MEM20413

Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

Explore your options and gain practical skills and knowledge with this entry-level engineering course. Increase your prospects of gaining an engineering apprenticeship.

Apply now

STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime Duration: 1 year View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$340

Subsidised

$830

Full Fee

$5,210

Eligibility calculator

Course overview

Increase your employability by building foundation skills in an engineering field with this practical entry-level course. This qualification will give you the confidence to pursue an engineering apprenticeship or undertake further study in design and drafting.

According to the Australian Government's MySkills service, Australia's manufacturing and engineering industry employs over 590,000 people and contributes over $74 billion to our economy. The industry offers a range of careers currently in high demand including metal fitters and machinists, sheet metal trades workers, as well as structural steel and welding trades workers.

This course will give you foundation skills to operate tools and equipment to produce and modify objects. You will learn basic welding skills, communication skills, and explore career options in the engineering and manufacturing industry. This course is centred around a basic engineering project that integrates the skills you learn just like in the workplace.

This certificate will set you on the path to pursue an apprenticeship in a wide range of engineering jobs including fitting and turning, sheet metal fabrication, boilermaking, welding, casting and moulding, and diesel, mechanical or electrical fitting. You may also look for work as a trades assistant, or choose to develop your design and drafting skills through a traineeship or further study.

What can I do?

Engineering Apprentice

Course outcome:

MEM20413 Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

World-class training facilities

TAFE Queensland's multi-million dollar training facilities will provide you with a practical experience that is as close to real-life as it gets. Our training spaces house the latest design and manufacturing equipment and technology for you to build your skills, ready for entry into the industry.

Job outcomes

TAFE Queensland will continue to assist you, even after you've completed your qualification. Utilising our strong industry connections, we link students with employers looking to hire our highly-skilled graduates. Once you have completed your Certificate II in Engineering Pathways, register your interest in an apprenticeship with our Find Your Apprentice service.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 8 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
MEM13014A

Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment

UNIT CODE :
MEM13014A

Unit description :

This unit covers following occupational health and safety procedures in an engineering or similar work environment.
UNIT NAME
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE005A

Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industry

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE005A

Unit description :

This unit of competency is intended to provide the opportunity to research careers, and training and career path options in the manufacturing and engineering industry. It involves research into the range of activities the industry and occupational streams cover, including engineering opportunities in industries not generally considered as engineering or manufacturing. For example, maintenance people in hospitals, teachers, and so on.
UNIT NAME
Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industry

UNIT CODE
MEMPE006A

Undertake a basic engineering project

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE006A

Unit description :

This unit of competency is intended to provide the learner with the opportunity to plan and undertake an engineering project which can be completed in an institutional environment.
UNIT NAME
Undertake a basic engineering project

UNIT CODE
MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
MSAENV272B

Unit description :

This competency covers the outcomes required to effectively measure current resource use and carry out improvements including those reducing negative environmental impacts of work practices. This unit is based on the sustainability guideline standard GCSSUS01A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices.
UNIT NAME
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

North and Far North Queensland

North and Far North Queensland

UNIT CODE
MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16006A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, organising and communicating information related to processes or tasks.
UNIT NAME
Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE
MEM18001C

Use hand tools

UNIT CODE :
MEM18001C

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand tools for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use hand tools

UNIT CODE
MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM18002B

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE
MEMPE001A

Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE001A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and machining components using lathes and other machines, such as milling machines, cut off saws, pedestal grinders and fixed position drilling machines. Tooling might need to be re-sharpened but not ground up from a blank. The settings for the machines will be calculated by the learner from given formulas, surface speeds and feed rates.
UNIT NAME
Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE002A

Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE002A

Unit description :

The unit of competency covers the use of manual metal arc, gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc welding machines depending on their availability in the learning institution.
UNIT NAME
Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE003A

Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE003A

Unit description :

This unit of competency covers the use of an oxy-acetylene torch to cut low carbon/mild steels and to heat the steel to enable bending. It also covers basic silver soldering and brazing.
UNIT NAME
Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE004A

Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE004A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and using fabrication equipment to make engineered components.
UNIT NAME
Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE007A

Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE007A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves pulling apart engineering mechanisms, such as small compressors, small two and four stroke engines, industrial gear boxes, mechanical winches, or any mechanism made up of a number of components, determining the types and quantity of components in the mechanism, and re-assembling the mechanism.
UNIT NAME
Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

