Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
MEM30219
Trades & constructionCertificate IIINationally recognised
Level 3AQF level
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
41Training providers
Sep 2025Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (MEM30219, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate III; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our factsOccupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Tufting MechanicWeaving MechanicPumpmanSewing Machine MechanicSpinning MechanicSteam Generation / Boilerhouse Operator (Pulp and Paper)Textiles MechanicMaintenance FitterMaintenance MechanicMechanical Engineering TradespersonMechatronics TradespersonKnitting MechanicMotormanPlant Service and Maintenance Operator (Quarry)Electrical Instrumentation TradespersonFluid Power Mechanic
Industries
Airconditioning and RefrigerationElectricity DistributionElectricity Generation OperationsElectrotechnologyOil and Gas DrillingJewelleryMechanical Engineering
Source: training.gov.au
As listed for MEM30219 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our factsWhat you learn
Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
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MEM05004Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding
MEM05005Carry out mechanical cutting
MEM05006Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
MEM05007Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
MEM05012Perform routine manual metal arc welding
MEM05049Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05050Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM05095Weld using flame powder spraying
MEM06007Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing
MEM07002Perform precision shaping/planing/slotting operations
MEM07005Perform general machining
MEM07006Perform lathe operations
MEM07007Perform milling operations
MEM07008Perform grinding operations
MEM07009Perform precision jig boring operations
MEM07010Perform tool and cutter grinding operations
MEM07011Perform complex milling operations
MEM07012Perform complex grinding operations
MEM07013Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines
MEM07014Perform electro-discharge machining (EDM) operations
MEM07015Set computer controlled machines and processes
MEM07016Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes
MEM07021Perform complex lathe operations
MEM07030Perform basic metal spinning lathe operations
MEM07031Perform complex metal spinning lathe operations
MEM07032Use workshop machines for basic operations
MEM07040Set multistage integrated processes
MEM08010Manually finish/polish materials
MEM08011Prepare surfaces using solvents and/or mechanical means
MEM08014Apply protective coatings (basic)
MEM09002Interpret technical drawing
MEM09003Prepare basic engineering drawing
MEM09011Apply basic engineering design concepts
MEM10002Terminate and connect electrical wiring
MEM10004Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters
MEM10005Commission programmable controller programs
MEM10006Install machine/plant
MEM10010Install pipework and pipework assemblies
MEM11010Operate mobile load shifting equipment
MEM11011Undertake manual handling
MEM11016Order materials
MEM11022Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment
MEM12002Perform electrical/electronic measurement
MEM12003Perform precision mechanical measurement
MEM12006Mark off/out (general engineering)
MEM12019Measure components using coordinate measuring machines
MEM12020Set and operate coordinate measuring machines
MEM12023Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024Perform computations
MEM13001Perform emergency first aid
MEM13003Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
MEM13015Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM13019Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace
MEM14006Plan work activities
MEM15001Perform basic statistical quality control
MEM15003Use improvement processes in team activities
MEM15004Perform inspection
MEM16005Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities
MEM16006Organise and communicate information
MEM16008Interact with computing technology
MEM17003Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
MEM18001Use hand tools
MEM18002Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM18003Use tools for precision work
MEM18004Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
MEM18005Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
MEM18006Perform precision fitting of engineering components
MEM18007Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
MEM18008Balance equipment
MEM18009Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
MEM18010Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording
MEM18011Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MEM18012Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals
MEM18013Perform gland packing
MEM18018Maintain pneumatic system components
MEM18020Maintain hydraulic system components
MEM18049Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
MEM18055Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM18110Perform basic penetrant testing
MEM18111Perform basic magnetic particle testing
MEM18112Perform basic eddy current testing
MEM18113Perform ultrasonic thickness testing
MSMENV272Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSMENV472Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
TLILIC0003Licence to operate a forklift truck
TLILIC0024Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above)
Source: training.gov.au
Unit list from the MEM30219 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 factsWho offers it
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