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Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
MEM31922
BIX1
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed to meet the needs of apprentices in the above trade.
This qualification must be undertaken through a Training Contract or through formal trade recognition assessment processes.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of fabrication work, including undertaking metal fabrication, structural steel erection, sheetmetal work, welding, blacksmithing and surface finishing.
This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as an Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication.
Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate’s performance in a functioning workplace where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.
In some jurisdictions, units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is included in the relevant units of competency.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Local regulations should be checked.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade, units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Groups A, B, C, D, E, F and G as described below
- elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking), units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group B as described below
- elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Welding), units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group C as described below
-elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/welding), units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group D as described below
- elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal working), units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group E as described below
- elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Blacksmithing), units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group F as described below
- elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
To be awarded the MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Surface finishing), units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- all core units of competency listed below (totalling 33 points)
- elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group G as described below
- elective units of competency to a maximum value of 23 points from Group H to bring the total value to 96 points.
Appropriate Group H elective units to the value of 8 points may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Certificate III. Only select units that would be suitable for occupational outcomes in a fabrication trade environment.
Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) must seek a determination from the industry parties in respect of the allocations of point values for units of competency drawn from other Training Packages or accredited courses. Determination of points requests are to be submitted to the industry parties through Innovation and Business Skills Australia (IBSA) Manufacturing. Refer to the MEM Companion Volume Implementation Guide for information on determination of unit point values.
Prerequisites
Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total. Units with prerequisite requirements are marked with an asterisk on training.gov.au (TGA) (refer to the individual units for details). All prerequisites are included in the units listed.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AE16 | Boilermaking/Welding |
| AE18 | Surface Finishing |
| AE19 | Sheetmetal working |
| AE44 | Boilermaking |
1. Core Units
All core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAU96 | MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAV03 | MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAV96 | MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OAV04 | MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | 18 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAV34 | MEM12024 | Perform computations | 27 | Unit of competency |
| OAV35 | MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | 48 | Unit of competency |
| OAV19 | MEM14006 | Plan work activities | 32 | Unit of competency |
| OAV60 | MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAU93 | MEM18001 | Use hand tools | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAU92 | MEM18002 | Use power tools/hand held operations | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAV23 | MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | 32 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Fabrication Trade Generic Elective Units
Packaging for a generic fabrication trade qualification - choose a minimum value of 40 points from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B – Boilermaking Trade Specialisation Elective Units
Packaging for a Boilermaking Trade specialisation, select elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C – Welding Trade Specialisation Elective Units
Packaging for a Welding Trade specialisation, select elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D – Boliermaking/Welding Trade Specialisation Electives
Packaging for a Boilermaking/Welding Trade specialisation, select elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E – Sheetmetal Working Trade Specialisation Electives
Packaging for a Sheetmetal Working Trade specialisation, select elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
7. Group F – Blacksmithing Trade Specialisation Elective Units
Packaging for a Blacksmithing Trade specialisation, select elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
8. Group G – Surface Finishing Trade Specialisation Elective Units
Packaging for a Surface Finishing Trade specialisation, select elective units of competency to a minimum value of 40 points from Group G.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
9. Group H – General Elective Units
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options for each specialisation.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEK8 | MEM30319 | Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOZ0 | MEM31925 | Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week. For elite athletes, the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six-month periods.
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week. For elite athletes, the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six-month periods.
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.
For elite athletes the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six month periods.
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.
For elite athletes the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six month periods.
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week. For elite athletes, the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six-month periods.