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Thornlie
Thornlie, the largest campus of South Metropolitan TAFE, is approximately 18km from the CBD to the south east.
The campus has specialised workshops, and offers courses in the areas of community services, engineering, business, fabrication, heavy duty mechanical, information technology and building and construction.
Thornlie has over 20 specialist computing laboratories, a fully equipped gymnasium for health and fitness training, and access to modern heavy vehicles. It also features an on-campus business simulator, specialised in medical business training, Koora-Marr Centre aboriginal cultural space and is an Adult Migrant English Program campus.
Facilities
Thornlie campus features a library for the use of students on campus.
The library provides:
- A large and diverse resource collection of books, magazines and DVDs, both physical and online
- Assistance with researching for information and answers to reference enquiries
- Information sessions on library and information services, supported with published and online information guides
- Assistance with study, referencing and learning skills
- Networked and wireless computer areas
- Access to electronic information such as internet and databases
Location
Block 9
Opening hours
Mondays to Thursdays - 8am to 4pm
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The Thornlie cafeteria is open Monday to Friday with hours posted at the door. A pool table is available for the enjoyment of students.
The campus is also within easy walking distance to Centro Maddington Shopping Centre with over 80 retailers.
Vending machines are available on site for drinks and snacks.
Thornlie campus features one of the state's Jobs and Skills Centres, where free career development advice and job opportunities can be explored by students and the general public.
The campus also hosts the Koora-Marr Centre for Aboriginal Learning, which aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at TAFE.
Smart Travel
We recommend all visitors to campuses take advantage of our Smart Travel information to ease congestion on and around our campuses.
Parking
Thornlie campus has parking available for students with parking permits at the rear of the campus. Car parks can be accessed Monday to Thursday between 7:30am and 10pm and Friday between 7:30am and 5pm during term. Security guards patrol both car parks regularly during these periods and hoon behaviour will not be tolerated. Parking signs prohibiting parking on any ring road or on lawn areas will be enforced by the City of Gosnells Rangers who will issue infringement notices.
Public transport
Thornlie campus enjoys bus stops on Burslem Drive connecting Thornlie campus with the train station and with bus services to Perth. Visit Transperth's Journey Planner, using South Metropolitan TAFE Thornlie campus as a landmark to plan your trip or collect a timetable from the Customer Service Centre on campus.
Students enjoy free WiFi at all SM TAFE campuses.
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Location
Address
Burslem Drive, Thornlie WA 6108
T: 1800 001 001
E: info@smtafe.wa.edu.au
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Diploma of Accounting
Hone your accounting skills with the Diploma of Accounting. Learn to manage accounting reporting, taxation and control procedures.
Acquire the specific accounting techniques that will become the tools of your trade. The Diploma of Accounting will build on your knowledge gained at the Certificate IV level, and will prepare you for accounting positions within larger corporate organisations and growing companies. You will gain a more detailed understanding of day-to-day accounting work through practical training in operational activities.
Completion of the Diploma of Accounting, with passes in prescribed taxation units, satisfies some of the academic requirements for registration as a tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB).
Gain these skills
- prepare income tax returns
- manage budgets and forecasts
- prepare financial reports
- implement and maintain internal control procedures
- provide management accounting information
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Diploma
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Multiply your skills with the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping and work your way towards a career in accounting.
Are you looking to invest yourself into an accounting or bookkeeping career?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping you'll have the foundations for a career in accounting, making you ideal for sub-accountant or bookkeeping roles or as a registered BAS agent (with additional training and experience).
Gain these skills
- prepare financial reports
- accounts and ledgers
- operational budgets
- business activity statements (BAS)
- accounting principles and industry practice
With industry and government forecasting strong demand for accountants in the coming years, you'll be ready for recruiting.
Completion of the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping opens up a range of further study options, including specialist diplomas, and it may assist in entry to university.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate IV
Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Invest in your mathematical skills with the Certificate III in Accounts Administration. Learn to oversee financial transactions, balance accounts and ledgers and provide financial reports.
Are you looking to invest yourself in a rewarding accounts career?
When you complete the Certificate III in Accounts Administration you'll have skills that employers are looking for, making you ideal for roles in accounts payable and receivable, as a cashier, payroll officer or accounts clerk.
Gain these skills
- knowledge in financial transactions
- accounts and ledgers
- workplace health and safety
- financial reports, and payroll
- You will gain experience in using computerized accounting software including MYOB and XERO.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
Begin a career working with agricultural machinery with the Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology. Learn the tricks of the trade in automotive retail, service and repair.
Delivered at:
Want to service tractors, harvestors and agricultural equipment?
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of agricultural machinery in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.
Gain these skills:
- follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
- test and repair basic electrical circuits
- test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
- diagnose and repair charging systems
- diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
- diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems
- diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts
- diagnose and repair mobile plant hydraulic systems
- diagnose and repair mobile plant braking systems
- diagnose and repair powershift transmissions
- carry out diagnostic procedures
- inspect and service braking systems
- inspect and service engines
Certificate III
Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies
Launch your career in information technology, or be ready for employment using a range of technologies.
Begin your IT career pathway and enhance your employability skills!
The Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies will equip you with the foundation skills to either seek general employment, or commence you on an academic pathway for a career in the IT industry.
