For many businesses, turn-key solutions are made possible by mechanical engineering and fabrication.

The knowledge and abilities needed to operate in the engineering and metals industries will be imparted in this course. In addition to learning how to build and fix steel and other metal buildings and products like boilers and storage tanks, students will also acquire skills unique to the sector, such as:

• Metal fabrication
• Forming and shaping techniques
• Forging
• Founding
• Structural steel erection
• Electroplating
• Metal spinning and polishing
• Sheet metal work
• Welding
• Mechanical and thermal cutting

Students who pursue studies in this area will be prepared for a range of mechanical engineering and fabrication services, from designing and building full business solutions to optimising current machinery and processes. Among the specialisations are:

• Boilermaker-Welder
• Metal Fabricator-Welder
• Metal Template Maker
• Structural Steel Trades Worker
• Special Class Welder

Equipped with this understanding, they are able to offer tailored solutions for specific needs. In Australia, there is a strong need for and room for mechanical engineers and fabricators, and students who study the fundamentals can have bright futures.

Course Offered

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade
• Certificate IV in Engineering
• Diploma of Engineering – Technical
• Certificate IV in Engineering + Diploma of Business

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Study Visa

Before applying for student visa in Australia, you must have:

• a valid passport for the duration of your study in Australia
• offer letter from the selected university/institution
• evidence of access to sufficient funds*
• evidence of Overseas Student Health Cover
• all other relevant documents listed on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection visa checklists.

Eligibility for Course

• Student must be of 18 years or older to be eligible for admission.
• Student must have completed year 12 or equivalent of Australian HSC.
• Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.

English Entry Requirement

Student must have minimum 5.5 Band overall (with no band less than 5.0) or equivalent Pearson Test of English (PTE). Please note that some providers may ask for higher English proficiency score for certain specializations.

ANZSCO Code: 323211-323215 And 323299 – Metal Fitters And Machinists

Visa Options For Immigration Per MLTSSL

• 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)
• 189 – Skilled Independent (subclass 189) – Points-Tested
• 190 – Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)
• 407 – Training visa (subclass 407)
• 485 – Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) – Graduate Work
• 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) – Family nominated
• 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) – State or Territory nominated
• 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) – Medium Term Stream
• 187 – Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme (subclass 187)

Specialisations Include

• Computer Numeric Control Setter
• Diesel Fitter-Mechanic
• Fitter-Machinist
• Fitter-Mechanic
• Maintenance Fitter
• Mechanic (Diesel and Heavy Earthmoving Equipment)
• Plant Mechanic
• Fitter Armament (Army)

ANZSCO Code: 322311-322313 – Structural Steel & Welding Trades Workers

Visa Options For Immigration Per MLTSSL

• 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)
• 189 – Skilled Independent (subclass 189) – Points-Tested
• 190 – Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)
• 407 – Training visa (subclass 407)
• 485 – Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) – Graduate Work
• 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) – Family nominated
• 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) – State or Territory nominated
• 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) – Medium Term Stream
• 187 – Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187)

Occupations Include

• 322311 Metal Fabricator
• 322312 Pressure Welder
• 322313 Welder (First Class) (Aus)/Welder (NZ)

Specialisations Include

• Boilermaker-Welder
• Brass Finisher
• Metal Fabricator-Welder
• Metal Template Maker