Metalworking Courses
Forge your path in metalworking with nationally accredited courses, honing practical skills essential for welding and metalwork.
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MEM30319
The Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM30319) is the qualification for trade apprentices working under qualified boilermakers or welders. Completed over 12 months, this national...
Job outcomes:
Brake Press Operator
Metal Worker
Blacksmith
Boilermaker
Fabricator
Beginner courses
If you're new to metalworking, these courses are a great place to start.
MEM20105
On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Welder
Metal Worker
The MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication) delivers a practical skillset in metal fabrication and welding, and will help you get technical roles in a wide range of industries. This nationally recognised training course also serves as a pre-apprenticeship qualification. The course covers: on-the-job safety and OHS standards, applying quality systems and procedures, working in a production and maintenance work crew, carrying out engineering measurements, understanding technical drawings, using hand tools, mechanical cutting and a range of welding techniques. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
MEM30305
On Campus, Workplace
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Possible job outcomes:
Blacksmith
Boilermaker
Welder
TIG Welder
Metal Worker
The Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (MEM30305) is for trade apprentices (boilermakers, welders, sheet metal workers) or anyone needing an entry point into metal fabrication and welding. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that will teach you how to work safely in metal fabrication — performing complex measurements, different welding processes, and working to quality standards.
Enquire now for information about electives, career paths, and opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 24 months.
MEM30319
On Campus, Workplace
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Possible job outcomes:
Blacksmith
Boilermaker
Welder
TIG Welder
Metal Worker
Fabricator
Brake Press Operator
The Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM30319) is the qualification for trade apprentices working under qualified boilermakers or welders. Completed over 12 months, this nationally recognised training course teaches professional level mechanical cutting, metal fabrication, and a wide range of welding processes. Students gain proficiency using hand tools, industrial machinery, taking measurements and performing calculations. Graduate ready to become a licensed tradesperson.
Enquire now for more information about enrolling an apprentice or trainee in the course and the opportunity for government subsidised training..
Average duration: 12 months.
Advanced courses
These courses are best suited for those already in this field who wish to progress their career.
MEM40105
On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Boilermaker
Welder
TIG Welder
Welding Instructor
If you’re working in metal fabrication (either as a trade apprentice or qualified tradesperson) why not grab a welding specialisation — the Certificate IV in Engineering (Welding) (MEM40105). You’ll increase your salary range and employability with this nationally recognised qualification. The course focuses on metallurgy principles and teaches how to perform gas tungsten arc welding, flux core arc welding, gas metal arch welding, and pipe welds.
Enquire now for the list of training centres and opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 24 months.
MEM40119
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Possible job outcomes:
Machinist
Hydraulic Mechanic
Hydraulic Fitter
Plant Mechanic
Mechanical Fitter
Boilermaker
Welder
TIG Welder
Welding Instructor
Workshop Supervisor
Become a trade qualified engineer with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering. This nationally recognised training course begins with basic engineering trade skills: reading technical drawings, taking engineering measurements, performing computations, working safely in engineering, planning and completing work tasks, using hand tools and computing technologies. You’ll then begin ferrous (and non-ferrous) melting and casting operations, testing foundry related materials, advanced welding to code standards, and other technical skills. Enquire now for the full list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
Job outcomes
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Government funding
The Australian government provides funding for students completing a qualification in high demand industries. To receive government funding, you need to find a subsidised course by an approved provider and make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
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