Wodonga TAFE
5 months
This Certificate II in Engineering Studies provides a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to engineering and manufacturing trades. Designed for aspiring engineers and fabricators aged 16+, it builds practical skills in welding, machining, fabrication, and engineering drafting while preparing students for apprenticeships, traineeships, or entry-level employment in the engineering industry.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age to enrol. No prior engineering experience is required as this is an entry-level qualification. Students must supply their own safety boots and appropriate flame-resistant clothing for workshop activities (loose clothing is not permitted due to OH&S hazards). Classroom materials required include a calculator and writing materials such as pens and highlighters. A basic understanding of mathematics is beneficial but not mandatory.
The course covers a comprehensive range of engineering disciplines essential for entry-level employment. Students learn welding techniques including Manual Metal Arc (MMAW) and Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) processes, thermal cutting methods, and basic fabrication techniques. Machining modules cover tool and equipment safety, operation of cutting and turning equipment, and grinding processes. Engineering theory includes interpreting and preparing 2D and 3D engineering drawings, applying mathematics to engineering problems, and performing intermediate engineering computations. Practical modules focus on safe use of hand tools and power tools, occupational health and safety principles, and students complete an applied engineering project demonstrating real-world skills. The course also provides broader knowledge of the manufacturing and engineering sectors and employment pathways.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) offering industry-relevant qualifications with hands-on, practical training. As part of the Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE, it provides FREE TAFE courses for eligible individuals, making quality vocational education accessible. The institution has strong connections with industry partners and employers, ensuring curriculum relevance and employment outcomes. With experienced instructors and well-equipped facilities, Wodonga TAFE delivers nationally recognised AQF qualifications that prepare students for immediate workforce entry or progression to higher-level apprenticeships and traineeships.
Graduates of this Certificate II in Engineering Studies can pursue multiple career pathways in the engineering, manufacturing, and related industries. The qualification provides a foundation for apprenticeships in Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade or Fabrication Trade, and traineeships leading to Certificate III or IV qualifications. Career opportunities include roles as boilermakers, toolmakers, mechanical technicians, draftspersons, mechanical fitters, CNC operators, and machinists. With further study and experience, graduates can progress into engineering roles such as mechanical engineer, fabrication engineer, or electrical engineer. The applied engineering project completed during the course provides demonstrable experience valued by employers across manufacturing, construction, and engineering sectors.
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