Wodonga TAFE
Full time: 12 months; Part time: 24 months (for students with Certificate IV); 3 years (for students with no previous credits)
Master advanced CAD, 3D modeling, and technical engineering drafting with industry-standard software and design principles. Perfect for aspiring mechanical engineers, technical professionals, and those seeking higher education pathways in engineering.
You should have interest in developing skills and knowledge in an engineering-related field. A notebook or computer is required to complete Moodle tasks and project assessment work. You'll need to supply a geometry box (compass, set square, ruler, dividers, protractor, pencil, eraser) and a calculator. Previous qualifications in drafting or mechanical trades may count towards this diploma through recognition of prior learning, helping you progress faster.
The course covers industry-related mathematics and specialized drafting skills including engineering design calculations, drafting techniques specific to technical engineering domains, and detailed drawings adhering to engineering design principles and Australian Standards. Students learn computer-aided design (CAD) software to generate 2D detailed drawings, construct 3D models and assemblies of mechanical parts, and conduct analysis and create schematics for engineering sectors. Key topics include mechanical model preparation for computer-aided engineering, basic and advanced engineering detail drawings, 3D solid modeling, surface modeling techniques, technical drawing interpretation, work safety in manufacturing, technical mathematics, calculus applications, engineering mechanics principles, and environmentally sustainable work practices.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organization (RTO 3097) offering nationally recognized AQF qualifications with flexible delivery methods including face-to-face workshops, online tutorials, and blended study pathways. The institution provides optional industry placements with local employers, recognition of prior learning to accelerate progression, and experienced teaching staff who understand real-world engineering applications and employer requirements.
Graduates develop skills and knowledge to advance within engineering and related technologies fields, undertake more highly skilled work, or progress to further education. Career pathways include roles as mechanical engineers, technical engineers, CAD technicians, engineering drafters, and design specialists. The diploma provides a foundation for university pathways through credit recognition in programs such as ENG116 Introduction to CAD and Computing, ENG190 Mathematics for Engineers, and ENG120 Engineering Mechanics.