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CAMPUSES

Collingwood

20 Otter St

Collingwood VIC 3066

Epping

Corner Cooper St and Dalton Rd

Epping VIC 3076

Fairfield

Yarra Bend Rd

Fairfield VIC 3078

Greensborough

Civic Drive

Greensborough VIC 3088

Heidelberg

Corner Waterdale Rd and Bell St

Heidelberg West VIC 3081

Prahran

144 High St

Prahran VIC 3181

Preston

77 St Georges Rd

Preston VIC 3072

TRAINING CENTRES

Ararat

Grano St

Ararat VIC 3377

Growling Frog Vineyard

1910 Donnybrook Rd

Yan Yean VIC 3755

Northern AMEP Centre

Corner Belfast and Blair St

Broadmeadows VIC 3047

Northern Lodge, Eden Park

Glen Robin Crt

Eden Park VIC 3757

Northern Lodge, Yan Yean

2005 Plenty Rd

Yan Yean VIC 3755

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Melbourne Polytechnic @ Northland Shopping Centre

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Melbourne Polytechnic @ Westfield Plenty Valley

Shop 23, 415 McDonalds Rd, Mill Park VIC 3082

Melbourne Polytechnic @ Westfield Doncaster

Level 1, Shop 1035, 619 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108

Melbourne Polytechnic @ Chapel Street

403 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3181

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C o n t e n t sAGRICULTURE 5Basic Home Butchery 5

Farm Chemical Users Course 5

Farm Fencing 5

Fork Lift Refresher 6

Introduction to Tractors 6

Whole Farm Planning 7

ART AND DESIGN 7Children’s Book Illustration – Introduction 7

Children’s Book Illustration – Intermediate 7

Introduction to Screen Printed T–shirts/bags 8

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION 8Basic Carpentry 8

Bespoke Furniture Making 8

Elevated Work Platform, Operator Licence “Yellow Card” (NSW) 9

Furniture Making 9

BUSINESS 9Cooling Towers for Auditors 9

Microsoft Excel 10

CAREER PATHWAYS 10Skills Training for Employment Pathways (STEP) 10

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN 10AutoCAD Level 1 10

Revit for Beginners 11

COURSES FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING NEEDS 11

A Fitter Me 11

Animation 11

Café Culture 12

Choir 12

Clerical 12

Community 12

Dance and Movement 13

Introduction to Hospitality 13

Introduction to Trades 13

Garden Maintenance 13

Life Skills Cooking 14

Multimedia 14

Textile Arts 14

Performing Arts 14

Taster Elective 15

ELECTRICAL 16Disconnect Reconnect Restricted

Electrical Workers Licence – Class 2 16

Licensed Electrical Assessment (LEA) – Electrical Practice (LEP) – Tutorial 16

Licensed Electrical Assessment (LEA) – Electrical Theory (LET) – Tutorial 17

Licensed Electrical Assessment (LEA) – Safe Working Practice (SWP) – Tutorial 17

Licensed Electrician Practical (LEP) – Assessment 17

Licensed Electrician Theory (LET) – Assessment 17

Safe Work Practice (SWP) – Assessment 17

Open Cabling Registration (ACMA Cabling) 18

Registered Electrical Contractor (REC) 18

Testing and Tagging of Portable Electrical Appliances 18

FLORISTRY 19Charming Bouquets 19

Floristry - Terrarium 19

Modern Floral Arrangements 19

Traditional Christmas Wreath 19

Wearable Floral Pieces 19

HORTICULTURE 20Chainsaw Operation and Safety 20

CAD Landscape Design 20

Commercial Hydroponic Crop Production 20

Composting and Managing Your Soil 21

Construction of Dry Stone Walls 21

Farm Chemical Users Course 21

Farm Chemical Users Refresher Course 21

Fumigation Course 22

Garden History – Tours 22

Garden and Lawn Weeds 22

General Propagation – Grafting 22

Install Garden Irrigation Systems 22

Introduction to Beekeeping 23

Introduction to Pests and Diseases 23

Landscape Design 23

Laying Turf 23

Paving 23

Pest Management Technician 24

Plant Tissue Culture 24

Practical Backyard Beekeeping 24

Propagation – Seed raising 25

Specialist Pruning – Bonsai, Fruit Trees, Roses and Vines 25

Timber Pests 25


HOSPITALITY 25Café Life 25

Cooking Skills Taster 26

Food Hygiene for Handlers 26

Food Safety Supervisors 26

Food Safety Package 26

Introduction to Basic Cooking Life Skills 27

Introduction to Espresso Coffee Making 27

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) 27

Taster in Café Life 27

JEWELLERY 28CAD 3Design for Jewellery 28

Gem Setting 28

Intermediate Jewellery 28

Introductory Jewellery 28

Jewellery Enamelling 29

Silversmithing 29

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY 29Construction Induction Card

(formerly Red Card Training) 29

Provide First Aid 30

Perform CPR 30

Provide Advanced First Aid 30

First Aid Package 30

ONLINE COURSES 31Melbourne Polytechnic now offers hundreds of online courses 31

PHOTOGRAPHY 31Basic Digital Camera 31

PLASTERING AND WALLPAPERING 32Basic Wallpapering for Master Painters Association 32

PLUMBING 32Plumbing Practice 32

RENEWABLE ENERGY 33Grid Connect Install for Qualified Electricians 33

Grid Connect Design 33

Stand Alone Power Supply Systems (SPS) 34

VITICULTURE 34French Wine Scholar 34

Introduction to Wine Making 35

Wine Tasting 35

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines* 35

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits* 36

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines* 36

WELDING 37Intro to Welding – MIG, ARC & Oxyacetylene 37

Advanced MIG/Arc Welding 37

As of 1 January 2015, students wishing to enrol in all short courses that show a National Recognised Training symbol, will need to provide Melbourne Polytechnic with a Unique Student Identifier number (USI). To create this number please visit usi.gov.au

Melbourne Polytechnic makes every effort to ensure that information advertised in this publication is accurate at the time of publishing. Melbourne Polytechnic reserves the right to change or postpone courses and to alter session times, locations, fees and trainers.

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Basic Home Butchery

Course code: SAH028Module code: TS1250

Epping • 1 session • $245 (half a side of sheep is included in the cost)

Day Date Time

Sat 12/5 8.30am–4.30pm

Sat 6/10 8.30am–4.30pm

The Home Butchery short course is a basic course that will give owners, operators of small livestock production enterprises and people involved in the hospitality industry wanting additional skills the knowledge in the `paddock to plate’ process.

This course will cover the skills and knife sharpening and breaking down a carcass (sheep or beef) into primal cuts.

Topics include:

} Plant tour } Knife sharpening } Mutton boning demonstration and practice } Roll and net roast } Bone mutton leg and shoulder, season and roll and pack } Sausage making } Beef boning demonstration (if beef available).

At the end of this course, participants will be able to break a carcass into primal cuts, processing the cuts into a variety of meat products such as roast and sausages.

Please note: Carcass prices may vary due to price variation.

Farm Chemical Users Course

Course code: SOH027 Module code: TS1260, TS1261

Yan Yean Farm • 3 sessions • $350

Day Start–End Time

Tue–Thu 1/5–3/5 9.00am–4.00pm

Tue–Thu 17/7–19/7 9.00am–4.00pm

Tue–Thu 11/9–13/9 9.00am–4.00pm

Tue–Thu 16/10–18/10 9.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic provides a targeted state–wide program of specially designed Farm Chemical Users Courses enabling qualification for ACUP registration.

Our course has been designed for farm owners or farm labourers that are needing to understand farm chemicals, this course offers core units which are an essential requirement to acquire an Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP) in the primary industries.

Users of agricultural chemicals are required to hold an ACUP permit for application of: schedule 7 agricultural chemicals; certain ester herbicide formulations; atrazine soil residual herbicide.

Further, it is most advisable that agricultural chemical users are familiar with legislation relating to off–label use, pesticide drift, record keeping and Chemical Control Areas.

Calibration of spray equipment is an essential facet of the course.

If you would like to undertake a refresher course or are requiring a Commercial Operators Licence, please contact [email protected] to discuss the requirements.

This course consists of the following unit of competency:

AHCCHM303 Prepare and apply chemicalsAHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals

Completion of this Unit of Competency, you will earn credits towards a Nationally Recognised qualification in Agriculture (Certificate I–IV and Diploma).

Farm Fencing

Course code: SAH013 Module code: TS1298



Sat–Sun 21/4–22/4 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat–Sun 1/9–2/9 9.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic is providing training in the basic skills of conventional farm fencing for land owners and tenants of small farms or if you are building your knowledge to enable you to work in the rural areas.

Topics include:

} Introduction to subject and assessment method } Equipment required to construct and maintain fences } Identify fences appropriate for livestock } Safety issues and legal requirements for fences } Basic design and operation of a fence } Electric fence design (temporary, cells and permanent) } Selection of appropriate energiser } Budgeting for fence construction } Construction of permanent fence } Demonstration safe use of equipment } Selecting appropriate fencing knots } Texting of voltage levels in fence } Gate construction.

On completion of this course, participants will have developed the skills and knowledge to construct and maintain conventional farm fencing.


AHCINF303A Plan and construct conventional fencing


Fork Lift Licence Course code: SAH039Module code: TS1206

Epping • 5 sessions • $675


Mon–Fri 5/2–9/2 8.00am–4.00pm

Mon–Fri 16/4–20/4 8.00am–4.00pm

Mon–Fri 4/6–8/6 8.00am–4.00pm

Mon–Fri 6/8–10/8 8.00am–4.00pm

Mon–Fri 8/10–12/10 8.00am–4.00pm

Pre requisites: Participants must be over 18 years old. Proof of age (Photo ID) and proof of citizenship/residency will be required for the assessment and licence application.

Our forklift licence training course is designed for people with little or no previous forklift driving experience, as well as advanced forklift drivers wishing to get their licence for the first time.

Upon successful completion you will be issued with a Licence to Perform High Risk Work card issued by WorkSafe Victoria (LF Class).

Licence application fee: $60.00 per notice of assessment. Payable to Victorian WorkCover Authority or Australia Post.

The course consists of the following unit of competency:

TLILIC2001A Licence to operate a forklift truck

Fork Lift Refresher


Epping & Workplace • 1 session • $220

Please register your interest with Melbourne Polytechnic Short course staff on 03 9269 8615.

Prerequisites: Operator needs to be over the age of 18 and be able to demonstrate experience in operation of forklift machinery.

Melbourne Polytechnic is offering a Forklift refresher training course that has been designed for holders of a forklift truck licence who require a refresher course to maintain currency in the operation of a forklift truck. The course will be accessed by an experienced forklift truck licensed operator.

Introduction to Tractors



Day Date Time

Sat–Sun & Sat 17/3–25/3 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat–Sun & Sat 13/10–21/10 9.00am–4.00pm

This unique short course is offered over a weekend at Melbourne Polytechnic’s farm in Yan Yean.

Topics include:

} Introduction to subject and assessment method } Basic description on types of tractors available } Tractors safety including legislation and video } Look over basic components and safety features of tractors } Perform pre–start checks } Routine safety checks } Mechanical hazards } Tractor operation } Attach equipment } Operate tractors in a range of different environments } Selection of equipment to match tractor performance } Attach, reverse and remove a trailed implement fitted with

remote hydraulics } Attach, operate and remove a pto driven implement } Operate a tractor and implement in field conditions } Final tractor assessment.


AHCMOM202 Operate tractors

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Whole Farm Planning


Epping & Yan Yean Farm • 9 sessions • $450


Sat 21/4–16/6 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat 8/9–27/10 9.00am–4.00pm

This course runs over 4 Saturdays including a field trip.

Learn the full set of basics on Farm Planning at Melbourne Polytechnic’s farm in Yan Yean, and feel confident and well on the way to your life on the land.

Topics include:

} Introductions and aims } History of whole farm planning } Purchase of aerial photographs } Land classification and capabilities } The planning process } Sustainable land management } Soils, limiting factors for land use } Soil sampling and understanding analysis results } Soils practical exercise } Using and understanding aerial photographs } Itemising physical and natural resources and infrastructure } Protecting wetlands and waterways } Soil erosion and land care } Managing water requirements on farms

} Designs of troughs tanks and water reticulation } Protection against fire and drought } Managing pastures, ewes and pests } Livestock health and welfare } Identifying the legal requirements of land management } Protecting endangered species and areas of cultural significance } Developing risk management strategies } Managing climate and direction for the business } Swot analysis } Selecting and enterprise } Land mapping using a gps electronic mapping and computer

applications, e.G. Tumaus } Developing an action calendar of operations } Implementation of your whole farm plan } Funding opportunities for revegetation and land care works } Establishing budgets for planned projects } Monitor and review your plan.


AHCAGB505 Develop a whole farm plan


A R T A N D D E S I G NFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Children’s Book Illustration – Introduction

Course code: SVA069 Module code: TS724

Preston • 5 sessions • $400


Tue 8/5–5/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Tue 7/8–4/9 6.00pm–9.00pm

Children’s books have entertained readers for centuries. This course explores the art of creating images for different types of children’s picture books by exploring basic drawing techniques, page composition and storytelling through pictures.

Topics include:

} Picture book genres } Using different media } Materials and techniques } Choosing subject matter } Exploring concept development through practical tasks.

Children’s Book Illustration – Intermediate

Course code: SVA073Module code: TS750



Tue 9/10–13/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Learn to create beautiful, illustrated worlds in this intermediate short course. Creative participants will learn to illustrate books for children.

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

} Develop your own characters to suit a given text. } Draw facial expressions. } Create a story board from a given text or book concept. } Understand book composition and text placement.


Introduction to Screen Printed T–shirts/bags


Prahran • 3 sessions • $320


Sat 12/5–26/5 10.00am–1.30pm

Sat 13/10–27/10 10.00am–1.30pm

Participant will learn about hand–drawn and cut stencils, photo emulsion stencils, ink types and simple printing techniques using paper, fabric and other media.

Topics include:

} Introduction to screen printing } Table preparation } Screen preparation } Dos and don’ts creating a simple design and cutting a stencil } Mixing and matching colours } Learning about drop–out.

B U I L D I N G A N D C O N S T R U CT I O NFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Basic Carpentry

Course code: SBU020 Module code: TS186

Heidelberg • 8 sessions • $770


Tue 6/2–27/3 6.00pm–9.00pm

Tue 8/5–26/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Tue 31/7–18/9 6.00pm–9.00pm

Tue 9/10–4/12 6.00pm–9.00pm

This practical course gives participants the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and practical experience in basic carpentry combined with related WH&S requirements.

Topics include:

} Basic tools (use and maintenance selected for task) } Construction joints identified and manufactured } Hand power tools are safely and correctly used } A selected project to be constructed using the above skills } Safe work practices to be followed according to WH&S

At the end of the course, participants will have a basic understanding in safety; correct identification of construction joints; safe and correct use of basic hand tools; safe and correct use of hand power tools/ construction of a basic project.

Bespoke Furniture Making




Thu 15/2–19/4 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 3/5–5/7 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 19/7–20/9 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 11/10–13/12 6.00pm–9.00pm

This course enables participants with existing furniture making skills and knowledge or graduates of the furniture making courses to continue to develop their knowledge and skills in the craft of making bespoke furniture.

Participants will design and make a project of their own choice, which will encourage participants to explore their area of interest enabling them to produce Furniture items of significance.

The participants are encouraged to source their own materials with a restricted range available for purchase from Melbourne Polytechnic.

Topics include:

} Timber choice for bespoke furniture } Sources of timber and timber products } Design and planning for furniture making } Development of production process planning } Selection and safe use of hand and power tools } Safe use of furniture making machinery } Selection and making of furniture joints } Assemble planning and techniques } Selection and use of glues } Preparation for finishing } Selection and application of bespoke

furniture finishes.

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Elevated Work Platform, Operator Licence “Yellow Card” (NSW)


Epping • 1 session • $440

Day Starting Time

Mon 28/2 8.00am–5.00pm

Please note: This course is offered on the last Monday of the month.

This program enables participants to develop a basic knowledge, understanding and use of an elevated work platform and the role of the elevated work platform within the building construction industry.

On completion of this course, participants will have developed basic skills and knowledge about using a typical EWP to a maximum height of 10.9 metres.

Candidates can make an application for a licence/yellow card via the Elevated Work Platform Operator’s Association.

Furniture Making

Course code: SFM001 Module code: TS185



Thu 15/2–19/4 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 3/5–5/7 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 19/7–20/9 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 11/10–13/12 6.00pm–9.00pm

This course will enable participants to use hand tools to construct a simple piece of furniture incorporating a range of basic furniture joints and fastenings.

Topics include:

} Develop hand skills } Identify a range of hand tools } Use correctly and maintain in good condition a basic range of

hand tools } Construct a range of basic joints } Use correctly and maintain in good condition a range of

powered tools and equipment } Construct a simple piece of furniture incorporating a range of

joints, fastening and finish ready for a clear lacquer.

At the end of the course, participants will develop the skills and knowledge to correctly use a range of hand tools, construct a range of basic furniture joints and construct a simple piece of furniture.

B U S I N E S SFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Cooling Towers for Auditors

Course code: SBE269Module code: TS1021

Preston • 4 sessions • $1,395


Tue–Fri 1/5–4/5 9.00am–4.00pm

Tue–Fri 27/11– 30/11 9.00am–4.00pm

The Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and the Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2009 require owners of land on which cooling tower systems are located to develop a Risk Management Plan (RMP).

These plans must address the risk prescribed in the regulations:

} The Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 requires that the owner of the land take all reasonable steps to ensure that an audit is performed of the RMP.

} Section 94 allows the Secretary to certify a person to conduct a risk management plan audit and approve that person for the purposes of the Act.

To be considered for certification, the applicant must satisfactorily complete Melbourne Polytechnic’s Cooling Tower Systems for Auditors course.

Topics include:

} Auditing } Legionella – causes, consequences and risk factors, legal

requirements of building owners, operators and auditors } Cooling tower design and terminology, Australian Standards

3666: brief overview } Audit approach and methodology review } Inspection of documentation } Record keeping } Reporting non–compliance } Completing the auditing certificate } Practice audit.

As mentioned, successful participants can apply to the Department of Health Services for certification as an approved auditor.


Microsoft Excel

Course code: SBE261 Module code: TS1031



Wed 7/3–28/3 6.00pm—9.00pm

Wed 23/5–13/6 6.00pm—9.00pm

Wed 29/8–19/9 6.00pm—9.00pm

Wed 7/11–28/11 6.00pm—9.00pm

Participants will gain the knowledge and skills to create simple spreadsheets using basic functions of Microsoft Excel.

Topics include:

} Introduction to excel } Operating ‘new’, ‘save as’, and ‘save’ } Editing and using workbooks } Range selection } Coping, moving and filling data } Basic formulas and functions } Formula referencing } Formatting workbooks – bold, italics, bullets, borders,

font appearance.

CA R E E R PAT H WAY SFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Skills Training for Employment Pathways (STEP)

Course code: SPP029Module code: PP1200, PP1201, PP1202, PP1203, PP1204, PP1205, PP1206, PP1207, PP1208, PP1209

Ararat • 5 sessions • $350


Mon–Fri 16/4–20/4 9.00am–3.30pm

Mon–Fri 2/7–6/7 9.00am–3.30pm

Tue & Thu 8/5–7/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Prerequisite: Participant has be have a local tertiary qualification

Find, apply for and get the job you want!

The STEP program is designed for domestically qualified professionals who require training to effectively participate in job search and employment.

Participants have specialised knowledge and technical skills and need to develop a higher-level professional communication skills to survey the local job market, to respond to job advertisements and to present at job interviews.

Topics include:

} Job search skills } CV writing skills } Interview skills } Personal branding/social media presence.

Upon completion of the program, students will have developed the skills that will give them the confidence to seek employment opportunities in their chosen field.

C O M P U T E R A I D E D D E S I G NFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

AutoCAD Level 1

Course code: SMM012Module code: TS139



Mon 19/2–26/3 5.30pm–9.30pm

Mon 23/7–20/8 5.30pm–9.30pm

Mon 15/10–19/11 5.30pm–9.30pm

If you have ever wanted to learn to use AutoCAD or improve your 2D drafting skills, then this course provides the ideal introduction to the basic features and capabilities of the software so 2D drawings and documentation can be created from 2D models.

This intensive, non–discipline specific course does not require you to have previous computer drafting experience, and one–on–one tuition is provided during the class to help participants.

Topics include:

} Sketched features } Placed features } Work planes, axis and points } Assemblies and constraints } Motion, interference.

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Revit for Beginners

Course code: SET089 Module code: SET089



Thu 23/4–21/5 5.30–9.30pm

Thu 27/8–24/9 5.30–9.30pm

Revit for Beginners will help bring your designs into reality with the aid of Revit’s 3D technology. Revit is a virtual building world in full 3D.

The Revit software automatically creates drafting sheets and material schedules from your 3D model.

Reinforce what you learn in class with Melbourne Polytechnic’s online learning Moodle based Video MP4 checking and modelling; drawing view; drawing templates; and bill animations, covering every topic in the course.

Topics include:

} Revit overview } Understand the Revit interface } Create, copy and paste views } Use of Grid lines } Views and plot large formats. } Create designs by adding floors, footings, foundation walls,

shafts, columns walls,windows and doors } Use of simplified structure engineering templates.

Participants are assessed by assessments of hard copy plots and task sheet questions.

C O U R S E S FO R P E O P L E W I T H L E A R N I N G N E E D SFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

A Fitter Me

Course code: SWE004 Module code: TS1051



Wed 2/5–13/6 9.00am–12.00pm

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00am–12.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic training program, offers participants with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will learn about improving their health and wellbeing.

Topics include:

} Nutrition } Exercise and diet } Lifestyle choices and barriers to a healthy lifestyle.

Skills gained and benefits through participation may include: working as part of a team; communication skills; new friendship networks; a ‘taster’ for participants considering studying at TAFE; self management / independence; increasing self confidence and self–esteem.

There are no prerequisites for this program.

Animation


Preston, Greensborough & Prahran • 7 sessions • $495


Wed 2/5–13/6 9.15pm–12.15pm

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00pm–12.00pm

In this Melbourne Polytechnic program, participants with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will explore different aspects of animation and its use in the commercial world. Commercials, cartoons, films and comics are included.

The course will enable participants to develop animation skills, develop story lines and explore computer animation programs, as well as hand drawing.

Topics include:

} Computer animation } Story boards } Hand drawn animation.




Café Culture


Preston & Prahran • 7 sessions • $495


Wed 2/5–13/6 9.15am–12.15pm

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00am–12.00pm

In this Melbourne Polytechnic program, participants with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will explore the industry via visits to coffee shops.

Participants will practice making coffee, tea and other beverages.

Topics include:

} What is café culture? } Exploring coffee shops } What are the ingredients of a successful café? } Hands on experience making tea, coffee and other drinks.

Skills gained and benefits through participation may include: working as part of a team; communication skills; new friendship networks; a ‘taster’ for participants considering studying at TAFE self management / independence; increasing self–esteem.

Choir

Course code: SWE006Module code: TS1053



Wed 2/5–13/6 9.00am–12.00pm

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00am–12.00pm

Get in tune with Melbourne Polytechnic’s short course choir!

Participants with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will explore various musical styles.

Topics include:

} Look at their individual music preferences } Work as a team to select pieces of music to sing } Experience singing as a choir } Increase self–confidence and self–esteem.



Clerical


Preston • 17 sessions• $420.00

Day Date Time

Mon & Fri 16/7–30/11 9.00am–12.00pm

In this short course, individuals with learning needs and disabilities who are still in school can begin to plan for pathways post-school and start to integrate into adult education tertiary education. Focusing on clerical tasks, participants can find insight and opportunity in the work environment.

Topics include:

} Communication - identify different types of appropriate workplace communication

} Participating in group discussions and activities } Learning to work in a team } Rights & responsibilities of employees and employers } Learning the difference between positive and negative criticism } Developing clerical skills } Learning about different jobs in this industry } Using various professional office equipment } Problem solving } WH&S.

Community



Day Date Time

Wed 21/2–21/11 9.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s program will assist student with a disability and/or learning difficulties to develop skills to enjoy greater independence to participate in the community.

Topics include:

} Banking } Housing } Independent living } Legal support } Health and job agencies.

Participants will visit their own community, be a peer leader/guide for the group, showing key services/facilities that meet interest and personal needs and showcase in the role of local government.

Participants’ skills will be enhanced to participant effectively in their local community as a citizen.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to access and use community information, resources and networks to access services and information and meet own needs as community member and consumer.

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Dance and Movement



Day Date Time

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00am–12.00pm

In this Melbourne Polytechnic training program, students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will have an opportunity for students to work together in a project based setting to enhance skills dance and movement, production and performing arts industry.

This program meets the needs of students with learning needs and disabilities by expanding their experiences through hands on and project based learning.

Dance and Movement will give students a ‘taster’ and insight into the arts industry and work opportunities.

Topics include:

} Identifying different types of appropriate workplace communication

} Participate in group discussions and activities } Learning to work in a team } Rights & responsibilities of employees & employers } Learning the difference between positive & negative criticism } Develop skills in this industry } Problem solving } WH&S } Work skills.

Introduction to Hospitality




Thu 15/2–29/11 9.00am–12.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic training program, offers participants with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will have an opportunity for participants to work together in a project based setting to enhance skills in cleaning and maintaining kitchen and equipment, hygiene and food safety, basic food preparation and venue set up.

This program meets the needs of participants with learning needs and intellectual disabilities by expanding their experiences through hands on and project based learning. The course provides a ‘taster’ into the hospitality industry with the option of undertaking accredited course on completion.

Introduction to Hospitality will give participants an insight into the hospitality industry and work opportunities.

Topics include:


} Participate in group discussions and activities } Learning to work in a team } Rights & responsibilities of employees & employers } Learning the difference between positive & negative criticism } Develop skills in this industry } Learn about different jobs in this industry } Use various equipment } Teamwork } Problem solving } WH&S.

Participate in a range of routine and predictable hospitality work activities.

Introduction to Trades



Day Date Time

Wed 18/7–21/11 9.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s program is offering participants with a disability and/or learning difficulties the opportunity to work together in a project based setting to enhance skills across a number of industries.

Topics include:

} Communication–identifying different types of appropriate workplace communication

} Participate in group discussions and activities } Learning to work in a team } Workplace rights and responsibilities of employees and

employers } Learning the difference between positive and negative criticism } Develop skills in this industry } Learn about different jobs in this industry } Use various hand tools and equipment } Problem solving and WH&S.

Introduction to Trades will give participants an insight into a number of trade industries and work opportunities within these industries.

Completion of this course will give you knowledge to be able to pursue other opportunities in the trades such as Builders labourers, carpentry, bricklaying, painting and decorating and landscaping etc.

