Course overview
This course is for people employed or seeking employment in the metal
fabrication industry as an apprentice requiring a Higher Engineering Trade
qualification. It is also for people who have completed a Certificate III
in an engineering trade who are seeking to expand their knowledge and
skills and achieve a higher level qualification.
You will gain the competencies required by a tradesperson working at higher
levels in the manufacturing, engineering or allied industries. Depending
upon the units you select you will acquire knowledge and skills in
workplace communication, occupational health and safety, quality
procedures systems and planning, engineering measurement, computations and
computer technology, as well as some industry-specific skills in general
and advanced welding specialisations, heavy and/or light metal fabrication
techniques, welding to code standards, welding supervision or inspection
that may be 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 MEM40105 Certificate
IV in Engineering (specialising in Fabrication), within the Metal and
Engineering Training Package (MEM05 V3). The rules from MEM05 (V3) are as
follows:
The minimum requirements for achievement of the Certificate IV in
Engineering are:
* completion of all core units of competency listed below, and
* completion of units from the Group A Specialisation electives listed
below to the value of at least 12 points, and
* completion of Group B electives listed below to bring the total value to
least 109 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 22 points may be chosen
other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units
are available for inclusion at Certificate IV.
Note that the elective units listed below include all of the units that are
approved for selection from the MEM Training Package for use in this
qualification. 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.
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.
ESSENTIAL PREREQUISITE INFORMATION
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The unit prerequisites are not enforcable in the course structure. Teachers
should make reference to the "List of all MEM Units of Competency, their
points weightings and and prerequisites" in volume 1 page 156 in the MEM05
Training Package to assure the prerequisite units are included in training
plans.
Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total.
Note that units of competency valued at up to 22 points of the 109 points
in total may be drawn from other endorsed Training Packages where those
units are available for inclusion at Certificate IV. Only select units
that would be suitable for occupational outcomes in a manufacturing,
engineering or related environment.
To satisfy the Training Package requirements for the Certificate IV in
Engineering (specialising in Fabrication), this TAFE NSW course has been
structured as follows:
* Completion of all twelve (12) core units in GROUP 1
* Completion of at least 12 and up to 109 points, from the specialisation
units listed in GROUP 2 (Group A Specialisation Units).
* Completion of sufficient additional electives from GROUPS 2, 3 and/or 4,
bring the total value of electives to 109 points.
NOTE: You are not required to select any units from Groups 3 or 4, but if
you choose to go into these groups then a maximum applies as noted below
* GROUP 3 contains units listed Group B of the Packaging Rules for
MEM40105. Many of these are also prerequisite for other elective units. Up
may be selected from this group.
* GROUP 4 contains units imported from other endorsed Training Packages and
accredited courses. Up to 22 points may be selected from this group. Units
imported into Group 4 must:
- be relevant to this course
- be available for inclusion in a Certificate IV qualification.
- not duplicate an existing unit in the course
* GROUP 99 contains tutorial modules. These units are not counted towards
the number of units required to complete the course. You do not have to
undertake these, but they are provided so you can get extra help if you
need it.
PLEASE NOTE:
Group 2 is divided into Sub-groups. Each sub-group corresponds with a
field in the Metal and Engineering (MEMO5) Training Package and uses the
same number as the field. This means there are some gaps in the numbering
of the sub- groups. For example, there are no sub-groups numbered 1 or 2.
Group 3 contains the trade level elective units of competency. These are
also allocated a points score and are also divided into sub-groups. There
is no minimum points score you must achieve from this group so you need
not include any units from this group.
You must achieve enough of the units from Groups 2, 3 and 4 to gain a
total of at least 109 points.
