
mandatory units are in Group 2.
Group 3
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Contains Fabrication Trade stream units from Group A in the Training
Package. Each of these units is allocated a points score. You must
achieve enough units from Group 3 to score at least 40 points.
Group 3 is divided into Sub-groups. Each sub-group corresponds with a
field in the Metal and Engineering Training Package (MEM05), and uses the
same number as the field. This means that there are some gaps in the
numbering of the sub-groups. For example, there are no sub-groups numbered
Additional units to the weight of 33 points must be selected from Groups
3, 4 and/or 5 - to bring the total number of electives to at least 73
points.
Select units that are suitable for Heavy Fabrication Trade occupational
outcomes.
Group 4
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Contains Trade Specialisation units from Group B in the Training
Package.These are also allocated a points score and are also divided into
sub-groups. There is no minimum requirement for units from this group.
Group 5
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Contains units imported from other qualifcations. These units are also
allocated a points score. You can count a maximum of 16 points from this
group but there is no minimum requirement for units from this group.
Units imported into group 5 must be relevant to this course and available
for inclusion at Certificate III level.
Group 6 - Enrichment modules/units
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This group does not contribute to course completion.
Group 99
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Contains tutorial modules. You do not have to undertake these. They are
provided so you can get extra help if you need it.
Addition of units into the course
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If you:
- already hold units of competency
or
- want to complete units from another training package
and, with the support of your employer/industry, you want to count units
with a points score of up to 16 towards this qualification, contact the
Head Teacher at your college. A request will then be made to TES Industry
Meadowbank to include the required unit(s) into the imported units group.
Course Elective Completion:
Elective module/units to a total weight/points of at least 73 must be completed. These may be chosen from groups 3, 4, 5
Group 1 UNWEIGHTED CORE UNITS
All module/units must be completed
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Modules/Units
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Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
|
MEM13014A
|
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
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10
|
|
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MEM14004A
|
Plan to undertake a routine task
|
9
|
|
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MEM15024A
|
Apply quality procedures
|
9
|
|
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MEM16007A
|
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
|
9
|
|
Group 2 WEIGHTED MANDATORY UNITS
Module/units to a total weight/points of only 23 must be completed
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM12023A
|
Perform engineering measurements
|
45
|
|
5
|
|
MEM12024A
|
Perform computations
|
27
|
|
3
|
|
MEM14005A
|
Plan a complete activity
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM15002A
|
Apply quality systems
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16006A
|
Organise and communicate information
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16008A
|
Interact with computing technology
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM17003A
|
Assist in the provision of on the job training
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MSAENV272B
|
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
|
20
|
|
3
|
Group 3 FABRICATION TRADE STREAM UNITS - GROUP A IN THE TP
Module/units to a total weight/points of at least 40 must be completed
Subgroup 3 ASSEMBLY UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM03003B
|
Perform sheet and plate assembly
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 5 FABRICATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM05004C
|
Perform routine oxy acetylene welding
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05005B
|
Carry out mechanical cutting
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05006B
|
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05007C
|
Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05008C
|
Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05009C
|
Perform automated thermal cutting
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05010C
|
Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM05011D
|
Assemble fabricated components
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM05012C
|
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05015D
|
Weld using manual metal arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05016C
|
Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05017D
|
Weld using gas metal arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05018C
|
Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05019D
|
Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05020C
|
Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05022C
|
Perform advanced welding using oxy acetylene welding process
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05023C
|
Weld using submerged arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05026C
|
Apply welding principles
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05036C
|
Repair/replace/modify fabrications
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05037C
|
Perform geometric development
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05038B
|
Perform advanced geometric development cylindrical/rectangular
