Matic International College

MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering

Nationally Recognised Training

Certificate IV in Engineering

Course Description at Matic International College

The Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40119) with a focus on Welding and Fabrication is a specialized pathway within the engineering qualification. It is tailored for individuals who want to advance their skills in welding, metal fabrication, and related areas while preparing for supervisory or advanced technical roles in the industry.

Key Features:

1. Purpose:

Designed for tradespeople with experience in welding or fabrication who want to develop advanced technical skills and move into leadership or specialized roles.

Provides expertise in complex welding techniques, fabrication processes, and quality assurance.

2. Core Competencies:

Metal fabrication techniques (e.g., shaping, assembling, and finishing metal components).

Workplace safety and compliance (e.g., WHS standards).

Reading and interpreting complex technical drawings.

Supervisory skills, including planning, quality control, and leadership.

3. Electives (Welding and Fabrication Focus):

Fabrication techniques using modern machinery and tools.

Advanced welding processes and procedures for specific materials (e.g., stainless steel, aluminum).

Welding to Australian Standards (AS1796, AS2214).

Conducting non-destructive testing (NDT) for weld integrity.

CNC machine operation and programming (optional).

4. Job Outcomes:

Graduates of this qualification may pursue employment outcomes in the following roles:

  • Advanced Fabrication Technician (Structural)
  • Advanced Mechanical Maintenance Technician
  • Advanced Toolmaking Technician
  • CAM Programmer
  • Electrician
  • Fluid Power Systems Technician
  • Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
  • Mechanical Engineering Supervisor
  • Mechanical Engineering Technician
  • Pressure Welder

5. Duration:

“This qualification is offered with a duration of 104 weeks and 52 weeks.”

Entry Requirements

“There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification as per the training package, it is expected that learners are either tradespersons with access to structured on-the-job and off-the-job training or apprentices under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement or in their home country.

Matic International College (MIC) Entry Requirements:
→ Students must be 18 years or older at the time of enrolment.
→ High School completion (or equivalent) is required.
→ A registered USI (Unique Student Identifier) is required.
→ Students must demonstrate appropriate language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) capability to undertake the course requirements.”

English Language Proficiency

This course is delivered in English, and students must have appropriate LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy Proficiency and Digital Literacy) skills for the course level. Students must provide valid proof of English language proficiency (test date within the last 2 years) through one of the following:

  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System): Minimum overall score of 6.0
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English): Minimum overall score of 47
  • TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet-based test): Minimum overall score of 67
  • C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge English – Advanced CAE): Minimum overall score of 161
  • OET (Occupational English Test): Minimum overall score of 120

Students must demonstrate appropriate language, literacy, numeracy and digital (Language, Literacy, Numeracy Proficiency
and Digital Literacy)
capability to undertake the course requirements.

Exemptions:
Students may be exempt from providing proof of English proficiency if they meet any of the following criteria:

  • They are a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, or Ireland.
  • They have completed at least 5 years of study in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or Ireland.
  • They have completed senior secondary education in Australia in the last 2 years.
  • They have completed an AQF Level 4 qualification or higher in Australia in English within the last 2 years while on a student visa.

Pre-Training Assessment

All learners must complete an initial skills assessment to evaluate their suitability for the course and identify their individual needs. This course is physically demanding, involving the use of power tools, long periods of standing, bending, manual handling, and carrying equipment. Students should confirm their physical health and fitness, and inform MIC of any respiratory or physical conditions that could affect their ability to complete the course. A qualified assessor will determine course suitability and provide any additional support if required. This assessment ensures learners are fully prepared to meet the course demands.

Duration of the Course

“This qualification is offered with a duration of 104 weeks and 52 weeks.”

Packaging Rules:

To achieve the Certificate IV in Engineering, students must complete units totaling 132 points, which include:

  • All core units of competency, totaling 33 points.
  • Elective units of competency with a minimum value of 12 points from Group A.
  • Elective units of competency up to a maximum of 87 points from Group B, bringing the total to 132 points.

For detailed information, please visit the official training.gov.au website: Certificate IV in Engineering.

Mode of Study:

This course is delivered through three key components:

  • Face-to-face classroom sessions
  • Practical training and assessment in a purpose-built workshop that simulates an operational workplace environment 

This qualification is delivered through the following modes:

  • Face to Face (Physical) and Face to Face (Virtual)

Course Location

Level 1 620 Bourke St, MELBOURNE, Victoria 3000
Practical training conducted at MIC Workshops.

Vocational Placement

Students are required to undertake vocational placement as part of this qualification. The placement provides students with the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in a real workplace environment. Students must complete a minimum of 360 hours of unpaid vocational placement in an approved workplace. A vocational placement logbook must be completed and will be assessed by the college and workplace supervisor.

