Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade
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Course Notes
Applies to all Student Groups
- Successful applicants will commence at Certificate III level in Engineering unless they demonstrate the core competencies of Certificate III by having a Certificate III in the same or related area, or have sufficient work experience or are currently working in the area.
Expected Employment Outcome Example
TAFE SA offers pre-apprenticeship training that equips graduates with the skills to seek apprenticeships in mechanical trades such as fitter and turner, maintenance fitter, toolmaker, machinist, CAD drafter, and CNC operator. Graduates of the higher-level courses can enter career paths in process plant drafting, industrial automation and robotics, computer-aided or manual drafting, plant maintenance supervision, general engineering and technical positions such as research and laboratory assistants, technical inspectors, and quality control specialists.
Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
Skills Covered
Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade
Performing engineering measurements; performing computations; using graphical techniques and performing simple statistical computations; principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment; planning to undertake a routine task; planning a complete activity; applying quality systems; applying quality procedures; organising and communicating information; working with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment; interacting with computing technology; researching and analysing engineering information; communicating with individuals and small groups; interpreting specifications and manuals; reporting technical information; plus electives.
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Minimum Entry Requirements
Award - SATAC application process
Any one of:Note: more information on selection
Qualification/Certification
Successful completion of this course provides you with the:
Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade (MEM50105)
Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency within this Qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment.
Application Selection
Award - SATAC application process
- Applications for the 2012 Intake must be made through the centralised TAFE Admissions system via SATAC (South Australian
Tertiary Admissions Centre) by the advertised date.
- Applicants can make one application for up to six course preferences.
Note: You must be an Australian Resident to apply for this course. For International Students please visit International Courses.
Fees
Charges vary between courses and subjects and are based on a rate per hour. Concessions may be available to holders of certain government concession cards, and in some circumstances fees may be paid by instalment. A brochure detailing the refund of fees policy is available at each campus.
The standard TAFE SA fee for State Government-subsidised courses undertaken by students enrolled in two consecutive semesters is capped at $2,210 in 2011. This fee cap does not apply to all courses.
Students are generally expected to purchase their own textbooks, personal equipment, uniforms and stationery.
TAFE SA Pre Enrolment Information
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Note: The fees listed are subject to change at any time and do not commit the Institute to charging the fees indicated.
The information was accurate at the time of publication. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes
necessary.
Further Information
For further information about all TAFE SA Courses, phone 1800 882 661 or enquire online