Melbourne Polytechnic’s Advanced Manufacturing Centre of Excellence (AMCOE) brings together the very best of manufacturing technology with world-class training to enable students and industry to develop clean economy and circular economy innovations.
About the initiative
Since opening its doors in June 2022 at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Heidelberg campus, AMCOE’s student numbers have grown 280%, with 68 apprentices connected to industry and 19 already completing their Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering.
The $3.22 million AMCOE facility was funded with the help of $1.4 million from Apprenticeships Victoria to help up-skill existing workers and supply the future workforce. A range of employers and industry partners have been involved in the development of AMCOE, including Sutton Tools and Integra Systems.
AMCOE students gain a thorough understanding of traditional manufacturing processes together with the latest technologies and approaches used in advanced manufacturing, such as the redesign and reimagining of products through the use of circular economy principles.
Outcomes
While AMCOE already delivers industry-standard workforce training in advanced manufacturing technologies through its engineering trades qualifications, it is also open to new opportunities and collaborations with a clean economy focus.
Melbourne Polytechnic is keen to hear from industry partners that can provide students with access to leading-edge technology and machinery used in current advanced manufacturing industry settings, as well as exploring applied research projects that support the transition to more efficient and sustainable manufacturing practices.
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