The Diploma is designed to train people to assist senior designers, production supervisors and professional engineers. The work may include drafting, design, production management, quality control, construction, on-site installation, commissioning, estimating, costing and purchasing.
The first year of the course is the Certificate III in Engineering Technology (Mechanical) to provide students with a high level of basic and advanced skills. These include marking out, use of hand tools, drawing, turning, milling and grinding.
Those students without strong passes in Science, Maths and equivalents to TAFE level Engineering Computing may need to undertake a bridging program comprising Mathematics, Communications and Science. Tradespeople who have completed their Certificate in Engineering may need to complete additional units not included in their trade. Some Post trade Certificate IV training can be credited toward the 600 hours training requirement of the Diploma.
There are an additional 200 hours of accredited practical training to be studied by entry students with no industrial or trade experience.
Additional practical units for students without industrial experience are:
- VBP773 Engineering Drawing and Sketching
- MEM1801 Use Hand Tools
- MEM1802 Use Power Tools
- VBP769 Basic Machining Processes
- VBP770 Basic Fabrication Techniques (Welding)
- VBP778 Produce Basic Engineering Components
About the Course
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Local Students
-
International Students
- National Code:
21621VIC
- Cricos Code:
062021D, 062020E
- International Fees:
A$10200 p.a.
Campus:
Heidelberg
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Completion of the Advanced Diploma may allow up to two years credit in a university degree program.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of these courses may gain employment in a range of industries covering special purpose machinery, material handling, drug, food & beverage production, automotive, petro-chemical, transport, pumps, fluid power, aerospace, construction, building services, air conditioning, stainless steel fabrication and aluminium fabrication. The majority of NMIT engineering graduates find employment in the manufacturing industry.
Entrance Requirements
International Students:
Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) with passes in Mathematics and Physics OR relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Assignments, Tests, Practical exercises and class participation.
Materials
International Students:
scientific calculator text books safety clothing.
Fees
You could be eligible for a government subsidised place if you meet the citizenship/residency requirements* and
- you are under 20 (on 1 January of the year you will be taking the course); OR
- you are applying for a qualification higher than the one you already have.
If you do not meet this criteria contact the department to discuss your options.
Students can now apply for VET FEE-HELP assistance to pay tuition fees for this course.
Please note:
*The fees listed below do not apply to students who commenced their studies at NMIT before 1 July 2010.
*The fees listed below do not apply to International Students (see About this course above).
* Students are still required to pay amenities and materials on top of the fees stated below.
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP**. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
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Code
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Subject
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Start Date
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Finish Date
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Census Date
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Hours
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Fees
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AUM5301
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Produce drawings manually
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40
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BSBPM406
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Apply communications management techniques
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40
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ICAITU006
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Operate computer packages
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60
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MEM 1.2
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Apply principles of OH & S
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20
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MEM 11.11B
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Undertake manual handling
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20
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MEM 12.1B
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Use comparison and basic measuring devices
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20
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MEM 12.23A
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Perform Engineering Measurements
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50
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MEM 12.24A
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Perform computations
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30
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MEM 12.3B
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Perform precision mechanical measurement
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20
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MEM 12.6B
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Mark off/out
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40
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MEM 13.14A
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Apply principles of OH&S in the work environment
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N/A
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MEM 13.2B
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Undertake OH&S activities in the workplace
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30
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MEM 14.4A
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Plan to undertake a routine task
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N/A
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MEM 14.5A
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Plan a complete activity
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40
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MEM 15.24A
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Apply quality procedures
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N/A
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MEM 15.2A
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Apply quality systems
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20
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MEM 16.6A
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Organise and communicate information
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20
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MEM 16.7A
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Work with other in a manufacturing engineering or related Environment
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N/A
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MEM 16.8A
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Interact with computing technology
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20
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MEM 17.3A
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Assist in the provision of on the job training
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20
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MEM 18.11C
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Shutdown and isolate machines/ equipment
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20
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MEM 18.15B
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Maintain tools and dies
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40
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MEM 18.1C
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Use hand tools
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20
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MEM 18.2B
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Use power tools hand held operations
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20
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MEM 18.3C
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Use tools for precision work
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40
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MEM 18.55B
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Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering Components
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30
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MEM 18.6B
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Repair/fit engineering components
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60
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MEM 5.13C
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Perform manual production welding
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20
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MEM 5.7C
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Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
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20
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MEM 6.3C
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Carry out heat treatment
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60
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MEM 6.7B
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Perform basic incidental heat, quenching, tempering and annealing
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20
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MEM 7.21B
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Perform complex lathe operations
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40
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MEM 7.5B
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Perform general machining
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80
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MEM 7.6B
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Perform lathe operations
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40
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MEM 7.7B
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Perform milling operations
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40
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MEM 7.8C
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Perform grinding operations
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40
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MEM 9.2B
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Interpret technical drawing
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40
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MEM18.18
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Maintain pneumatic components
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40
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MEM18.20
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Maintain hydraulic components
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40
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VBP228
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Apply mathematics to engineering problems
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40
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VBP230
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Apply scientific principles to engineering problems
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40
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VBP235
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Use computer aided drafting systems
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80
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VBP263
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Implement basic materials science principles
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40
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VBP265
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Implement mechanical drive systems
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60
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VBP267
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Set-up fluid powered controls
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80
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VBP275
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Operate and select a robotic system
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60
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VBP769
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Perform machining processes
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40
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VBP770
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Apply basic fabrication techniques
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40
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VBP773
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Produce basic engineering drawings
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20
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VBP778
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Produce engineering components
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60
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**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
You can apply for VET FEE-HELP if you’re a student studying in Australia who is:
- an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder who is resident in Australia for the duration of the unit of study VET FEE-HELP is being applied for;
- enrolled on or before the census date* of an eligible unit of study through an approved VET provider;
- meet tax file number requirements;
- have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit
VET FEE-HELP allows eligible students to have all or part of their VET tuition fees paid by the Australian Government in the form of a loan**, regardless of whether you are eligible or not for a government funded place under Skills Reform.
Over their lifetime, students can access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay their VET tuition fees, articulate into university and then add their university costs until the maximum FEE-HELP maximum is reached. There is no age restriction on VET FEE-HELP.
For further information, contact the department directly or for general information on VET FEE-HELP visit the DEEWR website and download the VET FEE-HELP Information Booklet.
NMIT Statement of VET Tuition Assurance
* If you have requested a VET FEE-HELP loan, but change your mind about studying, you must either cancel your Request for VET FEE-HELP assistance (in writing to NMIT) or withdraw your enrolment in each unit of study on or before its census date or you will incur a debt.
** A loan fee of 20% applies to all VET FEE-HELP loans