Prerequisites

Units of CompetencyPre-requisite Units
MEM16006 Organise and communicate informationMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM11011 Undertake manual handlingMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurementsMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM12024 Perform computationsMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM09002 Interpret technical drawingMEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM14006 Plan work activitiesMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 Use hand toolsMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18002 Use power tools/handheld operationsMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM13001 Perform emergency first aidMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM16010 Write reportsMEM14006 Plan work activities
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM16012 Interpret technical specifications and manualsMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM16008 Interact with computing technologyMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on-the-job trainingMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM12003 Perform precision mechanical measurementMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05037 Perform geometric developmentMEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006 Plan work activities
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05052 Apply safe welding practicesMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05062 Apply welding and welding related codes and standardsMEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05085 Select welding processesMEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cuttingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 Use hand tools
MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cuttingMEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05012 Perform routine manual metal arc weldingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05049 Perform routine gas tungsten arc weldingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05050 Perform routine gas metal arc weldingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05013 Perform manual production weldingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05056 Perform routine flux core arc weldingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05004 Perform routine oxy fuel gas weldingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05006 Perform brazing and/or silver solderingMEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM05090 Weld using manual metal arc welding processMEM05012 Perform routine manual metal arc welding
MEM05052 Apply safe welding practices
MEM05085 Select welding processes
MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006 Plan work activities
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 Use hand tools
MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM05091 Weld using gas metal arc welding processMEM05050 Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM05052 Apply safe welding practices
MEM05085 Select welding processes
MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006 Plan work activities
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 Use hand tools
MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM05092 Weld using gas tungsten arc welding processMEM05049 Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05052 Apply safe welding practices
MEM05085 Select welding processes
MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006 Plan work activities
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 Use hand tools
MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations

Delivery Arrangements

All structured activities are scheduled for 20 hours per week. Students will engage in theoretical training at the MIC Campus, practical training in purpose-built workshops designed to mimic an operational workplace, and complete a work placement where they can demonstrate their skills in a real-world setting. MIC incorporates various teaching methods, including trainer presentations, demonstrations, individual tasks, case studies, research, role plays, practical exercises, and group activities during face-to-face sessions.

Individual Study

Students must complete additional self-study activities outside of class to supplement their formal learning. These independent tasks, with minimal trainer guidance, include watching assigned videos, conducting research, answering questions, performing practical activities, writing reports on provided topics, reviewing assessment requirements, and engaging in self-reflection. These activities are an essential and mandatory component of the overall training program.

Learning Resources

Students will have access to all necessary tools, equipment, materials, and documentation, including relevant workplace procedures and product specifications. MIC will provide personal safety equipment (PPE) for use in the workshop, including steel-capped boots, welding gloves, masks, and overalls. The cost for these items will be included in the material cost at the time of enrollment. Alternatively, students may choose to bring their own PPE.

On shore course fees

 

What You Can Expect to Learn

Unit CodeUnit TitleCore/ Elective units
MEM09002* Interpret technical drawingCore
MEM11011*Undertake manual handling Core
MEM12023*Perform engineering measurements Core
MEM12024*Perform computationsCore
MEM13015Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering Core
MEM14006*Plan work activitiesCore
MEM16006* Organise and communicate informationCore
MEM16008* Interact with computing technologyCore
MEM17003* Assist in the provision of on- the-job trainingCore
MEM18001* Use hand tools Core
MEM18002* Use power tools/handheld operations Core
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Core
MEM05062* Apply welding and welding related codes and standards Elective
MEM12003* Perform precision mechanical measurement Elective
MEM16010* Write reports Elective
MEM16012* Interpret technical specifications and manuals Elective
MEM05004* Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding Elective
MEM05005* Carry out mechanical cutting Elective
MEM05006* Perform brazing and/or silver soldering Elective
MEM05007* Perform manual heating and thermal cutting Elective
MEM05010* Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques Elective
MEM05089* Assemble fabricated components Elective
MEM05012* Perform routine manual metal arc welding Elective
MEM05013* Perform manual production welding Elective
MEM05037* Perform geometric development Elective
MEM05049* Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding Elective
MEM05050* Perform routine gas metal arc welding Elective
MEM05052* Apply safe welding practices Elective
MEM05090* Weld using manual metal arc welding process Elective
MEM05091* Weld using gas metal arcwelding process Elective
MEM05092* Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process Elective
MEM05096* Weld using flux core arc welding process Elective
MEM07005* Perform general machining Elective
MEM12007* Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes Elective
MEM05085* Select welding processes Elective
MEM05056* Perform routine flux core arc welding Elective
MEM05072* Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process Elective
MEM05073* Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process Elective
MEM05074* Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process Elective
MEM13001* Perform emergency first aid Elective

Accommodation and Living Costs in Australia

Understanding the average living costs in Australia is crucial for students’ financial planning. The Study in Australia website offers detailed information on accommodation options and other living expenses. Please note that these costs are approximate and may vary based on individual budgets and spending habits. For more information, visit Study in Australia.

