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52913WA Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Fabrication Pre-apprenticeship)

52913WA Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Fabrication Pre-apprenticeship)

National ID 52913WA State ID AE25

Kickstart your fabrication career with engineering foundations pre-apprenticeship!

This nationally recognised and accredited qualification is designed for people who are interested in getting into the fabrication industry. It will give you entry level job ready skills, which are highly valued by employers.

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Overview

Campus Geraldton

When Semester 1, 2025

Study Mode On campus

Kickstart your fabrication career with engineering foundations pre-apprenticeship!

This nationally recognised and accredited qualification is designed for people who are interested in getting into the fabrication industry. It will give you entry level job ready skills, which are highly valued by employers.

You'll learn how to work safely, build your communication and teamwork skills, learn how to do engineering measurements and calculations, use a variety of hand tools and power tools, and gain hands on workshop experience using different equipment.

You will also learn about different specialties within the fabrication industry, to help decide which direction you would like to take your career in.

Completion of this course can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study. It's also an excellent pathway to an apprenticeship or traineeship in this industry.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 1, 2025

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2025
Where Geraldton
How Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete thirteen (13) units of competence, comprising six (6) core and seven (7) elective units selected from the options provided below. A work practice component of 150 hours minimum must also be completed.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
AW866 Module 1 (placement arranged) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
AW867 Module 2 (commenced) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
AW868 Module 3 (mid-point) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
AW869 Module 4 (completed) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling $87.84 $26.46 $62.11
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements $234.24 $70.56 $115.19
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering $156.16 $47.04 $47.74
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information $87.84 $26.46 $37.67
MEM18001 Use hand tools $87.84 $26.46 $43.06
MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations $87.84 $26.46 $41.48

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Perform sheet and plate assembly
$175.68 $52.92 $122.43
Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding
$87.84 $26.46 $51.13
Carry out mechanical cutting
$87.84 $26.46 $51.13
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
$87.84 $26.46 $43.06
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
$87.84 $26.46 $45.71
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
$87.84 $26.46 $45.71
Interact with computing technology
$87.84 $26.46 $41.48

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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