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METAL AND ENGINEERING TRAINING PACKAGE REVIEW FUTURE DIRECTIONS FROM THE SCOPING REPORT March 2012 Slide 2 AIM OF THIS PRESENTATION 1. To facilitate discussion on the future strategic direction of the MEM Review 2. To outline the outcomes of consultations during the Scoping Stage 3. To present a future program of MEM work for consideration and discussion Slide 3 BROAD BRUSH RESULTS OF SCOPING No real call for radical change to the basic structure of the MEM Training Package Support for MEM structural elements including: Use of points for non technician units and qualifications Retention of broad-based qualifications with relatively few core units and significant elective choice Core units primarily covering generic underpinning skills. Retention of prerequisites Concept of current allocation of units into groups in qualifications based on the previous concept of banding Slide 4 BROAD BRUSH RESULTS OF SCOPING (2) A lack of consistency in responses in relation to: multiple prerequisite pathways Concept of dual banded units Support for continued editing of critical trade units to clarify trade focus Significant calls for: example /typical elective pathways advice on progression between qualifications provision of more explanatory material Slide 5 OTHER CONSIDERATIONS All MEM units will need significant editing / rewriting to meet latest policy requirements for inclusion in a new MEM Training Package For each unit this work may require additional required skills and knowledge, evidence guide, etc. information even if the content of the unit does not need updating/changing This work is not optional and is not the focus of this presentation but needs to be taken into account when considering a work plan for the Review Slide 6 OTHER TASKS TO BE UNDERTAKEN IRRESPECTIVE OF STRATEGY OPTIONS Development of new licensed electrician, & refrigeration trade qualifications Consideration of new content suggestions Review of existing content Review of Core Review of packaging rules Review of multiple prerequisite pathways Redevelopment of Diploma and Advanced Diploma technician qualifications New CAD/Drafting qualifications and units Slide 7 STRATEGY OPTIONS FROM HERE Slide 8 FUTURE DIRECTIONS OPTION 1: FINE TUNING OR STEADY AS SHE GOES Maintain current structures Only address changes that have been specifically identified i.e.: Changes requested in consultations and responses in scoping Changes in response to policy developments and regulatory requirements Builds on current familiarity and support for MEM Slide 9 STEADY AS SHE GOES OPTION PROS: Reassures those that rely on the familiarity of the current MEM Training Package Allows some new content but most change would be in technician areas or areas motivated by regulatory changes Maximises current broad based approach CONS: Harder to sell as looking to the future is more reactive Doesnt provide an obvious response to current economic and technological pressures such as the two speed economy, skill shortages, and new and emerging industries that may require new or refocused MEM trade and technical skills (e.g. CSG, Defence projects etc.) Slide 10 OPTION 2: RE-INVIGORATION Stronger focus on the future while keeping current strengths Recognise MEMs traditional role as a facilitator and leader of bi-partite training related changes to improve productivity Recognise calls for more guidance, more pathways, more explanatory material, more qualifications, as also evidence of difficulty of some users are having in matching MEM05 to their needs Slide 11 WHAT IS MEANT BY RE-INVIGORATION Recognition of MEMs role in: 1. Work preparatory training 2. Skilled worker entry level training 3. Facilitation of career pathways and up-skilling through progression training All current MEM qualifications can be categorised as intended for either a 1 or 2 role Need to recognise that the current MEM05 does 2 better than 1 or 3 Recognition that the degree of change required to meet policy and regulatory required changes (e.g. in electrical trade area) create an opportunity and not just a challenge Slide 12 FUTURE MEM STRATEGY CONCEPTS Three levels of products: Work preparatory: Products may be targeted to both school and VET systems and are not aligned to full industry competence but ready an individual for initial employment and further training Skilled worker qualifications: the first level aligned to sector occupation / job Extension training qualifications: a progression from the skilled worker qualification. Slide 13 TWO PRONGED RE-INVIGORATION STRATEGY 1. Further improve work preparatory and entry level training 2. Re- organise MEM progression training to: Explicitly recognise growth areas Incorporate latest technologies Simplify structures Encourage skill development Slide 14 PROACTIVE STRATEGY OPTION PROS: Can be sold as responsive & provides leadership Future looking while building on current support base Continues to provide solid all round training in key entry areas of traineeship, apprenticeship and cadetship CONS: Bigger job May encourage push for separate qualifications from different sectors Slide 15 ANALYSIS AND DETAILS Slide 16 PRODUCTION Current Proposed Progression mostly dependent on additional technical skills Strong demand for non MEM qualifications e.g. Process Manufacturing and Competitive Manufacturing (now CSP) qualifications Progression requires companies and learners to separate out technical (MEM) and non technical (e.g. CSP) skill strategies Confusion over two AQF 2 production qualifications Result is that production entry level training works better than production up- skilling training Greater access to CSP skills, for application with technical skills Progression emphasis to be supported through: updating of packaging of underpinning skills Inclusion of CSP units e.g. to adapt, contribute to projects, work with others, provide customer service, understand