Equip yourself for a career in the engineering industries. 

Improve your skills in

• CAD
• robotics
• advanced manufacturing.

You will learn a range of engineering skills including

• computer aided design
• application of materials science
• mathematical solutions to advanced engineering problems
• design mechatronics

We offer flexible learning that allows customisation to industry needs.

• Location:
  Industry, Off-shore and Sunshine
• College:
  College of Engineering and Science
• Study mode:
  Full Time and Part Time
• Delivery mode:
  Class Contact, On campus and Working in the Workplace
• Course code:
  MEM60111
• Duration:
  2 years
• This information is for Australian residents.
  Click here to search for courses available to non-residents

How to apply

• Advanced Technical Worker 
• Manager in Engineering

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in a prescribed range of engineering skills. This qualification prepares students to work autonomously within the engineering industry. Work is undertaken as a technician in the mechanical and civil stream of the Engineering industry. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in a prescribed range of advanced engineering skills, including computer aided design, the application of materials science, mathematical solutions to advanced engineering problems, as well as design mechatronics. Work is undertaken as an advanced engineering technician the mechanical and civil stream of the Engineering industry.

The minimum requirements for achievement of the Advanced Diploma of Engineering are:

• completion of the seven core units of competency listed below, and
• completion of 23 elective units, to bring the total number of units to 30.

Group A and Group B elective units must be selected as follows:

• up to eight general elective units from the list in Group A
• at least 15 specialist elective units from Group B, to bring the total number of elective units to 23

• Organise and Communicate Information

  Unit code

  MEM16006A

• Interact With Computing Technology

  Unit code

  MEM16008A

• Select Common Engineering Materials

  Unit code

  MEM30007A

• Apply Mathematical Techniques in a Manufacturing, Engineering or Related

  Unit code

  MEM30012A

• Participate in Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices

  Unit code

  MSAENV272B

• Perform Engineering Activities

  Unit code

  MEM22001A

• Manage Self in the Engineering Environment

  Unit code

  MEM22002A

• Perform Computations

  Unit code

  MEM12024A

• Perform Basic Statistical Quality Control

  Unit code

  MEM15001B

• Use Hand Tools

  Unit code

  MEM18001C

• Perform Basic Penetrant Testing

  Unit code

  MEM24001B

• Perform Basic Magnetic Particle Testing

  Unit code

  MEM24003B

• Perform Ultrasonic Thickness Testing

  Unit code

  MEM24007B

• Perform Basic Radiographic Testing

  Unit code

  MEM24009B

• Use Computer Aided Drafting Systems to Produce Basic Engineering Drawings

  Unit code

  MEM30001A

• Produce Basic Engineering Graphics

  Unit code

  MEM30002A

• Produce Detailed Engineering Drawings

  Unit code

  MEM30003A

• Use Cad to Create and Display 3D Models

  Unit code

  MEM30004A

• Calculate Force Systems Within Simple Beam Structures

  Unit code

  MEM30005A

• Calculate Stresses in Simple Structures

  Unit code

  MEM30006A

• Apply Basic Economic and Ergonomic Concepts to Evaluate Engineering

  Unit code

  MEM30008A

• Contribute to the Design of Basic Mechanical Systems

  Unit code

  MEM30009A

• Set Up Basic Hydraulic Circuits

  Unit code

  MEM30010A

• Set Up Basic Pneumatic Circuits

  Unit code

  MEM30011A

• Assist in the Preparation of a Basic Workplace Layout

  Unit code

  MEM30013A

• Use Basic Preventative Maintenance Techniques and Tools

  Unit code

  MEM30017A

• Undertake Basic Process Planning

  Unit code

  MEM30018A

• Develop and Manage a Plan for a Simple Manufacturing Related Project

  Unit code

  MEM30020A

• Participate in Quality Assurance Techniques

  Unit code

  MEM30024A

• Analyse a Simple Electrical System Circuit

  Unit code

  MEM30025A

• Select and Test Components for Simple Electronic Switching and Timing Circuits

  Unit code

  MEM30026A

• Implement and Monitor Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices

  Unit code

  MSAENV472B

• Represent Mechanical Engineering Designs

  Unit code

  MEM09141A

• Represent Mechatronic Engineering Designs

  Unit code

  MEM09142A

• Perform Electrical / Electronic Detail Drafting

  Unit code

  MEM09004B

• Perform Basic Engineering Detail Drafting

  Unit code

  MEM09005B

• Apply Computer Aided Modelling and Data Management Techniques to Mechanical Engineering Designs

