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Diploma of Engineering - Technical
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MEM50222
Your expertise as an engineering technician is the foundation of modern manufacturing and infrastructure. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a recognition pathway for this technical diploma. By registering your interest, you help us prioritise this qualification and ensure your years of technical precision are ready to be formally acknowledged.
About This Qualification
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an Engineering Technician within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries.The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of technical engineering discipline areas including mechanical, mechatronics, manufacturing, maintenance, and heating ventilation air-conditioning, engineering drafting and refrigeration and air conditioning in manufacturing, engineering and related industries. The qualification provides the opportunity to develop theoretical knowledge and technical skills in either a specific discipline area or across a broad field of technical work and learning.This qualification should not be used for VET in Schools unless the students are formally engaged in a traineeship in accordance with the Australian Apprenticeships policy.In some jurisdictions, units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is included in the relevant units of competency. Local regulations should be checked.
Qualification Code
MEM50222
Training Package
MEM — Manufacturing and Engineering
AQF Level
Diploma
Total Units
See training.gov.au
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Planner | Coordinating and scheduling complex engineering maintenance to ensure operational continuity. |
| Mechatronics Technician | Integrating mechanical and electronic systems to maintain automated machinery and robotics. |
| Mechanical Engineering Technician | Interpreting technical data and assisting in the design of machinery and structures. |
| Engineering Associate | Supporting professional engineers by preparing detailed specifications and undertaking design tasks under supervision. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Current and detailed resume
- ✓Position descriptions from technical roles
- ✓Employer letters confirming engineering responsibilities
Technical Documentation
- ✓Engineering drawings and CAD specifications
- ✓Technical calculations and data interpretations
- ✓Design briefs and equipment modifications
Project & Maintenance Records
- ✓Maintenance schedules and planning logs
- ✓Non-destructive testing (NDT) reports
- ✓Operational procedures for automated systems
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Safety Management Plans and Risk Assessments
- ✓Site inspection reports and audit findings
- ✓Environmentally sustainable work practice records
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Manufacturing and Engineering.
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