VICTORIA UNIVERSITY · AUSTRALIA
Certificate II in Engineering Studies
Certificate · Taught in en · UCAS 22632VIC
At a glance
6 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€4k
Tuition / yr
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Language
Certificate
Level
- Nationally recognised trainingAccreditation
- Access to a $44 million state-of-the-art trades hubFacilities
- Hands-on learning with industry-standard equipmentPractical Skills
- Pathway to apprenticeships and further studyCareer Progression
This hands-on course is designed to provide you with fundamental skills for the engineering and manufacturing industries. It's ideal if you're looking to start an engineering apprenticeship or gain accreditation for existing engineering work. You'll gain practical experience in areas such as welding, thermal cutting, reading engineering drawings, basic machining, fabrication, and using hand and power tools. This pre-employment course offers a strong foundation for a career in trades, and can serve as a pathway to further studies at Certificate III or Diploma level.
Curriculum
To achieve the Certificate II in Engineering Studies, you need to complete 9 units, comprising 8 core units and 1 elective unit.
- Year 1
- Safely use hand tools and hand held power tools for general engineering applicationsVU23475
- Apply occupational health and safety principles in an engineering environmentVU23481
- Interpret and prepare basic two and three dimensional engineering drawingsVU23477
- Perform basic machining processesVU23478
- Apply basic fabrication techniquesVU23479
- Report on the sectors and employment in the manufacturing, engineering and related industriesVU23476
- Year 2
- Perform intermediate engineering computationsVU23480
- Undertake a basic engineering projectMEMPE006
- Perform metal machining operationsVU23483
Careers
This course is designed as a pre-employment qualification to prepare you for entry-level roles in the engineering, manufacturing, and related industries. It can provide a foundation for securing an apprenticeship or for further study.
- Apprentice Engineer
- Manufacturing Assistant
- Engineering Tradesperson
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Fees
Tuition (international)Full fee (not subsidised): AUD $6,660 per year (indicative for 2027)
Tuition (home)Eligible students may be able to study for free under the Free TAFE program. Other fee types include Skills First subsidised ($1,128.50 tuition for 2027) and Concession ($255.70 tuition for 2027). Materials and Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF) may also apply depending on fee type and enrolment hours.
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Fees are indicative and subject to change based on individual circumstances and eligibility for government subsidies and concessions. Materials fees are charged per unit. SSAF is charged annually for non-academic costs.
How to apply
1. Register Interest/ApplyVisit the Victoria University website to register your interest or directly apply for the Certificate II in Engineering Studies (Course Code: 22632VIC).
2. Pre-training Review and AssessmentComplete a Pre-training Review (PTR) and a Literacy and Numeracy assessment. This helps determine your suitability for the course.
3. Eligibility CheckDetermine your eligibility for government subsidies like Free TAFE or Skills First subsidies, which can affect your tuition fees.
4. Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)If you have relevant prior study or work experience, you can apply for credit transfer or RPL through the application portal before enrolment. Supporting evidence and an administrative fee (for RPL) are required.
5. EnrolmentUpon successful assessment and application, you will be guided through the enrolment process.
Accreditation
This course is nationally recognised training.