Mechanical And Fabrication Engineering Tradespersons

Mechanical And Fabrication Engineering Tradespersons cut, shape, cast, join and finish metal and metal parts and sub-assemblies, aircraft systems and precision instruments, excluding motor vehicles.

Most occupations in this sub-major group have a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks performed by Mechanical and Fabrication Engineering Tradespersons typically include marking and cutting out metal stock; shaping stock using hand or machine tools; shaping metal in moulds; joining stock or components by welding, soldering, brazing, riveting, bolting, screwing or gluing; fitting and testing components, and applying protective or decorative finishes to metal products.

MEM30305

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade – ASCO code 4121-11

MEM30205

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade –ASCO code 4111-11

Why do I need to be Skills Assessed?

There are many reasons to obtain a Nationally Recognised Qualification or Statement of Attainment. Here are some reasons to achieve the final result:

• a) Obtaining a AQF Level III Qualification to become a Qualified Trade Professional
• b) Obtaining a AQF Level III Qualification to Supervise an Australian Apprentice
• c) Obtaining a AQF Level III Qualification to Employ an Australian Apprentice
• d) Obtaining a AQF Level III Qualification to travel the world, including MIGRATION

Please see your local state authority for further information on your states/territory requirements.

What is Skills Assessment?

Skills Assessment is a process of Recognising Prior Learning (RPL) or experience, whereby an individual can be granted credit towards a Nationally Recognised Qualification, in this case, the Certificate III in Engineering.

What do you need to provide?

The Skills Assessment looks at your current and previous experience within the Engineering industry. ETA is able to map this experience and knowledge to the Nationally Recognised Qualification, enabling you to receive a Statement of Attainment, or a Qualification in your professional trade area.

What type of evidence do I need to provide?

ETA works with you to achieve the final result. Your part in the process is to gather the evidence of previous work, prior learning and experience. Typically, the evidence gathering will include the following:

• Employment History
• Photographs
• Live worksites
• Reports by other workers, suppliers and supervisors
• Resume – Career Portfolio
• ETA will provide you with a guide to completing this process, once enrolled.

What next?

Once the evidence gathering process takes place, the ETA assessor will conduct a workplace visit and work with you to prove the evidence provided.

Fees and Charges

For details on Fees and Charges please contact ETA. Please Email us at skills@engineertrades.com.au