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Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers

The Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers program can fast track employees to obtain a qualification, recognising their existing skillset and employment experience. Apply today for yourself or an employee to receive Recognition of Prior Learning and become a qualified tradesperson in the Mechanical, Fabrication, or Electrotechnology fields!

This training is funded by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal process to assess the skills and knowledge an employee has gained on the job that may meet the requirements of an Engineering or Electrotechnology trade qualification.
 
Put simply, if an employee can demonstrate that they already have the skills and experience to complete a whole or partial qualification, they may not need to attend classes or participate in formal learning.
 
To receive RPL, students will need to provide evidence of these skills and knowledge which may include:
  • A formal interview to determine skills gaps
  • A portfolio of evidence
  • Media files (such as images, video and/or audio)
  • Related Certificates and Transcripts
  • Letters and references
  • Resume or work history
Please note, some students may need to complete assessments and simulated work-based tasks to validate skills gaps.

This program is funded by the NSW Government under the Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers program. To be eligible, you must:

  • be 21 years of age or older
  • live or work in NSW
  • be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.
  • be currently working in the industry associated with the training qualification or have a minimum of 2 years' work experience in this industry within the last 5 years
  • be currently working in the industry and undertaking an MEM (Engineering) or UEE (Electrotechnology) qualification
  • not be a current registered apprentice or trainee, or have been engaged as an apprentice or trainee within the last 6 months
  • be able to complete by 30th May 2024

Please note: The program is not a recognition process for overseas qualifications.

Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning through this funded training program any time.

This course may be delivered over 6 to 12 months and training must be completed by 30th May 2024.

Students must complete an interview prior to enrolment to determine eligibility. If a gap in training or additional assessment requirements are identified, candidates may be required to travel to our state of the art facilities at Rutherford. Alternative arrangements may be available at your workplace.

This course option is for people working in the Mechanical industry who are looking to become qualified in their trade.

Units of competency for this course are:

  • MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
  • MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
  • MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
  • MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
  • MEM12024 Perform computations
  • MEM12023 Perform Engineering Measurements
  • MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
  • MEM14006 Plan work activities
  • MEM18001 Use hand tools
  • MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations
  • MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
  • MEM05012 Perform routine manual metal arc welding
  • MEM05050 Perform routine gas metal arc welding
  • MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cutting
  • MEM07032 Use workshop machines for basic operations
  • MEM12003 Perform precision mechanical measurement
  • MEM12006 Mark off/out (general engineering)
  • MEM07005 Perform general machining
  • MEM16008 Interact with computing technology
  • MEM07006 Perform lathe operations
  • MEM18011 Shut down and isolate machines /equipment
  • MEM07007 Perform milling operations
  • MEM18003 Use tools for precision work
  • MEM18055 Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
  • MEM18006 Perform precision fitting of engineering components
  • MEM18005 Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings
  • MEM18009 Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
  • MEM18007 Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies
  • MEM18004 Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment
  • MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on the job training

Central Coast Community College

This course option is for people working in the Fabrication industry who are looking to become qualified in their trade.

Units of competency for this course are:

  • MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
  • MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
  • MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
  • MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
  • MEM12024 Perform computations
  • MEM12023 Perform Engineering Measurements
  • MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
  • MEM14006 Plan work activities
  • MEM18001 Use hand tools
  • MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations
  • MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
  • MEM05012 Perform routine manual metal arc welding
  • MEM05050 Perform routine gas metal arc welding
  • MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cutting
  • MEM05051 Select welding processes
  • MEM05052 Apply safe welding practices
  • MEM16008 Interact with computing technology
  • MEM05049 Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
  • MEM05017 Weld using gas metal arc welding process
  • MEM12007 Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes
  • MEM05011 Assemble fabricated components
  • MEM05019 Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
  • MEM05015 Weld using manual metal arc welding process
  • MEM05036 Repair/replace/modify fabrications
  • MEM05037 Perform geometric development
  • MEM05010 Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
  • MEM05009 Perform automated thermal cutting
  • MEM05018 Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process
  • MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on the job training

Central Coast Community College

This course option is for people working in the Electrical industry who are looking to become qualified in their trade.

Units of competency for this course are:

  • HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • UETTDRRF06 Perform rescue from a live LV panel
  • UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0016 Document & apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  • UEECO0023  Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
  • UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
  • UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • UEERE0001  Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
  • UEECD0020 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
  • UEECD0046 Solve problems in single path circuits
  • UEECD0044 Solve problems in multiple path circuits 
  • UEECS0033 Use engineering applications software on personal computers
  • UEEEL0021 Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices 
  • UEEEL0019 Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines
  • UEEEL0020 Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
  • UEEEL0023 Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
  • UEEEL0008 Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls
  • UEEEL0009 Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls
  • UEEEL0010 Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits
  • UEEEL0025 Test and connect transformers
  • UEEEL0024 Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines
  • UEEEL0003 Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations
  • UEEEL0047 Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies
  • UEEAS0009 Mount and wire control panel equipment
  • UEEEL0054 Maintain operation of electrical mining equipment and systems
  • UEEEL0018 Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations
  • UEEEL0005 Develop and connect electrical control circuits
  • UEEEL0014 Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits
  • UEEEL0012 Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories
  • UEEEL0039 Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations

Central Coast Community College

MEM30219 Certificate III Engineering - Mechanical Trade:

Further study options:

  • Certificate IV in Engineering

Further career opportunities:

  • Technical Fitter
  • Machinist
  • Fitter and Machinist

MEM30319 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade:

Further study options:

  • Certificate IV in Engineering

Further career opportunities:

  • Boilermaker
  • Metal Fabricator
  • Welder

UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician:

Further study options:

  • Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Systems Electrician
  • Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control
  • Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering

Further career opportunities:

  • Electrician

Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers – Application

Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers Program - Application

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