Diploma of Engineering - Technical

Not Applicable


Subjects

The minimum requirements for achievement of the Diploma of Engineering - Technical are:

completion of the five (5) core units of competency listed below, and

fifteen (15) elective units, to bring the total number of units to twenty (20).

Elective units must be selected as follows:

up to eight (8) general elective units from the list in Group A,

at least seven (7) specialist elective units from Group B, to bring the total number of elective units to fifteen (15).

Three (3) appropriate Group B electives may be chosen from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Diploma level. Note that the elective units listed below include all of the units that are approved for selection from the MEM05 Training Package for use in this qualification. This meets the NQC requirement that one sixth of the total units must be able to be selected from other qualifications in the same Training Package.

Note that when selecting elective units any prerequisite units must also be completed. Note that prerequisites can only count towards the number of electives required if they are listed in the groups below (refer to units and prerequisites listing in Appendix 2).

Additional qualification descriptors

The following additional descriptors are approved for use with this qualification: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Aeronautical, Avionic.

Core units

Select all of the units from this list.

Unit code

Unit title

add topic MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

add topic MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

add topic MEM30007A

Select common engineering materials

add topic MEM30012A

Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment

add topic MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Electives units

Group A - general electives

Select up to eight (8) units from this list.

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic MEM09002B

Interpret technical drawing

add topic MEM09202A

Produce freehand sketches

add topic MEM09203A

Measure and sketch site information

add topic MEM09204A

Produce basic engineering detail drawings

*

add topic MEM09205A

Produce electrical schematic drawings

*

add topic MEM09206A

Produce drawings for mechanical services

*

add topic MEM09207A

Produce drawings for reticulated services

*

add topic MEM09208A

Detail fasteners and locking devices in mechanical drawings

*

add topic MEM09209A

Detail bearings, seals and other componentry in mechanical drawings

*

add topic MEM09211A

Produce drawings or models for industrial piping

*

add topic MEM09212A

Produce detailed drawings of steel to non-steel connections

*

add topic MEM09213A

Produce schematic drawings for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems

*

add topic MEM09216A

Interpret and produce curved 3-D shapes and patterns

add topic MEM09217A

Prepare plans for pipe and duct fabrication

*

add topic MEM09218A

Participate in drafting projects for building services

*

add topic MEM09219A

Prepare drawings for fabricated sheet metal products

*

add topic MEM12024A

Perform computations

add topic MEM13013B

Work safely with ionizing radiation

add topic MEM15001B

Perform basic statistical quality control

add topic MEM16003B

Provide advanced customer service

add topic MEM16012A

Interpret technical specifications and manuals

add topic MEM16014A

Report technical information

add topic MEM18001C

Use hand tools

add topic MEM24001B

Perform basic penetrant testing

*

add topic MEM24003B

Perform basic magnetic particle testing

*

add topic MEM24005B

Perform basic eddy current testing

*

add topic MEM24007B

Perform ultrasonic thickness testing

*

add topic MEM24009B

Perform basic radiographic testing

*

add topic MEM30005A

Calculate force systems within simple beam structures

*

add topic MEM30006A

Calculate stresses in simple structures

*

add topic MEM30008A

Apply basic economic and ergonomic concepts to evaluate engineering applications

add topic MEM30009A

Contribute to the design of basic mechanical systems

*

add topic MEM30010A

Set up basic hydraulic circuits

add topic MEM30011A

Set up basic pneumatic circuits

add topic MEM30013A

Assist in the preparation of a basic workplace layout

add topic MEM30014A

Apply basic just in time systems to the reduction of waste

add topic MEM30015A

Develop recommendations for basic set up time improvements

add topic MEM30016A

Assist in the analysis of a supply chain

add topic MEM30017A

Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools

add topic MEM30018A

Undertake basic process planning

add topic MEM30019A

Use resource planning software systems in manufacturing

add topic MEM30020A

Develop and manage a plan for a simple manufacturing related project

add topic MEM30021A

Prepare a simple production schedule

add topic MEM30022A

Undertake supervised procurement activities

add topic MEM30023A

Prepare a simple cost estimate for a manufactured product

add topic MEM30024A

Participate in quality assurance techniques

*

add topic MEM30025A

Analyse a simple electrical system circuit

*

add topic MEM30026A

Select and test components for simple electronic switching and timing circuits

*

add topic MEM30027A

Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers

add topic MEM30028A

Assist in sales of technical products/systems

add topic MEM30031A

Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements

add topic MEM30032A

Produce basic engineering drawings

add topic MEM30033A

Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models

*

add topic CPCCOHS1001A

Work safely in the construction industry

add topic MEA101B

Interpret occupational health and safety practices in aviation maintenance

add topic MEA105C

Apply quality standards applicable to aviation maintenance processes

*

add topic MEA107B

Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications

add topic MEA108B

Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation

*

add topic MEA109B

Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance

*

add topic MEA270A

Lay out avionic systems

*

add topic MEA271A

Lay out avionic flight management systems

*

add topic MEA340A

Lay out and set up aircraft systems

*

add topic MEA341A

Apply basic aircraft design characteristics

*

add topic MSAENV472B

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic MSATCS301A

Interpret architectural and engineering design specifications for structural steel detailing

