Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture Non-apprenticeship
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Overview
1 year full time
March
March
This is the non-apprenticeship version of the course. Learn more about the apprenticeship Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture here.
Evolve your jewellery creation skills with a Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture MEM30619 in Melbourne
Delve into your passion for jewellery with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture MEM30619 (Non-Apprenticeship stream). Rich in technical skills and expertise in the field, this course will teach you the skills for an exciting future in the jewellery trade. The jewellery manufacturing trade in Australia is flourishing with over 1,300 prominent businesses in operation. Use your skills to manufacture a valuable career in a creative and technical industry.
Practical training with industry credibility
Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture (Non-Apprenticeship stream) MEM30619 will provide industry-standard training from an array of experienced professionals within the jewellery trade. Qualified industry leaders guiding you throughout your studies and equip you with specialist jewellery manufacture skills, without the need for a jewellery apprenticeship. Learn an assortment of skills including ring manufacturing, casting applications, stone setting, gemmology and repairs in our purpose-built Jewellery Workshop. Melbourne Polytechnic’s extensive industry partnerships give your Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture MEM30619 a unique credibility through our partnerships with industry bodies including the Gold and Silversmiths Guild of Australia and the Jewellers Association of Australia (JAA) .
A golden future awaits you
Qualified jewellery manufacturers with a MEM30619 Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture (Non-apprenticeship stream) may find work within a range of practices within the jewellery field. You might find work in jewellery manufacturing, 3D designing and printing, diamond and gemstone setting or jewellery repair.
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Career Pathways
Where will the Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture - Non-apprenticeship MEM30619 take me?
You will be qualified to work in the manufacture of jewellery in platinum, gold and silver - important industries in Australia. You may go on to work in a range of jewellery related professions.
- Jewellery Repairer
- Assistant Jeweller
- Watchmaker
- Jeweller
Study Pathways
You may extend your qualifications by undertaking further study in the areas of gemmology, diamond technology and jewellery valuation. The course offers a pathway into our Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design MEM60222.
Course Details
How you will study
Each course has a dedicated learning method that is designed to let you thrive in your studies.
On-campus
Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute. Visit the How You'll Study page for more information.
Class Schedule
4 days per week: Tuesday - Friday, 9am – 4pm
Assessment Methods
Satisfactory completion of the competencies reflected in your training plan. Assessment methods include drawing exercises, report/projects, production of samples, satisfactory finishing of hand skills projects, and formal tests as required. To qualify for assessment, you must ensure all course fees and levies are paid in full
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Elective | Hours |
| MEM05006 | Perform brazing and/or silver soldering | Elective | 20 |
| MEM06007 | Perform basic incidental heat/quench | Elective | 20 |
| MEM08010 | Manually finish/polish materials | Elective | 60 |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing | Core | 40 |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling | Core | 20 |
| MEM11016 | Order materials | Elective | 20 |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | Core | 30 |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations | Core | 30 |
| MEM13003 | Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials | Elective | 20 |
| MEM13004 | Work safely with molten metals/glass | Elective | 20 |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | Core | 40 |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities | Core | 40 |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | Core | 20 |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology | Core | 20 |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | Core | 20 |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools | Core | 20 |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/hand held operations | Core | 20 |
| MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work | Elective | 40 |
| MEM19001 | Perform jewellery metal casting | Elective | 60 |
| MEM19003 | Handle gem materials | Elective | 20 |
| MEM19005 | Produce three-dimensional precision items | Elective | 80 |
| MEM19007 | Perform gemstone setting | Elective | 60 |
| MEM19011 | Perform wax inject of moulds for lost wax cast process | Elective | 20 |
| MEM19013 | Produce jewellery metal masters | Elective | 40 |
| MEM19016 | Construct jewellery components | Elective | 40 |
| MEM19017 | Fabricate jewellery items | Elective | 60 |
| MEM19018 | Repair jewellery items | Elective | 60 |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core | 30 |
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Fees & Costs
| Concession | Government subsidised fee | Non-subsidised fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $1500 | $7500 | $24350 |
| Materials fee | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Maximum annual amenities | $175 | $250 | $250 |
| Total payable | $1875 | $7950 | $24800 |
| Per year | $0 |
| Per semester | $0 |
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1st of November. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
Fees explained
The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.
The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.
Concession fees are charged at 20 per cent of the standard fees for enrolments in Certificate I to IV courses. To be eligible students must meet Skills First eligibility criteria and present a valid:
- Commonwealth Health Care card, or
- Pensioner Concession card, or
- Any dependent spouse or dependent child of one of the above cardholders, or
- Veterans Gold card.
The following groups are eligible for concession fees from Certificate I to Advanced Diploma level:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Asylum Seekers and victims of human trafficking
Additional expenses
The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at forty cents (40 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:
- $250 for full fee-paying students; and
- $175 for concession-paying students studying Certificate I, II, III, or IV.
Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.
You are required to have and maintain your own basic hand tools and bring them to practical classes and are encouraged to work in silver for some of the test articles.
If you choose to work in precious metals you need to provide these yourself.
Jewellery Courses at Melbourne Polytechnic
From short courses to Advanced Diplomas.
Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Entrance to this course is by successful folio presentation and interview.Next Steps
We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.
The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.
You'll then receive a link to complete a few more personal details.
You will be asked to attend an interview and folio presentation to ensure that this is the right course for you.
It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.
Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend our Skills and Job Centre, or come to campus to complete your enrolment in person.
For certificate-level courses, you can pay by weekly or fortnightly direct debit using our Tuition Payment Plan. Read more about Tuition Payments Plans here.
If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 1300 635 276 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.
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