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Duration
This course can typically be completed within 3 years.
* The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge.
Intake
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Overview
Availability:Applications for 2027 are now open.
Online Application: This course is not available for online application. Please contact the team on the details below for further information on how to apply.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: This course can be undertaken as an apprenticeship. Visit TAFE Apprenticeships and Traineeships for more information.
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.
| Delivery Details | |
| Location | Alice Springs Casuarina |
| Duration | 3 years * Course duration may vary depending on the time required to achieve the required competencies. |
| Study Mode | Face-to-face Workplace * Information about study modes are available in the 2027 TAFE Student Guide. |
| Start Date | Term 1: 11/02/2027 to 03/04/2027 Term 2: 14/04/2027 to 02/06/2027 Term 3: 23/07/2027 to 09/09/2027 Term 4: 13/10/2027 to 27/11/2027 * Apprentices will receive an individual call-up notification letter. |
| Attendance | Block delivery Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:20pm |
Career opportunities
After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
- Metal fabrication tradesmen
- Sheetmetal worker
- Boilermaker
- Welder
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises skills and knowledge gained through previous study, work experience, volunteering, or life experience. If your existing skills and knowledge meet the requirements of a unit of competency, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your qualification. If you would like to apply for RPL, please indicate this when completing your enrolment form. For more information, please contact CDU TAFE Student Services on 08 8946 7111, or email TAFE@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
If you have completed the same, or an equivalent, unit through another Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you may be eligible for a credit transfer. To apply, submit a completed Application for Credit Transfer Form and supporting documentation. Applications are encouraged at the time of enrolment. There is no fee for credit transfer applications.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to further study, including MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering.
Fees
2027 Fees
| Fee Type | 2027 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | $3,910.50 - $4,147.50 |
| Full Fee | $16,929.00 - $17,955.00 |
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early.
Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Hold a current Centrelink Concession or Healthcare card
- Hold a Veteran's Healthcare card
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Hold a permanent resident visa with Refugee or Humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
International VET Package
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Why study trades at CDU?
Whether you're an apprentice, a trainee, or already working in the industry, our trades courses are for you.
Start your career or upskill in a variety of areas from construction and electrotechnology to plumbing and metal trades. Wherever your interest lies, you'll learn from experts with industry-standard technologies and tools so you can graduate workplace ready.
- NT's largest training provider
- Access to specialised trade training facilities
- Recognition of prior learning so you can qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
Why study trades at CDU?
Whether you're an apprentice, a trainee, or already working in the industry, our trades courses are for you.
Start your career or upskill in a variety of areas from construction and electrotechnology to plumbing and metal trades. Wherever your interest lies, you'll learn from experts with industry-standard technologies and tools so you can graduate workplace ready.
- NT's largest training provider
- Access to specialised trade training facilities
- Recognition of prior learning so you can qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
What will I study?
To achieve MEM31925 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade, a total of 96 points must be completed comprising 33 points of core and 63 points of elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.
Course structure
Boilermaking/welding (total 96 points)
- core units totalling 33 points
- minimum of 40 points from Group D
- maximum of 23 points from Group H
Sheetmetal working (total 96 points)
- core units totalling 33 points
- minimum of 40 points from Group E
- maximum of 23 points from Group H
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 990 - 1050.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Points | Hours |
| Core units of competency (both specialisations must complete all core units) | |||
| MEM09002* | Interpret technical drawing | 4 | 40 |
| MEM11011* | Undertake manual handling | 2 | 20 |
| MEM12023* | Perform engineering measurements | 5 | 30 |
| MEM12024* | Perform computations | 3 | 30 |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | 2 | 40 |
| MEM14006* | Plan work activities | 4 | 40 |
| MEM16006* | Organise and communicate information | 2 | 20 |
| MEM16008* | Interact with computing technology | 2 | 20 |
| MEM17003* | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | 2 | 20 |
| MEM18001* | Use hand tools | 2 | 20 |
| MEM18002* | Use power tools/hand held operations | 2 | 20 |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 3 | 30 |
| Total points and nominal hours for core units | 33 | 330 | |
| Elective units of competency (Select 63 points) | |||
| Boilermaker/ Welder specialisation | |||
| Group D - Boilermaking/Welding Trade specialisation electives | |||
| MEM05005* | Carry out mechanical cutting | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05007* | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05010* | Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques | 8 | 80 |
| MEM05012* | Perform routine manual metal arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05037* | Perform geometric development | 6 | 60 |
| MEM05049* | Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05050* | Perform routine gas metal arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05052* | Apply safe welding practices | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05072* | Perform advanced welding using manual arc welding process | 4 | 60 |
| MEM05073* | Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process | 4 | 60 |
| MEM05084* | Perform advanced welding using flux core welding process | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05089* | Assemble fabricated components | 8 | 80 |
| Group H General electives | |||
| MEM05056* | Perform routine flux core arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05085* | Select welding processes | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05090* | Weld using manual metal arc welding process | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05091* | Weld using gas metal arc welding process | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05092* | Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05096* | Weld using flux core arc welding process | 4 | 40 |
| Total points and nominal hours for elective units | 64 - 68 | 680 - 720 | |
| Total points and nominal hours for the qualification (boilermaker/welder specialisation) | 97 - 101 | 1010 - 1050 | |
| Sheetmetal specialisation | |||
| Group E - Sheetmetal Working Trade specialisation electives | |||
| MEM05005* | Carry out mechanical cutting | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05007* | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05010* | Apply fabrication, forming, and shaping techniques | 8 | 80 |
| MEM05012* | Perform routine manual metal arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05037* | Perform geometric development | 6 | 60 |
| MEM05049* | Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05050* | Perform routine gas metal arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05052* | Apply safe welding practices | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05056* | Perform routine flux core arc welding | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05085* | Select welding processes | 2 | 20 |
| MEM05089* | Assemble fabricated components | 8 | 80 |
| MEM05092* | Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process | 4 | 40 |
| Group H General electives | |||
| MEM05091* | Weld using gas metal arc welding process | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05094* | Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications | 4 | 40 |
| MEM08010* | Manually finish/polish materials | 6 | 60 |
| MEM12007* | Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes | 4 | 40 |
| MEM05073 | Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process (alternative elective for Alice Springs only) | 4 | 60 |
| Unnamed electives | |||
| MEM03003* | Perform sheet and plate assembly | 4 | 40 |
| Total points and nominal hours for elective units | 64 | 660 | |
| Total points and nominal hours for the qualification (sheetmetal working specialisation) | 97 | 990 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To ensure you have the skills and support needed to study this course, all applicants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation.
To gain entry into MEM31925 Certificate III in Engineering, candidates require:
- To be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT.
Required Resources
Students are issued with learning materials and handouts relevant to each unit during their scheduled block.
Students can access assessments and learning resources at any time through CDU's online learning platform, Learnline. Before getting started, make sure your computer meets the required system requirements..
All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.
Yron
CDU student
All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.
Yron
CDU student
Course details
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the MEM Manufacturing and Engineering Training Package.
Location and study mode
Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina
Study Mode: On campus, workplace assessment
Note:
Delivery at individuals locations is subject to demand. Additional locations and/or study modes may become available pending sufficient demand.
Additional information
Contact details
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How to apply for international students
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The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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