UNIT CODE
MSAPMSUP106A

Work in a team

UNIT CODE :
MSAPMSUP106A

Unit description :

This competency covers the organisation of team activities to fit in with the scheduling of production to meet operational guidelines.
UNIT NAME
Work in a team

Greater Brisbane (excluding Ipswich)

Greater Brisbane (excluding Ipswich)

UNIT CODE
MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16006A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, organising and communicating information related to processes or tasks.
UNIT NAME
Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE
MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE :
MEM16008A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, inputting and storing information used in manufacturing, engineering or related environments, using computing technology.
UNIT NAME
Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE
MEM18001C

Use hand tools

UNIT CODE :
MEM18001C

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand tools for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use hand tools

UNIT CODE
MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM18002B

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE
MEMPE001A

Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE001A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and machining components using lathes and other machines, such as milling machines, cut off saws, pedestal grinders and fixed position drilling machines. Tooling might need to be re-sharpened but not ground up from a blank. The settings for the machines will be calculated by the learner from given formulas, surface speeds and feed rates.
UNIT NAME
Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE002A

Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE002A

Unit description :

The unit of competency covers the use of manual metal arc, gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc welding machines depending on their availability in the learning institution.
UNIT NAME
Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE003A

Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE003A

Unit description :

This unit of competency covers the use of an oxy-acetylene torch to cut low carbon/mild steels and to heat the steel to enable bending. It also covers basic silver soldering and brazing.
UNIT NAME
Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE004A

Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE004A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and using fabrication equipment to make engineered components.
UNIT NAME
Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE007A

Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE007A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves pulling apart engineering mechanisms, such as small compressors, small two and four stroke engines, industrial gear boxes, mechanical winches, or any mechanism made up of a number of components, determining the types and quantity of components in the mechanism, and re-assembling the mechanism.
UNIT NAME
Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

Wide Bay Burnett / Sunshine Coast (excluding Kingaroy)

Wide Bay Burnett / Sunshine Coast (excluding Kingaroy)

UNIT CODE
MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16006A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, organising and communicating information related to processes or tasks.
UNIT NAME
Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE
MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE :
MEM16008A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, inputting and storing information used in manufacturing, engineering or related environments, using computing technology.
UNIT NAME
Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE
MEM18001C

Use hand tools

UNIT CODE :
MEM18001C

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand tools for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use hand tools

UNIT CODE
MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM18002B

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE
MEMPE002A

Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE002A

Unit description :

The unit of competency covers the use of manual metal arc, gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc welding machines depending on their availability in the learning institution.
UNIT NAME
Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE003A

Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE003A

Unit description :

This unit of competency covers the use of an oxy-acetylene torch to cut low carbon/mild steels and to heat the steel to enable bending. It also covers basic silver soldering and brazing.
UNIT NAME
Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE004A

Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE004A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and using fabrication equipment to make engineered components.
UNIT NAME
Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE
MSAPMSUP106A

Work in a team

UNIT CODE :
MSAPMSUP106A

Unit description :

This competency covers the organisation of team activities to fit in with the scheduling of production to meet operational guidelines.
UNIT NAME
Work in a team

Gold Coast / Gold Coast - Marine focus

Gold Coast / Gold Coast - Marine focus

UNIT CODE
MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16006A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, organising and communicating information related to processes or tasks.
UNIT NAME
Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE
MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE :
MEM16008A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, inputting and storing information used in manufacturing, engineering or related environments, using computing technology.
UNIT NAME
Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE
MEM18001C

Use hand tools

UNIT CODE :
MEM18001C

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand tools for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use hand tools

UNIT CODE
MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM18002B

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE
MEMPE001A

Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE001A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and machining components using lathes and other machines, such as milling machines, cut off saws, pedestal grinders and fixed position drilling machines. Tooling might need to be re-sharpened but not ground up from a blank. The settings for the machines will be calculated by the learner from given formulas, surface speeds and feed rates.
UNIT NAME
Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE002A

Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE002A

Unit description :

The unit of competency covers the use of manual metal arc, gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc welding machines depending on their availability in the learning institution.
UNIT NAME
Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE007A

Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE007A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves pulling apart engineering mechanisms, such as small compressors, small two and four stroke engines, industrial gear boxes, mechanical winches, or any mechanism made up of a number of components, determining the types and quantity of components in the mechanism, and re-assembling the mechanism.
UNIT NAME
Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms

UNIT CODE
MSAPMSUP106A

Work in a team

UNIT CODE :
MSAPMSUP106A

Unit description :

This competency covers the organisation of team activities to fit in with the scheduling of production to meet operational guidelines.
UNIT NAME
Work in a team

Darling Downs and South West (including Ipswich and Kingaroy)

Darling Downs and South West (including Ipswich and Kingaroy)

UNIT CODE
MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE :
MEM16006A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, organising and communicating information related to processes or tasks.
UNIT NAME
Organise and communicate information

UNIT CODE
MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE :
MEM16008A

Unit description :

This unit covers accessing, inputting and storing information used in manufacturing, engineering or related environments, using computing technology.
UNIT NAME
Interact with computing technology

UNIT CODE
MEM18001C

Use hand tools

UNIT CODE :
MEM18001C

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand tools for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use hand tools

UNIT CODE
MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE :
MEM18002B

Unit description :

This unit covers using a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations for a variety of general engineering applications.
UNIT NAME
Use power tools/hand held operations

UNIT CODE
MEMPE001A

Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE001A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and machining components using lathes and other machines, such as milling machines, cut off saws, pedestal grinders and fixed position drilling machines. Tooling might need to be re-sharpened but not ground up from a blank. The settings for the machines will be calculated by the learner from given formulas, surface speeds and feed rates.
UNIT NAME
Use engineering workshop machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE002A

Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE002A

Unit description :

The unit of competency covers the use of manual metal arc, gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc welding machines depending on their availability in the learning institution.
UNIT NAME
Use electric welding machines

UNIT CODE
MEMPE003A

Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE003A

Unit description :

This unit of competency covers the use of an oxy-acetylene torch to cut low carbon/mild steels and to heat the steel to enable bending. It also covers basic silver soldering and brazing.
UNIT NAME
Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment

UNIT CODE
MEMPE004A

Use fabrication equipment

UNIT CODE :
MEMPE004A

Unit description :

This unit of competency involves setting up and using fabrication equipment to make engineered components.
UNIT NAME
Use fabrication equipment

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
View comparison chart

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Bowen	On Campus	Anytime	1 year	Part time 1 day per week Monday	Concession: $340 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $830 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,210 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Bowen On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. Anytime The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week Monday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $340 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $830 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,210 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

Download Brochure

Certificate II in Engineering Pathways (MEM20413)

Ask a question

Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

COURSE CODE: MEM20413

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

Learn more

Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

Learn more

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

A sound achievement in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent is recommended.

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

safety glasses
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
hair protection
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing
You may also be required to have access to a welding helmet and welding gloves

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

Placement

Work experience is an integral part of this course and provides you with the opportunity to further your learning while undertaking authentic industry tasks, as well as forming career-building relationships within your field of study. We recommend that all students undertake work experience, you will be provided more information in class.

Transition statement

Replacement qualification
This qualification has been replaced by MEM20422 - Certificate II in Engineering Pathways, as of 18 December 2022. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 17 December 2023. Students who have not fully completed this qualification prior to this date will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Learn more

Related courses

Diploma of Engineering - Technical

Progress your career with this advanced technical qualification. Develop your skills further for technician work in the field of mechanical, mechatronic, manufacturing or maintenance engineering.

Careers

Engineering Technologist
Engineering Technician
Mechanical Engineering Technician

Certificate IV in Engineering

Take your career in engineering to the next level with this advanced, post-trade qualification.

Careers

Higher Engineering Tradesperson
Special Class Engineering Tradesperson

Part Time : up to 4 years

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Fitting/Machining

Get started in your engineering career with this practical qualification. Successful completion of this course will qualify you to become a trade qualified fitter or turner.

Careers

Fitter, Turner

😊 Personalise my view

I am

interested in studying

interested in studying

currently studying

interested in studying

interested in

interested in

interested in

interested in studying

at

Campus

Campus

Campus

Campus

Campus

Campus

Campus

Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

World-class training facilities

Job outcomes

Core units

Elective units

Bowen

Download Brochure

Ask a question

Certificate II in Engineering Pathways

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Transition statement

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Diploma of Engineering - Technical

Careers

Certificate IV in Engineering

Careers

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Careers