TAFE SA
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Start your career in engineering and fabrication with the nationally accredited Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade. This hands-on course is designed for apprentice boilermakers and welders in mining, manufacturing, and shipping. Here in SA, most boilermakers work in the manufacturing, construction, and mining industries, and there is especially high demand for skilled tradespeople in the ship and submarine building industry.
Boilermakers generally work indoors in large workshops, or on construction sites during heavy engineering construction, such as shipbuilding or mineral processing plant equipment. Learn about fabrication techniques including forging and founding, welding and thermal cutting processes, and have the opportunity to go on to further specialist training with TAFE SA.
Delivery mode
TAFE SA offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Old Kapunda Road (Nuriootpa)
- 36 Kay Avenue, Berri
- 2 Woodford Road, Elizabeth
- Wireless Road West, Mount Gambier
- Swanport Road, Murray Bridge
- 9-39 Carlton Parade, Port Augusta
- 59 Mary Elie Street, Port Pirie
- 137 Days Rd, Regency Park
- 141 Nicolson Avenue, Whyalla Norrie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade will prepare you for the following roles.
Blacksmith
A Blacksmith uses heat to shape metal for a range of purposes. You might create new metal pieces to given specifications or you might perform repai...
Boilermaker
A Boilermaker uses steel and other metals to make parts and products for use in a range of settings. You’ll use technical drawings or other means t...
Welder
A Welder uses heat to join metal parts together. You might create new parts or pieces of equipment or you may perform repairs on existing metal str...
TIG Welder
A TIG Welder joins metal together to repair metal parts or create new pieces, specialising in gas tungsten arc welding techniques. You’ll generally...
Metal Worker
A Metal Worker makes parts and products from metal including steel, iron, aluminium and copper. You might cut and shape metal and piece it together...
Fabricator
A Fabricator creates parts and components from steel or other metals. You might create new pieces or perform repairs to existing products. Fabricat...
Brake Press Operator
A Brake Press Operator creates objects and pieces by shaping sheet metal using a brake press machine. You might specialise in producing particular...
Machinist
A Machinist uses specialist machinery to create metal parts for a range of equipment. You’ll use technical drawings or set specifications to set up...
Welding Instructor
A Welding Instructor teaches others to weld safely and effectively. You’ll demonstrate correct techniques, provide advice and feedback to students...
Production Technician
A Production Technician assembles and checks components and parts in a range of manufacturing settings. You might work in vehicle assembly, produce...
Motor Trimmer
A Motor Trimmer repairs and replaces interior trims in a range of vehicles. You might work on door linings, seats or other areas inside a car or he...
Sheet Metal Worker
A Sheet Metal Worker cuts and shapes metal for a range of purposes. You might create new items or make individual pieces for other products. Sheet...
Boat Builder
A Boat Builder constructs and repairs boats and other maritime vessels. You might build vessels according to owner requirements or make repairs or...
Shipwright
A Shipwright builds and repairs ships and other maritime vessels. You might construct new vessels or fit out existing ships with cabins, decks, mas...
Assistant Shipwright
An Assistant Shipwright helps with the construction and maintenance of ships and other marine vessels. You might build new vessels according to cus...
Aircraft Surface Finisher
An Aircraft Surface Finisher carries out a range of treatments on the surface of an aircraft. You might spray paint surfaces or apply new printed m...
Vehicle Body Builder
A Vehicle Body Builder constructs and repairs vehicle bodies. You might assemble new vehicles or perform repairs on damaged cars, trucks or special...
Maintenance Fitter
A Maintenance Fitter creates metal parts used to maintain machines and equipment. You might determine needs and specifications and assemble and fit...
About TAFE SA
TAFE SA is South Australia’s largest vocational education and training provider. We deliver job-focused training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at locations across the state.
