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Unspecified Code Trade Studies Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical
Unspecified Code Trade Studies Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical
4992
3101
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
To provide trade studies in the Metals and Engineering Trades.
To provide the theoretical basis and the development of skills and safe working
practices commonly found in the Metals and Engineering Industries,
supplementary to employer-provided work practice and on-the-job experience in
the industry.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Both student and total hours are notional and are guidelines for provider
management purposes only.
Instructors and students should be encouraged to take advantage of the
acceleration facility afforded by competency-based training.
In provider planning context:
1
a full module represents 36 hours
2
a half module represents 18 hours
3
a one and a half module represents 54 hours
4
a dual module represents 72 hours.
Schedule
1. CORE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86680 | NBB01 | Communication & Industrial Relations | 36 | Module |
| 86685 | NBB008 | Electrical Fundamentals | 36 | Module |
| 86683 | NBB006 | Machining | 36 | Module |
| 86681 | NBB002 | Occupational Health and Safety | 18 | Module |
| 86686 | NBB009 | Welding & Thermal Cutting | 36 | Module |
2. ELECTIVES
National Broad Based
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86734 | NBB04 | Computing in Engineering | 36 | Module |
| 86688 | NBB012 | Engineering Drawing Interpretation 1 | 36 | Module |
| 86689 | NBB013 | Engineering Science | 36 | Module |
| 86687 | NBB010 | Fabrication Techniques 1 | 36 | Module |
| 86684 | NBB007 | Hand and Power Tools | 36 | Module |
| 86682 | NBB003 | Materials Handling | 18 | Module |
| 86703 | NBB011 | Mechanical Components | 36 | Module |
| 86700 | NBB005 | Quality Concepts | 18 | Module |
3. ELECTIVES
Introductory Skill Modules
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86723 | NR021 | Automotive Airconditioning | 36 | Module |
| 86701 | NM008 | Engineering Materials | 36 | Module |
| 86969 | NE28 | Industrial Practice | 36 | Module |
| 86850 | NE206 | Interpretation of Instrument Drawings and Manuals | 36 | Module |
| 86691 | NF015 | Materials Science | 18 | Module |
| 86884 | NR023 | Principles of Gas Appliances | 36 | Module |
| 86714 | NR001 | Refrigeration Fundamentals | 36 | Module |
| 86875 | NR013 | Ventilation | 36 | Module |
| 86853 | NF62 | Welding Certificate Theory B | 18 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| M005 | MEM30298 | Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
(Mechanical Trade)