Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

MEM20422

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification develops trade-like skills and is not intended to develop trade-level skills. As an example, the outcome level of welding skills from this qualification is not about learning trade -level theory and practice of welding; it is about being introduced to welding, how it can be used to join metal with the opportunity to weld some metal together. Similarly, with machining the outcome should be something produced on a lathe etc., not the theory and practice of machining. The focus should be on using engineering tools and equipment to produce or modify objects. This needs to be done in a safe manner for each learner including people near the learner.

This qualification applies to a learning and assessment environment where access to structured on-the-job learning in a workplace may not be available. This qualification is intended for simulated work environments.

This qualification is intended for people interested in exposure to an engineering or related working environment with a view to entering into employment in the area. It will equip graduates with knowledge and skills which will enhance their prospects of employment in an engineering or related working environment.

This qualification delivers broad-based underpinning skills and knowledge in a range of engineering and manufacturing tasks which will enhance the graduates’ entry-level employment prospects for apprenticeships, traineeships or general employment in an engineering-related workplace.

The learning program should be centred around the major project.

MSMPCI101 Adapt to work in industry is a unit of competency that provides the opportunity for work placement.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Local regulations should be checked.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (general)
      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      6 months – 1 year

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industries Core
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Core
Undertake a basic engineering project Core
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering Core
Adapt to work in industry Elective
Interact with computing technology Elective
Organise and communicate information Elective
Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms Elective
Undertake manual handling Elective
Use electric welding machines Elective
Use engineering workshop machines Elective
Use fabrication equipment Elective
Use hand tools Elective
Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment Elective
Use power tools/hand held operations Elective
Work in a team Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate II in Engineering Pathways sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Metal Engineering Process Worker

    ANZSCO 839111

    Metal Engineering Process Workers perform routine tasks in manufacturing metal products.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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