Gain these skills:
- business application skills in word processing, spreadsheets and database
- develop digital imaging skills
- use and develop social media presence
- work with basic computer hardware and operating systems
- gain workplace health and safety knowledge
- develop sustainable work practices
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on-campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, networking, programming and digital media.
Higher level studies are strongly recommended.
Certificate II
Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production - Bus, Truck and Trailer (Vehicle Body Building Pre-apprenticeship)
Learn the skills and knowledge to prepare for a bus, truck and trailer vehicle body building apprenticeship.
Delivered at:
Are you revved up for a body building career?
When you complete the Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production - Bus, Truck and Trailer (Vehicle Body Building Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice vehicle body builder.
Gain these skills
- operate automotive tools, equipment and machinery
- paint vehicle chassis and surfaces
- assemble components
- work in a team and
- workplace safety and health
Certificate II
Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer
Learn the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in the automotive manufacturing industry (bus, truck and trailer) sector. Learn how to prepare materials for fabrication, mechanical cutting operations and welding.
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Build your career in vehicle construction and repair
Vehicle construction and repair is a diverse trade requiring a broad range of skills. Vehicle Construction and Repair workers manufacture, modify and repair a wide range of purpose built heavy and light commercial vehicle bodies, trailers, chassis and components. These include buses, vans, tipping bodies, cabs, semi trailers, mining vehicles, heavy haulage, light vehicles, tankers, recovery vehicles and personnel carriers.
Trades people in this industry use a vast variety of materials such as steel, aluminium, sheet metal, plastic, fiberglass, wood, rubber, glass and box sections and channel. They will weld (gas metal arc and electric arc welding) fit, bolt, rivet and glue these materials as well as install axles, suspension, brakes, wheels, hydraulic, pneumatic, lighting and electrical systems as required. You will also learn to contribute to workplace relationships and processes, provide customer service and participate in improving workplace productivity.
Gain these skills:
- prepare materials for fabrication using jigs/fixtures and manual processes
- conduct mechanical cutting operations
- perform various types of welding operations
- mount and assemble components
- modify or rectify chassis/frame and associated components
Certificate III
Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (Heavy Vehicle Servicing Pre-apprenticeship)
Learn the skills to prepare for a heavy vehicle or plant mechanic apprenticeship. Learn how to work on loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks and haul trucks.
Are you geared up for a big career working with big gears?
When you complete the Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (Heavy Vehicle Servicing Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice heavy vehicle or plant mechanic.
Gain these skills
- working on loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks and haul trucks
- inspecting and servicing transmissions, steering, brakes, fuel injection systems, hydraulics, and batteries
- troubleshooting basic faults
- workplace safety and health
Certificate II
Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Gain the trade knowledge and skills to lay bricks as a bricklayer or blocklayer
Do you want to build a lifetime career from the ground up?
When you complete the Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying you will be ready for a certified trade career as a bricklayer or blocklayer.
Gain these skills
You will gain the knowledge and skills to lay bricks for domestic, commercial, and public buildings.
- construct arches
- columns
- feature walls
- steps & stairs
- curved walls
- ornamental panels
- interpret plans
- apply work health and safety requirements
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie and Rockingham Campuses offer first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate III
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Bricklaying and Blocklaying Pre-apprenticeship)
Gain the skills to work in the building industry and become an apprentice bricklayer/blocklayer.
Do you want to build your career outdoors?
When you complete this Certificate II in Building and Construction pre-apprenticeship you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice bricklayer/blocklayer.
Gain these skills
- constructing and repairing walls, arches, foundations, and partitions
- interpreting plans
- measuring
- calculating the right amount of materials for the job
- working with scaffolding safely at heights and
- workplace health and safety
Certificate II
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)
Gain the skills to work in the building industry and become an apprentice carpenter and joiner.
Could, should, wood! Nail a career in carpentry with this pre-apprenticeship
When you complete this Certificate II in Building and Construction pre-apprenticeship you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice carpenter and joiner.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the building industry, in accordance with current building practices.
Gain these skills
- manual and power tool use
- construction of wall frames
- installing flooring
- interpreting plans
- measuring
- calculating the right amount of materials for the job
- working with scaffolding safely at heights and
- workplace health and safety
Learn in specialised facilities
The Mandurah, Rockingham and Thornlie campuses offer world-class facilities and are equipped with the latest technology.
Certificate II
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Painting and Decorating Pre-apprenticeship)
Gain the skills to work in the building industry and become an apprentice painter and decorator.
Do you have an eye for colour and like to finish what others start?
When you complete this Certificate II in Building and Construction pre-apprenticeship you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice painter and decorator.
Gain these skills:
- painting techniques
- interpreting plans
- preparing surfaces
- measuring
- calculating the right amount of materials for the job
- working with scaffolding safely at heights and
- workplace health and safety
Painting and decorating is known as the finishing trade, encompassing both residential and commercial areas. It can include new constructions as well as restoring historically significant buildings.
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie and Mandurah Campuses offer first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate II
Certificate III in Business
Gain the business skills to work in data entry, customer services, account or as an office clerk.
Do you want the skills for a flexible career that could take you anywhere?
When you complete the Certificate III in Business you'll have skills that employers are looking for, making you ideal for roles in data entry, customer service, accounts or as an office clerk.
