| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
| 2024-09-30 | - |
Program Overview
This program provides comprehensive training in manufacturing and engineering fundamentals, including core units in safety, tools, measurements, and communication. Students can specialize in Fabrication, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining, or Maintenance and Fluid Power, gaining practical skills in welding, machining, and maintenance. The program prepares individuals for careers in various technical fields, such as welding, toolmaking, and plant mechanics.
Program Outline
Outline:
Core Units:
- Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
- Use hand tools
- Use power tools/hand held operations
- Perform engineering measurements
- Interpret technical drawing
- Undertake manual handling
- Perform computations
- Plan work activities
- Organise and communicate information
- Interact with computing technology
- Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
- Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Elective Units:
Fabrication Specialisation:
- Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
- Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping
- Perform sheet and plate assembly
- Carry out mechanical cutting
- Select welding processes
- Apply safe welding practices
- Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes
- Perform geometric development
- Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
- Perform automated thermal cutting
- Assemble fabricated components
- Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications
- Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
- Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
- Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
- Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process
- Perform routine gas metal arc welding
- Weld using gas metal arc welding process
- Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process
- Perform routine manual metal arc welding
- Weld using manual metal arc welding process
- Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process
- Weld using flux core arc welding process
- Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process
- Perform routine flux core arc welding
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining Specialisation:
- Set computer controlled machines and processes
- Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes
- Write basic NC and CNC programs
- Program NC and CNC machining centre
- Program multiple spindle and multiple axis NC and CNC machining centre
- Operate and monitor machine and process
- Operate computer controlled machines and processes
- Prepare basic engineering drawing
- Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system
- Create 3-D models using computer-aided design system
- Create 2-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system
- Create 3-D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system
- Perform precision mechanical measurement
- Perform general machining
Maintenance and Fluid Power Specialisation:
- Perform lathe operations
- Perform milling operations
- Perform grinding operations
- Perform complex lathe operations
- Mark off/out (general engineering)
- Use tools for precision work
- Perform precision fitting of engineering components
- Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
- Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing
- Maintain pneumatic system components
- Maintain pneumatic systems
- Maintain hydraulic system components
- Maintain hydraulic systems
Careers:
- Welding technician
- Toolmaking
- Mechatronics technician
- Marine electronics technician
- Plant mechanics technician
- Clock services and repair technician
Swinburne University of Technology
Overview:
Swinburne University of Technology is a public university located in Melbourne, Australia. It is known for its strong industry connections and focus on real-world learning experiences. Swinburne offers a wide range of academic programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as vocational education and training. The university is also a leader in online education, providing flexible learning options for students.
Services Offered:
Swinburne offers a comprehensive range of services to support students, including:
Student support services:
This includes academic support, health and wellbeing services, financial advice, and support for international students.Work integrated learning:
Swinburne provides opportunities for students to gain real-world experience through placements, internships, and industry-linked projects.Study abroad:
Students can choose to study abroad at one of Swinburne's partner universities.Careers and employment services:
Swinburne offers career advice, job search assistance, and workshops to help students prepare for their future careers.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Swinburne provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for students. The university has a strong focus on student engagement and offers a range of clubs, societies, and events. Students can also enjoy access to a variety of facilities, including a library, sports facilities, and student accommodation.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Industry connections:
Swinburne has strong partnerships with industry, providing students with access to real-world learning opportunities.Work integrated learning:
Swinburne's guaranteed work integrated learning program ensures that students gain valuable industry experience.Innovative learning:
Swinburne is a leader in online education and uses innovative technologies to deliver its courses.World-class facilities:
Swinburne has state-of-the-art facilities, including the Australian Synchrotron and the Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre.Research with impact:
Swinburne's researchers are dedicated to driving economic and social impact through their work.Academic Programs:
Swinburne offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Aviation
Built Environment and Architecture
Business
Design
Education
Engineering
Film and Television
Games and Animation
Health
Information Technology
Law
Media and Communication
Nursing
Psychology
Science
Trades and Apprenticeships
Other:
Swinburne is a leading university in Australia and is recognized for its commitment to innovation, research, and student success. The university is also committed to sustainability and social responsibility.
Entry Requirements:
While there is no qualification entry requirement, it is assumed that the learner is either already a tradesperson with access to structured on and off-the-job training or is an apprentice under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement. It should not be used as a pre-employment or pre-apprenticeship program. It is specifically designed to cover the skills and knowledge required of workers employed as Engineering/Manufacturing Tradesperson – Special Class Level II as defined in the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award.
