Engineering - Fabrication Trade RPL

Engineering - Fabrication Trade
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    Engineering - Fabrication Trade RPL COURSE OVERVIEW

    About The Certificate

    The Engineering - Fabrication Trade Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program is designed to recognize and assess the skills and knowledge required for an engineering tradesperson specializing in fabrication within metal, engineering, manufacturing, and related industries. This qualification aims to establish a recognized skills profile aligned with trade work as an Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication in the industry.

    Key skills and knowledge areas typically covered in this program include:

    1. Metal Fabrication Techniques: Proficiency in various metal fabrication techniques such as cutting, welding, bending, and shaping metal components using tools and machinery.
    2. Reading and Interpreting Engineering Drawings: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to understand fabrication requirements.
    3. Material Selection and Handling: Knowledge of different types of metals, alloys, and materials used in fabrication, along with proper handling, storage, and preparation techniques.
    4. Welding and Joining Processes: Competence in welding and joining processes such as MIG welding, TIG welding, arc welding, and spot welding, ensuring structural integrity and quality of fabricated components.
    5. Quality Control and Inspection: Understanding of quality control measures, inspection techniques, and adherence to industry standards and regulations to ensure fabricated products meet specifications and safety requirements.
    6. Safety and Compliance: Adherence to safety protocols, procedures, and regulations while working with fabrication tools, equipment, and materials to maintain a safe working environment.
    7. Fabrication Machinery Operation: Operating and maintaining fabrication machinery and equipment such as cutting machines, welding equipment, bending machines, and CNC machinery to achieve accurate and precise fabrication outcomes.
    8. Problem-solving and Troubleshooting: Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve fabrication-related issues, defects, or challenges during the fabrication process.

    Candidates pursuing this RPL program should demonstrate practical experience and competency in these key areas through their industry experience, training, and successful completion of relevant projects or tasks within the fabrication trade.

    Scope Of Work

    The responsibilities within the Engineering - Fabrication Trade are diverse and require a range of technical skills. Here is a breakdown of the key tasks typically involved in this role:

    1. Engineering Measurements: Accurately measure and assess dimensions, angles, and other parameters related to fabrication projects using precision tools and instruments.
    2. Computations: Perform calculations and numerical analyses related to fabrication tasks, such as determining material quantities, dimensions, and tolerances.
    3. Soft Soldering: Joining metal components using soft soldering techniques, which involve melting a filler material (solder) with a lower melting point than the base metal.
    4. Oxy Fuel Gas Welding: Utilize oxy-fuel gas welding equipment to join metals by heating them to their melting point and applying a filler material.
    5. Mechanical Cutting: Perform mechanical cutting operations using tools such as saws, shears, or abrasive cutting equipment to shape metal components.
    6. Brazing and/or Silver Soldering: Join metal parts using brazing or silver soldering techniques, which involve melting a filler metal with a higher melting point than soft solder but lower than the base metal.
    7. Manual Heating and Thermal Cutting: Apply heat-based cutting methods, such as manual heating with a torch or thermal cutting techniques, to cut and shape metal components.
    8. Advanced Manual Thermal Cutting: Use advanced thermal cutting methods like gouging and shaping to achieve specific shapes and contours in metal fabrication.
    9. Fabrication, Forming, and Shaping Techniques: Employ various fabrication, forming, and shaping techniques to create metal structures, components, or assemblies according to design specifications.
    10. Assembling Fabricated Components: Assemble and fit fabricated components together using welding, fastening, or adhesive bonding methods to create finished products or structures.
    11. Monitoring Quality: Ensure the quality of production welding and fabrications by inspecting completed work for defects, adherence to specifications, and structural integrity.

    These responsibilities highlight the hands-on nature of the Engineering - Fabrication Trade, where skilled tradespersons are adept at working with metals, tools, and equipment to fabricate, join, and shape components used in various industrial and manufacturing applications.

    Experience Requirement

    To fulfill the requirements for the Engineering - Fabrication Trade Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program, candidates need a minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant industry experience in Metal Fabrication/Welding work. This experience should cover a diverse range of tasks and be acquired while working under the guidance of a licensed professional within the Metal Fabrication/Welding field.

    The emphasis is on gaining hands-on experience and actively participating in various metal fabrication and welding tasks. This practical experience is crucial for developing the skills and knowledge required for the Engineering - Fabrication Trade. Working closely with a licensed expert provides valuable mentorship and ensures that candidates learn industry best practices, safety protocols, and technical skills applicable to metal fabrication and welding.

    Overall, the combination of practical experience, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of tasks prepares candidates to demonstrate competency and proficiency in the Engineering - Fabrication Trade, as required for successful completion of the RPL program.

    Eligibility

    • ID
    • Resume
    • Letter of Employment
    • Current employment contracts
    • Referee Testimonial
    • Videos and photos
    • Evidence of overseas qualifications
    • Transcripts or assessments from related previous qualifications
    • Apprenticeship papers

    Regulatory Licensing Requirement

    According to NSW Fair Trading, tradies who specialise in Metal Fabrication and are looking to apply for a license must have the relevant industry knowledge and experience and have completed one of the following qualifications:

    • MEM30319 - Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or
    • CPC31120 - Certificate III in Steel Fixing or
    • CPC30320 - Certificate III in Concreting

    For information on the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade and for the full list of units of competency, please visit training.gov.au

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    Summary

    Program:
    Engineering - Fabrication Trade
    Location:
    Online, Australia Wide
    Career Outcome:
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