While most engineering positions require a bachelor’s degree, vocational education and training can provide a pathway and skills useful to higher level application.
PATHWAY THROUGH A TRADE
A trade certificate can be a valuable stepping stone towards university education, offering a unique blend of practical skills and industry knowledge. This pathway allows individuals to gain hands-on, real-world experience in their chosen field before transitioning to higher-level academic learning.
MANUFACTURING AND ENGINEERING PATHWAY
One trade pathway through manufacturing and engineering would be to undertake a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (MEM30219) or similar qualification as an apprenticeship. This qualification is designed for apprentices in the mechanical engineering trade. It covers skills in fitting, assembly, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Another trade pathway could be through a Certificate III in Engineering – Technical (MEM30522) which would give you foundation knowledge and skill in drafting and design.
Post-trade qualifications are also available, including a Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40119). This qualification is also undertaken as an apprenticeship.
The manufacturing and engineering pathway offers a range of higher-level qualifications, these include:
- Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade (MEM50119)
- Diploma of Engineering – Technical (MEM50222)
- Diploma of Engineering – Planning (MEM50522)
- Advanced Diploma of Engineering (MEM60122)
- Advanced Diploma of Engineering – Planning (MEM60322)
ELECTROTECHNOLOGY PATHWAY
You could also pursue an electrotechnology pathway by undertaking a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820) or Certificate III in Electrical Fitting (UEE33020).
Post-trade qualifications are also available, including a Certificate IV in Electrical – Renewable Energy (UEE43322).
The electrotechnology pathway offers a range of higher-level qualifications, these include:
- Diploma of Electrical Engineering (UEE50420)
- Diploma of Electrical Systems Engineering (UEE53020)
- Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering (UEE50722)
- Advanced Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering (UEE60922)
- Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Renewable Energy (UEE62022)
You might also consider training in sustainable operations:
- Diploma of Sustainable Operations (MSS50122)
Advanced level vocational education and training qualifications can sometimes count towards or give you entry to a university degree.