MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic (Diesel Fitter/Mechanic)
About this Course
This course builds practical diesel fitting and mechanical skills through hands on workplace training guided by an experienced trainer.
Diesel fitters maintain, repair and manufacture metal products and machinery. For an apprentice diesel fitter, the majority of learning is hands-on and practical.
Blue Dog Training’s MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic course is self-paced and flexible, with theory that strongly ties in with the practical skills developed in the workplace. Our training is suitable for school-based apprentices, part-time apprentices, full-time apprentices and mature-aged apprentices.
Training Model
On-the-job training. No classrooms or block training. Flexible theory delivery.
Course Duration
4 year contract term and 3.5 years standard expected duration. Existing skills and experience are recognised and training may be fast-tracked, if appropriate.
Requirements
You must be signed into an apprenticeship/traineeship contract with an employer.
Locations
This course is offered in Queensland.
Outcome
Nationally Recognised Qualification: MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
Upon completion the apprentice will be suitable for the following positions:
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Diesel Fitter/Mechanic
To be awarded the MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering – Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic, units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
- Core units of competency (totalling 63 points)
- Elective units of competency to a minimum value of 33 points from Group A
Imported Elective Unit: Appropriate Group A elective units to the value of 8 points may be chosen from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Certificate III. Only select units that would be suitable for occupational outcomes in a fixed and/or mobile plant mechanic trade environment.
Prerequisites: These units are mandatory considerations and are discussed during the development of the training plan.
Core Units (63 Points Required)
| TYPE | CODE | NAME | POINTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing | 4 |
| Core | MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling | 2 |
| Core | MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | 5 |
| Core | MEM12024 | Perform computations | 3 |
| Core | MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | 2 |
| Core | MEM14006 | Plan work activities | 4 |
| Core | MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | 2 |
| Core | MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology | 2 |
| Core | MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | 2 |
| Core | MEM18001 | Use hand tools | 2 |
| Core | MEM18002 | Use power tools/handheld operations | 2 |
| Core | MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components | 3 |
| Core | MEM27006 | Diagnose and rectify batteries, low voltage sensors and circuits | 8 |
| Core | MEM27016 | Diagnose and maintain electronic controlling systems on mobile and stationary plant | 4 |
| Core | MEM27017 | Maintain, fault find and rectify hydraulic systems for mobile plant | 4 |
| Core | MEM27019 | Diagnose, repair and replace diesel engines in stationary and mobile plant | 5 |
| Core | MEM27020 | Apply knowledge of large combustion engine operations to service and maintenance tasks | 2 |
| Core | MEM27023 | Diagnose and rectify fieldbus circuits in mobile and stationary plant and equipment | 4 |
| Core | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 3 |
Elective Units (33 Points Required)
| TYPE | CODE | NAME | POINTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting | 2 |
| A | MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding | 2 |
| A | MEM05049 | Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding | 2 |
| A | MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding | 2 |
| A | MEM07005 | Perform general machining | 8 |
| A | MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work | 4 |
| A | MEM18005 | Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings | 4 |
| A | MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components | 6 |
| A | MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components | 4 |
| A | MEM18012 | Perform installation and removal of mechanical seals | 2 |
| A | MEM18013 | Perform gland packing | 2 |
| A | MEM18020 | Maintain hydraulic system components | 4 |
| A | MEM18021 | Maintain hydraulic systems | 4 |
| A | MEM27001 | Maintain and repair stationary and mobile plant engine cooling systems | 2 |
| A | MEM27002 | Test and repair compression ignition systems | 4 |
| A | MEM27005 | Tune diesel engines | 4 |
| A | MEM27008 | Maintain induction, exhaust and emission control systems | 4 |
| A | MEM27009 | Diagnose and rectify braking systems | 6 |
| A | MEM27014 | Diagnose and rectify automatic transmissions | 8 |
| A | MEM27015 | Diagnose and rectify drive line and final drives | 4 |
| A | MEM27030 | Perform engine bottom-end overhaul | 4 |
| A (Imported) | MEM05004 | Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM05006 | Perform brazing and/or silver soldering | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM05056 | Perform routine flux core arc welding | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM08010 | Manually finish/polish materials | 6 |
| A (Imported) | MEM11016 | Order materials | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM12003 | Perform precision mechanical measurement | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM12006 | Mark off/out (general engineering) | 4 |
| A (Imported) | MEM13003 | Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM16004 | Perform internal/external customer service | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM16005 | Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities | 2 |
| A (Imported) | MEM18004 | Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment | 4 |
| A (Imported) | MEM18007 | Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies | 4 |
| A (Imported) | MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/equipment | 2 |
Funding Guidelines
Career Start Program - General Information
Apprentices can only receive one government contribution for a Career Start - Apprenticeship funded qualification at any single point in time, i.e. a student is not funded to undertake two funded apprenticeships or traineeships at the same time.
For more information on the Career Start program, see DTET's website (https://training.qld.gov.au/) where a selection of fact sheets on Career Start funding limitations and the implications for eligibility to receive Career Start funding of any further training, are available.
Approved Delivery Locations
- Brisbane (includes East, Inner City, North, South, and West)
- Cairns
- Central Queensland
- Darling Downs - Maranoa
- Gold Coast
- Ipswich
- Logan - Beaudesert
- Mackay - Isaac - Whitsunday
- Moreton Bay - North
- Moreton Bay - South
- Queensland - Outback
- Sunshine Coast
- Toowoomba
- Townsville
- Wide Bay
Career Start Program - Full Fee Information
Eligibility
To be eligible for the DTET Career Start Apprenticeship program subsidy or government contribution you must:
- Currently employed as a Queensland apprentice under a registered training contract for this qualification.
- Be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident including humanitarian entrant, temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen.
- Not currently be enrolled in a qualification.
- Not be a school student.
- Not exceed a maximum of two government funded apprenticeships or traineeships within a ten year period.
Student Co Contribution Fees
Co contribution fees apply and are paid over the duration of the apprenticeship. Approximately $1800 dollars depending on selected units. Concessions may apply for eligible learners, reducing the co contribution fee to approximately $760 dollars. Further details can be found in the Blue Dog Training Student Handbook. For more information please call (07) 3331 6002.
More information on concessional fees and costs per unit can be found here.
Career Start Program - Free Apprenticeships for under 25's Initiative
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s program you must:
- Be aged under 25 years prior to entering into a training contract (commencing or recommencing) for this qualification.
- Are currently employed as a Queensland apprentice (under a registered training contract) in an eligible apprenticeship qualification through this Program, such as this qualification.
- Be no longer enrolled at school.
- Commence or recommence this apprenticeship between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2027.
- Not currently be enrolled in a qualification.
- Not exceed a maximum of two government-funded apprenticeships or traineeships within a 10-year period.
Career Start Program - School-Based Apprenticeships
Eligibility
Eligible Students will be able to be funded for a maximum of one (1) School-based apprenticeship or traineeship and must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled in Year 10, 11, or 12 in a Queensland School
- Not be concurrently enrolled in any other Qualifications funded by the Department
- And have entered into a training contract for this qualification.