Engineering Patternmaker Courses
An Engineering Patternmaker creates patterns from materials like wood and polymers for various industries, requiring technical skills and precision.
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Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Engineering Patternmaker
Get qualified to work as a Engineering Patternmaker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
MEM40119
Become a qualified Engineering Patternmaker with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Patternmaking). This nationally recognised certificate is an engineering trade qualification and will teach you how to develop and manufacture patterns for production, using a range of materials. The course covers: workplace safety and sustainability, engineering measurements and computations, hand and power tools, work team communication, polystyrene patterns, wood patterns, polymer patterns, plated patterns, pro...
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MEM40119
Level-up your trade skills with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Casting and Moulding). This nationally recognised certificate qualifies you for metallurgy work as a casting and moulding tradesperson. Your course begins with an introduction to the hand and power tools, technical drawing skills, engineering measurements and computations you’ll be working with on a daily basis. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to fabricate the structural frames of wheels, large machines, heavy vehic...
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How much does an Engineering Patternmaker earn?
In Australia, a full time Engineering Patternmaker generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for an Engineering Patternmaker?
This industry has experienced a decrease in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 270 people working as an Engineering Patternmaker in Australia, compared to 440 five years ago. Engineering Patternmakers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become an Engineering Patternmaker?
If you’re planning a career as an Engineering Patternmaker, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Engineering (Patternmaking). This course covers a range of topics including workplace safety and sustainability, engineering measurements and computations, hand and power tools, work team communication, polystyrene patterns, wood patterns, polymer patterns, plated patterns and propeller patterns.
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An Engineering Patternmaker creates patterns for the production of materials in a range of industries. You’ll work with plans and specifications and make accurate measurements to mark out patterns. Engineering Patternmakers may use materials including wood, polystyrene and polymers. You might work across a range of fields or focus on a specific industry such as aircraft or automotive vehicles.
Engineering Patternmakers should have excellent technical skills and strong attention to detail. You’ll need be flexible and able to adapt your skills to suit a range of circumstances. Engineering Patternmakers must be safety focused and able to work as part of a team. It’s important you can perform your work accurately.
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