Gain these skills
- basic MYOB
- workplace organisation
- customer service
- workplace health and safety
- desktop publishing, spreadsheets, creating electronic presentations
With industry and government forecasting a strong demand for office workers in coming years, you'll be ready for recruiting.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Business
Gain the business skills to manage offices in the corporate world as an office manager, business planner and customer service.
Do you want a career among tomorrow's business leaders?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Business you will have a practical foundation to take you into a number of business and corporate careers: office management, start-up business planning and marketing, and customer service.
Gain these skills
- manage customer needs and feedback
- develop and promote products and services
- play a supporting role in the recruitment of staff
- make presentations to groups
- work in effective teams
- workplace health and safety
Completion of the Certificate IV in Business opens up a range of further study options, including specialist business diplomas and it may assist in entry to university.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate IV
Diploma of Business
Gain the business skills to build and manage a team in the government and private sectors. Learn how to recruit, develop a team and manage organisational risk.
Do you have what it takes to take care of business?
When you complete the Diploma of Business you will have what it takes for a career in both the government and private sectors.
Gain these skills
- build and manage a capable team
- recruit the right people
- develop your team's skills
- manage organisational risk
- undertake projects
- facilitate effective meetings
- manage risk
Completion of the Diploma of Business opens up a range of further study options and it may give you advanced standing towards a university degree.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Diploma
Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Gain the office skills to work in data entry, customer service or accounts, secretarial or reception. Learn basic MYOB and workplace health and safety.
Do you want the skills for a flexible career that could take you anywhere?
When you complete the Certificate III in Business Administration you'll have skills that employers are looking for, making you ideal for roles in data entry, customer service, or as an office or accounts clerk, secretary or receptionist.
Gain these skills
- knowledge in basic MYOB
- workplace organisation
- workplace health and safety
- spreadsheets and organising schedules
- word processing, electronic presentations
With industry and government forecasting a growing demand for office workers in coming years, you'll be ready for recruiting.
This course is also offered as a dual qualification with Certificate III in Business.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Business (Administration)
Gain the business skills to manage customers in office management or business administration.
Are you ready to organise your career in administration?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Business Administration you will be set for a career with expanding possibilities: in office management, or business administration.
Gain these skills
- manage customer needs and feedback
- develop complex documents and spreadsheets
- facilitate smooth workplace communication
- make presentations to groups
- work in effective teams
- workplace health and safety
If you choose to enrol in the additional unit BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding you may also be eligible for the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business.
Completion of the Certificate IV in Business (Business Administration) opens up a range of further study options, including specialist business diplomas, and it may assist in entry to university.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate IV
Certificate III in Business (Medical Administration)
Gain the skills to work in a medical administration support role. Learn basic accounting and medical accounts and terminology.
Do you want a career supporting health professionals?
When you complete the Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) you'll have skills that may be suitable for a medical administration support role.
Gain these skills
- basic accounting
- workplace organisation
- workplace health and safety
- introduction to medical terminology
- maintaining patient records and medical accounts
With industry and government forecasting a growing demand for medical receptionists and clerks in coming years, you could be ready for recruiting.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Cabinet Making
Gain the skills to work in the furnishing industry as a furniture maker or cabinet maker.
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Do you want a trades career making cherished chairs and loved lounges, solid shelves and custom cabinets?
When you complete the Certificate III in Cabinet Making you'll be ready for a career as a furniture maker or cabinet maker.
Gain these skills:
- use hand and power tools
- operate industrial machinery
- CNC processing centres
- produce angled and curved furniture
- apply decorative surfaces
- select timber
- prepare surfaces
- interpret plans
- measuring
- calculating the right amount of materials for the job
- workplace health and safety
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie Campus offers first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Carpentry
Gain the building and construction skills to work as a domestic or commercial carpenter.
Do you want to build a strong career from the ground up?
When you complete the Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery you will be ready for a career as a domestic or commercial carpenter.
Gain these skills
- use basic carpentry tools, power tools and carpentry materials
- construct a pitched roof, ceiling frames and wooden flooring
- interpret plans
- apply work health and safety requirements
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie, Rockingham and Mandurah Campuses offer first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Civil Construction
Gain the skills to supervise and manage civil construction staff and planning.
Delivered at:
Ready to build your career in civil construction?
A career in civil construction allows you to design and build complex structures such as major roads, sewer networks, even stadiums. When you complete this course you will be qualified to work in a supervisory position in civil construction.
Three different traineeship streams of this course are available at South Metropolitan TAFE, a "General" stream, an "Open Cut" and a "Stone" stream.
Gain these skills:
- how to be responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others
- contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems
- apply management plans to the workplace
Learn in specialised facilities
Our campuses provide students with a hands-on learning environment that feature industry-standard equipment, advanced technology and specialised workshop areas.
Certificate IV
Certificate III in Civil Construction (Civil Construction General)
Gain the skills to become a mobile plant operator, bridge construction worker, pipe layer or road construction worker.
Delivered at:
Are you looking for a career in construction using the largest tools?
When you complete the Certificate III in Civil Construction (Civil Construction General) you'll be building a career as a mobile plant operator, bridge construction worker, pipe layer, or road construction worker.
SM TAFE provides quality training that serves both employers and employees. Employers gain the benefits of skilled and accredited employees and the employee gains the knowledge, skill, confidence and a sense of pride when completing the qualification. Training for any required gap units can be scheduled to align with workplace operations and may be conducted at the employer’s place of business if required.
Gain these skills:
- Safety on the work site
- Safe handling of materials
- Plant and machinery operation
- Excavation
- Levelling
- Reading plans
- Earthworks
- Communication
- Locate and protect underground services.
All delivery is done off campus at clients' sites or specialised resourced locations in the metropolitan area.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
Gain the skills to become a mobile plant operator, bridge construction worker, pipe layer or road construction worker.
Delivered at:
Are you looking for a career in construction laying pipes?
When you complete the Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying) you'll be building a career as a mobile plant operator, bridge construction worker, pipe layer, or road construction worker.
SM TAFE provides quality training that serves both employers and employees. Employers gain the benefits of skilled and accredited employees and the employee gains the knowledge, skill, confidence and a sense of pride when completing the qualification. Training for any required gap units can be scheduled to align with workplace operations and may be conducted at the employer’s place of business if required.
Gain these skills:
- Safety on the work site
- Safe handling of materials
- Plant and machinery operation
- Excavation
- Levelling
- Reading plans
- Earthworks
- Communication
- Locate and protect underground services.
All delivery is done off campus at clients' sites or specialised resourced locations in the metropolitan area.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
Gain the skills to become a mobile plant operator, bridge construction worker, pipe layer or road construction worker.
Delivered at:
Are you looking for a career in construction operating plant equipment?
When you complete the Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations you'll be building a career as a mobile plant operator.
SM TAFE provides quality training that serves both employers and employees. Employers gain the benefits of skilled and accredited employees and the employee gains the knowledge, skill, confidence and a sense of pride when completing the qualification. Training for any required gap units can be scheduled to align with workplace operations and may be conducted at the employer’s place of business if required.
Gain these skills:
- Safety on the work site
- Safe handling of materials
- Plant and machinery operation
- Excavation
- Levelling
- Reading plans
- Earthworks
- Communication
- Locate and protect underground services.
All delivery is done off campus at clients' sites or specialised resourced locations in the metropolitan area.
Certificate III
Comptia Security+ Preparation Course
Learn using hands on skills, to gain security problem solving abilities, on the latest trends and techniques in cyber security.
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CompTIA Security+ is the first industry certification you should earn to solidify your core security knowledge giving your employer or potential employers the confidence that you have the skills to work in a fast paced high pressure work place.
Learn using hands on skills, to gain security problem solving abilities, on the latest trends and techniques in cyber security. Mix this with our state of the art Cyber Training environment at South Metropolitan TAFE, you will be setup for success when you take the CompTIA Security+ exam.
Gain these skills:
- assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions
- monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT
- operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance
- identify, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents
Short course
Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair
Explore a career in computers as a computer assembler and repairer.
Looking for a practical computing course?
When you complete the Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair you'll be flicking the switch on a career in computers as a computer assembler and repairer.
Gain these skills:
- repair, maintain, assemble and upgrade a personal computer
- replace components and circuit boards
- use test equipment
- learn computer operating systems
- low voltage circuit analysis
- workshop environments methods
- utilise workplace health and safety and sustainability practices
Higher level studies are strongly recommended to enhance your employability skills.
Dual qualification: you may choose to complete the A113 UEE21911 Certificate II in Electronics in the same semester. Ask us about this exciting option.
Certificate II
Certificate IV in Computer Systems
Become a computer systems technician.
Delivered at:
Are you ready for a technology career hardwired for success?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Computer Systems you'll be well on your way to an exciting IT career. Gain skills that employers will value for a computer systems technician.
Gain these skills:
- select, install, commission, fault find and maintain computer hardware
- select, install, commission, fault find and maintain software and network systems including wireless
- support engineering application software and hardware
- write and test programs to control external devices
- build web pages
- utilise workplace health and safety and sustainability practices
By completing this course at South Metropolitan TAFE you'll also gain valuable skills to prepare for external Cisco CCNA certification.
Dual qualification: a second qualification in A137 UEE40711 Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications may be readily achieved as many units are common to both qualifications. Ask about this exciting option.
Certificate IV
Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering
Launch your career as an engineering associate, technical officer, or computer systems technician.
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Are you ready for a high end technology career?
When you complete the Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering you'll be well on your way to a career as an engineering associate, technical officer, or computer systems technician.
Gain these skills:
- assemble, test, maintain, and troubleshoot a range of electronic devices and computer systems
- fault-find digital and microcontroller systems
- develop skills in design, configuration and fault-finding computer networks
- PCB CAD design
- microcontroller and object oriented code programming
By completing this course at South Metropolitan TAFE you'll also gain valuable skills in Cisco CCNA and Cisco Wireless.
Dual qualification: Students will have the opportunity to concurrently complete A160 UEE50511 Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering with this course as many units are common to both courses. Ask for more information.
Diploma
Certificate II in Creative Industries
An exciting ICT creative career pathway as a multimedia designer, web developer, or production assistant.
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Get your creativity flowing!
Creativity is the third top skill that employers are looking for to future proof your career. The Certificate II in Creative Industries will start you on your journey towards an exciting creative career pathway as a multimedia designer, web developer, or production assistant. By completing this qualification you will also improve your ICT employability skills.
