Plastics Fabricator Apprentice
The training is conducted in a purpose-built factory environment by staff with an extensive industry background delivering the theoretical elements of the trade backed by hands on practical experience.
Apprentice Training Dates
Important Notice for current Apprentices/Employers:
- Please choose six of the training week options from the program listed.
- Contact Aaron Lederhose, our training consultant, with your choices so your training calendar can be confirmed.
Training weeks are Monday to Friday
- 31/2/22 – 4/3/22
- 28/3/22 – 4/4/22
- 4/4/22 – 8/4/22
- 2/5/22 – 6/5/22
- 6/6/22 – 10/6/22
- 4/7/22 – 8/7/22
- 1/8/22 – 5/8/22
- 5/9/22 – 9/9/22
- 3/10/22 – 7/10/22
- 7/11/22 – 11/11/22
- 5/12/22 – 9/12/22
Apprenticeship Program
Stage 1: Basic Trade Skills
- Thermoplastic Polymer Materials
- Measurements and Calculations
- Plastic Fabrication Technology
Stage 2: Intermediate Trade Skills
- Vacuum Forming and Mould Construction
- Plastic Welding Techniques
- Australian and International Plastic Fabrication Standards
Stage 3: Trade Skills
- Operate and Program CNC Routers
- Pattern Development
- Product Design
- Develop 3D CAD Models
Essential Workplace Knowledge and Skills
- Workplace Communication and Standard Procedures
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Quality Principles and Concepts
- 2D CAD Drawing
- Confined Spaces Safety Procedures
Specialisations within the Trade
- Commercial Fabrication and Display Products
- Industrial Fabrication for Mining and Manufacturing
- Prosthetics and Orthotics Technician – NEW
“Queensland Government Subsidy” means subsidy from the Department of Education and Training.
Prosthetics and Orthotics (Level 3 Technician)
New specialisation in development
Contact us at admin@partec.qld.edu.au to express interest in Prosthetics and Orthotics.