  Unit code

  MEM09151A

• Apply Computer Aided Modelling and Data Management Techniques to Mechatronic Engineering Designs

  Unit code

  MEM09152A

• Program Co-Ordinate Measuring Machine (Adv)

  Unit code

  MEM12022B

• Use Graphical Techniques and Perform Simple Statistical Computations

  Unit code

  MEM12025A

• Supervise Occupational Health and Safety in an Industrial Work Environment

  Unit code

  MEM13010A

• Undertake Basic Process Planning

  Unit code

  MEM14002B

• Plan and Design Mechanical Engineering Projects

  Unit code

  MEM14061A

• Manage Self in the Engineering Environment

  Unit code

  MEM22002A

• Source and Estimate Materials

  Unit code

  MEM22006A

• Apply Advanced Mathematical Techniques in a Manufacturing Engineering or Related Environment

  Unit code

  MEM23001A

• Apply Calculus in Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23002A

• Manage Engineering Operations

  Unit code

  MEM22005A

• Source and Estimate Materials

  Unit code

  MEM22006A

• Manage Environmental Effects of Engineering Activities

  Unit code

  MEM22007A

• Manage Change and Technical Development

  Unit code

  MEM22008A

• Manage Technical Sales and Promotion

  Unit code

  MEM22009A

• Apply Advanced Mathematical Techniques in a Manufacturing Engineering or Related Environment

  Unit code

  MEM23001A

• Apply Calculus in Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23002A

• Operate and Program Computers and / or Controllers in Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23003A

• Plan and Design Mechatronic Engineering Projects

  Unit code

  MEM14062A

• Plan and Design Manufacturing Engineering Projects

  Unit code

  MEM14063A

• Plan and Design Maintenance Engineering Projects

  Unit code

  MEM14064A

• Apply Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals to Support Design and Development of Projects

  Unit code

  MEM14081A

• Apply Mechatronics Fundamentals to Support Design and Development of Engineering Projects

  Unit code

  MEM14082A

• Conduct Product and / or Process Capability Studies

  Unit code

  MEM15007B

• Perform Advanced Statistical Quality Control

  Unit code

  MEM15008B

• Exercise External Quality Assurance

  Unit code

  MEM15011B

• Perform Magnetic Particle Testing

  Unit code

  MEM24004B

• Establish Non-Destructive Tests

  Unit code

  MEM24011B

• Maintain / Supervise the Application of Quality Procedures

  Unit code

  MEM15012B

• Apply Basic Scientific Principles and Techniques in Mechanical Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23041A

• Apply Basic Electro and Control Scientific Principles and Techniques in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23051A

• Apply Basic Electro and Control Scientific Principles and Techniques in Aeronautical Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23052A

• Select and Test Mechanical Engineering Materials

  Unit code

  MEM23061A

• Select and Test Mechatronic Engineering Materials

  Unit code

  MEM23062A

• Select and Apply Mechatronic Engineering Methods, Processes and Construction Techniques

  Unit code

  MEM23072A

• Apply Scientific Principles and Techniques in Mechanical Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23081A

• Apply Scientific Principles and Techniques in Mechatronic Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23082A

• Apply Industrial Engineering Principles and Techniques in Competitive Manufacturing Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23083A

• Apply Mechanical System Design Principles and Techniques in Mechanical Engineering Situations

  Unit code

  MEM23091A

• Apply Metallurgy Principles

  Unit code

  MEM24012C

• Develop and Manage Sustainable Energy Practices

  Unit code

  MSACMT670A

• Develop and Manage Sustainable Environmental Practices

  Unit code

  MSACMT671A

• Ensure Process Improvements Are Sustained

  Unit code

  MSACMS401A

• Develop Workplace Policy and Procedures for Sustainability

  Unit code

  MSAENV672B

• TAFE: Successful Completion of VCE
• Year 12: Successful Completion of VCE
• International: IELTS: 5.5 or equivalent
• Mature: Minimum age of 18 and one year out of school