Gain these skills
- use digital technologies and multimedia
- social media skills
- design and digital imaging skills
- gain arts industry knowledge
- effective teamwork
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology, creative media and electronics.
See our IT Training Facebook page
Certificate II
Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Delve into the world of cyber security and become a trusted professional in a fast-growing industry.
Become the next generation cyber expert!
Delve into the world of cyber security and become a trusted professional in a fast-growing industry. In a world where cyber attacks are constantly on the rise, there has never been a better time to gain in-demand skills that can set you up for a lucrative career in cyber security.
Gain skills in
- cyber security concepts
- authentication and encryption
- network scripting
- professional ethics
- security data analysis
A capstone project in the last term of study consolidates skills gained and is applied to an industry scenario. This course leads to a job of the future with STEM skills highly prized in the protection of data.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on-campus
Our state-of-the-art Training Cyber Security Operations Centre (TCSOC) provides a secure training environment designed to simulate realistic cyber-attacks relating to attack, defence and monitoring. The TCSOC provides a multi-campus centre based in Murdoch with ‘nodes’ at Thornlie and Rockingham campuses in order for all IT students to experience this leading edge training.
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, systems and programming.
See our IT Training Facebook page
Certificate IV
Design Grid Connected PV System with Battery Storage skill set
Upskill your photovoltaic skills to be able to design and install grid connect battery storage systems.
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This course is open to all Photovoltaic Installers who have completed and passed the Grid Connect Design and Install units. It provides an opportunity for currently competent Grid connect designers and installers to upskill to the Grid Connect with battery storage skillset.
It provides detailed knowledge and practical skills for the design, installation, fault-finding and repair of battery storage systems for grid-connected photovoltaic systems.
On successful completion of this course, the candidate is able to register with the Clean Energy Council as an approved Grid Connect battery storage system designer and installer.
Skill set
Certificate I in EAL (Access)
Improve your English skills for further training and/ or employment.
Improve your English skills
For almost everything you do in Australia, you need to understand, speak, read and write English. If you have done your ESL entry course, or have picked up some English along the way, and want to build on it, this course will help towards further study or getting a good job.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below and our Program Manager will contact you to talk through your study goals.
Certificate I
Certificate II in EAL (Access)
Improve your English skills for further training and/ or employment.
Improve your English skills
When you finish the Certificate II in EAL (Access) you will be able to use English every day with confidence.
Gain these skills:
- take part in informal conversations
- read and write informative advice
- understand and respond to written and spoken information
- understand the news
- use the internet safely
You will be enrolled in the correct level based on your English knowledge.
EAL = English as an Additional Language.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below and our Program Manager will contact you to talk through your study goals.
Certificate II
Certificate III in EAL (Access)
Complete this course and you'll be able to use English every day with confidence.
Do you speak a language at home which isn't English?
When you finish the Certificate III in EAL (Access) you will be able to use English every day with confidence.
You will learn to
- take part in informal conversations
- read and write
- understand and respond to written and spoken information
- understand the news
- use the internet safely
You will be enrolled in the correct level based on your English knowledge.
EAL = English as an Additional Language.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below. Our Program Manager will contact you to discuss your study goals.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study)
A transitional English course for those wanting to study at diploma or university level.
Do you speak another language at home (not English)?
The Certificate IV in EAL (English as an Additional Language) - Further Study will prepare you for a wide range of study including Diploma and university (Murdoch University).
This course meets appropriate entry requirements into Murdoch University undergraduate degrees with minimum entry of IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Gain these skills:
- academic discussions
- reading and understanding textbooks
- research and analytical skills
- oral and written presentation of information
- to understand and respond to written and spoken information.
You will be enrolled in the correct level based on your English knowledge.
EAL = English as an Additional Language.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below and our Program Manager will contact you to talk through your study goals.
Certificate IV
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
An expanding sector for those with a passion for the care and education of children up to the age of five.
Early Childhood Education and Care is an expanding sector for those with a passion for the care and education of young children up to the age of 5 years. The sector is demanding higher qualifications and training from educators to ensure consistently high standards of education and care for children placed in these services. This can be achieved by completing the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
90% of surveyed students were highly satisfied with this course.
Gain these skills
- learn to interact and foster the development of young children
- work within legal requirements
- ensure children's health and safety is prioritised
- work with children of different backgrounds and cultures
- provide support to children in different child care environments
- undertake work placement to apply the practical skills and knowledge you have learned
Students are required to obtain a Working with Children Check before attending work placement.
Is this the right course for you?
Have you got what it takes to be successful in this career? Our Core Skills guide lists the skills and attributes necessary to study and work in this field.
Certificate III
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Plan, implement and manage early childhood programs in accordance with accreditation and duty of care requirements. Become a childcare director.
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care covers educators in children's services (early childhood) who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services, in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements. At this level educators have responsibility for supervision of other staff and volunteers. In most states it is the highest qualification required at director or service manager level for children's service centre based care and education.
Gain these skills
- lead a team in an Education and Care Service
- provide care and meet the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of infants and young children in various care settings
- ethical work practices and legal requirements of the industry
- advanced skills in care routines
- working with families
- observing and recording children's behaviour
- working with culturally diverse clients
- managing safety in the workplace
- work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures
- provide care and support for children in various child care situations
Good news!
