Certificate
Start your career in engineering drafting, or as an engineering associate, with this entry level qualification.
During this six month course you will become familiar with computer-aided design (CAD) packages, AutoCAD and how to set out engineering drawings according to Australian Standards.
You will also participate in hands on workshop projects to introduce general engineering concepts, which are essential for further study at the diploma level. These projects will help develop your understanding of how drawings are transformed into buildings and manufactured items. You will also gain skills in modern office practices, communication, safety, quality controls, basic calculations and sustainability concepts.
On completion of this course you can choose to study further in a number of fields including civil construction design, civil and structural engineering, engineering technology (electrical), and mechanical engineering.
An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
Equivalent to Australian Year 10 is required for entry into this course at South Metropolitan TAFE.
Equivalent to Australian Year 11 with passes in Maths is required for entry into this course at the North Metropolitan TAFE.
Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.
To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 10 units. These 10 are comprised of 3 core units and 7 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.
Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.