Certificate IV in Engineering
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Certificate IV in Engineering has been specifically developed for engineering tradespersons or apprentices in an engineering trade who wish to study at a higher level during their apprenticeship. The course allows students to develop skills to advance to positions of responsibility in manufacturing industries. Students select one specialisation from Fabrication; Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining; or Maintenance and Fluid Power.
This course is in transition
The course code, title, units and content could be updated in the future. You'll receive further information on our website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your studies. To discuss your study options now, contact us.
Duration
2 years full-time (no previous qualifications); 2 years part-time (if already completed a Certificate III in Engineering)
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time (day),
- Part-time (evening)
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Study this course for free in 2023
You could have your tuition fees covered in 2023 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative.
Free TAFE for Priority Courses is available if you are under 20 years old, or enrolling in a course at a higher level than you have completed before.
If you don't tick either of these boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too. The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.
Course information in detail
- Course detail and units of study.
Course description
The Certificate IV in Engineering is offered in three streams: Fabrication; CNC Machining; Maintenance Fluid Power. This course has been specifically developed by Swinburne to be delivered to people interested in learning advanced skills in engineering with the aim to undertake positions of responsibility in in a wide variety of manufacturing and related industries. This course also offers a pathway progression for apprentices in an engineering trade who choose to study at a higher level either during their apprenticeship or at the end.
The CNC Machining stream provides students with the knowledge and skills in CNC technology to safely operate and program CNC machines. Students learn how to produce machined components to a high degree of accuracy in a workshop environment using milling machines, CNC lathes and CNC machining centres.
- CNC machining and programming
- 3D CAD modelling
- 3D CAM machining
- Hydraulics systems
- Pneumatic systems
- PLC maintenance
- Advanced welding - MIG, TIG
Units of study
Fabrication stream
Apply welding principles (MEM05026C) (40 hours)
Perform welds to code standards using flux core arc welding process (MEM05042B) (60 hours)
Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process (MEM05043B) (60 hours)
Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process (MEM05044B) (60 hours)
Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process (MEM05045B) (60 hours)
Perform welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process (MEM05046B) (60 hours)
Select welding processes (MEM05051A) (20 hours)
Apply safe welding practices (MEM05052A) (40 hours)
Perform basic heat treatment (MEM06007B) (20 hours)
Program multiple spindle and/or multiple axis NC/CNC machining centre (MEM07020C) (20 hours)
Create 2D drawings using computer-aided design system (MEM09009C) (80 hours)
Create 3D models using computer-aided design system (MEM09010C) (40 hours)
Create 2D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system (MEM09022A) (40 hours)
Create 3D code files using computer-aided manufacturing system (MEM09023A) (60 hours)
Set computer-controlled machines/processes (MEM07015B) (20 hours)
Set and edit computer-controlled machines/processes (MEM07016C) (40 hours)
Write basic NC/CNC programs (MEM07018C) (40 hours)
Program CNC wire cut machines (MEM07022C) (20 hours)
Operate and monitor machine/process (MEM07024B) (40 hours)
Operate computer-controlled machines/processes (MEM07028B) (20 hours)
Maintenance Fluid Power stream
Perform levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components (MEM18009B) (40 hours)
Maintain pneumatic systems (MEM18019B) (40 hours)
Maintain hydraulic systems (MEM18021B) (40 hours)
Install machine / plant (MEM10006B) (40 hours)
Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment (MEM18004B) (40 hours)
Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies (MEM18007B) (40 hours)
Maintain pneumatic system components (MEM18018C) (40 hours)
Maintain hydraulic system components (MEM18020B) (40 hours)
Maintain fluid power controls (MEM18022B) (80 hours)
Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters (MEM10004B) (20 hours)
Commission programmable controller programs (MEM10005B) (40 hours)
Terminate and connect electrical wiring (MEM10002B) (30 hours)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Entry requirements
Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s successful completion of Year 12 or Certificate III qualification and/or relevant work history (at least 6 months work experience). Some additional criteria may also apply.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059