This course has been replaced by a new training package in 2022. It is intended that students starting in Semester 2 2022 will commence their study in this new qualification with new units developed to meet current and future industry needs.
We are currently applying in the process of adding this qualification to our scope of registration and developing new learning resources and assessment tools. Please be aware that an entry requirement for this qualification is the successful completion of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Also, there will be a mandatory requirement to undertake an unpaid work placement of a minimum of 280 hours.
Diploma
Electrical Contractor Nominees WAE200
Build on your current electrical studies with the Electrical Contractor Nominees
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Complete the full Electrical Contractors Course
The full electrical contractors course includes both nominee and business components, the Electrical Contractors Nominees / In-house Licence course and the Electrical Contractors Business Licence course.
This Electrical Licensing Board-approved course provides theoretical and practical training and is designed to enhance participants’ existing skill sets. The program will not only build upon your current electrical trade studies, it will also improve and refresh your knowledge of:
- statutory requirements (Electrical Contractors Nominees/In-house Licence)
- legislation and process (Electrical Contractors Nominees/In-house Licence)
- inspection and testing of electrical installation work (Electrical Contractors Nominees/In-house Licence)
- business task management and monitoring business operations (Electrical Contractors Licence)*
The Electrical Contractors Nominees / In-house Licence course consists of one mandatory unit. This unit is delivered via face to face learning with a post - delivery design assignment to be satisfactorily completed before a certificate is issued.
- S0330P Electrical Contractor Nominees WAE200 (this course page)
The Electrical Contractors Business Licence course consists of two mandatory units. These units are delivered by the colleges e-Learning Blackboard platform with the student attending the college after all online work is completed for face to face assessment.
Dates
The Nominee/In-house license units are delivered on campus across 5 full days:
- 7 to 11 February
- 14 to 18 March
- 2 to 6 May
- 25 to 29 July
- 22 to 26 August
- 10 to 14 October
- 14 to 18 November
Next dates for delivery of Business license units:
Prospective participants can enrol anytime and have one year to complete the units.
Short course
Certificate III in Electrical Fitting
Manufacture, wire and fit electrical components within a plant or on machinery.
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Gain these skills
- manufacture, fit, assemble, erect, operate, test, fault find, alter, repair electrical equipment
- electrical wiring work associated with assembling, maintaining, terminating or altering the wiring between electrical components within a plant or machinery
- problem solve in d.c. circuits and in single and three phase low voltage machines
- develop and connect electrical control circuits
- use diagrams, standards, codes and specifications
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie and Rockingham Campuses offer first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate III
Electrical Trade Revision
Review and revise your electrical learning with this fourth-year course.
The Electrical Trade Revision course is for 4th year apprentices. The aim of the course is to provide apprentices the opportunity to review and revise the electrical principles and essential performance criteria they have covered in the past 4 years.
The following subjects are covered:
- Technical Standards
- Installation testing and isolation procedures
- Maximum demand
- Cable selection
- Circuit protection
- Appliance testing
- Electrical theory
Short course
Certificate II in Electronics
Learn practical electronics skills in this highly sought after course.
Looking for an electrifying career path?
Flick on the switch to a new career in electronics! Get your foot in the door with the Certificate II in Electronics and discover an introduction to the world of electronics to gain knowledgeable and practical workshop skills.
Gain these skills
- assemble and replace electronic components
- troubleshoot DC circuits
- use test equipment
- utilise workplace health and safety and sustainability practices
This qualification will prepare you for higher level studies, which are strongly recommended to enhance your employability skills.
Dual qualification: you may choose to complete the A103 UEE20511 Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair, in the same semester. Ask us about this exciting option.
Certificate II
Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications
Join the skillful and practical world of electronics as you become a technician.
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Are you ready for an electronics career helping others get the message?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications you'll be well on your way to a career as an electronic technician.
Gain these skills
- assemble, test, maintain, and troubleshoot a range of electronic components and devices
- fault-find in power supplies, amplifiers, communications systems, digital and microcontroller systems
- write and test programs to control external devices
- utilise workplace health and safety and sustainability practices
This is a WA priority skills course so lower tuition fees apply and employment prospects are higher.
Dual qualification: at the Thornlie campus a second qualification in A132 UEE40111 Certificate IV in Computer Systems may be readily achieved as many units are common to both qualifications. Ask about this exciting option.
Certificate IV
Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Progress towards a specialist career as an engineering associate, technical officer, or electronic systems technician.
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Are you ready to join the ranks of electronics professionals?
Advance your career in electronics and communications with the Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering. With this technical qualification, you will gain specialised knowledge and extensive skills across the electrical engineering field to progress towards a career as an engineering associate, technical officer, or electronic systems technician. Our purpose-built facility features advanced technologies and equipment to ensure students are learning in an industry-standard setting.
Gain these skills
- assemble, test, maintain, and troubleshoot a range of electronic components and devices
- fault-find power supplies, amplifiers, communications systems, digital and microcontroller systems
- write and test programs to control devices
- commission and modify electronic systems
- develop design briefs
- supervise a team
- workplace health and safety and sustainability practices
Dual qualification: At our Thornlie campus you will have the opportunity to concurrently complete UEE50120 Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering, as many of the units are common to both courses. Ask for more information.
