Advanced Diploma Of Engineering Technology

Where this course may lead

This course is for engineers and managers in public and private sectors, across all engineering streams, and in small, medium, and large enterprises. It may give you credit for a range of degree courses in engineering.

Want to go on to study engineering at university?

Wodonga TAFE and RMIT University have a partnership where you receive guaranteed credits from your advanced diploma towards the Bachelor of Engineering degree. Ask the Manufacturing Department for more information.

What you learn

This course aims to meet your needs if you are at, or aspiring to, technician level under the metals and engineering award.

The course comprises a range of technical modules drawn from a number of disciplines including civil, structural, automotive, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering.

Delivery method and course duration

This course is delivered full-time over two years. Another version of the course, which can be extremely demanding for participants, is delivered over one year.

Entry requirements

• You must have completed the Diploma of Engineering Technology (21621VIC*).

Assessment

The level of competency you develop from your training will be assessed using the following methods:

• Assessment will be conducted via observation, questioning and practical demonstration or by recognition of prior learning.

Your teachers will provide you with more information on specific requirements at the start of each unit and they will assist with any support you may need.

Outcomes and accreditations

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive an AQF qualification.

The units you study for this qualification may vary according to industry and workplace requirements. Please contact the department for a full list of units available to you.

This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification contact the department.

Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualification or experience in a related field, there may be an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for previous study, knowledge, and/or skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to this qualification. Please contact the department for further information about Skills Recognition.

Fees and charges

How to apply

Please apply direct to VTAC, or to the department.

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