Garden Maintenance



Day Date Time

Wed 2/5–13/6 9.00am–12.00pm

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00am–12.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s course for participants with a disability and/ or learning difficulties will plan a garden project.


Topics include:

} Look at gardening tools } Participate in the care and maintenance of gardening tools } Learn about occupational health and safety } Create and maintain garden beds and planter boxes } Participate in potting plants } Participate in sowing seeds } Participate in weeding } Participate in lawn mowing.

Skills gained and benefits through participation may include: working as part of a team; communication skills; new friendship networks; a ‘taster’ for participants considering studying at TAFE; self management / independence; increasing self confidence and self–esteem provide pathways to accredited courses within the Work Education Centre.


Life Skills Cooking




Wed 2/5–13/6 9.15am–12.15pm

In this Melbourne Polytechnic program, student with disabilities and/or learning difficulties will learn how to stock a pantry with cooking essentials, and to cook simple meals on a budget.

Topics include:

} Food nutrition } Core ingredients for everyday cooking } Reading recipes } Cooking simple meals

Skills gained and benefits through participant may include: working as part of a team; communication skills, new friendship networks; a ‘taster’ for students considering studying at TAFE; self management/independence; increasing self confidence and self esteem.


This short course does not provide credits, however, will assist students to experience the benefits of studying at Melbourne Polytechnic and can provide pathways to accredited courses within the Work Education.

Multimedia



Day Date Time

Fri 16/2–29/6 9.00am–12.00pm

Fri 20/7–30/11 9.00am–12.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s program is offering participants with a disability and/or learning difficulties the opportunity to work together in a project based setting to enhance skills in using multimedia in the workplace and for personal use.

Topics include:

} Communication–identifying different types of appropriate workplace communication

} Participate in group discussions and activities } Learning to work in a team } Workplace rights and responsibilities of employees and

employers } Learning the difference between positive and negative criticism } Develop skills in this industry } Learn about different jobs in this industry } Use various equipment } Problem solving and WH&S.

At the end of this course the participants will have been given an insight into areas and industries where multimedia is used and work opportunities.

Textile Arts



Day Date Time

Wed 2/5–13/6 9.00am–12.00pm

Wed 25/7–5/9 9.00am–12.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s program is offering students with a disability and/or learning difficulties to explore every day art and sculptures, and participate community art projects. Students will also explore working with a variety of materials.

The program has been designed so students plan, collect material and create their own art project.

Topics include:

} Working as part of a team } Communication skills } New friendship networks } A ‘taster’ for students considering studying at tafe } Self management / independence } Increasing self confidence and self–esteem.


Performing Arts



Day Date Time

Tue & Thu 13/2–22/11 9.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic training program is offering, participants with disabilities and/or learning difficulties an opportunity for participants to work together in a project based setting to enhance skills in theatre and production, set design and construction, staging and production and performing arts industry.

This program meets the needs of participants with learning needs and disabilities by expanding their experiences through hands on and project based learning.

Performing Arts will give participants a ‘taster’ and insight into the creative arts industry and work opportunities.

Topics include:


} Participate in group discussions and activities } Learning to work in a team } Rights & responsibilities of employees & employers } Learning the difference between positive & negative criticism } Develop skills in this industry } (Performance making, the industry, theatre in context) } Learn about different jobs in this industry } Use various equipment } Problem solving } WH&S } Work skills.

This program will provide participants with a Participation Certificate in Performing Arts.

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Taster Elective

Course code:SWE023Module code: TS1234

Preston • 17 sessions• $420.00

Day Date Time

Mon & Fri 16/7–30/11 9.00am–12.00pm

Try your hand at a new skill with our ‘taster’ electives. If you want to take the next step in your career, but you’re not quite sure which direction to take, this short course is for you.

Participants will choose one of the following areas of study:

} Administration } Hospitality } Initial adult literacy and numeracy } Multimedia } Performing arts } Technology.

Subjects are delivered on campus in general classrooms, computer labs and training kitchens. Students also participate in excursions to gain awareness of current industry trends and expectations so that during the ‘taster’ course, skills are developed according to the chosen study area.

Administration:

} Workplace Health and Safety } Basic office tasks } Operating office equipment and professional software

programs

Hospitality:

} Cleaning } Hygiene and food safety } Workplace Health and Safety } Basic food preparation.

Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy:

This area of study provides skills in reading, writing, numeracy, and listening and oral communication to increase independence and participation in the community and the workplace.

} Recognising whole numbers } Understanding coins and bank notes } Basic addition and subtraction } Writing simple words } Communicating with simple sentences } Communicating with pictures and symbols.

Multimedia:

} Digital photography } Photo editing } Animation and short film } Music production.

Performing Arts:

} Acting – movement, relaxation, teamwork } Interpersonal skills } Performance of a short piece in front of an audience.

Technology:

} Safe use of technology } Responsible use of social media } Accessing learning options online } Digital communication - using email and attaching photos.

Convenient and Affordable

Instructor Lead Format

Online CourseAccessible 24/7

ONLINEEDUCATION

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Disconnect Reconnect Restricted Electrical Workers Licence – Class 2

Course code: SET069Module code: TS741, TS972, TS973, TS974, TS975

Preston • 14 sessions • $850 • Plus $180.00 for assessment


Mon & Thu 8/2–29/3 5.30–9.30pm

Mon & Thu 14/5–28/6 5.30–9.30pm

Mon & Thu 6/8–20/9 5.30–9.30pm

Mon & Thu 8/10–22/11 5.30–9.30pm

Prerequisite: A relevant trade.

Included in this course:

UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace.

This course gives the participants the skills and knowledge required in electrical safety and basic electrical principles to enable them to apply to Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) for their RESTRICTED ELECTRICAL WORKERS LICENCE Class 2. This licence allows you to safely disconnect and reconnect low voltage electrical equipment for the purposes of repair, replace and maintenance purposes according to the prescribed procedures.

Recommended: Candidates who are considering obtaining this licence, is recommended to contact ESV on 1800 815 721, prior to enrolling into our course. ESV will issue candidate with a letter of authorisation for course attendance only. This letter needs to be provided prior to undertaking the assessment. If you don’t obtain this letter, Melbourne Polytechnic cannot confirm that you will be eligible for the licence. ESV make the final decisions.

Please note: A RESTRICTED ELECTRICAL WORKERS LICENCE CLASS 2 will not be automatically issued to participants who have completed the course work. ESV requires participants to successfully pass individual testing in each category requiring endorsement. Upon application ESV makes the final decision in relation to the licence.

Participants are able to select from the following:

UNIT OF COMPETENCY CATEGORY

Air conditioning and refrigeration

UEENEEP012A Disconnect/reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

InstrumentationUEENEEP013A Disconnect/reconnect control devices connected to low voltage installation wiring

ElectronicsUEENEEP012A Disconnect/reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

Water HeatersUEENEEP014A Disconnect/reconnect water heaters connected to low voltage installation wiring.

Electrical Appliances

UEENEEP010A Disconnect/reconnect appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

Composite equipment

UEENEEP012A Disconnect/reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

Control devicesUEENEEP013A Disconnect/reconnect control devices connected to low voltage installation wiring

Gas appliancesUEENEEP012A Disconnect/reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

MotorsUEENEEP015A Disconnect/reconnect motors connected to low voltage installation wiring

Licensed Electrical Assessment (LEA) – Electrical Practice (LEP) – Tutorial

Course code: SET045 Module code: TS539


Day Starting Time

Tue–Thu 6/2 8.30am–4.00pm

At the completion of this course you will demonstrate the knowledge and skills to undertake safe working practices in the disconnection and reconnection of electrical equipment and its associated wiring from the mains supply.

This course will help you prepare for the LEA - LEP Assessment for electricians.

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Licensed Electrical Assessment (LEA) – Electrical Theory (LET) – Tutorial



Day Starting Time

Tue–Thu 13/2–15/2 8.30am–4.00pm

Contact 03 9269 8615 for more dates.

This course will help you prepare for the LEA–LET assessment for electricians.

Topics include:

} Electrical safety } Wiring rules and regulations } Selection of cables; maximum demand } Voltage drop } Transformers } MEN system of earthing } Electric motors and motor starters.

Licensed Electrical Assessment (LEA) – Safe Working Practice (SWP) – Tutorial


Preston • 1 session • $195

Day Starting Time

Mon 5/2 8.00am–4.30pm

Contact 03 9269 8615 for more dates.

At the completion of this course, you will demonstrate the knowledge and skills to undertake safe working practices in the disconnection and reconnection of electrical equipment and its associated wiring from the mains supply.

This course will help you prepare for the LEA–SWP assessment for electricians.

Licensed Electrician Practical (LEP) – Assessment


Heidelberg • 1 session • $255

Day Starting

Each weekday 17/1

Sat 3/2

For times, contact the LEA Assessment booking office on 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Licensed Electrician Practical (LEP) is a practical, four hour assessment testing your competency in wiring a meter box and switchboard; MEN system testing; identifying visual defects; and testing an installation.

Licensed Electrician Theory (LET) – Assessment



Day Starting

Fri 19/1

(once a month)


Licensed Electrician Theory (LET) is a two hour assessment which tests your broad knowledge as an Electrician including electrical safety; wiring rules and regulations; selection of cables; maximum demand; voltage drop; current overload and short–circuit current; and MEN system of earthing.

Safe Work Practice (SWP) – Assessment



Day Starting

Tue 18/1


Safe Working Practice (SWP) for electricians is a 40 minute assessment which tests your ability to undertake safe working practices in the disconnection and reconnection of electrical equipment and its associated wiring from the mains supply.

LEA EXAMINATIONS FOR ELECTRICAL WORKERS

Melbourne Polytechnic is pleased to announce the opening of the LEA Assessment Centre at the Preston campus.

The LEA is a combination of three separate assessments, sat at three different times as part of the requirements of obtaining an electrician’s licence in Victoria.

The Computer Systems & Electrotechnology Department now offers a range of assessment options for electrical licence applicants including A, L and D Class.

Melbourne Polytechnic is authorised by ESV to undertake the LEA assessments as part of the process of gaining the qualification necessary to apply for an A Class electrician’s licence.

All enquiries, please call 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Please note: To apply for your electrical licence you will need to provide your three exam result letters and the MELBOURNE POLYTECHNIC statements of results to ESV. A fee will be charged to reprint these documents.

Prerequisites: Candidates must provide one of the following:

} an Eligibility Letter, or } an Australian Trades Recognition Certificate, or } an Electrician (Supervised) Worker’s Licence (ES licence), or } a Supervised Worker’s Licence (L Licence).


Open Cabling Registration (ACMA Cabling)

Course code: SET072 Module code: ETCBL2137B



Tue & Thu 27/2–29/3 5.30–9.30pm

Tue & Thu 29/5–28/6 5.30–9.30pm

Tue & Thu 21/8–20/9 5.30–9.30pm

Tue & Thu 23/10–27/11 5.30–9.30pm

Open Registration permits all types of telecommunications and data cabling to be installed on the customer’s side of the network boundary in domestic, commercial and industrial premises, including multi–building campus environments.

This course will provide knowledge, awareness and practical experience of Australian Communications and Media Authorities (ACMA) regulations on the telecommunications cabling industry and meet the competency requirements for the ACMA Open (cabler provider rules) Cabling Licence.

Prerequisites: This course is suitable for qualified electricians, carrier–trained technicians/lines persons (i.e. Telstra) or persons with equivalent qualifications who have an aggregated 360 hours relevant cabling experience. Relevant cabling experience means experience in installing telecommunications, electrical, data, security alarm, fire alarm, or lift cables. If you don’t fall within any of these categories you will require an assessment by a workplace/ RPL assessor to determine other modules required to meet ACA Open Registration competency standards.

Topics include:

} Basic telephony and sound characteristics } Switching systems overview } Regulatory framework 2–standards and regulations } Telecommunication cabling installation.

At the end of the course, successful trainees will receive a Statement of Attainment for: ICTCBL2137B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Open Rule. This statement supersedes NTC004, NTC014, NTC017, and NTC111 and is recognised by all Registrars for Open Cabling Registration.

On successful completion of this course, participants will be able to meet the requirements of the Telecommunications Training Advisory Board (TITAB) and be eligible to apply for ACMA registration.

Registered Electrical Contractor (REC)

Course code: SCE0061Module code: TS1207



Mon 29/1–26/3 5.30pm–9.30pm

Mon 30/4–25/6 5.30pm–9.30pm

Mon 23/7–10/9 5.30pm–9.30pm

Mon 8/10–3/12* 5.30pm–9.30pm

*No class on Monday 5 November 2018

Melbourne Polytechnic is offering the Registered Electrical Contractors (REC) for participants that would like to be registered as an Electrical Contractor.

Topics include:

} Knowledge and skills required to ensure regulatory technical, occupational and workplace relations requirements are met in conducting a contracting business

} Apply knowledge of business practices } Technical regulations and standards } Legislated obligations in relation to safety, the environment,

heritage sites, employment and human resources.

This course consists of the following State accredited unit:

VU21527 Conduct an electrical contracting business

Testing and Tagging of Portable Electrical Appliances




Tue & Thu 6/3–27/3 5.30–9.30pm

Tue & Thu 8/5–29/5 5.30–9.30pm

Tue & Thu 7/8–28/8 5.30–9.30pm

Tue & Thu 9/10–30/10 5.30–9.30pm

UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

Are your portable electrical appliances and extension leads safe? If you need to be able to correctly test and tag portable equipment, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Testing and Tagging short course covers the principle requirements specified in Australian Standards AS/ NZS 3760:2010. Many electrical accidents have been caused by damaged portable appliances and extension cords.

In–service inspection and testing provides a cost–effective approach to safety without excessive equipment down time or jeopardizing personnel safety, and this course is ideal for organisations developing WH&S procedures in this area.

Topics include:

} Personal safety } Basic electrical terminology } Australian/new zealand standard as/nzs 3760 & 3012 } Inspecting and testing equipment } Tagging and document control } Insulation resistance and continuity test } Using the insulation resistance and continuity Tester and the

Portable Appliance Tester.


UEENEEP026A Conduct in–service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies

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F L O R I S T RYFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Charming Bouquets

Course code: SOH062Module code: TS1265

Greensborough • 1 session • $200


Fri 4/5 9.30am–12.30pm

Discover your inner florist as our passionate floral designers guide you through the process of creating beautiful bouquets. No prior experience is required!

Learn how to create a rustic, hand-tied bouquet using soft garden style flowers and foliage.

At the end of the session, you will know how to:

} Present your floral creation in a variety of unique wrapping styles

} Combine creativity with floristry technical skills } Arrange flowers using different techniques.

Floristry - Terrarium




Fri 25/5 9.30am–12.30pm

Do you want to grow your own little world? Our passionate floral designers will guide you through the process of creating your own terrarium – the perfect addition to your home.

At the end of this session, you will be able to:

} Prepare a glass fishbowl vase and soil. } Use your own succulents and native long lasting flowers. } Place flowers. } Care for a terrarium.

Modern Floral Arrangements




Fri 18/5 9.30am–12.30pm

Delight the senses with bold, contemporary floral arrangements. Experiment with form using flowers, foliage and more unusual materials such as barks, natural fibres and sticks.

At the end of the session, you will be able to:

} Prepare foam and containers } Combine creativity with floristry technical skills.

Traditional Christmas Wreath




Fri 11/5 9.30am–12.30pm

Feeling festive? Express yourself and learn how to make a decorative wreath with our floristry experts.

Hang your wreath on your door and add some Christmas cheer to your home. You will be sure to wow your guests with your Yuletide creation.


} Make a Christmas wreath with flowers and Christmas baubles. } Combine creativity with floristry technical skills. } Creatively display a wreath.

Wearable Floral Pieces




Fri 1/6 9.30am–12.30pm

Show off your creativity at your next formal event with your very own wearable item. Our floral design experts will teach you how to make a striking, contemporary flower crown.


} Create a fresh flower crown } Use and handle fresh flowers.


H O R T I C U LT U R EFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Chainsaw Operation and Safety

Course code: SOH017 Module code: TS1093

Fairfield & Ararat • 1 session • $275

Day Date Time Campus

Mon 26/2 8.30am–4.00pm Fairfield


Thu 19/4 8.30am–4.00pm Ararat





Fri 27/7 8.30am–4.00pm Fairfield







Melbourne Polytechnic’s short course in Chainsaw Operations and Safety provides users with the basic skills to operate and maintain this potentially dangerous piece of equipment, safely. There is more to using a chainsaw than just starting it up. Get the job done safely with this one–day course.

This course is designed to provide skills in the operation of chainsaws and the promotion of safe working practices. The course is designed for people working in basic operation and maintenance of chainsaws.

Emphasis is placed on the individual’s responsibility to ensure safe working practice is maintained while operating a chainsaw. While this course is appropriate for professionals and occasional user alike, it also benefits anyone who may be using or who may use a chainsaw around the home or farm.

Topics include:

} Describe how a chainsaw can be operated safely } Dismantle, clean and reassemble } Select correct chain bar and chain } Correctly adjust and sharpen a chain } Start, stop and apply emergency chain brake } Determine a safe working zone } Wear appropriate safety gear } Cut the logs and limbs correctly.

Assessment: Practical and written assessment is to be completed in order to obtain a Statement of Attainment.


AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain chainsaws.

Completion of this Unit of Competency, will earn you credits towards some Nationally Recognised qualification courses.

CAD Landscape Design


Greensborough • 10 sessions • $330


Thu 26/7–11/10 6.00pm–9.00pm

Learn all the key elements of drafting specific and accurate drawings using current computer technology to design a practical outdoor space.

Topics include:

} Learn the techniques are used to create a plan; } Develop a landscape plan for your home garden or redevelop

an area } Learn how to create an overall plan for your garden or

home environment.

Commercial Hydroponic Crop Production


Fairfield • 13 sessions • $660


Thu 15/3–21/6 5:30pm–9:00pm

Thu 23/8–29/11 5:30pm–9:00pm

Become a part of this ever–growing industry responsible for the supply of most of the world’s food needs. Enter this expanding industry and be involved with much of the developments that are being made.

Experts in the hydroponic crop production trade are highly sought after as farming specialist’s and organisations look for professionals to excel in future methods to sustain our crops.

The course covers all major aspects of Commercial Hydroponic production using the latest technologies and methods. Our qualified and industry experienced teachers will guide you through your learning modules enabling you to start your career in this emergent trade. The program includes a one day visits to a series of commercial hydroponic operations.

Topics include:

} Overview of the industry } Crop selection } Hydroponic systems } Growing structures and location } Pest and diseases } Plant nutrition and requirements } Visit a series of commercial hydroponic crop production

facilities.

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Composting and Managing Your Soil


Fairfield • 1 session • $100


Fri 11/5 10.00am–2.30pm

Thu 23/8 10.00am–2.30pm

Tue 23/10 10.00am–2.30pm

Bring your garden to life by learning the latest methods of composting.

This program will give you a better understanding of how to improve your garden’s soil quality by turning your green waste into rich compost.

Construction of Dry Stone Walls




Thu–Fri 24/5–25/5 6.00pm–9.00pm

Sat 26/5 9.00am–2.00pm

Thu–Fri 11/10–12/10 6.00pm–9.00pm

Sat 13/10–14/10 9.00am–2.00pm

Learn the ancient art of dry stone wall construction.


} Construct a dry stone wall } Understand construction methods, starting with a good

foundation stone to your finished wall } Decide which type of wall will work best in the given location.

Farm Chemical Users Course

Course code: SOH027Module code: TS1260, TS1261

Fairfield & Ararat • 2 sessions • $350

Day Start–End Time Campus

Thu-Fri 15/2-16/2 8.30am–5.00pm Fairfield

Tue-Wed 3/4-4/4 8.30am–5.00pm Fairfield

Mon-Tue 16/4-17/4 8.30am–5.00pm Fairfield

Tue-Wed 17/4-18/4 8.30am–5.00pm Ararat

Thu-Fri 15/11-16/11 8.30am–5.00pm Fairfield

Thu-Fri 22/11-23/11 8.30am–5.00pm Ararat

Melbourne Polytechnic provides a targeted state–wide program of specially designed Farm Chemical Users Courses enabling qualification for ACUP registration.

Our course has been designed for farm owners or farm labourers that are needing to understand farm chemicals, this course offers core units which are an essential requirement to acquire an Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP) in the primary industries.

Users of agricultural chemicals are required to hold an ACUP permit for application of: schedule 7 agricultural chemicals; certain ester herbicide formulations; atrazine soil residual herbicide.

Further, it is most advisable that agricultural chemical users are familiar with legislation relating to off–label use, pesticide drift, record keeping and Chemical Control Areas.

Calibration of spray equipment is an essential facet of the course.

If you would like to undertake a refresher course or are requiring a Commercial Operators Licence, please contact shortcourses@ melbournepolytechnic.edu.au to discuss the requirements.


AHCCHM303 Prepare and apply chemicalsAHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals


Farm Chemical Users Refresher Course


Ararat & Fairfield • 1 sessions • $250






Have you completed the full Farm Chemical User’s Course and are requiring to renew your certification?

Participants that currently hold the full Farm Chemical User’s Course can refresh their knowledge and obtain a Statement of Attainment upon completion of the course with unit AHCCHM304 Transport, handle and store chemicals.

This course will give participants the updated skills and knowledge to understand the rules regarding the selection of chemicals, appropriate storage and handling of the chemicals, mixing and calibration of the chemicals and the effective application of such.

Topics include:

} Chemical Standards } Chemical selection } Chemical storage } Regulatory Rules required for application of chemicals } Chemical chemistry.


AHCCHM304 Transport, handle and store chemicals


Fumigation Course


Fairfield • 3 sessions • $1,650


Tue–Thu 13/3–15/3 8.30am–4.00pm

Mon–Wed 14/5–16/5 8.30am–4.00pm

This course covers fumigation requirements for licensing in both the DPI and Human Service and indirectly AFAS (importing and exporting) in Victoria and fumigation in other States of Australia.

Topics include:

} Dealing with methyl bromide and phosphine to stacks } Silos } Containers and buildings and focusing on gasses and fumigation } Gas detection } Protective equipment } Calculating. Fumigants } Practical demonstration } Fumigation practices for stacks } Silos and buildings } Legal obligations and developing fumigation procedures.

Assessment: As part of this course, participants will be required to complete several assignments. These will need to be completed within 4 weeks and returned to the lecturer.

For those operating under Department of Health Services, you will require a workplace assessment prior to licensing.


CPPPMT3011 Manage organisms by fumigants

Upon successful completion of all these requirements of this course each participant will need to undergo a workplace assessment. The workplace assessment requires a satisfactory competent result.

An additional fee for workplace assessments will apply for those seeking Human Services licensing only; Fee on application.

Garden History – Tours



Register your interest with Short Courses on 03 9269 8615

Connect with the history of our beautiful city’s gardens.

On this personally guided tour with a plant expert, you will be shuttled around Melbourne’s best gardens - some of which are not usually open to the public! Enjoy a delicious lunch break at a local nursery where you will have the opportunity to go plant hunting.

Garden and Lawn Weeds



Day Date Time

Wed 16/5 10.00am–2.30pm

Thu 16/8 10.00am–2.30pm

Thu 27/9 10.00am–2.30pm

Do you want a lusher lawn? In this program, learn techniques to eradicate and prevent garden and lawn weeds.


} Identify common garden and lawn weeds. } Plan the best methods of control.

General Propagation – Grafting



Day Date Time

Sat 25/8 10.00am–2.30pm

Thu 6/9 10.00am–2.30pm

Bring your garden to life by learning how to graft.

Grafting will allow you to grow more plants that live longer and get better and bigger yields of flower or fruit.

Install Garden Irrigation Systems



Day Date Time

Tue 16/10 10.00am–2.30pm

Mon 19/11 10.00am–2.30pm

Quench your garden’s thirst! Learn how to maximise the water efficiency of your garden’s irrigation system.

At the end of the session you know will know how to:

} Work out the water pressure and volumes } Design an irrigation system.

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Introduction to Beekeeping




Thu & Sat 8/2–17/3 6.30pm–9.00pm (Thu)

9.30am–12.00pm (Sat)

Wed & Sat 25/7–8/9 6.30pm–9.00pm (Thu) 9.30am–12.00pm (Sat)

Get your garden buzzing and reap the rewards. This introductory beekeeping course will show you the first, important steps you need to take to keep beehives healthy and happy.

At the end of the course, you will know how to:

} Open and reassemble a beehive } Re-queen a honey colony } Manage pest and disease within a honey bee colony } Use a bee smoker } Remove a honey crop from a hive.

Introduction to Pests and Diseases




Wed 16/5 10.00am–2.30pm

Thu 9/8 10.00am–2.30pm

Fri 14/9 10.00am–2.30pm

Let your garden flourish. Learn to identify and control common garden pests and diseases.

Melbourne Polytechnic horticulture experts will show you which bugs are there to help your garden, and which ones are out to destroy it. You will learn how to keep the good bugs around and keep your garden healthy and chemical free.

Landscape Design




Thu 8/2–26/4 6.00pm–9.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic provides great foundations to assist in updating your home garden or to prepare a landscape design to enhance your career, by learning professional design methods. Bring your own creations to life!

This course will take you through all the key elements of creating a beautiful outdoor space.

Topics include:

} Conduct a site survey and analysis } Create a concept design and landscape drawing } Produce planting plans and plant selections.

Our highly qualified and industry experienced teachers will assist you in creating landscape design with professionalism and accuracy.

Laying Turf




Tue 30/10 10.00am–2.00pm

Tue 13/11 10.00am–2.00pm

Add some greenery to your garden. Let us teach you how to lay instant turf.


} Prepare the ground and ensure appropriate drainage } Lay and maintain instant turf in your home garden } Cut short edges and around obstacles.

Paving




Thu–Fri 15/3–16/3 6.00pm–9.00pm

Sat 17/3 9.00am–2.00pm

Sat 10/11 9.00am–2.00pm

Tue–Wed 13/11–14/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Bring your entertainment area to life with some fresh new paving. Our paving experts will teach you how to properly prepare a sub-base and pave an area for years of maintenance-free use.

By the end of the sessions, you will be able to:

} Plan and prepare for paving work } Set out and prepare paving area } Undertake ground preparation } Lay bedding material } Lay pavers to a given pattern } Clean site and store tools and equipment.


Pest Management Technician

Course code: SOH040Module code: TS1290, TS1291, TS1292

Fairfield & Greensborough • 7 sessions • $1365


Tue–Fri 13/3–20/4 8.30am–4.00pm Fairfield

Tue–Fri 1/5-29/6 8.30am–4.00pm Greensborough

Tue–Fri 25/9–26/10 8.30am–4.00pm Fairfield

Tue 20/3–30/10 6.00pm–9.00pm Fairfield

Get prepared to apply for your Pest Management Technician license.

This short course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to become an expert in pest management and control. At the end of the course, you will be able to:

Topics include:

} Inspect work site and identify pests and pest activity } Develop and discuss pest management plan with client } Prepare work site for pest management } Select and prepare equipment and pesticides required to

implement pest management plan } Apply pesticides } Finalise work and complete documentation } Clean, safety check and store equipment } Adapt or create physical conditions in work site to

manage pests } Set up storage area in pest management vehicle } Stock vehicle storage area } Control and maintain stocks of equipment and chemicals } Control a pest management vehicle storage area } Maintain a pest management vehicle } Respond to emergency situations

(involves a practical excursion).


CPPPMT3005 Managing pests without applying pesticidesCPPPMT3006 Manage pests by applying pesticidesCPPPMT3018 Maintain equipment and pesticides storage area

in pest management vehicles

Plant Tissue Culture




Wed 14/3–20/6 5.30pm–9.00pm

Thu 23/8–29/11 5.30pm–9.00pm

Have you ever walked into your local nursery, seen a new and exciting plant cultivar and wondered how they get to look all the same? They are cloned! Yes, you will learn how to clone a plant! Melbourne Polytechnic’s course combines both theoretical and practical sessions that will provide you with the required knowledge and skills to grow on plant material using various forms of plant tissue.

Topics include:

} Course admin and lab WH&S } Introduction to plant tissue culture } The stages of micro propagation } Sources of contamination and aseptic techniques } Basic botany } Culture media and its components } Plant hormones and their effects } Basic plant nutrients } Sub culturing } Discussion of the assignment } Deflasking and the glass house environment } Problems in micro propagation } Other tissue culture techniques } Optimising micro propagation techniques } Setting up a micro propagation lab } Micro propagation at home } Course review.

Your skills and knowledge gained in this course may lead you to a career as plant propagator; horticulture laboratory technician; botanist or plant nursery assistant or manager.

Practical Backyard Beekeeping




Thu & Sat 9/8–22/9 6.30pm–9.00pm (Thu) 9.00am–12.00pm (Sat)

Get the best from your bees while making sure you and your neighbours and safe and sound.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

} Manage honey bee swarms } Use a bee smoker } Open and reassemble a beehive } Construct and repair beehives } Do beehive planning } Manipulate honey bee broods.

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Propagation – Seed raising



Day Date Time

Sat 8/9 10.00am–2.30pm

Thu 13/9 10.00am–2.30pm

Are your seedlings dying off before they get a chance to bloom?

This short course will help you overcome your plant troubles.

You will learn:

} How to collect seeds and store them for better results } The best method of growing plants by seed.

Specialist Pruning – Bonsai, Fruit Trees, Roses and Vines



Day Date Time

Mon 28/5 10.00am–2.30pm

Sat 9/6 10.00am–2.30pm

Get the best out of your precious plants and learn how to prune. Our horticulture experts will guide you in the art of pruning specialist plants including bonsai, fruit trees, roses and vines.

Pruning will make your floral displays look better than ever and help you harvest bigger and better fruit from your trees.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

} Prepare for pruning by inspecting plants. } Determine pruning strategy according to the plant’s

characteristics and desired outcome. } Undertake pruning, selecting the right tools and equipment

required. } Complete the work by disposing of or recycling waste material. } Clear and clean the work site.

Timber Pests

Course code: SOH050Module code: TS1225, TS1226

Fairfield & Greensborough • 5 sessions • $715


Wed–Fri 22/3–11/5 8.30am–4.00pm Fairfield

Fri 6/7–24/8 8.30am–4.00pm Greensborough

Thu–Fri 4/10–9/11 8.30am–4.00pm Fairfield

For timetable please contact short courses office on 03 9269 8615

Learn to identify termites and other timber pests and install management systems. This short course will provide skills to identify, install and maintain a variety of termite management systems.

Topics include:

} Introduction to timber pests } Investigate work site and assess work requirements } Plan for inspection } Inspect for timber pests } Analyse data } Prepare and distribute inspection report } Design management plan } Prepare and implement plan } Restore worksite; clean, safety check and store equipment } Complete documentation; monitor effectiveness of

management plan } Inspect for timber pests – practical day } Plan for installation of physical termite management systems } Access and assess site } Prepare site for installation } Prepare equipment } Install physical management system } Restore work site and complete documentation.


CPPPMT3008 Inspect for and report on timber pestsCPPPMT3010 Control timber pestsCPPPMT3042 Install physical termite management systems

H O S P I TA L I T Y FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Café Life

Course code: SWE019Module code: BSBWOR203



Thu 1/3–29/3 9.00am–1.00pm

Thu 10/5–7/6 9.00am–1.00pm

Thu 16/8–13/9 9.00am–1.00pm

This program will provide participants with the skills and knowledge in using various equipment in a commercial kitchen to prepare and present simple café meals.

Topics include:

} What is Café Life? } Exploring cafés } What are the ingredients of a successful café } Cooking simple café foods } Making coffee, tea and cold beverages.


BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others


Cooking Skills Taster




Wed–Thu 7/3–8/3 9.00am–1.00pm

Wed–Thu 2/5–3/5 9.00am–1.00pm

Wed–Thu 25/7–26/7 9.00am–1.00pm

Wed–Thu 7/8–9/8 9.00am–1.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic is offering participants the opportunity to learn how to cook healthy balanced budget meals.

Topics include:

} Nutrition } Core ingredients for everyday cooking } Reading recipes } Cooking simple meals.

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to budget for meals, create a meal plan, and prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. Have understanding of kitchen occupation health and safety and safety/cross contamination and safe food storage.

Food Hygiene for Handlers

Course code: 29FOO Module code: TS1236

Northland Skills and Jobs Centre • 1 session • $165

Day Date Time

Mon 19/2 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 19/3 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 21/5 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 18/6 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 16/7 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 20/8 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 17/9 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 15/10 10.00am–4.00pm

Mon 19/11 10.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Food Hygiene Handlers program is essential for anyone involved in food handling, providing the skills and knowledge required to apply good food hygiene practices within the hospitality and retail sectors.

Topics include:

} Food safety legislation } Responsibility of a food handler } Responisibility of business/organisations } Food safety programs } Personal hygiene } Food poisoning } Food allergies and intolerances } Temperature danger zone } Cross contamination } Cleaning and sanitation } Food storage } Food preparation } Pest control.


SITXFSA001 Use hygiene practices food safety

Food Safety Supervisors

Course code: 29FOO Module code: TS1237

Online • 1 session • $80

Commencing on 1/2 to 30/11/2018

Prerequisite: Food Hygiene for Handlers (TS1236) & a certificate will need to be provided as proof of completion.

Topics include:

} Understanding federal, state and local government food safety legislations

} How to calibrate use and clean a temperature probe } Responsibility of a food safety supervisor } Consequences of failure to observe food safety policies and

procedures } Risk of harm to high risk customer groups } Food safety programs } Hazard analysis } Critical control points } Record keeping (food safety records).

Please note: To successfully complete this course you are required to have access to a fully equipped industry food preparation environment, such as a commercial kitchen or food outlet using a range of equipment.

Assessments include workplace assignment, completed workplace food safety records and a third party report.


SITXFSA002 Safe food handling practices

Food Safety Package

Course code: 29FOOModule code: TS1236 & TS1237

Online • 2 sessions • $99

Commencing on 1/2 to 30/11/2018

This package is made up of Food Hygiene for Handlers and Food Safety Supervisors.

These courses are offered ONLY online.

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Introduction to Basic Cooking Life Skills




Fri 2/3–30/3 9.00am–1.00pm

Fri 11/8–8/9 9.00am–1.00pm

Fri 17/8–14/9 9.00am–1.00pm

Participants will have will learn how to stock a pantry with cooking essentials to enable them to cook simple meals on a budget.

Topics include:

} Nutrition } Core ingredients for everyday cooking } Reading Recipes } Cooking simple meals.

Upon on completion of this short course participants will gain skills and knowledge in using various equipment in a commercial kitchen to cook basic meals.


SITHCCC001 Use of food preparation equipment

Introduction to Espresso Coffee Making

Course code: SHS067 Module code: TS989


Day Date Time

Sat 17/2 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 17/3 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 19/5 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 16/6 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 21/7 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 18/8 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 15/9 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 20/10 10.00am–2.00pm

Sat 17/11 10.00am–2.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s strong, dark short course on coffee is suitable for beginners and will provide the skills to help you gain employment in a café, bar or restaurant.

Prerequisite: Hipster beard is not a compulsory.

Topics include:

} History of coffee } Different types of coffees } Roasting blends } Coffee service espresso } Extraction milk frothing/texturing } Operating, cleaning and maintaining coffee machines and

grinders } Prepare and serve different styles of coffee including

cappuccinos, café lattes, ristretto, macchiato, mocha and espresso.

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)

Course code: 29BAR Module code: TS167

Northland Skills and Jobs Centre • 1 session • $75

Day Date Time

Mon 5/2 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 5/3 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 7/5 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 4/6 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 9/7 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 6/8 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 3/9 10.00am–2.00pm

Mon 22/10 10.00am–2.00pm

A necessary qualification if you wish to work in the hospitality industry.

This course provides the necessary skills and fulfils legal requirements to sell and serve alcohol and is accredited by Liquor Licensing Victoria.

Participants will receive a manual and certificate issued by Liquor Licensing Victoria.

Topics include:

} Legal requirements for the sale and service of alcohol } Harm minimisation and duty of care } Problems and managing patrons } Assessment and monitoring of patron intoxication levels } Advising patrons on ‘standard drinks’ and the effects of alcohol.

Taster in Café Life




Mon–Tue 5/3–6/3 9.00am–1.00pm

Mon–Tue 30/4–1/5 9.00am–1.00pm

Mon–Tue 23/7–24/7 9.00am–1.00pm

Mon–Tue 6/8–7/8 9.00am–1.00pm

Taster in Café Life will give participants the opportunity to explore the industry via visits to cafés.

Topics include:

} Learn how to make coffee, tea and drink making } Read recipes } Cooking simple café meals.

Upon completion, participants will receive a Certification of participation


J E W E L L E RYFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

CAD 3Design for Jewellery

Course code: SMM085 Module code: TS743



Thu 10/5–28/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 11/10–29/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s computer aided design (CAD) for Jewellery short course enables participants to develop skills relating to a range of jewellery CAD processes.

Projects can be worked through by each student at their own pace and each project is designed to be completed in order from introductory to more advanced standards.

Upon completion of this course participants should be able to:

} Use the 3 Design CAD program } Save files for use with Jewellery casting manufacturers } Create a prototype item from their files.

Gem Setting




Thu 10/5–28/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 11/10–29/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Please note: This is not a beginner’s course.

This Intermediate Gem Setting Course is designed especially for both professional jewellers and jewellery participants who have existing fabrication skills and wish to enhance their skills in setting gemstones.

Topics include:

} An introduction on how to make basic setting equipment/tools } Four designated types of stone setting } Rub over, claw, channel and gypsy setting

Each of these setting areas will be covered in a two–class time frame and each of the areas will be demonstrated and discussed by the teacher.

Participants will be issued with silver rings, synthetic gemstones and a series of drills and burs that will allow them to practice the techniques that they learn during the course. The student will retain the completed rings as part of their instructional program.

Pre–Requisites: Experience in the use of jewellery hand tools/ equipment and have existing fabrication skills. Participants are required to provide their own tools.

Intermediate Jewellery




Thu 8/2–29/3 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 3/5–21/6 10.30am–1.30pm

Thu 26/7–13/9 6.00pm–9.00pm

Thu 11/10–29/11 10.30am–1.30pm

Prerequisites: introductory Jewellery or equivalent

This unique and popular short course in jewellery provides full workshop facilities and all necessary tools.

Topics include:

} Producing a finished prototype of a cast sterling silver ring using the method of wax carving for the lost wax casting process

} Producing a bracelet using traditional chain manufacturing techniques

} Producing a hollow formed circular bead and wirecable type necklet

} Studying roller printing an oxidizing techniques } Gaining an understanding of the safe production techniques } Work health and safety (WH&S) standards involved in these

projects.

Projects: cast ring production, linked bracelet and hollow bead on necklet.

Introductory Jewellery




Tue 6/2–27/3 10.30am–1.30pm

Tue 6/2–27/3 6.00pm–9.00pm

Tue 1/5–19/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Tue 24/7–11/9 10.30am–1.30pm

Tue 9/10–6/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Have you ever wanted to make jewellery for yourself or others? This short course is for beginners and introduces you to the techniques of making simple jewellery.

Full workshop facilities are available and all necessary tools and materials are supplied.

Topics include:

} Safe operating procedures in jewellery production } Filing techniques } Soldering procedures } Saw piercing skills.

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Participants will produce a number of pieces of jewellery depending on the student’s hand skills and confidence.

Projects include: a saw pierced brooch with riveted pin, a ring, a silver wire pendant and textured dome earrings

Jewellery Enamelling




Mon 30/4–25/6 6.00–9.00pm

Mon 8/10–26/11 6.00–9.00pm

The projects can be worked through by each student at their own pace and each project is designed to be completed in order from introductory to more advanced standards. Projects are designed to be accessible to student with little or no Jewellery working experience and provides the opportunity to incorporate more complex metal working into their enamelled designs. Some more advanced projects require basic jewellery making skills, such as sawing, drilling and filing.

No prior enamelling experience is necessary.

Topics include:

} Safely use the jewellery kiln to fire enamel onto metal surfaces } Understand the correct techniques in handling enamelling

materials } Apply the work health and safety (WH&S) requirements for the

use of the facilities and the enameling materials

} Apply a range of enamelling techniques to metal.

Silversmithing




Mon 30/4–25/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Mon 8/10–26/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Silversmithing short course has been designed for participants seeking to develop their general silversmithing skills and is ideal for those wishing to explore forging and raising techniques. It presents a range of individual silversmithing subjects in response to participant interest and need and is equally of interest to beginners or those who have existing skills that they wish to develop further.

Topics include:

Projects are worked through by each student at their own pace.

} Correct use of hammers and stakes } Cold and hot forging techniques } Sinking and raising of vessels } Vessel design } Plenishing and cleaning of raised vessels } Forging and sculpting of a spoon } A project of choice for advanced students.

Prerequisite: Completing the Introduction to Jewellery short course prior to undertaking this course would be beneficial.

O C C U PAT I O N A L H E A LT H A N D S A F E T Y FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Construction Induction Card (formerly Red Card Training)




Wed 21/2 8.30am–4.00pm

Wed 21/3 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 19/4 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 24/5 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 21/6 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 26/7 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 23/8 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 20/9 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 25/10 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 29/11 8.30am–4.00pm

Thu 13/12 8.30am–4.00pm

The Construction Induction Card (White Card formerly Red Card Training), is now known as the nationally recognised White card. This card will qualify you to work safely in the construction industry. This course is recognised by WorkSafe in the registration of construction workers for WH&S induction. Under WorkSafe Victoria requirements, all persons participating in on–site activities in the building and construction industry must undertake Construction Induction Card training prior to entering a construction workplace.

Topics include:

} WH&S legislative requirements } Construction hazards and control measures } WH&S communication and reporting processes } WH&S incident response procedures.

Please note: At the completion of the Construction Induction Card course, participants will be issued with a statement of attainment on the day of training. This statement, which is valid for 60 days, allows the participant to perform construction work while WorkSafe processes their Construction Induction Card. You will be required to present photo ID on the day of training.


CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry


Provide First Aid

Course code: SPS101 Module code: TS1047



Sat 10/3–17/3 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat 26/5–2/6 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat 11/8–18/8 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat 20/10–27/10 9.00am–4.00pm

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Provide First Aid course will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to provide basic first aid response in emergency life support, EAR and CPR until emergency assistance arrives.

Topics include:

} Legal considerations } Duty of care } Documentation (incident reports);infection control } Personal protective equipment } Responding to first aid situations } Casualty assessment } Basic life support functions } The basic structure and function of the human body } Life support } Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr), defibrillate (aed) } Types of injuries and illness } Bandaging.

This course will also assist you in administer and manage emergencies including: unconscious, bleeding, fractures and soft tissue, anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes, shock, bites and stings, poisoning.

This course is suitable for anyone requiring a first aid certificate for the workplace, home, sport or recreational use.


HLTAID003 Provide Fist Aid.

Perform CPR

Course code: SPS105 Module code: CSAID001


Day Date Time

Wed 14/3 6.00pm–9.00pm

Wed 6/6 6.00pm–9.00pm

Wed 22/8 6.00pm–9.00pm

Wed 7/11 6.00pm–9.00pm

Do you have a First Aid certificate? In order for your certificate to be current, you should update your Perform CPR training once a year.

Update your skills with this refresher course. You never know when you may need to save a life.

Topics include:

} Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) } Revision of established first aid principles } Respectful behavior towards casualties } Operating First Aid equipment according to manufacturer’s

instructions } Monitoring casualty’s condition and respond in accordance with

First Aid principles.

Prerequisites: Participants must complete a pre-course online or written assessment prior to the practical training day. The pre-course assessment covers important background knowledge related to Provide CPR. Participants will not be able to undertake the practical day if they do not complete this pre course assessment first.


HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Provide Advanced First Aid

Course code: SCS004 Module code: TS1280


Day Date Time

Sat 26/3 9.00am–5.00pm

Sat 9/6 9.00am–5.00pm

Sat 25/8 9.00am–5.00pm

Sat 3/11 9.00am–5.00pm

Would you know what to do in an emergency? Learn how to provide an advanced First Aid response in this short course. You will learn how to provide life support and manage casualties until the arrival of emergency assistance.

Prerequisites: Participants must have completed HLTAID003 Provide First Aid. This course presumes prior knowledge of First Aid.

Topics include:

} Legal responsibilities } CPR } Defibrillation } Oxygen administration } Spinal management techniques } OH&S guidelines } Safe manual handling skills } Basic anatomy, physiology and toxicology } Management of anaphylactic shock reaction } Incident management } Communication and co-ordination of other first aiders } Post incident debrief } Psychological effects and evaluation } Documentation.


HLTAID006 Provided advanced first aid

First Aid Package

Course code: SPS101 & SCS004Module code: TS1047 &TS1280


All enquiries, please call 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

This package is made up of Provide First Aid and Provide Advanced First Aid.

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O N L I N E C O U R S E S FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Melbourne Polytechnic now offers hundreds of online courses

Melbourne Polytechnic is pleased to announce it now has a program that makes it easy for you to take high–quality, noncredit online courses no matter where you are located. Through a partnership with ed2go, Melbourne Polytechnic offers hundreds of courses on just about every topic.

Through well–crafted lessons, expert online instruction, and interaction with fellow participants, you’ll gain valuable knowledge at your convenience. You’ll have the flexibility to study at your own pace combined with enough structure and support to complete the course. The courses can be accessed 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection.

New sessions of each six–week online course start monthly, with two lessons released weekly (for a total of 12). Each high–quality course includes comprehensive lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a discussion area. Dedicated instructors facilitate every course; pacing learners, answering questions, giving feedback, and facilitating discussions.

Popular course titles include: Creating Web Pages, Accounting Fundamentals, Speed Spanish, Grant Writing, Medical Terminology, and Real Estate Investing. New courses are introduced monthly, so there’s surely something to fit your needs.

To learn more, contact Melbourne Polytechnic, Short Courses on 03 9269 8615 or

visit them online at www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/short- courses/online-courses/

P H OTO G RA P H YFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Basic Digital Camera




Sat 2/6–16/6 9.00am–4.00pm

Sat 13/10–27/10 9.00am–4.00pm

If you want to learn more about getting the best results from your digital camera and understanding what all those camera setting do, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Basic Digital Camera short course will appeal to you. Practical demonstrations in composition, lighting and camera controls will give you a good grounding in digital photography techniques.

Topics include:

} Components of a camera } Viewfinders } Resolution } Recording mediums } White balancing } Lenses } Apertures } Iso/ sensitivity } Downloading images } Shutters } Exposure } Practical photo shoots } Image editing/photoshop.


P L AS T E R I N G A N D WA L L PA P E R I N G FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Basic Wallpapering for Master Painters Association


Epping & Workplace • 1 session • Member $250 & Non–members $330

Register your interest with Short Courses on 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

This course gives a qualified painter the knowledge and skills to proficiently apply wall paper.

Prerequisite: Participants must already be qualified painters.

Topics include:

} Surface preparation } Various type of wall paper.

Upon completion of this course, qualified painters will be able; to identify tools and equipment; demonstrate the safe and effective use of all tools and equipment, identify various types of wall paper, apply wall paper to straight walls–internal and external corners, cutting around light fittings and fixtures, apply long lengths, types of adhesives and self–adhesive paper.

P LU M B I N G FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Plumbing Practice


Heidelberg • 2 sessions • $230 Melbourne Polytechnic apprentices only


Wed 7/2–14/2 5.30–9.30pm

Wed 4/4–11/4 5.30–9.30pm

Wed 9/5–16/5 5.30–9.30pm

Wed 4/7–11/7 5.30–9.30pm

Wed 17/10–24/10 5.30–9.30pm

Wed 21/11–28/11 5.30–9.30pm

This course is a tutorial to assist participants in preparing for the Victorian Building Authority (VBA)–Plumbing Registration Exam. It assists participants to improve their hand skills to exam standard, revise and become familiar with the registration exam processes.

Prerequisite: Applicants needs to be a plumbing apprentice or provide a letter from the Victorian Building Authority – Plumbing Registration Board indicating training needs.

Topics include:

} encompass training not completed or offered during normal day trade training.

At the end of this course participant will be able to follow instructions, complete set practical tasks and obtain skills in plumbing areas.

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R E N E WA B L E E N E R GYFURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Grid Connect Install for Qualified Electricians

Course code: SET058 Module code: TS961, TS962



Mon–Tue 7/5–15/5 8.00am–5.00pm

Mon–Tue 20/8–28/8 8.00am–5.00pm

* Monday and Tuesday over a two weeks

This course is designed for qualified licenced electricians. Completing this course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to plan, configure and install photovoltaic systems safely to the power grid. The theory and practical components will develop skills necessary for accreditation. As an installer your customers will be able to claim the government rebate. This will allow your customers to enjoy generating their own power and minimising their electricity consumption from the grid.

Topics include:

} Occupational Health and Safety principles } Electrical safe working practice } Photovoltaic power systems } Grid connected inverters.

At the end of the course participants will be able to connect renewable energy technologies to the power grid according to industry guidelines and approved safety standards.

On completion of the course participants can apply for accreditation from the Clean Energy Council (formerly Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE).

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded the following units of competency:

UEENEEK125A Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems

UEENEEK148A Install, configure and commission LV grid connected photovoltaic power systems

Grid Connect Design




Mon–Tue 18/6–26/6 8.00am–5.00pm

Mon–Tue 15/10–23/10 8.00am–5.00pm

Monday and Tuesday over a two weeks.

Completion of this course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to plan and design solar systems to be connected to the power grid.

Topics include:

} Technical standards, regulations and codes for general electrical installations

} Electricity distributors, supply requirements } Electrical metering arrangements } Occupational health and safety principles } Electrical safe working practices } Grid connected inverters.

Prerequisites: Participants must have prior learning/prerequisites before entry to the course:

UEENEEE104A Solve problems in D.C. circuits.UEENEEE137A Document and apply measures to control OHS

risks associated with electrotechnology work

AND

UEENEEE108A Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra–low voltage (ELV) circuits

OR

UEENEEG106A Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits


On completion of the course participants can apply for accreditation from the Clean Energy Council (formerly Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE).

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded the following unit of competency:

UEENEEK135A Design grid connected photovoltaic power supply systems


Stand Alone Power Supply Systems (SPS)

Course code: SET080Module code: TS961, TS966, TS967, TS968, TS969, TS970



Mon–Wed 13/3–28/3 8.00am–5.00pm

Mon–Wed 12/11–28/11 8.00am–5.00pm

*Monday to Wednesday over three weeks.

This program will teach participants how to install and design standalone power systems using renewable energy sources to charge batteries and inverts to supply 230V AC power to appliances, thus eliminating the need for a grid power connection.

Participants will develop skills and knowledge in PV array sizing, battery sizing, ELV cable sizing and inverter sizing. This will allow the participant to design and install a standalone power system that suits the energy requirements for a specific application or client.

Prerequisites: Participants must be a fully qualified electrician, electrical or electronics engineer or have completed the basic electrical pre requisites of the Certificate III in Renewable Energy as required by the Clean Energy Council for accreditation.

Topics include:

} WH&S for the installation of standalone power systems } Electrical safe working practices } Introduction to renewable energy technologies } Photovoltaic power systems } Fault finding techniques } Renewable energy system electronics } Stand alone renewable energy system components } Technical standards, regulations and code for extra–low

voltage work.

This course consists of the following units of competency:

UEENEEK123A Carry out basic repairs to renewable energy apparatus


UEENEEK127A Diagnose and rectify faults in renewable energy control systems

UEENEEK128A Solve problems in stand–alone renewable energy systems

UEENEEK134A Install ELV stand–alone photovoltaic power systems

UEENEEK139A Design stand–alone renewable energy (RE systems)

Materials: Participants will need to have a notebook computer with either a RS232 port or an USB to RS232 adaptor. The computer will need to have a copy of Microsoft Excel.

On successful completion of this program, participants will be able to apply for Standalone Power Systems Install and Design accreditation from the Clean Energy Council. This accreditation isnecessary if installers or designers want their clients to be eligible for government incentives such as Renewable Energy Certificates.

V I T I C U LT U R E FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

French Wine Scholar


Epping • 9 online evenings and 1 full day • $1,250


Wed & Mon 18/4–16/7 6.30pm–8.30pm

(16/7 - final day 10.00am–3.00pm)

Mon 24/9–3/12 6.30pm–9.30pm

(3/12 - final day 10.00am–3.00pm)

Melbourne Polytechnic is one of two Australian providers–the only one in Melbourne.

This course is appropriate for specialist wine sales staff and enthusiasts of French wine. It is licenced from Washington DC and taught in 11 countries; it is also supported by the French regional wine authorities.

Topics include:

} Wine tasting and theory covering the major, and some of the less well known, wine producing regions of France.

Participants do not need prerequisites but a good general wine knowledge or WSET Level 2 or 3 is desirable.

Please note: the course cost includes course materials (including excellent online lectures) and exam.

Course and assessment details are available at www.WineScholarGuild.org

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Introduction to Wine Making




Tue & Sat 27/3–2/6 6.30pm–9.30pm

(2/6 - final day 9.30am–4.00pm)

Wed 17/10–5/12 6.30pm–8.30pm

Introduction to Winemaking guides participants through the basics of the winemaking process.

This course is run as a series of evening classes, plus one Saturday class. Student will be issued with learning materials at the commencement of the course.

