Bendigo TAFE

MEM31922

Certificate III In Engineering - Fabrication Trade

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This apprenticeship course provides the off the-job training component of a metal fabrication apprenticeship in the light/heavy fabrication/welding stream. You will learn the knowledge, skills and applications required to begin a career as a fabrication tradesperson.

Delivery mode

Bendigo TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Locations
  • 62-104 Charleston Road, Bendigo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $19,798 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$19,798
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$19,798
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Bendigo TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $19,798 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III In Engineering - Fabrication Trade will prepare you for the following roles.

Blacksmith

A Blacksmith uses heat to shape metal for a range of purposes. You might create new metal pieces to given specifications or you might perform repai...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Boilermaker

A Boilermaker uses steel and other metals to make parts and products for use in a range of settings. You’ll use technical drawings or other means t...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Welder

A Welder uses heat to join metal parts together. You might create new parts or pieces of equipment or you may perform repairs on existing metal str...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

TIG Welder

A TIG Welder joins metal together to repair metal parts or create new pieces, specialising in gas tungsten arc welding techniques. You’ll generally...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Metal Worker

A Metal Worker makes parts and products from metal including steel, iron, aluminium and copper. You might cut and shape metal and piece it together...

Avg yearly income $79,560
Entry barriers Low

Fabricator

A Fabricator creates parts and components from steel or other metals. You might create new pieces or perform repairs to existing products. Fabricat...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Brake Press Operator

A Brake Press Operator creates objects and pieces by shaping sheet metal using a brake press machine. You might specialise in producing particular ...

Avg yearly income $75,920
Entry barriers Low

About Bendigo TAFE

At Bendigo TAFE we welcome you to join us in any stage of your learning journey – whatever your age, background or career aspirations.

Our institute is a large, diverse community of staff and students. There are many people, resources and services available to assist and support you through your journey.

Bendigo TAFE has been transforming lives for more than 155 years. The institute has a rich history of providing education for local people and preparing them for work in local jobs.

Through a network of five campuses, we deliver a wide variety of vocational courses to over 9,000 students every year. Our state of the art facilities and exciting programs create a dynamic and welcoming environment for productive learning.

Our course content is designed to deliver practical and industry relevant skills that help get you into the workforce faster, upgrade your existing skills or prepare you for further study.

We collaborate with industry leaders to ensure our courses are relevant and up to date with the latest workplace practices.