Certificate II in Engineering Studies

This hands-on course is designed for people looking to enter an engineering apprenticeship or who are already doing some engineering work and would like to gain accreditation and a pathway to a full apprenticeship. During this course you will be introduced to a range of fundamental skills used in the engineering industry. This course can also provide credit into an engineering industry Australian Apprenticeship.

Upon completion of this course you will have developed knowledge and confidence in:

• welding
• reading and creating engineering drawings
• basic machining; fabrication
• use of basic hand and power tools.

During this course you will be able to undertake elective options that provide an introduction to an engineering occupation of your choice such as a fabricator or mechanical engineer (maintenance, diesel or workshop).

The course structure comprises the following core and elective units. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback.
To be awarded the 22470VIC Certificate II in Engineering Studies, a student must successfully complete a total of eleven (11) units of competency, comprising of:

• seven (7) core units, and;
• four (4) elective units, of which:

• two (2) elective units must be selected from the 22470VIC Certificate II in Engineering Studies qualification;
• two (2) elective units may be selected from any endorsed training package or accredited course provided they are consistent with the course outcomes and the AQF level of the qualification.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

Before starting your application, please read through the step-by-step VU Polytechnic application process to make sure you have all the necessary documents and information ready to successfully complete your application.

Before applying, you should consider whether you also want to apply for:

• Credit transfer/Recognition of prior learning (RPL): If you have significant experience or studies elsewhere you may be eligible for credit for some units of your course and not have to undertake them.