Learner Support
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TAFE NSW learners who require additional support to meet their learning
goals can co-enrol in the TAFE NSW Statement of Attainment in Learner
Support (9999). This course replaces the module Tutorial Support 8999A and
Course Elective Completion:
Elective module/units to a total weight/points of at least 109 must be completed. These may be chosen from groups 2, 3, 4
Group 1 CORE UNITS
All module/units must be completed
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
|
MEM12023A
|
Perform engineering measurements
|
45
|
|
|
MEM12024A
|
Perform computations
|
27
|
|
|
MEM13014A
|
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
|
10
|
|
|
MEM14004A
|
Plan to undertake a routine task
|
9
|
|
|
MEM14005A
|
Plan a complete activity
|
36
|
|
|
MEM15002A
|
Apply quality systems
|
18
|
|
|
MEM15024A
|
Apply quality procedures
|
9
|
|
|
MEM16006A
|
Organise and communicate information
|
18
|
|
|
MEM16007A
|
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
|
9
|
|
|
MEM16008A
|
Interact with computing technology
|
18
|
|
|
MEM17003A
|
Assist in the provision of on the job training
|
18
|
|
|
MSAENV272B
|
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
|
20
|
|
Group 2 GROUP A SPECIALISATION UNITS
Module/units to a total weight/points of at least 12 and no more than 109 must be completed
Subgroup 5 FABRICATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
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Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM05024B
|
Perform welding supervision
|
108
|
|
12
|
|
MEM05025C
|
Perform welding/fabrication inspection
|
108
|
|
12
|
|
MEM05026C
|
Apply welding principles
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05042B
|
Perform welds to code standards using flux core arc welding process
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05043B
|
Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05044B
|
Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05045B
|
Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05046B
|
Perform welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM05053A
|
Set and edit computer controlled thermal cutting machines
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05054A
|
Write basic NC/CNC programs for thermal cutting machines
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 7 MACHINE AND PROCESS OPERATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM07016C
|
Set and edit computer controlled machines/processes
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM07018C
|
Write basic NC/CNC programs
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 9 DRAWING, DRAFTING AND DESIGN UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM09006B
|
Perform advanced engineering detail drafting
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM09007B
|
Perform advanced mechanical detail drafting
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM09008B
|
Perform advanced structural detail drafting
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM09009C
|
Create 2D drawings using computer aided design system
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM09010C
|
Create 3D models using computer aided design system
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM09023A
|
Create 3D code files using computer aided manufacturing system
|
54
|
|
6
|
Subgroup 14 PLANNING
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM14001B
|
Schedule material deliveries
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM14002B
|
Undertake basic process planning
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM14003B
|
Undertake basic production scheduling
|
72
|
|
8
|
Subgroup 16 COMMUNICATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM16001B
|
Give formal presentations and take part in meetings
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16003B
|
Provide advanced customer service
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16009A
|
Research and analyse engineering information
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16010A
|
Write reports
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16011A
|
Communicate with individuals and small groups
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16012A
|
Interpret technical specifications and manuals
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM16013A
|
Operate in a self-directed team
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16014A
|
Report technical information
|
18
|
|
2
|
Subgroup 17 TRAINING UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM17001B
|
Assist in development and deliver training in the workplace
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM17002B
|
Conduct workplace assessment
|
18
|
|
2
|
Subgroup 18 MAINTENANCE AND DIAGNOSTIC 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 24 NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM24002B
|
Perform penetrant testing
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM24004B
|
Perform magnetic particle testing
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM24006B
|
Perform eddy current testing
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM24008B
|
Perform ultrasonic testing
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM24010B
|
Perform radiographic testing
|
108
|
|
6
|
|
MEM24011B
|
Establish non-destructive tests
|
108
|
|
12
|
|
MEM24012C
|
Apply metallurgy principles
|
54
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 30 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 3 GROUP B ELECTIVE UNITS
Module/units to a total weight/points of 97 may be completed
Subgroup 5 FABRICATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM05001B
|
Perform manual soldering/desoldering electrical/electronic components
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05002B
|
Perform high reliability soldering and desoldering
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM05003B
|
Perform soft soldering
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
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
|
|
MEM05013C
|
Perform manual production welding
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM05014C
|
Monitor quality of production welding/fabrications
|
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
|
|
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
|
|
MEM05041B
|
Weld using powder flame spraying
|
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
|
Subgroup 6 FORGING UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM06001B
|