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05039B
|
Perform advanced geometric development conical
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05040B
|
Perform advanced geometric development transitions
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05047B
|
Weld using flux core arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05048B
|
Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05049B
|
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05050B
|
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05051A
|
Select welding processes
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05052A
|
Apply safe welding practices
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05053A
|
Set and edit computer controlled thermal cutting machines
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05054A
|
Write basic NC/CNC programs for thermal cutting machines
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM08010B
|
Manually finish/polish materials
|
54
|
|
6
|
Subgroup 7 MACHINE AND PROCESS OPERATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM07015B
|
Set computer controlled machines/processes
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM07016C
|
Set and edit computer controlled machines/processes
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 9 DRAWING, DRAFTING AND DESIGN UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM09002B
|
Interpret technical drawing
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 12 MEASUREMENT UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM12007D
|
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 18 MAINTENANCE AND DIAGNOSTICS UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM18001C
|
Use hand tools
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM18002B
|
Use power tools/hand held operations
|
18
|
|
2
|
Group 4 TRADE SPECIALISATION UNITS - GROUP B IN THE TP
You may choose electives from this group
Subgroup 7 MACHINE AND PROCESS OPERATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM07001B
|
Perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM07005C
|
Perform general machining
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM07006C
|
Perform lathe operations
|
38
|
|
4
|
|
MEM07007C
|
Perform milling operations
|
38
|
|
4
|
|
MEM07008D
|
Perform grinding operations
|
40
|
|
4
|
|
MEM07018C
|
Write basic NC/CNC programs
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM07032B
|
Use workshop machines for basic operations
|
18
|
|
2
|
Subgroup 9 DRAWING, DRAFTING AND DESIGN UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM09003B
|
Prepare basic engineering drawing
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM09005B
|
Perform basic engineering detail drafting
|
72
|
|
8
|
Subgroup 10 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM10010B
|
Install pipework and pipework assemblies
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 11 MATERIALS HANDLING UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM11001C
|
Erect/dismantle scaffolding and equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM11010B
|
Operate mobile load shifting equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM11011B
|
Undertake manual handling
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM11022B
|
Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 12 MEASUREMENT
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM12006C
|
Mark off/out (general engineering)
|
38
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 13 OH&S UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM13001B
|
Perform emergency first aid
|
9
|
|
1
|
|
MEM13002B
|
Undertake occupational health and safety activities in the workplace
|
27
|
|
3
|
Subgroup 18 MAINTENANCE AND DIAGNOSTICS UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM18049C
|
Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
|
27
|
|
3
|
Subgroup 30 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM30012A
|
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment
|
36
|
|
4
|
Group 5 IMPORTED UNITS AVAILABLE FOR INCLUSION AT CIII LEVEL
Module/units to a total weight/points of 16 may be completed
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MCMC410A
|
Lead change in a manufacturing environment
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
MCMS400A
|
Implement a competitive manufacturing system
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
MCMS401A
|
Ensure process improvements are sustained
|
50
|
|
5
|
Group 6 ENRICHMENT
You may choose modules/units from this group but they do not count towards
course completion
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
|
9050A
|
MERS Induction
|
10
|
|
|
9050B
|
Metal and Engineering Work Placement
|
80
|
|
Group 99 TUTORIAL
Your teacher will tell you if you need to do any modules/units from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
|
4208C
|
Manuf. & eng. technical tutorial support
|
54
|
|
Requirements to receive the qualification
To gain the award of MEM30305 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication
Trade, specialising in Heavy Fabrication, you must achieve:
* All twelve (12) core units from Groups 1 and 2
* Enough elective units from Groups 3, 4 and 5 to score a total of 73 points,
including
- at least 40 points from Group 3 Fabrication Trade Stream units
- no more than 16 points from Group 5 Imported Units
Career Opportunities
Heavy fabrication tradesperson (traditionally referred to as Boilermaking
Tradesperson) at level C10 under the Metal, Engineering and Associated
Industries Award.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
However students would normally be expected to be employed in, or seeking
relevant employment in the Metal and Engineering Industry.
Articulation
When you finish this course you may be eligible to enrol in other courses under
the Metal and Engineering Training Package.