Certificate II in Engineering Studies
Campus: Holmesglen, Moorabbin campus. Wednesday afternoons.
Assessment: Scored
Code: VENG
Engineers are interested in how things work and are employed to design, invent, create, maintain and improve everything from buildings to bridges and aeroplanes, to plastics and computers. This course aims to provide pre-employment training and pathways in the engineering manufacturing or related industries and accommodate entry into the wider engineering industry. It will provide you with a range of engineering skills such as Computer aided design 2D and 3D, Design principals, fabrication techniques and the use of hand and power of tools.
The course is designed to give you the technical knowledge and skills to design and create 3D engineering models using cutting edge software such AutoCAD and Inventor. As a student you will also be eligible to download the software for free. The course also gives you a balance of practical engineering skills to give hands-on experience on relevant engineering equipment such as a computer controlled plasma cutter, relevant machines and equipment.
Course Structure
- Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
- Use hand tools
- Undertake a basic engineering project
- Report on a range of sectors in the manufacturing, engineering and related industries
- Select and interpret drawings and prepare three dimensional (3D) sketches and drawings
- Perform basic machining processes
- Apply basic fabrication techniques
- Interact with computing technology
- Use power tools/hand held operations
- Perform intermediate engineering computations
- Create engineering drawings using computer aided systems
- Use 3D printing to create products
The course offers two streams – Fabrication and Technical. Students study the same units during year one and then choose their stream in the second year.
The course is a pathway to the MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering which can lead to employment as a junior draftsperson. Holmesglen receives numerous enquiries from employers as demand exceeds supply in this field. The course is also a pathway to university as it gives you an introduction to engineering degree programs by giving you the technical knowledge and a range of skills for relevant engineering fields.
Holmesglen Course Information
Assessment
Scored assessment is available for this study. Students wishing to receive an ATAR contribution for this study must undertake the scored assessment. Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence for this study will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR. (10 per cent of the lowest study score of the primary four).
Costs
It is anticipated the course costs for 2023 will be $850. Costs will be confirmed in October 2022 and an invoice sent to parents/guardians in November. Fees need to be paid in full prior to the end of the current school year in order to secure a place.