Qualification information
Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting
Once you have completed all assessment requirements to a satisfactory level, you will be issued with a Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting (MEM40412).
If you do not complete the course, or if there are any units you are not yet deemed to be competent in, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units you completed.
Learning outcomes
The program is designed to be responsive to the individual, their company, and the needs of our industry.
Your coursework will cover:
- Use of modern industry and educational technology
- Current workplace practices
- Hands-on workplace experiences
- Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Eligibility requirements
To participate in this program, you must be employed in a mechanical services drafting office.
Delivery and assessment
This program has a competency-based delivery model and takes 500-2,400 hours to complete.
In addition to training and assessment conducted within the workplace, students must attend 5 week-long intensive classes (block weeks) held at AMCA headquarters located in Burwood, Victoria. If you have a previous qualification and/or relevant industry experience, a credit transfer or recognition of your prior learning can be arranged.
Please note that this qualification is not delivered under a traineeship or apprenticeship model.
Structure and content
The program consists of 4 core units and 11 elective units, as outlined below.
Core units
| Unit Code |
Unit name |
| MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
| MEM16008A |
Work effectively in an engineering drafting workplace |
| MEM30012A |
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering, or related environment |
| MSAENV272B |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective units
| Unit code |
Unit description |
| MEM09002B |
Interpret technical drawings |
| MEM09201A |
Work effectively in an engineering drafting workplace |
| MEM09204A |
Produce basic engineering detail drawings |
| MEM09206A |
Produce drawings for mechanical services |
| MEM09207A |
Produce drawings for reticulated services |
| MEM09217A |
Prepare plans for pipe and duct fabrication |
| MEM09218A |
Participate in drafting projects for building services |
| MEM30031A |
Operate computer aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements |
| MEM30033A |
Use computer aided design (CAD) system to create and display 3D models |
| CPCCOHS1001A |
Work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM4012A |
Estimate and cost work |
Training policies
To learn about our training polices, please refer to the AMCA Learner Handbook.
The handbook details how the following policies relate to our learners:
- Student Code of Conduct
- Student Support Services
- Safety information
- RTO Obligations
- Compliance and Appeals
- Qualifications and pathways
- Assessment
- Student Record Management
You can download the AMCA Learner Handbook from our website.
Cost and payment
Course costs include course materials, morning tea, afternoon tea, and lunches. They exclude airfares and accommodation.
All costs include GST.
| Cost |
Member |
Non-Member |
Additional information |
| Enrolment fee |
$1,500 |
$1,500 |
Non-refundable deposit |
| Per unit cost |
$700 |
$480 |
Including units awarded under recognition of prior learning |
| Total course cost |
$8,700 |
$12,000 |
Based on completion of all 15 units |
Refund and cancellation policy
A full refund of the enrolment fee will be provided if the AMCA is notified in writing at least 10 working days prior to the course commencement date. Participant substitutes will be considered if they fit the course criteria, with notification to be provided in writing. We reserve the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule the program due to insufficient registrations or other reasons beyond our control. In the event of a program cancellation, a full refund will be provided.
Course schedule
The Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting is offered annually.
Registrations close 30 April 2021
Course commences 07 June 2021
How to apply
To apply, please email your expression of interest to the AMCA Training Department.