Adelaide Training & Employment Centre
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required for employment as a Mechanical Engineering Tradesperson within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries.
Delivery mode
Adelaide Training & Employment Centre offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 275 Grand Junction Road, Ottoway
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Be signed into an approved Training Contract with an employer through an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network
- Be 16 years or older for a standard apprenticeship training contract; or
- 15 years or older for a school based apprenticeship training contract
- Be an Australian/New Zealand Citizen or hold an eligible VISA.
- Have the ability to read, write and understand basic English and carry out basic mathematical calculations.
- Have the physical ability to perform practical fabrication skills.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade will prepare you for the following roles.
Machinist
A Machinist uses specialist machinery to create metal parts for a range of equipment. You’ll use technical drawings or set specifications to set up...
Plant Mechanic
A Plant Mechanic conducts repairs and maintenance on heavy machinery such as agricultural or industrial equipment. You’ll perform routine servicing...
Mechanical Fitter
Mechanical Fitters work with metal pieces to create products and machines. The role requires assessing the suitability of materials for different p...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Maintenance Fitter
A Maintenance Fitter creates metal parts used to maintain machines and equipment. You might determine needs and specifications and assemble and fit...
Workshop Supervisor
A Workshop Supervisor oversees the daily running of a production workshop. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure the workshop is running safe...
Paper Mill Worker
A Paper Mill Worker carries out various duties at a paper mill or pulping operation. You might be involved in transporting raw or processed product...
About Adelaide Training & Employment Centre
ATEC expertise covers the training of apprentices and specialised training for industry, school students, school leavers and the unemployed. ATEC offers a broad range of qualifications and courses across mechanical, fabrication, engineering production, general construction, electrical and community services areas.
ATEC has two industry focused skills training centres located strategically in the North Western and Southern metropolitan Adelaide.
