Certificate
IV in Engineering (Fluid Power)
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National Code: MEM40105
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Course Location and Contact Information

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| Course
Description
The purpose of this course is to enhance the skills and knowledge
of people in the engineering field specifically engaged in the manufacture
and servicing of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
This course offers a wide range of competencies which will provide
an insight into the design, manufacture and maintenance of hydraulic
and pneumatic systems.

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| Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment in the manufacture
and servicing of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment as maintenance
fitters.
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| Course
Duration
Part-time: Three years (Four hours, one evening per week)
The course will run as a day class when student numbers permit.
The course has a nominal duration of 360 hours.

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| Course
Commencement Dates
February, July or as required.

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| Entrance
Requirements
For entry into the fluid power course, completion of an apprenticeship
or contract of training in a trade is required (discipline of fitting
& machining).

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| Application
Procedures
Apply directly to the Mechanical
Manufacturing Department.

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| Skills Recognition
- Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers
on the basis of previous qualifications.

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| Pathways
to Further Study
Competencies completed may be used to assist students with further
study in the Diploma
of Engineering Technology (Mechanical), in accordance with the
requirements of the National Metal and Engineering Training Board
and the Federal Metal Industry Award.

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| Course Outline
MEM 10-4B Enter and change programmable Controller Operational Parameters (20 hrs)
MEM 10-5B Commission programmable controller programs (40 hrs)
MEM 18-18C Maintain pneumatic system components (40 hrs)
MEM 18-19B Maintain pneumatic systems (40 hrs)
MEM 18-20B Maintain hydraulic system components (40 hrs)
MEM 18-21B Maintain hydraulic systems (40 hrs)
MEM 18-22B Maintain fluid power controls (80 hrs)
MEM 18-23B Modify fluid power system operation (80 hrs)
MEM 18-53B Modify fluid power control systems (60 hrs)
Total Hours - 360

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| Assessment
Methods
On completion of each competency the student will be internally
assessed to determine if the theory and practical outcomes have
been achieved. With some competencies a theory examination may be
required. The syllabus document for each competency lists the major
learning outcomes and standard of assessment required.

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| Materials
Personal safety workwear required.

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| Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program
is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will
be awarded the Certificate IV in Engineering (Fluid Power).

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