Topics include:

} Introduction to wine styles and grape composition } Sanitation } Crushing and pressing operations } Basic juice and wine analysis } Fermentation and alcohol production } Sulphur dioxide and other gases } Basic tastes and assessing wine quality } Fining } Oak } Filtration } Faults and bottling.

Wine Tasting


Preston • 1 session • $110.00

Day Date Time

Mon 22/1 9.30am–4.00pm

Sat 10/2 9.30am–4.00pm

Wine tasting isn’t just ‘swirl, sniff and spit’. Brush up on your knowledge of Australian wines food pairings.

You will learn about:

} Wine styles for red and white wine – temperature, glasses, opening, climate, flavours and structure

} Food matching } Wine production } Wine faults.

Please note: Participants must be over the age of 18.

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines*

Course code: SPI001 Module code: TS936

Epping • 1 session • $280 (including exam)

Day Date Time

Mon 12/2 9.30am–5.00pm

Tue 8/5 9.30am–5.00pm

Mon 26/11 9.30am–5.00pm

The course was developed by the UK-based Wine Spirit Education Trust (WSET), and is recognised internationally. Melbourne Polytechnic is an Approved Program Provider for WSET.

Topics include:

} The main styles of wine } The WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® } The characteristics of the common grape varieties used to

produce wine } Service of wine } Health, safety and legal issues } The matching of food and wine.

Assessment and materials: To gain the qualification, participants need to successfully complete a portfolio of tasting notes and a multiple- choice paper of 30 questions. Both the portfolio and multiple- choice paper are completed within class time, and a text/ study guide is provided.

* Accredited WSET course


WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits*

Course code: SPI002 Module code: TS937

Epping • 8 sessions (7 online evenings and 1 full day) • $770 (includes exam)


Mon–Tue 20/2–26/3 7.00pm–9.00pm

(26/3 - final day 10.00am–3.00pm)

Mon & Thu 21/5–18/6 7.00pm–9.00pm

(18/6 - final day 10.00am–3.00pm)

Mon 6/8–24/9 6.30pm–9.00pm

(24/9 - final day 10.00am–3.00pm)

Expand your knowledge of the world’s wine regions.

Build on your foundation level wine matching skills, with Melbourne Polytechnic internationally recognised Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits.

The course was developed by the UK–based Wine and Spirit education Trust (WSET), and is recognised internationally.

Melbourne Polytechnic is an Approved Program Provider.

The qualification focuses on the key grape varieties and regions of the world. Wine tasting is part of every class.

Topics include:

} How wine is made and other factors influencing the style of wine

} Key white grape varieties } Key black grape varieties } Wine producing regions of the world } Sparkling wines } Sweet and fortified wines } Spirits and liqueurs } Label terminology } Food and wine matching } How to taste wine, using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach

to Tasting Wine®.

Assessment and materials: Course specifications, tasting card, text and study guide are provided. To achieve this Level 2 qualification, participants must pass a multiple choice paper of 50 questions.

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines*

Course code: SPI003Module code: TS938

Epping • 7 sessions (5 online evenings and 2 full days) • $1,300 (includes exam)


Mon 9/4–14/5 9.30am–4.30pm

Wed & Mon 1/8–15/10 6.30pm–9.00pm

(15/10 - final day 9.30am–4.30pm)

Expand your knowledge of the world’s wine and wine regions.

Build on your growing expertise and WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, with Melbourne Polytechnic’s internationally recognised WSET Level 3 Award in Wines.

As with the Level 2 Award, the Level 3 Award was developed by the UK–based Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET). Melbourne Polytechnic is an Approved Program Provider for WSET.

To gain the Level 3 Award qualification, you must successfully complete:

Unit 1

} a multiple choice paper of 50 questions } a question paper requiring short written answers.

Unit 2

} full tasting notes on TWO wines.

Programme outline follows: Unit 1–Wines of the World

} Production of wine (location, viticulture, vinification, maturation and bottling, labelling regulations)

} France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Central and South Eastern Europe, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, North America, South and Central America

} Sparkling wines } Fortified (liqueur) wines } Information and advice for customers and staff.

Unit 2 – Tasting and Evaluating Wines of the World

} WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® – how to taste wines and evaluate the quality, style and price.

* Accredited WSET course

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W E L D I N G FURTHER INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT p: 03 9269 8615 or email [email protected]

Intro to Welding – MIG, ARC & Oxyacetylene




Mon 29/1–26/3 5.30pm–9.30pm

Fri 2/2–23/3 8.30am–12.30pm

Wed 7/2–28/3 5.30pm–9.30pm

Mon 30/4–25/6 5.30pm–9.30pm

Wed 9/5–27/6 5.30pm–9.30pm

Fri 11/5–29/6 8.30am–12.30pm

Mon 23/7–10/9 5.30pm–9.30pm

Wed 1/8–19/9 5.30pm–9.30pm

Fri 3/8–21/9 8.30am–12.30pm

Mon 8/10–26/11 5.30pm–9.30pm

Wed 10/10–28/11 5.30pm–9.30pm

Fri 12/10–30/11 8.30am–12.30pm

Learn how to safely weld and cut a wide range of metals (ferrous and non–ferrous) using the three most widely used welding practices in industry–manual ARC welding, MIG welding and oxyacetylene welding.

Participants will learn butt welds and fillet type joints in flat positions.

This course is suitable for:

} the handyman or hobbyist } participants seeking an entry level/production welding job i.e.

welding of hand rails, steel fencing, exhaust pipes } participants seeking work as a tack welder } sculptures/artists } participants who want a taste of welding before enrolling in

Certificates II or IV Engineering (Fabrication).

Recommended: Participants should have a reasonable level of English language skill to meet the learning and WH&S requirements of this course.

Upon completion of this course, participants can apply for recognition for elements within the following units of competency:

MEM05012 Perform routine metal arc welding.MEM05050 Perform routine gas metal arc welding (MIG).MEM05004 Perform routine oxyacetylene welding.MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting.

Advanced MIG/Arc Welding




Thu 10/5–28/6 8.30am–12.30pm

Thu 11/10–29/11 8.30am–12.30pm

Learn the finer points of MIG and ARC welding including operating principles, equipment, consumables and safety requirements.

Participants will learn butt welds and fillet joints out of position or positional and the preparation of their own plates.

Topics include:

} Gases and consumables theory } Storage and handling of consumables } Practical welding in all positions with a range of materials } Troubleshooting/fault finding } Weld defects and remedies } Safety operations of machines and safety in confined spaces.

Recommended: Participants should have some prior welding experience and a reasonable level of English language skill is required to meet the learning and WH&S requirements of this course.

Upon completion of this course, participants can apply for recognition for elements within the following units of competency:

MEM05017 Perform gas metal arc welding (Advanced MIG)MEM05015 Perform manual metal arc welding (Advanced)


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FEE FOR SERVICE ENROLMENT FORM 2018

SECTION A: STUDENT TO COMPLETE - PERSONAL DETAILS - PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY. All information must be provided or enrolment may be denied.

Melbourne Polytechnic STUDENT NUMBERIs this your first Melbourne Polytechnic course? Yes No

Email

Phone

Legal Family Name

Legal Given Names

Work MobileHome

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone

Residential Address (Address where you usually live. Must NOT be a postal box.) Suburb

Number and Street Postcode

Do you have a Victorian Student Number (VSN)? Yes Please specify

Yes - I have attended a Victorian school since 2009 or TAFE or other training organisation since the beginning of 2011, but my VSN is unknown. If Yes, please list

the most recent Victorian School or registered training provider with which you have participated in training in Victoria.

No - I have not attended a Victorian school since 2009 or a TAFE or other VET training provider since the beginning of 2011.

From 1 January 2015 each student enrolled in nationally recognised training will need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to access all academic transcripts and qualifications. As a registered training organisation Melbourne Polytechnic cannot issue you with a Statement of Results, Statement of Attainment or qualification unless you have provided your personal USI.

Do you have a USI? YES Please specify

NO go to: www.usi.gov.au to be issued with your personal USI

1. Do you give permission for your student ID photo to be printed on documents for Melbourne Polytechnic internal use and documents requested by authorised external agencies (eg Centrelink)?

2. Please tick the highest level of formal schooling completed?

3. In what year did you complete that school level?

4. Labor Force Status Please tick the most appropriate box.

Full-time employee Part-time employee

Self-employed - not employing others Employer

Employed - unpaid family business worker Unemployed - seeking full-time work

Unemployed - seeking part-time work Not employed - not seeking employment

5. Current or Recent Occupation Please tick the most appropriate box.

Manager Professional

Technician/Trade Worker Community or Personal Service Worker

Clerical/Admin Worker Sales Worker

Machinery Operator/Driver Labourer

Other

6. Current or Recent Industry of Employment Please tick the most appropriate box.

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing Mining

Manufacturing Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services

Construction Wholesale Trade

Retail Trade Accommodation and Food Services

Transport, Postal and Warehousing Information Media and Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance Services Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Administrative and Support Services

Public Administration and Safety Education and Training

Health Care and Social Assistance Arts and Recreation Services

Other Services

7. In which country were you born?

Australia Other - Please specify

8. Do you speak a language other than English at home?

Yes, Other - Please specify No, English only

9. How well do you speak English?

1 - Very well 2 - Well 3 - Not well 4 - Not at all

10. Are you of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin?

1 - Aboriginal 2 - Torres Strait Islander

3 - Both (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) 4 - Neither

11. Do you consider you have a disability, impairment or long-term condition? If yes, indicate condition below.

Hearing/Deaf Physical Intellectual

Learning Mental Illness Acquired Brain Impairment

Vision Medical Condition Other

12. Do you require special assistance because of the disability? If yes, contact Student Services.

13. Are you still attending secondary school?

14. Of the following categories, which BEST describes your main reason for undertaking this course/traineeship/apprenticeship? Tick ONE box only.

To get a job To develop my existing business

To start my own business To try for a different career

To get a better job or promotion It is a requirement of my job

I want extra skills for my job To get into another course of study

Other reasons Personal interest/self development

15. Select ALL the qualifications you have SUCCESSFULLY completed in Australia, overseas, or as part of a VCAL or Vet in Schools (VETiS) program. Tick the appropriate box for EACH qualification.

Australian Qualifications

VCAL/VET in Schools (VETiS)

International qualifications formally recognised in Australia

International qualifications NOT recognised in Australia

Bachelor or Higher Degree 008

Adv Diploma or Ass Degree 009

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SECTION E: STUDENT TO COMPLETE - Student Declaration

VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT VET STUDENT ENROLMENT PRIVACY NOTICE: The Victorian Government, through the Department of Education and Training (the Department), develops, monitors and funds vocational education and training (VET) in Victoria. The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that Victorians have access to appropriate and relevant VET services. Any personal information collected by the Department for VET purposes is protected in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) and the Health Records Act 2001 (Vic).COLLECTION OF YOUR DATA: Melbourne Polytechnic is required to provide the Department with student and training activity data. This includes personal information collected in the Melbourne Polytechnic enrolment form and unique identifiers such as the Victorian Student Number (VSN) and the Commonwealth’s Unique Student Identifier (USI). elbourne Polytechnic provides data to the Department in accordance with the Victorian VET Student Statistical Collection Guidelines, available at: www.education.vic.gov.au/training/providers/rto/Pages/datacollection.aspxUSE OF YOUR DATA: The Department uses student and training data, including personal information, for a range of VET purposes including administration, monitoring and planning. A student’s USI may be used for specific VET purposes including the verification of student data provided by Melbourne Polytechnic; the administration and audit of VET providers and programs; education-related policy and research purposes; and to assist in determining eligibility for training subsidies.DISCLOSURE OF YOUR DATA: As necessary and where lawful, the Department may disclose VET data, including personal information, to its contractors, other government agencies, professional bodies and/or other organisations for VET-related purposes. In particular, this includes disclosure of VET student and training data to the Commonwealth and the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER).LEGAL AND REGULATORY: The Department’s collection and handling of enrolment

data and VSNs is authorised under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic). The Department is also authorised to collect and handle USIs in accordance with the Student Identifiers Act 2014 (Cth) and the Student Identifiers Regulation 2014 (Cth).SURVEY PARTICIPATION: You may be contacted to participate in a survey conducted by NCVER or a Department-endorsed project, audit, investigation or review relating to your training. This provides valuable feedback on the delivery of VET programs in Victoria.CONSEQUENCES OF NOT PROVIDING YOUR INFORMATION: Failure to provide your personal information may mean that it is not possible for you to enrol in VET and/or to obtain a Victorian Government VET subsidy.ACCESS, CORRECTION AND COMPLAINTS: You have the right to seek access to or correction of your own personal information. You may also complain if you believe your privacy has been breached. For further information, please contact Melbourne Polytechnic’s Privacy Officer in the first instance by phone 03 9269 1200 or email: [email protected] FURTHER INFORMATION: For further information about the way the Department collects and handles personal information, including access, correction and complaints, go to: www.education.vic.gov.au/Pages/privacypolicy.aspx.For further information about Unique Student Identifiers, including access, correction and complaints, go to: www.usi.gov.au/Students/Pages/student-privacy.aspx.

I acknowledge that I have read the Victorian Government’s VET Student Enrolment Notice.

