You can become a mechanical fitter and machinist with the Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining Trade) qualification.
This course is generally delivered as an engineering trade apprenticeship, under the guidance of a qualified tradesperson and with on the job training from your employer.
You'll learn the foundation skills of engineering work; including taking measurements, performing calculations and computations, using hand and power tools to suit different job requirements, operate a range of industrial machinery and precision tools, using computer technologies, and workplace safety.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter ZA) you will be looking at a trades career as a Mechanical Fitter, Hydraulic Fitter, Mobile Service Technician or a Marine Fitter in industries such as Mining, Defence, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing.
Gain these skills:
- work with pumps and hydraulics systems
- work with pneumatic systems
- work with mechanical drives and transmissions
- use workshop machines
- use hand and power tools
- arc welding
- thermal cutting
- measuring using instruments
- technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
- fitting of bearings, drive trains and couplings
- Levelling and alignment of equipment.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting) you'll be looking at a trades career as a metal machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in industries such as mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
The Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting) is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job employment and block training at North Regional TAFE.
Throughout this course, participants will be guided through the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance and service of all mechanical equipment, machinery, fluid power systems, stationary and mobile equipment, instruments, refrigeration, and the use of computer controlled machine tools.
Participants will learn how to perform some of the following tasks:
- Engineering measurements and computations
- Manual heating and thermal cutting
- Routine manual metal arc welding
- Routine gas metal arc welding
- Maintenance of machines and equipment
- Fault diagnosis
- Manual handling
- Handle a range of tools
- Dismantle, replace and assembly of engineering components
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter ZA) you'll be looking at a trades career as a Mechanical Fitter, Hydraulic Fitter, Mobile Service Technician or a Marine Fitter in industries such as Mining, Defence, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing.
Gain these skills:
- work with pumps and hydraulics systems
- work with pneumatic systems
- work with mechanical drives and transmissions
- use workshop machines
- use hand and power tools
- arc welding
- thermal cutting
- measuring using instruments
- technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
- fitting of bearings, drive trains and couplings
- Levelling and alignment of equipment.
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an engineering tradesperson – mechanical within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of mechanical trade work, including undertaking fitting, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, maintenance and service of mechanical equipment, machinery and the use of machine tools.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Industry Training & Workplace Services, offers Apprenticeships in MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade. The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of mechanical trade work, including undertaking fitting, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, maintenance and service of mechanical equipment, machinery, and the use of machine tools. ITWS can create individual training plans that cater to your businesses job requirements and needs. Our training organisation delivers apprenticeships over a 4-year period that closely aligns with the apprentice competency-based wage progression. Don’t hesitate to call us on 90227100 if you have any enquiries about this qualification.
Delivery location
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.