TAFE QUEENSLAND

Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction

OVERVIEW

Gain the technical knowledge and practical skills required to work as a boat builder and repairer with this intermediate-level course.

Develop your career in marine craft construction with this intermediate-level course. You will learn a broad range of practical skills and technical knowledge across a variety of vessels, enabling you to work as a boat builder and repairer.

Australia is recognised as a global leader in the marine craft construction industry boasting world-class boat building facilities and a reputation for delivering quality training. The industry relies on skilled workers to meet high-quality manufacturing standards and is prepared to invest in its workers to develop the skills required.

This course provides the skills required to perform a range of marine craft construction tasks. You will learn about occupational health and safety, trade drawing and lofting, material science, composite, and timber construction. You will also study the repair and maintenance procedures associated with various construction methods. You will receive hands-on training delivered by our industry-experienced teachers in workshops equipped with the latest in marine technology.

Upon completion of this course you will be qualified to produce templates and patterns from full size detail drawings, conduct fit-outs and carry out repairs to wooden, fibreglass and composite marine craft. If completed as part of an apprenticeship this course will also allow you to apply for a trade qualification.

CAMPUS & LOCATION

Campus and Location

SUBJECTS

UNIT CODE UNIT NAME

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units listed below, plus a combination of elective units with a total value of at least 73 points. Please note, elective units have various points values. Elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your training plan.

International Students Only
You will also be required to undertake 400 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

MEM12023A
Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024A
Perform computations
MEM13014A
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
MEM14004A
Plan to undertake a routine task
MEM14005A
Plan a complete activity
MEM15002A
Apply quality systems
MEM15024A
Apply quality procedures
MEM16006A
Organise and communicate information
MEM16007A
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
MEM16008A
Interact with computing technology
MEM17003A
Assist in the provision of on the job training
MSAENV272B
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective units
UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
MEM04018B
Perform general woodworking machine operations
MEM09002B
Interpret technical drawing
MEM09021B
Interpret and produce curved 3-dimensional shapes
MEM12007D
Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes
MEM13003B
Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
MEM18001C
Use hand tools
MEM18002B
Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM25002B
Form and integrate fibre-reinforced structures
MEM25003B
Set up marine vessel structures
MEM25004B
Fair and shape surfaces
MEM25005B
Construct and assemble marine vessel timber components
MEM25007B
Maintain marine vessel surfaces
MEM25008B
Repair marine vessel surfaces and structures
MEM25010B
Perform fitout procedures
MEM25011B
Install marine systems
MEM25013B
Produce three-dimensional plugs/moulds
MEM25015A
Assemble and install equipment and accessories/ancillaries
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

CAREER & UNI PATHWAYS

JOB PROSPECTS

Shipwright
Boat Repairer/Builder
Boat Builder and Repairer (Wooden and Aluminium Boats)
Boat Builder and Repairer (Moulding and Fibreglass)

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

FEES

Tuition fees

International

$18,600

Prices are subject to change and the final school offer will be presented after submitting the application.

School fees and tuition https://australianstudycenter.com.au/schools-in-australia-australian-study-center-study-in-australia/school-fees-and-tuition/

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area. Contact us to fnd out more

DURATION

Course duration: 2 years

REQUIREMENTS

International Students

International Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International Students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 5.5 (no individual band less than 5.0) or ISLPR 2+ on all skills or other – View a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International
Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. View the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12.

Students should be a minimum of 18 years of age. Student visa applicants under the age of 18 will be accepted where they demonstrate that they will be accompanied by a parent, legal custodian or a suitable relative who is aged 21 or over. This arrangement requires the approval of the Department of Home Affairs. For more information visit Department of Home Affairs – Welfare Requirements for Student Visa Applicants under 18.

To study an apprenticeship or traineeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice or trainee with your employer.
Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.

In most situations, to study in Australia, you will need to apply for student visa. But do not worry we can help you with that too. Our consultants are registered PIER educational consultants, and some are registered migration agents.

Requirements for student visa are:

enrol with an Australian education provider as a full-time student, and obtain written confirmation of this enrolment (predominantly
on-line courses are not eligible)
genuinely intend to complete the relevant period of study in Australia
have the required level of English language proficiency unless exempt
have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the period of your intended stay in Australia
have access to sufficient funds to cover your return airfares, tuition fees and the cost of living in Australia, as well as costs
required for any dependents included in your application.
The exact amount of funds a student requires is set by Department of Home Affairs (DOHA), and is determined by your chosen education
provider, your course of study and other personal circumstances.
must be 6 years or older
prove you have a welfare arrangement if you are under 18