Student signature:

Date:

PAYMENT: Enrolment cannot be accepted without full payment of fees. You can pay by cash, EPTPOS, cheque, money order, Visa or MasterCard.Please note: Diners and AMEX are not accepted.Write your name on the back of your cheque or money order.Make cheques payable to Melbourne Polytechnic. Third party payment arrangements: If this enrolment is to be paid by a third party, a letter of authority and a ‘Request for Invoice’ must be attached to this enrolment.GST: Where GST is applicable, it is included in the fee.WHO CAN ENROL? Anyone 16 years and over. Some courses may require you to be over 18 years old and some courses specify prerequisites. REFUNDS: A handling charge may be deducted from each refund. Under normal circumstances requests for refunds less than five working days prior to the course commencement cannot be considered. Application for refunds must be made on the official 2015 Melbourne Polytechnic Application for Refund of Fees form. TRANSFERS: Under normal circumstances requests for transfers less than five working days prior to the course commencement cannot be considered.COURSE CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT: Courses with low enrolment

may be cancelled or deferred. You will be notified of this 48 hours prior to course commencement. In the case of cancellation, you will be offered a transfer, or full refund. Refunds may take up to three weeks.COURSE LOCATIONS: Campus, and Skills and Job Centre locations can be found at www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/campuses/Please note: Classes do not run on public holidays or during Melbourne Polytechnic semester breaks (unless otherwise advised).MATERIALS AND TEXTBOOKS: Bring a notepad and pen to all courses. Materials and texts specified in course descriptions may be bought at Melbourne Polytechnic Bookshops at all campus libraries.ENROLMENT FORM: To enrol in more than one course, photocopy the form. Please ensure you fill in all contact details as we may need to contact you regarding changes to courses.CLASS SIZES: Class sizes are limited. Early payment of fees is advisable.A LETTER CONFIRMING YOUR ENROLMENT INCLUDING DATE, TIME, COURSE AND LOCATION WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU. YOUR RECEIPT WILL BE MAILED TO YOU PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF YOUR COURSE.

HOW and WHERE TO ENROL

SECTION D: STUDENT TO READ - Terms and Conditions

PHONEEnrolments by credit card. Visa or Mastercard ONLY. (Diners and AMEX not accepted.)

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MAILMail completed enrolment application to:

Cheque or money order payable to Melbourne Polytechnic, must accompany form.

IN PERSONBring enrolment application and payment to any Melbourne Polytechnic campus or Skills and Job Centre.

Campus hours: Mon–Fri 8.45am–5pm

Skills and Job Centre hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm & Sunday 10am–5pm.

ONLINE ENROLMENTS: www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/short-courses/[email protected]

03 9269 8615

Short Courses, Melbourne Polytechnic, PO Box 136, West Heidelberg VIC 3081

SECTION B: STUDENT/ENROLLING OFFICER TO COMPLETE THIS SECTION - Course and Payment details

Course Name

Internal Course Code

Fund Source

Campus ESTIMATED FEES * Materials CODE AMOUNT

Fee For Service Course

Materials & Ancillaries

Other

TOTAL

Melbourne Polytechnic enrolling officer name: ______________________________________________________________________________ p: __________________________

Melbourne Polytechnic enrolling officer signature: __________________________________________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Register operator: ___________________________________________________________ Date: _____/______/_____ Receipt No: ___________________________________________

Enrolled on Strata by: ________________________________________________________ Date: ______/_____/_______

PAYMENT DETAILS – see below for third party payment arrangementsMelbourne Polytechnic – ABN 502 301 652 43

Cash Money Order Cheque Visa Mastercard EFTPOS NO Diners/AMEX

Credit Card No:

Expiry Date:

Cardholder’s nameCardholder’s signature

SECTION C: STUDENT ACQUISITION OFFICER to complete this section.

Start Date

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SECTION A: STUDENT TO COMPLETE - PERSONAL DETAILS - PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY. All information must be provided or enrolment may be denied.

Melbourne Polytechnic STUDENT NUMBERIs this your first Melbourne Polytechnic course? Yes No

Email

Phone

Legal Family Name

Legal Given Names

Work MobileHome

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone

Residential Address (Address where you usually live. Must NOT be a postal box.) Suburb

Number and Street Postcode

Do you have a Victorian Student Number (VSN)? Yes Please specify

Yes - I have attended a Victorian school since 2009 or TAFE or other training organisation since the beginning of 2011, but my VSN is unknown. If Yes, please list

the most recent Victorian School or registered training provider with which you have participated in training in Victoria.

No - I have not attended a Victorian school since 2009 or a TAFE or other VET training provider since the beginning of 2011.

From 1 January 2015 each student enrolled in nationally recognised training will need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to access all academic transcripts and qualifications. As a registered training organisation Melbourne Polytechnic cannot issue you with a Statement of Results, Statement of Attainment or qualification unless you have provided your personal USI.

Do you have a USI? YES Please specify

NO go to: www.usi.gov.au to be issued with your personal USI

1. Do you give permission for your student ID photo to be printed on documents for Melbourne Polytechnic internal use and documents requested by authorised external agencies (eg Centrelink)?

2. Please tick the highest level of formal schooling completed?

3. In what year did you complete that school level?

4. Labor Force Status Please tick the most appropriate box.

Full-time employee Part-time employee

Self-employed - not employing others Employer

Employed - unpaid family business worker Unemployed - seeking full-time work

Unemployed - seeking part-time work Not employed - not seeking employment

5. Current or Recent Occupation Please tick the most appropriate box.

Manager Professional

Technician/Trade Worker Community or Personal Service Worker

Clerical/Admin Worker Sales Worker

Machinery Operator/Driver Labourer

Other

6. Current or Recent Industry of Employment Please tick the most appropriate box.

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing Mining

Manufacturing Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services

Construction Wholesale Trade

Retail Trade Accommodation and Food Services

Transport, Postal and Warehousing Information Media and Telecommunications

Financial and Insurance Services Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Administrative and Support Services

Public Administration and Safety Education and Training

Health Care and Social Assistance Arts and Recreation Services

Other Services

7. In which country were you born?

Australia Other - Please specify

8. Do you speak a language other than English at home?

Yes, Other - Please specify No, English only

9. How well do you speak English?

1 - Very well 2 - Well 3 - Not well 4 - Not at all

10. Are you of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin?

1 - Aboriginal 2 - Torres Strait Islander

3 - Both (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) 4 - Neither

11. Do you consider you have a disability, impairment or long-term condition? If yes, indicate condition below.

Hearing/Deaf Physical Intellectual

Learning Mental Illness Acquired Brain Impairment

Vision Medical Condition Other

12. Do you require special assistance because of the disability? If yes, contact Student Services.

13. Are you still attending secondary school?

14. Of the following categories, which BEST describes your main reason for undertaking this course/traineeship/apprenticeship? Tick ONE box only.

To get a job To develop my existing business

To start my own business To try for a different career

To get a better job or promotion It is a requirement of my job

I want extra skills for my job To get into another course of study

Other reasons Personal interest/self development

15. Select ALL the qualifications you have SUCCESSFULLY completed in Australia, overseas, or as part of a VCAL or Vet in Schools (VETiS) program. Tick the appropriate box for EACH qualification.

Australian Qualifications

VCAL/VET in Schools (VETiS)

International qualifications formally recognised in Australia

International qualifications NOT recognised in Australia

Bachelor or Higher Degree 008

Adv Diploma or Ass Degree 009

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VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT VET STUDENT ENROLMENT PRIVACY NOTICE: The Victorian Government, through the Department of Education and Training (the Department), develops, monitors and funds vocational education and training (VET) in Victoria. The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that Victorians have access to appropriate and relevant VET services. Any personal information collected by the Department for VET purposes is protected in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) and the Health Records Act 2001 (Vic).COLLECTION OF YOUR DATA: Melbourne Polytechnic is required to provide the Department with student and training activity data. This includes personal information collected in the Melbourne Polytechnic enrolment form and unique identifiers such as the Victorian Student Number (VSN) and the Commonwealth’s Unique Student Identifier (USI). elbourne Polytechnic provides data to the Department in accordance with the Victorian VET Student Statistical Collection Guidelines, available at: www.education.vic.gov.au/training/providers/rto/Pages/datacollection.aspxUSE OF YOUR DATA: The Department uses student and training data, including personal information, for a range of VET purposes including administration, monitoring and planning. A student’s USI may be used for specific VET purposes including the verification of student data provided by Melbourne Polytechnic; the administration and audit of VET providers and programs; education-related policy and research purposes; and to assist in determining eligibility for training subsidies.DISCLOSURE OF YOUR DATA: As necessary and where lawful, the Department may disclose VET data, including personal information, to its contractors, other government agencies, professional bodies and/or other organisations for VET-related purposes. In particular, this includes disclosure of VET student and training data to the Commonwealth and the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER).LEGAL AND REGULATORY: The Department’s collection and handling of enrolment

data and VSNs is authorised under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic). The Department is also authorised to collect and handle USIs in accordance with the Student Identifiers Act 2014 (Cth) and the Student Identifiers Regulation 2014 (Cth).SURVEY PARTICIPATION: You may be contacted to participate in a survey conducted by NCVER or a Department-endorsed project, audit, investigation or review relating to your training. This provides valuable feedback on the delivery of VET programs in Victoria.CONSEQUENCES OF NOT PROVIDING YOUR INFORMATION: Failure to provide your personal information may mean that it is not possible for you to enrol in VET and/or to obtain a Victorian Government VET subsidy.ACCESS, CORRECTION AND COMPLAINTS: You have the right to seek access to or correction of your own personal information. You may also complain if you believe your privacy has been breached. For further information, please contact Melbourne Polytechnic’s Privacy Officer in the first instance by phone 03 9269 1200 or email: [email protected] FURTHER INFORMATION: For further information about the way the Department collects and handles personal information, including access, correction and complaints, go to: www.education.vic.gov.au/Pages/privacypolicy.aspx.For further information about Unique Student Identifiers, including access, correction and complaints, go to: www.usi.gov.au/Students/Pages/student-privacy.aspx.

I acknowledge that I have read the Victorian Government’s VET Student Enrolment Notice.

Student signature:

Date:

PAYMENT: Enrolment cannot be accepted without full payment of fees. You can pay by cash, EPTPOS, cheque, money order, Visa or MasterCard.Please note: Diners and AMEX are not accepted.Write your name on the back of your cheque or money order.Make cheques payable to Melbourne Polytechnic. Third party payment arrangements: If this enrolment is to be paid by a third party, a letter of authority and a ‘Request for Invoice’ must be attached to this enrolment.GST: Where GST is applicable, it is included in the fee.WHO CAN ENROL? Anyone 16 years and over. Some courses may require you to be over 18 years old and some courses specify prerequisites. REFUNDS: A handling charge may be deducted from each refund. Under normal circumstances requests for refunds less than five working days prior to the course commencement cannot be considered. Application for refunds must be made on the official 2015 Melbourne Polytechnic Application for Refund of Fees form. TRANSFERS: Under normal circumstances requests for transfers less than five working days prior to the course commencement cannot be considered.COURSE CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT: Courses with low enrolment

may be cancelled or deferred. You will be notified of this 48 hours prior to course commencement. In the case of cancellation, you will be offered a transfer, or full refund. Refunds may take up to three weeks.COURSE LOCATIONS: Campus, and Skills and Job Centre locations can be found at www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/campuses/Please note: Classes do not run on public holidays or during Melbourne Polytechnic semester breaks (unless otherwise advised).MATERIALS AND TEXTBOOKS: Bring a notepad and pen to all courses. Materials and texts specified in course descriptions may be bought at Melbourne Polytechnic Bookshops at all campus libraries.ENROLMENT FORM: To enrol in more than one course, photocopy the form. Please ensure you fill in all contact details as we may need to contact you regarding changes to courses.CLASS SIZES: Class sizes are limited. Early payment of fees is advisable.A LETTER CONFIRMING YOUR ENROLMENT INCLUDING DATE, TIME, COURSE AND LOCATION WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU. YOUR RECEIPT WILL BE MAILED TO YOU PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF YOUR COURSE.

HOW and WHERE TO ENROL

SECTION D: STUDENT TO READ - Terms and Conditions

PHONEEnrolments by credit card. Visa or Mastercard ONLY. (Diners and AMEX not accepted.)

p:

MAILMail completed enrolment application to:

Cheque or money order payable to Melbourne Polytechnic, must accompany form.

IN PERSONBring enrolment application and payment to any Melbourne Polytechnic campus or Skills and Job Centre.

Campus hours: Mon–Fri 8.45am–5pm

Skills and Job Centre hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm & Sunday 10am–5pm.

ONLINE ENROLMENTS: www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/short-courses/[email protected]

03 9269 8615

Short Courses, Melbourne Polytechnic, PO Box 136, West Heidelberg VIC 3081

SECTION B: STUDENT/ENROLLING OFFICER TO COMPLETE THIS SECTION - Course and Payment details

Course Name

Internal Course Code

Fund Source

Campus ESTIMATED FEES * Materials CODE AMOUNT

Fee For Service Course

Materials & Ancillaries

Other

TOTAL

Melbourne Polytechnic enrolling officer name: ______________________________________________________________________________ p: __________________________

Melbourne Polytechnic enrolling officer signature: __________________________________________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Register operator: ___________________________________________________________ Date: _____/______/_____ Receipt No: ___________________________________________

Enrolled on Strata by: ________________________________________________________ Date: ______/_____/_______

PAYMENT DETAILS – see below for third party payment arrangementsMelbourne Polytechnic – ABN 502 301 652 43

Cash Money Order Cheque Visa Mastercard EFTPOS NO Diners/AMEX

Credit Card No:

Expiry Date:

Cardholder’s nameCardholder’s signature

SECTION C: STUDENT ACQUISITION OFFICER to complete this section.

Start Date

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