Chisholm Institute

MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade, you’ll have the skills required to work in the metals and engineering industry. During this course, you’ll learn about mechanical and thermal cutting, marking out, welding principles, fabrication, forming and shaping techniques, general machining, computing and computer-aided drafting, and workplace safety.

Delivery mode

Chisholm Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 121 Stud Road, Dandenong

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission requirements are completion of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2 - working level 3, for both literacy and numeracy, Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $20,889 $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:
$20,889
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$20,889
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Chisholm Institute to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 36 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $20,889 $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 Chisholm Institute

We are one of Victoria’s premier public vocational education and training provider, prominently placed across Melbourne’s south east manufacturing heartland and residential growth corridors.

We pride ourselves on our record of providing quality education and training that leads to real career outcomes. Our long-term success means you can trust that you’ll learn job ready skills, and earn a respected qualification.

We are a government-owned TAFE that offers over 250 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, bachelor and graduate certificate courses, with each course carefully structured to ensure that all of our graduates finish with the skills needed to further their career aspirations. We are a safe investment in your future.