Certificate IV in Engineering Course Code MEM40105 Welding Pathway

Overview

Career opportunities, include:

• certified welder
• coded welder

Pathways to further study:

• Diploma of Engineering Advanced Trade MEM50119

Studying the Certificate IV in Engineering at Holmesglen

The qualification packaging has been developed on the assumption that competency will be gained through an integrated combination of on- and off-the-job learning strategies, such as those delivered through a formal apprenticeship. The qualification may also be achieved through formal skills recognition assessment processes.

The program is designed to provide you with a greater trade base and develop post-trade level skills in welding. These will be related to trade work as a Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class Engineering Tradesperson - Level II in the Fabrication trade.

This course covers higher-level post-trade skills, such as intermediate ARC, MIG and TIG welding techniques, and advanced skills to become a certified coded welder.

The course gives you the skills to advance your career in the Fabrication trade and move into leadership roles within the metal, engineering and manufacturing industries, among others.

Completing particular units of competency in the course can provide you with the skills to undertake one or more of the Welding Certification exams conducted by WA, and apply your skills immediately in the industry as you work towards completing the qualification.

Course structure

Timetable:
• Full time: 3 days per week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday: 8am to 4pm
• Part time: 3 days per week, Monday to Thursday: 5.30pm to 9.30pm

Contact the department for further information about program attendance/timetables.

Units

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

Entry requirements

While there is no qualification entry requirement, it is assumed that learners are either already trades people with access to structured on- and off-the-job training, or are apprentices 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.

It is recommended that learners wanting to enrol in this qualification contact the Engineering department to discuss entry requirements.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview.
These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

COVID-19 vaccination requirements
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Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Outcomes

Qualification and recognition

On completion, you will receive the MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering.

Connections with industry

Manufacturing and engineering is currently the largest employment sector in Australia. Employer demand for engineering graduates is high, with over one third of all job vacancies related to the field.

How to apply

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Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Fees

^*Mandatory Materials and Activities fees are still payable by all students including students who may be eligible for Government subsidised fees or a Free TAFE course.

^**Additional costs may also apply for course consumable and other costs. These may include consumables such as learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing and other costs such as immunisation costs, National Police Check and Working with Children Check for relevant courses. To view the additional costs that apply for each course, download a full list of estimated additional costs by course (PDF - 102kb).

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession .