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Diploma of Engineering Technology

22699VIC
Trades & constructionDiplomaNationally recognisedAccredited course
Level 5AQF level
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
2Training providers
Jul 2025Accredited from
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (22699VIC, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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CPCCBC4004Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPPBDN4110Set up BIM capable software and files for building design drafting projects
MEM09002Interpret technical drawing
MEM09009Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system
MEM09010Create 3-D models using computer-aided design system
MEM09011Apply basic engineering design concepts
MEM09022Create 2-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system
MEM09023Create 3-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system
MEM09155Prepare mechanical models for computer-aided engineering (CAE)
MEM09157Perform mechanical engineering design drafting
MEM09158Perform mechatronics engineering design drafting
MEM09204Produce basic engineering detail drawings
MEM09213Produce schematic drawings for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems
MEM09229Read and interpret technical engineering drawings
MEM10004Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters
MEM10005Commission programmable controller programs
MEM11011Undertake manual handling
MEM12023Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024Perform computations
MEM13015Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006Organise and communicate information
MEM16008Interact with computing technology
MEM18001Use hand tools
MEM18002Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM18055Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM22001Perform engineering activities
MEM22002Manage self in the engineering environment
MEM23003Operate and program computers and/or controllers in engineering situations
MEM23004Apply technical mathematics
MEM23006Apply fluid and thermodynamics principles in engineering
MEM23007Apply calculus to engineering tasks
MEM23063Select and organise mechanical engineering material tests
MEM23109Apply engineering mechanics principles
MEM23111Select electrical equipment and components for engineering applications
MEM23114Evaluate thermodynamic systems and components
MEM24012Apply metallurgical principles
MEM27017Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant
MEM29007Apply networking technology principles for manufacturing and engineering applications
MEM30007Select common engineering materials
MEM30010Set up basic hydraulic circuits
MEM30011Set up basic pneumatic circuits
MEM30012Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment
MEM30027Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers
MEM30029Use workshop equipment and processes to complete an engineering project
MEM30031Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements
MSMENV272Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
VU23477Interpret and prepare basic two and three dimensional engineering drawings
VU23908Investigate advanced technology applications in the manufacturing industry and related industries
VU23909Program, operate and select a robotics system
VU23910Implement control processes using programmable logic controllers
VU23911Apply hydraulic principles to achieve an engineering task
VU23912Write and modify basic CNC programs
VU23913Implement basic materials science principles to engineering applications
VU23914Apply electrotechnology principles in an engineering work environment
VU23915Annotate and create assemblies using solid models
VU23916Apply scientific principles to engineering problems
VU23917Set up manufacturing processes for engineering applications
VU23918Program and test control systems
VU23919Apply principles of strength of materials to engineering problems
VU23921Utilise digital electronics for control applications
VU23922Apply fluid mechanic principles in mechanical engineering
VU23923Solve engineering problems using algebra
VU23924Plan for the implementation of mechanical drive systems
VU23925Design and prototype components or small structures using engineering design principles
VU23926Apply pneumatic principles to achieve an engineering task
VU23927Conduct and analyse precision engineering measurements
VU23928Prepare and document a work plan to fabricate an engineering product or component
VU23929Implement site investigation procedures
VU23930Apply fundamentals of civil engineering to a construction project
VU23931Apply principles of materials testing to civil engineering applications
VU23932Apply surveying for civil engineering projects
VU23933Perform measurements and layout tasks on construction site
VU23934Produce reinforced concrete drawings
VU23935Produce structural steel drawings
VU23936Produce drawings to enable road construction
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the 22699VIC unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

2 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Box Hill InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→
Melbourne PolytechnicBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→

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