MEM05 Metal and Engineering Training Package
The MEM05 Metal and Engineering Training Package (Version 6) is now available on training.gov.au
Resources available for Vocational Graduate Certificate in Adult LLN Practice (TAE70111)
IBSA is developing freely available support resources for every unit of competency in this qualification. IBSA has now completed support resources for six units in the VGC qualification; four core and two elective units. The three remaining elective units support resources will be available shortly. (Note that the packaging rules for this qualification requires four [...]
IBSA Skills for Sustainability Resource
A suite of teaching and learning resources to support the Sustainable Practice Skill Set from the TAE10 Training and Education Training Package: TAESUS501A Analyse and apply sustainability skills to learning programs · Facilitator and Participant Guides · Industry Supplements TAESUS502A Identify and apply current sustainability education principles and practice to learning programs · Facilitator [...]
Review and development of CAD (Metal and Engineering Training Package (MEM05) update)
MSA is currently reviewing the coverage of computer aided drafting and design as well as other related drafting skills. The review is examining the coverage in the Metal and Engineering Training Package (MEM05) and the Manufacturing Training Package (MSA07). The coverage in other MSA Training Packages will be addressed as part of update and review [...]
MEM05 Training Package updates
The draft case for endorsement for version 7 of MEM05 includes the following components: The new Certificate III in Engineering (Composites Trade) – MEM31112 will be included in version 7 of MEM05.[More] New unit for Aluminothermic welding. Early in 2011 MSA was approached by members of the Hydrocarbons Assessor Network to assist with developing a [...]
BSB07 Project Management Qualifications
Innovation and Business Skills Australia (IBSA) has contracted Ability Associates Australia to undertake the review of the Project Management qualifications and units of competency within the Business Services Training Package. The qualifications include: § BSB41507 Certificate IV in Project Management § BSB51407 Diploma of Project Management § BSB60707 Advanced Diploma of Project Management. [...]
Learner Pathways into higher level VET qualifications
Effective learning pathways provide people with the skills and knowledge needed to gain employment and manage their careers . The Australian vocational education and training (VET) sector has been set ambitious targets to increase the number of working aged Australians who have a formal qualification. The second round of funding is for the Higher [...]
More Help for Mature Age Workers
The More Help for Mature Age Workers initiative, a complementary program to Experience+ Training, allows eligible employers to apply for reimbursement of costs associated with skills assessment for a mature age worker capped at $2200 (including GST). The skills assessment will provide mature age workers with a nationally recognised qualification or a statement of attainment [...]
MSA07v7 Training Package updates
High level generic process manufacturing qualifications Version 7 of the Manufacturing Training Package (MSA07) has been endorsed by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) at their 26 October 2011 meeting. MSA07v7 is now available on training.gov.au
MSA addresses shortage of furnishing industry training
Currently there are only two RTOs in Australia who deliver training for the soft furnishing industry. MSA is currently looking at how the specific skill needs of this industry can be addressed. *The article mentioned in ‘Window Furnishings Australia’ magazine identified 2 TAFE Institutes as delivering LMF30902, this was in reference to institute based [...]