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To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

12 core units
74 elective units available to choose from

Units of Competency (86 total)

Core Units (12)

Code	Title
MEM09002	Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011	Undertake manual handling
MEM12023	Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024	Perform computations
MEM13015	Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006	Plan work activities
MEM16006	Organise and communicate information
MEM16008	Interact with computing technology
MEM17003	Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
MEM18001	Use hand tools
MEM18002	Use power tools/hand held operations
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective Units (74)

Code	Title	Group
MEM05004	Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding
MEM05005	Carry out mechanical cutting
MEM05006	Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
MEM05007	Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
MEM05012	Perform routine manual metal arc welding
MEM05049	Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05050	Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM05095	Weld using flame powder spraying
MEM06007	Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing
MEM07002	Perform precision shaping/planing/slotting operations
MEM07005	Perform general machining
MEM07006	Perform lathe operations
MEM07007	Perform milling operations
MEM07008	Perform grinding operations
MEM07009	Perform precision jig boring operations
MEM07010	Perform tool and cutter grinding operations
MEM07011	Perform complex milling operations
MEM07012	Perform complex grinding operations
MEM07013	Perform machining operations using horizontal and vertical boring machines
MEM07014	Perform electro-discharge machining (EDM) operations
MEM07015	Set computer controlled machines and processes
MEM07016	Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes
MEM07021	Perform complex lathe operations
MEM07030	Perform basic metal spinning lathe operations
MEM07031	Perform complex metal spinning lathe operations
MEM07032	Use workshop machines for basic operations
MEM07040	Set multistage integrated processes
MEM08010	Manually finish/polish materials
MEM08011	Prepare surfaces using solvents and/or mechanical means
MEM08014	Apply protective coatings (basic)
MEM09003	Prepare basic engineering drawing
MEM09011	Apply basic engineering design concepts
MEM10002	Terminate and connect electrical wiring
MEM10004	Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters
MEM10005	Commission programmable controller programs
MEM10006	Install machine/plant
MEM10010	Install pipework and pipework assemblies
MEM11010	Operate mobile load shifting equipment
MEM11016	Order materials
MEM11022	Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment
MEM12002	Perform electrical/electronic measurement
MEM12003	Perform precision mechanical measurement
MEM12006	Mark off/out (general engineering)
MEM12019	Measure components using coordinate measuring machines
MEM12020	Set and operate coordinate measuring machines
MEM13001	Perform emergency first aid
MEM13003	Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
MEM13019	Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace
MEM15001	Perform basic statistical quality control
MEM15003	Use improvement processes in team activities
MEM15004	Perform inspection
MEM16005	Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities
MEM18003	Use tools for precision work
MEM18004	Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
MEM18005	Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
MEM18006	Perform precision fitting of engineering components
MEM18007	Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
MEM18008	Balance equipment
MEM18009	Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
MEM18010	Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording
MEM18011	Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MEM18012	Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals
MEM18013	Perform gland packing
MEM18018	Maintain pneumatic system components
MEM18020	Maintain hydraulic system components
MEM18049	Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
MEM18055	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM18110	Perform basic penetrant testing
MEM18111	Perform basic magnetic particle testing
MEM18112	Perform basic eddy current testing
MEM18113	Perform ultrasonic thickness testing
MSMENV472	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
TLILIC0003	Licence to operate a forklift truck
TLILIC0024	Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above)

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Last updated from training.gov.au: 03 April 2026

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade