Advanced Diploma of Engineering
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Not Applicable
The minimum requirements for achievement of the Advanced Diploma of Engineering are:
completion of the seven core units of competency listed below, and
completion of 23 elective units, to bring the total number of units to 30.
Group A and Group B elective units must be selected as follows:
up to eight general elective units from the list in Group A
at least 15 specialist elective units from Group B, to bring the total number of elective units to 23
Note that when selecting elective units any prerequisite units must also be completed and count towards the required number of elective units (refer to units and prerequisites listing in Appendix 2, Volume 1).
Five appropriate Group B electives may be chosen from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Advanced Diploma.
Note that the Group A and B elective units listed below include all the MEM units that are approved for selection 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.
Additional qualification descriptors
The following additional descriptors are approved for use with this qualification: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Maintenance.
Core units
select all of the units from this list
Unit code | Unit title |
Organise and communicate information | |
Interact with computing technology | |
Perform engineering activities | |
Manage self in the engineering environment | |
Select common engineering materials | |
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment | |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective units
Group A - general
select up to eight units from this list
Unit code | Unit title |
Perform computations | |
Work safely with ionising radiation | |
Perform basic statistical quality control | |
Use hand tools | |
Perform basic penetrant testing | |
Perform basic magnetic particle testing | |
Perform basic eddy current testing | |
Perform ultrasonic thickness testing | |
Perform basic radiographic testing | |
Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings | |
Produce basic engineering graphics | |
Produce detailed engineering drawings | |
Use CAD to create and display 3D models | |
Calculate force systems within simple beam structures | |
Calculate stresses in simple structures | |
Apply basic economic and ergonomic concepts to evaluate engineering applications | |
Contribute to the design of basic mechanical systems | |
Set up basic hydraulic circuits | |
Set up basic pneumatic circuits | |
Assist in the preparation of a basic workplace layout | |
Apply basic just in time systems to the reduction of waste | |
Develop recommendations for basic set up time improvements | |
Assist in the analysis of a supply chain | |
Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools | |
Undertake basic process planning | |
Use resource planning software systems in manufacturing | |
Develop and manage a plan for a simple manufacturing related project | |
Prepare a simple production schedule | |
Undertake supervised procurement activities | |
Prepare a simple cost estimate for a manufactured product | |
Participate in quality assurance techniques | |
Analyse a simple electrical system circuit | |
Select and test components for simple electronic switching and timing circuits | |
Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers | |
Assist in sales of technical products/systems | |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | |
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
select at least fifteen units from this list to bring the total number of elective units to twenty three
Unit code | Unit title |
Perform electrical/electronic detail drafting | |
Perform basic engineering detail drafting | |
Represent mechanical engineering designs | |
Represent mechatronic engineering designs | |
Apply computer aided modeling and data management techniques to mechanical engineering designs | |
Apply computer aided modeling and data management techniques to mechatronic engineering designs | |
Calibrate measuring equipment | |
Program coordinate measuring machine (advanced) | |
Use graphical techniques and perform simple statistical computations | |
Supervise occupational health and safety in an industrial work environment | |
Schedule material deliveries | |
Undertake basic process planning | |
Undertake basic production scheduling | |
Plan and design mechanical engineering projects | |
Plan and design mechatronic engineering projects | |
Plan and design manufacturing engineering projects | |
Plan and design maintenance engineering projects | |
Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals to support design and development of projects | |
Apply mechatronics fundamentals to support design and development of engineering projects | |
Conduct product and/or process capability studies | |
Perform advanced statistical quality control | |
Perform laboratory procedures | |
Exercise external quality assurance | |
Maintain/supervise application of quality procedures | |
Analyse plant/equipment condition monitoring results | |
Manage engineering resources | |
Manage engineering projects | |
Manage engineering operations | |
Source and estimate materials | |
Manage environmental effects of engineering activities | |
Manage change and technical development | |
Manage technical sales and promotion | |
Apply advanced mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | |
Apply calculus in engineering situations | |
Operate and program computers and/or controllers in engineering situations | |
Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in mechanical engineering situations | |
Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in mechanical and manufacturing engineering situations | |
Select and test mechanical engineering materials | |
Select and test mechatronic engineering materials | |
Select and apply mechanical engineering methods, processes and construction techniques | |
Select and apply mechatronic engineering methods, processes and construction techniques | |
Apply scientific principles and techniques in mechanical engineering situations | |
Apply scientific principles and techniques in mechatronic engineering situations | |
Apply industrial engineering principles and techniques in manufacturing engineering situations | |
Apply mechanical system design principles and techniques in mechanical engineering situations | |
Apply automated systems principles and techniques in engineering situations | |
Apply plant and process design principles and techniques in engineering situations | |
Apply maintenance systems principles and techniques in engineering situations | |
Perform penetrant testing | |
Perform magnetic particle testing | |
Perform eddy current testing | |
Perform ultrasonic testing | |
Perform radiographic testing | |
Establish non destructive tests | |
Apply metallurgy principles | |
Lead change in a manufacturing environment | |
Manage relationships with non-customer external organisations | |
Manage people relationships | |
Manage workplace learning | |
Implement a competitive manufacturing system | |
Ensure process improvements are sustained | |
Develop a competitive manufacturing system | |
Analyse and map a value chain | |
Manage a value chain | |
Develop manufacturing related business plans | |
MSACMS604 | Manage competitive manufacturing processes in a jobbing shop environment |
Apply cost factors to work practices | |
Use planning software systems in manufacturing | |
Use SCADA systems in manufacturing | |
Undertake root cause analysis | |
Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system | |
Improve cost factors in work practices | |
Analyse manual handling processes | |
Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment | |
Undertake process capability improvements | |
Mistake proof a production process | |
Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing | |
Facilitate the use of planning software systems in manufacturing | |
Facilitate SCADA systems in a manufacturing team or work area | |
Undertake proactive maintenance analyses | |
Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy | |
Develop quick changeover procedures | |
Develop a Just in Time (JIT) system | |
MSACMT622 | Design a process layout |
MSACMT623 | Develop a levelled pull system of manufacturing |
Optimise cost of product | |
Undertake value analysis of product costs in terms of customer requirements | |
Manage 5S system in a manufacturing environment | |
Determine and improve process capability | |
MSACMT652 | Design an experiment |
Develop the application of enterprise systems in manufacturing | |
Determine and establish information collection requirements and processes | |
Develop and manage sustainable energy practices | |
Develop and manage sustainable environmental practices | |
Facilitate the development of a new product | |
Develop a proactive maintenance strategy | |
Adapt a proactive maintenance strategy for a seasonal or cyclical manufacturing operation | |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | |
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. |
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for this qualification can also be met by holders of the MEM30505 Certificate III in Engineering -Technical or the MEM50205 Diploma of Engineering - Technical or equivalent subject to the completion of the specified Core units of competency as well as the additional elective units drawn from Group B.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY | |
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | Read, interpret and follow information on legislative and regulatory requirements, codes of practice, specifications, design briefs, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents Access, organise and communicate information from reference texts, manufacturer's catalogues and industrial magazines, websites, use of phone, email and fax Negotiate, develop, implement and document work instructions, outcomes and performance measures Communicate complex ideas through presentations, meetings and one on one communication Prepare reports, graphics, specifications and other documentation Use standard engineering drawing symbols, references, terminology and scientific notation Consult and advise internal and external clients to ensure clarification of requirements for projects or operations Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and others to confirm specifications and discuss alternatives Research, evaluate and report information on systems, techniques, requirements, options and solutions. |
Teamwork | Work alone or as part of single and multi-disciplinary teams that includes other para-professionals, professionals, trades and production personnel Provide clear and precise information to team members Negotiate and communicate with stakeholders Continually monitor and review team performance Delegate and supervise work where appropriate |
Problem-solving | Analyse and evaluate information to determine requirements, strategies and solutions (including benefit/cost analysis) Apply and manipulate 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, significant figures) Evaluate and rank engineering options Evaluate environmental and sustainability performance of equipment and processes and make recommendations for improvements Perform hazard and risk analysis Identify and select common engineering materials by their principal properties Diagnose performance and process problems |
Initiative and enterprise | Be capable of applying skils and knowledge in new and different situations and contexts Use judgement and discretion Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation Generate innovative and creative ideas, approaches and solutions |
Planning and organising | Design and plan documentation for particular applications Plan and sequence work operations Manage work priorities and resources Prepare, monitor and review work plans, programs and budgets Identify requirements and manage processes to ensure adequate resourcing, programming, maintenance and training for operations |
Self-management | Manage own time and own processes Complete tasks in a competent and timely manner Set personal goals and plans Gain and use feedback to improve personal performance Address all legislation, codes and standards related to safety, environmental impact and sustainability issues |
Learning | Undertake research by consulting appropriate personnel, technical experts, manuals, online help and other reference materials as required Evaluate career options and develop career path strategy Review and maintain academic development, work experience, ethical practice, indemnity, negotiation, consultation and human relations with respect to the practice of engineering Manage learning opportunities in and outside the workplace Mentor others Identify options for professional development opportunities |
Technology | Apply engineering knowledge and principles Select and apply engineering techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware Use technology appropriately to manage work priorities and commitments Use a CAD program, computer and peripherals |