Diploma
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)
Become an apprentice in the electrical, instrumentation or electrical servicing trades.
Are you looking for an electrical career and current skills?
When you complete the Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)(Electrotechnology Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice in the electrical, instrumentation or electrical servicing trades.
Gain these skills:
- work effectively in the construction industry
- use hand and power tools
- interpret drawings
- take electrical and electronic measurements
- solder components
- workplace health and safety
Learn in specialised facilities
SM TAFE's Thornlie, Rockingham and Mandurah Campuses offer first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate II
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Launch your career as a licensed electrician.
Are you looking for an electrical career and current skills?
When you complete the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician you'll be looking at a career as a licensed electrician (additional requirements apply).
Gain these skills
- install low voltage wiring, switchgear and appliances
- arrange and connect circuits
- troubleshoot and problem solve apparatus and circuits
- use hand and power tools
- interpret drawings
- take electrical and electronic measurements
- workplace health and safety
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie Campus offers first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate III
Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)
Continue your trade studies through to a metal fabrication apprenticeship.
Blend a traditional trade with new technologies!
Metal fabricators and welders work in a diverse trade, applying a broad range of fabrication and welding skills to industries including mechanical and civil engineering, mining resources sector, heavy haulage and road transport, agriculture machinery, construction, defence, refineries and materials bulk handling. Pre-apprentices are exposed to the latest technological developments in the fabrication and welding trade, including computer controlled metal plate cutting equipment.
This pre-apprenticeship prepares graduates to continue their studies through to a metal fabrication apprenticeship.
Gain these skills:
- Perform routine oxy acetylene welding
- Carry out mechanical cutting
- Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
- Perform routine manual metal arc welding
- Perform manual production welding
- Perform routine gas metal arc welding
- Interpret technical drawing
- Perform engineering measurements
- Use power tools/hand held operations
Learn in specialised facilities
Our campuses provides students with a hands-on learning environment that feature industry-standard equipment, advanced technology and specialised workshop areas.
Certificate II
Certificate IV in Engineering (Maintenance)
Become a higher engineering or a special class engineering tradesperson in mechanical, electrical/electronic or fabrication trade disciplines.
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The Certificate IV in Engineering specifies the competencies required for employment as a Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class Engineering Tradesperson - Level II in mechanical, electrical/electronic or fabrication trade disciplines. The job role involves application of additional skills in the learner's trade or cross skills from other trades.
Gain these skills
- design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance and service of equipment and machinery
- fabrication of structures and assemblies
- manufacture of sheet metal work
- use of relevant machinery, equipment and joining techniques
- working with fluid power systems, stationary and mobile equipment, instruments and refrigeration
- using computer controlled machine tools
Certificate IV
Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)
Become a mechanical fitting or machinist apprentice in the mining, industrial, defence, automotive, or hydraulics industries.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll greatly improve your chance of getting a mechanical fitting or machinist apprenticeship in industries such as mining, industrial, defence, automotive, or hydraulics.
Gain these skills
- make machines, parts, and tools
- work with pumps and hydraulics
- use workshop machines
- utilise hand and power tools
- measuring & technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
Learn in specialised facilities
Our campuses provides students with a hands-on learning environment that feature industry-standard equipment, advanced technology and specialised workshop areas.
Certificate II
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Heavy Yg)
Start your trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator.
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Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
Looking to gain the skills and knowledge required to work in the engineering fabrication industry? When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Heavy YG) you'll be looking at a trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator in industries such as mining or construction.
Gain these skills:
- create and work with metal fabrications
- use workshop machines
- use hand and power tools, metal, gas, flux core, tungsten
- arc welding
- thermal cutting
- measuring
- technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
Certificate III
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Heavy/Welding YH)
Start your trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator.
Delivered at:
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Heavy/Welding YH) you'll be looking at a trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator in industries such as mining or construction. Develop practical knowledge and gain hands-on skills in fabrication and welding, using industry standard technologies and techniques.
Gain these skills:
- create and work with metal fabrications
- use workshop machines
- use hand and power tools
- metal, gas, flux core, tungsten
- arc welding
- thermal cutting
- measuring
- technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
Learn in specialised facilities
Our campuses provides students with a hands-on learning environment that feature industry-standard equipment, advanced technology and specialised workshop areas.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Light Yc)
Launch your trades career as a sheet metal worker or light metal fabricator in mining or construction.
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Are you looking for a career creating and repairing metal structures and products?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Light YC) you'll be looking at a trades career as a sheet metal worker or light metal fabricator in industries such as mining or construction.
The course begins by establishing the foundation skills that are required to be a successful sheetmetal trades-person. Students undertake workshop and classroom projects to develop the skills required by a trades-person.