*

add topic MSATCS302A

Detail bolts and welds for structural steelwork connections

*

add topic UEPMNT419A

Perform Civil Drafting

Prerequisites:

Where a unit has prerequisites then those prerequisite units can only be used in the count towards the total number of units where they are listed in the table above.

Group B - specialist electives

Select at least seven (7) units from this list to bring the total number of elective units to fifteen (15).

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic MEM09011B

Apply basic engineering design concepts

add topic MEM09210A

Create 3-D solid models using computer-aided design (CAD) system

*

add topic MEM09214A

Perform advanced engineering detail drafting

*

add topic MEM09215A

Manage detail drafting projects

*

add topic MEM09220A

Apply surface modelling techniques to 3-D drawings

*

add topic MEM09221A

Create 3-D model assemblies using computer-aided design (CAD) system

*

add topic MEM09222A

Interpret and maintain or restore original drawings

*

add topic MEM09141A

Represent mechanical engineering designs

*

add topic MEM09142A

Represent mechatronic engineering designs

*

add topic MEM09143A

Represent aeronautical engineering designs

*

add topic MEM09144A

Represent avionic engineering designs

*

add topic MEM12005B

Calibrate measuring equipment

*

add topic MEM12022B

Program coordinate measuring machines (advanced)

*

add topic MEM12025A

Use graphical techniques and perform simple statistical computations

*

add topic MEM13010A

Supervise occupational health and safety in an industrial work environment

*

add topic MEM14001B

Schedule material deliveries

add topic MEM14002B

Undertake basic process planning

add topic MEM14003B

Undertake basic production scheduling

add topic MEM14081A

Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals to support design and development of projects

*

add topic MEM14082A

Apply mechatronics fundamentals to support design and development of engineering projects

*

add topic MEM14083A

Apply aeronautical fundamentals to support design and development of engineering projects

*

add topic MEM14084A

Apply avionic fundamentals to support design and development of engineering projects

*

add topic MEM15007B

Conduct product and/or process capability studies

*

add topic MEM15008B

Perform advanced statistical quality control

*

add topic MEM15010B

Perform laboratory procedures

add topic MEM15011B

Exercise external quality assurance

*

add topic MEM15012B

Maintain/supervise the application of quality procedures

*

add topic MEM18016B

Analyse plant and equipment condition monitoring results

*

add topic MEM22002A

Manage self in the engineering environment

*

add topic MEM22006A

Source and estimate materials

*

add topic MEM22009A

Manage technical sales and promotion

*

add topic MEM23001A

Apply advanced mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment

*

add topic MEM23002A

Apply calculus in engineering situations

*

add topic MEM23003A

Operate and program computers and/or controllers in engineering situations

*

add topic MEM23041A

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in mechanical engineering situations

add topic MEM23051A

Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in mechanical and manufacturing engineering situations

add topic MEM23052A

Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations

add topic MEM23061A

Select and test mechanical engineering materials

add topic MEM23062A

Select and test mechatronic engineering materials

add topic MEM23071A

Select and apply mechanical engineering methods, processes and construction techniques

add topic MEM23072A

Select and apply mechatronic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques

add topic MEM23073A

Select and apply aeronautical engineering methods, processes and construction techniques

*

add topic MEM23074A

Select and apply avionic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques

*

add topic MEM24002B

Perform penetrant testing

*

add topic MEM24004B

Perform magnetic particle testing

*

add topic MEM24006B

Perform eddy current testing

*

add topic MEM24008B

Perform ultrasonic testing

*

add topic MEM24010B

Perform radiographic testing

*

add topic MEM24011B

Establish non-destructive tests

*

add topic MEM24012C

Apply metallurgy principles

add topic CPPBDN5013A

Develop and collaborate on building information models for small-scale building design projects

add topic MEA272B

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations

add topic MEA273A

Select and test avionic engineering materials

add topic MEA342A

Apply basic aircraft power plant design characteristics

*

add topic MEA349B

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations

add topic MEA350A

Select and test aeronautical engineering materials

add topic MSACMC410A

Lead change in a manufacturing environment

add topic MSACMC610A

Manage relationships with non-customer external organisations

add topic MSACMC611A

Manage people relationships

add topic MSACMC612A

Manage workplace learning

add topic MSACMS400A

Implement a competitive manufacturing system

add topic MSACMS401A

Ensure process improvements are sustained

add topic MSACMS600A

Develop a competitive manufacturing system

add topic MSACMS601A

Analyse and map a value chain

*

add topic MSACMS602A

Manage a value chain

*

add topic MSACMS603A

Develop manufacturing related business plans

add topic MSACMT230A

Apply cost factors to work practices

add topic MSACMT260A

Use planning software systems in manufacturing

add topic MSACMT261A

Use SCADA systems in manufacturing

add topic MSACMT280A

Undertake root cause analysis

add topic MSACMT421A

Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system

add topic MSACMT430A

Improve cost factors in work practices

add topic MSACMT432A

Analyse manual handling processes

add topic MSACMT440A

Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment

add topic MSACMT450A

Undertake process capability improvements

*

add topic MSACMT451A

Mistake proof a production process

add topic MSACMT452A

Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing

add topic MSACMT460A

Facilitate the use of planning software systems in manufacturing

*

add topic MSACMT461A

Facilitate SCADA systems in a manufacturing team or work area

*

add topic MSACMT481A

Undertake proactive maintenance analyses

add topic MSACMT482A

Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy


Pathways...

    Not Applicable


Entry Requirements

Not Applicable


Licensing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, for employment at para-professional levels in the aeronautical and avionic fields in the Australian aviation industry, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) have requirements that must be met. Units designed to meet these requirements are included as electives in this qualification. Advice on the selection of electives to meet ADF and CASA requirements is given at the end of this qualification.


Employability Skills

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Read, interpret and analyse information on specifications, design briefs, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents

Research, organise, analyse and communicate complex information from reference texts, manufacturer's catalogues and industrial magazines, websites, use of phone, email and fax

Communicate effectively across a range of communication networks in the workplace, including attending meetings and facilitating small group discussions and meetings on relevant engineering and trade related issues, writing memos or letters, making telephone calls

Produce, interpret and analyse engineering drawings, charts and graphs

Prepare and disseminate verbal or written technical information, instructions, work plans, reports, specifications and other documentation

Identify, access, interpret and analyse trade related information in an enterprise, including quality documentation, equipment manufacturer specifications, engineering data sheets, production and maintenance records and national standards.

Use engineering terminology and language appropriate to the situation and target audience

Write technical or non-technical reports that include some level of analysis and/or research

Teamwork

Work alone or as part of a team that may include apprentices, other tradespersons, technicians, engineers and production personnel

Provide clear and precise information to team members

Delegate and supervise work where appropriate

Problem-solving

Analyse information and data from operations, processes, and test results including determining trends from graphical data

Develop solutions and recommendations to trade related problems based on analysis of data

Apply mathematical techniques and scientific principles to engineering situations (Including arithmetic, algebraic expressions with one independent variable, two-dimensional geometry, trigonometry, linear functions, basic quadratic functions, basic statistical methods and statistical process control)

Perform hazard and risk analysis

Initiative and enterprise

Be capable of applying trade-Related skills and knowledge in new and different situations and contexts

Apply statistical processes to make recommendations solutions for equipment and and process improvements or to improve sustainability of operations

Make modifications to work plans and schedules to overcome unforeseen difficulties or developments

Initiate significant modifications to plant and equipment that lead to desired changes in performance

Planning and organising

Organise, sort, categorise and sequence information

Select and use planning techniques and tools to plan, sequence and prioritise work operations

Prepare, monitor and review work plans, schedules, programs and budgets

Self-management

Carry out work within given timeframe, process and quality constraints

Carry out work safely and in accordance with company policy and procedures and legislative requirements

Monitor work to ensure compliance with legislation, codes and national standards

Learning

Use manuals, online help and other reference materials as required to research technical information and data suitable and appropriate for advanced trade and technician applications

Identify and consult appropriate personnel and technical experts or other reference sources to obtain/verify information

Provide and communicate information to other team members

Provide on the job training and monitor trainee progress

Maintain knowledge of relevant legislative requirements, codes and standards.

Technology

Use computing technology to access, input and store information

Apply engineering knowledge and principles

Search computer databases and internet for technical information and data suitable and appropriate for advanced trade applications

Inspect engineering plant, equipment and systems for optimum operation and undertake modifications as required