The learner group for this qualification comprises tradespersons or apprentices in engineering, manufacturing, and related industries, with practical experience and knowledge in their fields. This qualification supports individuals seeking to advance their careers by expanding trade-level competencies, particularly in areas such as mechanical maintenance or hydraulics. Learners may already work in roles such as mechanical maintenance tradespersons, they aim to enhance their skills and knowledge to take on advanced responsibilities, including working with hydraulic systems and other specialised engineering applications. This group often includes individuals employed in settings like manufacturing plants, factories, foundries, maintenance workshops and warehousing sites. They typically have experience collaborating with production personnel and are familiar with the operational demands of the engineering industry. Some learners may hold relevant qualifications, such as the MEM Manufacturing and Engineering Training Package Certificate III and can leverage credit recognition to streamline their pathway to completing this advanced qualification. Overall, these motivated and experienced individuals are committed to career progression as higher-level engineering tradespersons. They are eager to broaden their knowledge, master new skills, including hydraulics, and transition into specialised roles within the engineering and manufacturing sectors.