TAFE Queensland
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Become a trade-qualified fitter or turner through practical hands-on training in mechanical engineering. This apprenticeship-based course combines workplace experience with classroom instruction to develop skills in manufacturing, repair, and maintenance of engineering components across diverse industries.
You must be employed and indentured as an apprentice with an employer to enrol. Employers must be able to provide necessary human and physical resources. You will be invited to complete a Skills Check assessment in English (recommended level 3), Maths (level 3), and Digital Technology (level 3). You must meet occupational health and safety requirements including wearing industry-standard protective clothing, safety glasses compliant with AS1338, safety footwear compliant with AS2210, and hair protection. Access to reliable internet and a computer with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended.
Core units include: Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering, Interpret technical drawings, Perform engineering measurements, Perform computations, Undertake manual handling, Plan work activities, Organise and communicate information, Interact with computing technology, Use hand tools, Use power tools/hand held operations, and Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices. Elective units cover mechanical cutting, brazing and silver soldering, manual heating and thermal cutting, metal arc welding (MMAW, GTAW, GMAW), heat treatment (quenching, tempering, annealing), general machining, lathe operations, milling operations, grinding operations, complex milling and lathe operations, boring machine operations, computer-controlled machine setup and editing, machine/plant installation, electrical/electronic measurement, precision mechanical measurement, marking off/out, emergency first aid, inspection, team operations, precision work tools, mechanical equipment maintenance and overhaul, bearing fault diagnosis and installation, precision fitting, mechanical drives and transmission maintenance, machine levelling and alignment, equipment condition monitoring, machine shutdown and isolation, mechanical seal installation, gland packing, and pneumatic/hydraulic system component maintenance.
TAFE Queensland is a leading vocational education provider with extensive industry connections and state-of-the-art facilities. The institution offers flexible training delivery options including workplace training, block training, day release, and online learning to accommodate working apprentices. With multiple campuses across Queensland and experienced engineering instructors, TAFE Queensland provides practical, hands-on training using the same equipment and tools used in industry, ensuring students develop job-ready skills and earn nationally-recognised qualifications.
Upon completion, you can work as a qualified Fitter or Turner in maintenance, repair, and modification roles across diverse industries including manufacturing, shipping, power stations, and machinery maintenance. Career progression opportunities include roles as an Engineering Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician, or advancement to Certificate IV in Engineering for higher-level positions. The qualification opens doors to employment in both large industrial operations and smaller specialist engineering firms.
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