Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade

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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 defines the skills and knowledge required of a composites tradesperson within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries, or other industries where composites tradespersons work. The qualification has been specifically developed to meet the needs of apprentices in the above trade.

This qualification must be undertaken through a Training Contract or through formal trade recognition assessment processes.

The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of composites work, including laying up composites, selecting, handling, using and storing materials and components, undertaking repairs and modifications, adjusting resin chemicals and selecting and using joining techniques.

This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to working as a composites tradesperson.

Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate’s performance in a functioning workplace where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, in some jurisdictions units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Local regulations should be checked.

  • Financial help

  • 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.

  • 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:
      1–2 years

  • 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
Assist in the provision of on-the-job training Core
Interact with computing technology Core
Interpret technical drawing Core
Organise and communicate information Core
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Core
Perform computations Core
Perform engineering measurements Core
Plan work activities Core
Undertake manual handling Core
Use hand tools Core
Use power tools/hand held operations Core
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering Core
Adjust resin chemicals for current conditions Elective
Determine materials and techniques for a composite component or product Elective
Finish a composite product Elective
Identify and interpret required standards for composites Elective
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices Elective
Lay up composites using open moulding techniques Elective
Lay up composites using pressure closed moulding techniques Elective
Lay up composites using vacuum closed moulding techniques Elective
Licence to operate a forklift truck Elective
Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) Elective
Make basic moulds for composites fabrication Elective
Make basic plugs for composites fabrication Elective
Mark and cut out sheets for composite use Elective
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities Elective
Order materials Elective
Organise composite trials Elective
Perform emergency first aid Elective
Perform inspection Elective
Perform internal/external customer service Elective
Prepare composite or other substrate surfaces Elective
Record and trial work processes for one-off composite products Elective
Select and apply repair techniques Elective
Select and use composite processes or systems appropriate for product Elective
Select and use cores and fillers appropriate for product Elective
Select and use joining techniques Elective
Select and use reinforcing appropriate for product Elective
Select and use resin systems appropriate for product Elective
Store and handle composite materials Elective
Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace Elective
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials Elective

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade

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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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