Additionally, the Department of Home Affairs outlines financial requirements for obtaining a student visa for Australia. Their website provides detailed guidance on estimating the funds needed for your stay. For more details, visit Home Affairs – Student Visa.

Credit Transfer

Before enrollment, MIC will assess each student’s prior learning, including formal (credit transfer), non-formal, and informal learning related to the Units of Competency for this qualification. This assessment helps determine the necessary amount of training. If Credit Transfer is granted, it may shorten the course duration. For more details.
For more details, please refer to the College’s Policies and Procedures page and locate the (Credit Transfer Policy / LLND Policy / Student Support Policy / Refunds Policy / Complaints and Appeals Policy / Deferral, Suspension and Cancellation Policy

LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy Proficiency, and Digital Literacy) Assessment

Before starting the course, enrolled students must complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy Proficiency, and Digital Literacy (LLND) Assessment at the Cert IV level. This helps MIC determine if additional LLND support is needed during their studies.
For more details, please refer to the College’s Policies and Procedures page and locate the (Credit Transfer Policy / LLND Policy / Student Support Policy / Refunds Policy / Complaints and Appeals Policy / Deferral, Suspension and Cancellation Policy

Unique Student Identifier (USI )

All new or continuing MIC students must obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to receive their Qualification or Statement of Attainment. For more information, visit USI Website.
MIC adheres to the Student Identifier scheme and will not issue AQF certification without a verified USI, unless exempt under the Student Identifiers Act 2014.

Student Support Services

Matic International College provides comprehensive Student Support Services to assist international students in adapting to life and studies in Australia. Students will receive a culturally relevant Orientation Program, offering essential information and resources to facilitate their transition. These support services are integral to MIC’s training programs and come at no extra cost to students.

For more details, please refer to the College’s Policies and Procedures page and locate the (Credit Transfer Policy / LLND Policy / Student Support Policy / Refunds Policy / Complaints and Appeals Policy / Deferral, Suspension and Cancellation Policy

Course Progress Monitoring Plan

Students must maintain satisfactory course progress. Matic International College monitors progress to ensure completion within the timeframe specified in the COE. If necessary, we will implement a risk intervention strategy. For more details, please refer to the policy on our website.

Refunds and Fee Protection

MIC’s Refund Policy outlines the conditions for refunds, including:

a) Refund terms and conditions
b) Student rights as a consumer, including a statutory cooling-off period of 10 business days.

For more details, please refer to the College’s Policies and Procedures page and locate the (Credit Transfer Policy / LLND Policy / Student Support Policy / Refunds Policy / Complaints and Appeals Policy / Deferral, Suspension and Cancellation Policy

Tuition Protection Scheme

In the event of provider default, the Tuition Protection Scheme (TPS) ensures international students can either:
  • Complete their studies with another course or education provider, or
  • Receive a refund of their unspent tuition fees.
  • For more information about TPS, visit https://tps.gov.au/Home.

    Course Suspension & Termination

    Student-Initiated Deferrals

    Students may request to defer the start of their studies or suspend their enrolment due to compassionate or compelling reasons.

    Provider-Initiated Suspension or Cancellation

    MIC may suspend or cancel a student’s enrolment for reasons such as a breach of the Enrolment Agreement or visa conditions. Students will be notified in writing of the intention to suspend or cancel their enrolment, including the reasons. They will receive a notice of intention to report and have 20 working days to access MIC’s internal complaints and appeals process.

    For more details, please refer to the College’s Policies and Procedures page and locate the (Credit Transfer Policy / LLND Policy / Student Support Policy / Refunds Policy / Complaints and Appeals Policy / Deferral, Suspension and Cancellation Policy).

    Complaints and Appeals

    Students can appeal any decision made by MIC through the Complaints and Appeals Policy and Procedures. For details, visit our website. If international students are dissatisfied with MIC’s internal process, they may escalate their complaint to the Overseas Student Ombudsman at https://www.ombudsman.gov.au/complaints/international-student-complaints international-student-complaints Access to these processes does not affect the student’s right to take action under Australian Consumer Law.

    Issuance of Certification

    MIC will issue AQF [Australian Qualifications Framework] certification only to students who meet the training product requirements specified in the relevant training package. Certification will be provided within 30 calendar days of course completion, contingent on full payment of all outstanding fees. For further details, please refer to our policy on the matic.vic.edu.au

    Application Process and Additional Information

    Apply directly to Matic International College by completing the application form available on our website.

    Contact Details:

    Email – info@matic.vic.edu.au
    Phone – 0435269929
    Address – Level 1, 620 bourke Street , Melbourne CBD, Victoria, VIC, AUSTRALIA, 3000

    Further Information:

    Matic International College does not engage third-party providers for the delivery or assessment of this course. MIC does not guarantee specific employment outcomes upon course completion, nor does it promise any migration outcomes or guarantee successful education assessments.

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