MEM50822 Diploma of Applied Technologies
Be part of the digital transformation of manufacturing
From manual to automated processes, gain an understanding of how you can control hardware through a digital method and optimise efficiency through technology and design.
Complete this course to advance your career within Industry 4.0 manufacturing and/or engineering environments. The course also provides a direct pathway to roles within the Defence industry.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
This course is a VET Student Loan eligible course. A VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth and is only available to students who are eligible.
To find out if you are eligible or to see the list of eligible courses visit our Student Loans page.
Overview
Where Munster
When Continuous enrolment
How Traineeship
Digital technology is transforming business around the world and is revolutionising the way companies manufacture and improve their products. Driven by digitalisation, the Diploma of Applied Technologies gives you the opportunity to gain an advanced engineering qualification that can lead you to supervisory roles at the top tier of the profession.
Industry 4.0 is known as the fourth industrial revolution, the next stage in manufacturing. This diploma will equip you with skills to pursue a career within exciting Industry 4.0 manufacturing and/or engineering environments. The course also provides a direct pathway to roles within the Defence industry.
Discover the application of robotics in daily life, be part of the digital transformation of manufacturing and an innovator in your field – this technology is truly changing the world.
Specialist facilities on-campus
Students study this diploma at our state-of-the-art Applied Engineering building at Munster campus, featuring mechatronics labs and technical engineering workshop rooms. In our courses, you'll have access to modern equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters, water treatment plant, and civil engineering compression labs to name just a few.
Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program
If you are studying a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Aviation, Cyber Security, Engineering, IT, Logistics, or Project Management then you are eligible to apply.
The Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program (DIIGS), funded by the State Government, has various grants (starting at $2,500) and work placement opportunities that could set you up for a career in the defence industry. Read more about DIIGS and how to apply.
- industry 4.0 objectives
- project life cycle
- managing technical documents
- producing products with CAD and CAM
- understanding electrical systems
- cloud computing and SCADA
- network configuration
- troubleshooting cyber-physical systems, digital and industrial controls
- good team work skills and the ability to work independently
- good digital literacy skills
- good problem solving skills and ability to analyse information and troubleshoot
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All year round
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | $51.84 | $0.00 |
| MEM16006 Organise and communicate information | $29.16 | $0.00 |
| MEM29001 Work in Industry 4.0 | $56.70 | $0.00 |
| MEM29002 Commission a cyber-physical system | $113.40 | $0.00 |
| MEM29008 Analyse and manage data in cloud-based systems | $113.40 | $0.00 |
| MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | $97.20 | $0.00 |
| MEM30025 Analyse a simple electrical system circuit | $32.40 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $0.00 |
|
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$43.74 | $0.00 |
|
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$97.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$129.60 | $0.00 |
|
|
$72.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$64.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$87.48 | $0.00 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
All year round
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | $51.84 | $0.00 |
| MEM16006 Organise and communicate information | $29.16 | $0.00 |
| MEM29001 Work in Industry 4.0 | $56.70 | $0.00 |
| MEM29002 Commission a cyber-physical system | $113.40 | $0.00 |
| MEM29008 Analyse and manage data in cloud-based systems | $113.40 | $0.00 |
| MEM30012 Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | $97.20 | $0.00 |
| MEM30025 Analyse a simple electrical system circuit | $32.40 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$64.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$43.74 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.20 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.40 | $0.00 |
|
|
$145.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$129.60 | $0.00 |
|
|
$72.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$64.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$87.48 | $0.00 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.