Perform hand forging
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM06002B
|
Perform hammer forging
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM06003C
|
Carry out heat treatment
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM06004B
|
Select heat treatment processes and test finished product
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM06005B
|
Perform drop and upset forging
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM06006C
|
Repair springs
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM06007B
|
Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM06008A
|
Hammer forge complex shapes
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM06009A
|
Hand forge complex shapes
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 7 MACHINE AND PROCESS OPERATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM07005C
|
Perform general machining
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM07015B
|
Set computer controlled machines/processes
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM07032B
|
Use workshop machines for basic operations
|
18
|
|
2
|
Subgroup 8 SURFACE FINISHING
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM08002C
|
Pre-treat work for subsequent surface coating
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM08004B
|
Finish work using wet, dry and vapour deposition methods
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM08010B
|
Manually finish/polish materials
|
54
|
|
6
|
Subgroup 9 DRAWING, DRAFTING AND DESIGN UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM09002B
|
Interpret technical drawing
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM09003B
|
Prepare basic engineering drawing
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM09005B
|
Perform basic engineering detail drafting
|
72
|
|
8
|
|
MEM09022A
|
Create 2D code files using computer aided manufacture system
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 10 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM10001C
|
Erect structures
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
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
|
|
MEM11002C
|
Erect/dismantle complex scaffolding and equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM11003B
|
Coordinate erection/dismantling of complex scaffolding/equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM11010B
|
Operate mobile load shifting equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM11011B
|
Undertake manual handling
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM11012B
|
Purchase materials
|
54
|
|
6
|
|
MEM11021B
|
Perform advanced operation of load shifting equipment
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM11022B
|
Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 12
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 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
|
|
MEM13003B
|
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM13013B
|
Work safely with ionizing radiation
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 15 QUALITY UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM15003B
|
Use improvement processes in team activities
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM15004B
|
Perform inspection
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM15005B
|
Select and control inspection processes and procedures
|
36
|
|
4
|
Subgroup 16 COMMUNICATION UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
MEM16002C
|
Conduct formal interviews and negotiations
|
36
|
|
4
|
|
MEM16004B
|
Perform internal/external customer service
|
18
|
|
2
|
|
MEM16005A
|
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities
|
18
|
|
2
|
Subgroup 18 MAINTENANCE AND DIAGNOSTIC UNITS
You may choose electives from this group
|
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 IMPORTED UNITS
Module/units to a total weight/points of 22 may be completed
|
Modules/Units
|
Name
|
Hrs
|
National Module(s)
|
Weight
|
|
BSBSMB404A
|
Undertake small business planning
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
BSBSMB406A
|
Manage small business finances
|
40
|
|
4
|
|
MSACMC410A
|
Lead change in a manufacturing environment
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
MSACMS400A
|
Implement a competitive manufacturing system
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
MSACMS401A
|
Ensure process improvements are sustained
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
MSACMT421A
|
Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system
|
50
|
|
5
|
|
MSACMT430A
|
Improve cost factors in work practices
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50
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5
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Group 99 TUTORIAL
Your teacher will tell you if you need to do any modules/units from this group
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Modules/Units
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Name
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Hrs
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National Module(s)
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4208C
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Manuf. & eng. technical tutorial support
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54
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Requirements to receive the qualification
To gain the award of MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering (specialising in
Fabrication), (TAFE NSW course number 9928), you must achieve:
* All twelve core units from Group 1
* Elective units from Group 2 (the specialisation units) to score a minimum of
12 points
* Additional elective units from Groups 2, 3 and/or 4 to bring the total of
elective units to at least 109 points
* NB: No more than 22 points may be selected from Group 4.
Career Opportunities
Higher engineering tradesperson or advanced engineering tradesperson at level C7
under the Metal, Engineering and Associated Industries Award.
Entry Requirements
While there is no qualification entry requirement, it is assumed that the
learner is either already a tradesperson with access to structured on and
off-the-job training, or is an apprentice under an Australian Apprenticeship
arrangement where the mix of on and off-the-job training would be specified in
the Training Plan associated with the Contract of Training between the employer
and apprentice.
Articulation
When you finish this course you may be eligible to enrol in other courses under
the Metal and Engineering Training Package MEM05.