quality, communicate well Review of production technical units to capture any technology changes and new sectors Clearer advice on targeting of production qualifications Slide 17 PRODUCTION PATHWAY CURRENT PROPOSED Extension qualifications Certificate III in Engineering Production Systems Certificate III in Boating Services Certificate II in Engineering- Production Technology Engineering Production - Skilled worker entry qualifications Certificate II in Engineering Certificate II in Boating Services Work preparatory programs Certificate I in Engineering Certificate I in Boating Services Certificate II in Manufacturing Technology Extension qualifications Certificate III in Engineering Production Systems Certificate III in Boating Services Certificate II in Engineering- Production Technology Engineering Production - Skilled worker entry qualifications Certificate II in Engineering Certificate II in Boating Services Work preparatory programs To be decided ( i.e. awaiting MSA advice) Slide 18 TRADE PATHWAYS CurrentProposed Support for current apprenticeship related Certificate III qualifications as entry skilled worker training Certificate III - Electrical /Electronic qualification will need rewrite because of attitude of regulators Majority of tradespersons are employed at the special class level or higher Lack of obvious and targeted pathways for post-trade skill development Growing call for higher trade skills that address economic and technology priorities New electrical and electronic Certificate III trade related qualifications for regulatory requirements Addition of new and targeted Certificate IV qualifications to address post trade specialist skills needs in areas identified as economic priorities e.g. Resources Infrastructure Systems and Equipment Defence Systems and Equipment Rapid and emerging technologies (rapid prototyping and other additive technologies) Sustainability systems Establish clearer pathways advice for progression through trade, technician and professional occupations Slide 19 TRADE PATHWAYS - CURRENT Extension qualificationsDiploma of Engineering Advanced Trade Certificate IV in Engineering Engineering Trades - Skilled worker qualifications Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Certificate III in Engineering Electrical/Electronic Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Certificate III in Engineering Jewellery Certificate III in Watch and Clock Service and Repair Certificate III in Engineering Marine Craft Certificate III in Engineering Locksmithing Certificate III in Engineering Boating Services Work preparatory programsCertificate I in Engineering Slide 20 TRADE PATHWAYS - PROPOSED Extension qualifications Diploma of Engineering Advanced Trade Certificate IV in Engineering Certificate IV in Boating Services Certificate IV in Advanced Jewellery Manufacture Certificate IV in Access Control (Locksmithing) Qualifications/streams/skill sets: Resources Infrastructure Systems and Equipment Defence Systems and Equipment Licensed Electrical Mechanic and instrumentation Contemporary Manufacturing technologies e.g.: o Additive technologies o Emerging technologies o Sustainability related engineering Slide 21 TRADE PATHWAYS - PROPOSED Engineering Trades - Base qualifications Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Certificate III in Engineering Jewellery Certificate III in Watch and Clock Service and Repair Certificate III in Engineering Marine Craft Certificate III in Engineering Locksmithing Certificate III in Engineering Boating Services Certificate III in Engineering Licensed Electrical Mechanic Certificate III in Engineering Licensed Electrical Fitter Certificate III in Engineering Electronics and instrumentation Certificate III in Engineering Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Certificate III in Marine Surveying Work preparatory programs To be decided Slide 22 TRADE PROGRESSION PRIORITIES Mining & resources engineering (mechanical & fabrication) Defence Industries (communications, logistics, materials, technology etc.) Electronic & communication technologies (emphasis on control technology, systems integration and human machine interfaces etc.) Sustainability related engineering Slide 23 TECHNICIAN / PARAPROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS Current Proposed Extension qualifications Vocational Graduate Diploma of Engineering Advanced Diploma of Engineering Engineering Technician - Skilled worker qualifications Diploma of Engineering Technical Certificate III in Engineering -Technical Engineering Technician - Work preparatory programs Certificate I in Engineering Extension qualificationsVocational Graduate Diploma of Engineering Advanced Diploma of Engineering Qualifications/skill sets: Resources sector Defence Metallurgy Modern Manufacturing Civil/Structural Engineering NDT Engineering Technician - Base qualifications Diploma of Engineering Technical Certificate III in Engineering - Technical Certificate IV in Detail Drafting Engineering Technician - Work preparatory programs Certificate I in Engineering Slide 24 RE-INVIGORATE - HOW? New pathways for modern operations Provide more development units that build on a solid grounding of the basics, and progress to skills and outcomes that target specialised industry needs. Development options include: New qualifications New units New streams or skill sets New explanatory advice Slide 25 Installation & Commissioning Maintenance & Diagnostics Machine & Process Operations Drawing, Drafting & Design Quality Materials Handling Forging Assembly Communication Training Planning Casting & Moulding Surface Finishing Fabrication Measurement Occupational Health & Safety Core Foundation Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Metal & Engineering Competency Standards FIELDS FIELDS Slide 26 Metal & Engineering Competency Standards FIELDS Jewellery Surface Finishing Boat Building Locksmithing Watchmaking FIELDS