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Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting

MEM40422
Trades & constructionCertificate IVNationally recognised
Level 4AQF level
15Units to complete
6 months to 2 yearsAQF length guide
10Training providers
Feb 2023Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (MEM40422, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate IV; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Drafting Technical AssistantMechanical Engineering Draftsperson
Industries
Technical Engineering
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for MEM40422 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 facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 15 units: 4 core plus the rest chosen as electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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CPCPCM4012Estimate and cost work
CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
MEM05085Select welding processes
MEM09002Interpret technical drawing
MEM09201Work effectively in an engineering drafting workplace
MEM09202Produce freehand sketches
MEM09203Measure and sketch site information
MEM09204Produce basic engineering detail drawings
MEM09205Produce electrical schematic drawings
MEM09206Produce drawings for mechanical services
MEM09207Produce drawings for reticulated services
MEM09208Detail fasteners and locking devices in mechanical drawings
MEM09209Detail bearings, seals and other componentry in mechanical drawings
MEM09210Create 3D solid models using computer-aided design (CAD) system
MEM09211Produce drawings or models for industrial piping
MEM09212Produce detailed drawings of steel to non-steel connections
MEM09213Produce schematic drawings for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems
MEM09216Interpret and produce curved 3D shapes and patterns
MEM09217Prepare plans for pipe and duct fabrication
MEM09218Participate in drafting projects for building services
MEM09219Prepare drawings for fabricated sheet metal products
MEM09220Apply surface modelling techniques to 3D drawings
MEM09221Create 3D model assemblies using computer-aided design (CAD) system
MEM09223Interpret design specifications for structural steel detailing
MEM09224Detail bolts and welds for structural steelwork connections
MEM09225Detail standardised structural connections
MEM09226Detail structural steel members
MEM09228Detail ancillary steelwork
MEM09229Read and interpret technical engineering drawings
MEM12023Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024Perform computations
MEM13015Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM15001Perform basic statistical quality control
MEM16003Provide advanced customer service
MEM16006Organise and communicate information
MEM16008Interact with computing technology
MEM16014Report technical information
MEM30005Calculate force systems within simple beam structures
MEM30006Calculate stresses in simple structures
MEM30007Select common engineering materials
MEM30008Apply basic economic and ergonomic concepts to evaluate engineering applications
MEM30010Set up basic hydraulic circuits
MEM30011Set up basic pneumatic circuits
MEM30012Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment
MEM30013Assist in the preparation of a basic workplace layout
MEM30016Assist in the analysis of a supply chain
MEM30019Use resource planning software systems in manufacturing
MEM30023Prepare a simple cost estimate for a manufactured product
MEM30024Participate in quality assurance techniques
MEM30025Analyse a simple electrical system circuit
MEM30031Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements
MEM30032Produce basic engineering drawings
MEM30033Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3D models
MSMENV272Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSS402004Sustain process improvements
MSS402055Apply quality standards
MSS402087Apply cost factors to work practices
MSTGN4017Participate in product engineering
TLIG2007Work in a socially diverse environment
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0051Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEPMNT419Perform civil drafting
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the MEM40422 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

10 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.

APT Specialist Hydraulics and TrainingBased in NSW · Registered since 2010→
Australian Institute of Advanced StudiesBased in QLD · Registered since 2013→
Bendigo Kangan InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→
North Metropolitan TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→
Outsource Institute (AUS)Based in QLD · Registered since 2007→
TAFE NSWBased in NSW · Registered since 1999→
TAFE QueenslandBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
TAFE SABased in SA · Registered since 2014→
TasTAFEBased in TAS · Registered since 2009→
Wodonga Institute of TAFEBased in VIC · Registered since 1996→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.