Gain these skills:
- create and work with light metal fabrications
- use workshop machines, hand and power tools
- sheet and plate assembly
- thermal cutting, tungsten arc welding, silver soldering and gas metal arc welding
- sketching and drawing interpretation
- problem solving, error detection and correction
- advanced fabrication and job presentation skills
Certificate III
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitter and Machinist ZB)
Launch your trades career as a machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist ZB) you'll be looking at a trades career as a machinist metal, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in industries such as mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
Gain these skills:
- make machines, parts, and tools
- work with pumps and hydraulics
- use workshop machines, hand and power tools, mills and lathes
- arc welding
- measuring
- technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
Certificate III
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Mechanical Fitter ZA)
Launch your trades career as a machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter ZA) you'll be looking at a trades career as a machinist metal, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in industries such as mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
Gain these skills:
- work with pumps and hydraulics
- work with pneumatic systems
- work with mechanical drives and transmissions
- use workshop machines
- use hand and power tools
- arc welding
- thermal cutting
- measuring
- technical drawing
- workplace health and safety
Certificate III
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Plant Mechanic ZG/Z)
Gain the skills and knowledge for a career in the heavy plant industry.
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Are you looking for a spark to ignite your career?
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Plant Mechanic ZG/Z) you'll be ready for a career in the heavy plant industry.
Gain these skills:
- diagnose and repair drivelines, drive assemblies, engines, suspension, brakes, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, steering, wiring and circuits
- controlling systems
- workplace safety and health
Certificate III
Certificate II in Furniture Making (Cabinet Making/Furniture Making Pre-Apprenticeship)
Become an apprentice furniture maker or cabinet maker.
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Do you want a trades career making cherished chairs and loved lounges?
When you complete the Certificate II in Furniture Making (Cabinet Making/Furniture Making Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice furniture maker or cabinet maker.
Gain these skills
- using hand and power tools
- preparing surfaces
- interpreting plans
- measuring
- calculating the right amount of materials for the job and
- workplace health and safety
Cabinet makers work from plans or drawings to make home and office furniture, as well as make built-in cupboards and fixtures for new homes and shops. Furniture Making concentrates on the production of solid and free standing furniture.
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie Campus offers first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
Certificate II
Certificate I in General Education for Adults
Gain better reading, writing, maths, and computer skills.
Do you want to take control of your future?
When you finish the Certificate I in General Education for Adults you will have better reading, writing, maths, and computer skills.
Gain these skills
- how to make a plan
- simple reading and writing
- how to make simple documents
- basic computer skills
- simple maths and working with money
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below. Our Program Manager will contact you to discuss your study goals.
The Certificate I in General Education for Adults is approximately equivalent to Year 9 for the purposes of applying for a TAFE course and will meet the entry requirements for most Certificate II, III or IV level TAFE courses.
Certificate I
Certificate II in General Education for Adults
Make a fresh start with this general education course.
Do you want to take control of your future?
When you finish the Certificate II in General Education for Adults you will have a fresh start at education.
Gain these skills
- planning goals and carrying out projects
- advanced reading and writing
- how to make different documents
- computer skills
- maths and problem solving
The Certificate II in General Education for Adults is approximately equivalent to Year 10 for the purposes of applying for a TAFE course and will meet the entry requirements for most Certificate II, III or IV level TAFE courses.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below. Our Program Manager will contact you to discuss your study goals.
Certificate II
Grid Connect Design and Install Clean Energy Council skill set
Register as a Clean Energy Council accredited designer or installer on completion of this course.
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The course runs for 5 consecutive days and contains theoretical and practical components and assessments. Over the five days students will cover the required Australian Standards and Clean Energy Council Guidelines for accredited Installers and Designers.
Gain these skills:
- Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems
- Design grid connected photovoltaic power supply system skills
- Install, configure and commission LV grid connected photovoltaic power systems
On successful completion of units K125A and K135A a student may register as a Clean Energy Council accredited Grid Connect Designer. On successful completion of K125 and K148 a student may register as a Clean Energy Council accredited Installer. A student who completes all three units successfully may apply for accreditation as an accredited CEC Installer and Designer.
Next dates for delivery
- 17 – 21 October 2022
Skill set
Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Build a career in the heavy vehicle industry with this industry-relevant course.
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Are you looking for a spark to ignite a heavy career?
When you complete the Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology you'll be ready for a career in the heavy vehicle industry.
Gain these skills:
- diagnose and repair drivelines, drive assemblies, engines, suspension, brakes, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, steering, wiring and circuits
- welding
- thermal cutting
- workplace safety and health
Certificate III
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)
Launch your career in caring in the home and the community.
Caring in the home and community
Support people that need it the most in a career as an aged care assistant. This course specialises in providing in demand home and community support services and also supports relationships with, a wide range of people, including carers and families.
Gain these skills
- work effectively in the aged care industry
- caring for the elderly and enabling them to maintain independence
- understanding and supporting people with dementia
- safety procedures and ethical behaviour
- infection control practices
- working with cultural diversity
- workplace health and safety
Want to find out more about this industry?
Students in community services benefit from sharing information about organisations, initiatives and leading expertise in our Community Services Facebook page.
Community Services at SM TAFE Facebook page
Is this the right course for you?
Have you got what it takes to be successful in this career? Our Core Skills guide lists the skills and attributes necessary to study and work in this field.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Complete this course and be on your way to a career in disability support.
Are you ready for a lifelong career helping others?
Help people have a better quality of life in an industry where staff are always in-demand. When you complete this course you'll be on your way to a career in disability support.
Gain these skills
- work effectively in the disability support industry
- caring and enabling clients to maintain independence
- understanding and supporting people with disabilities
- infection control policies and procedures
- working with diverse people
Want to find out more about this industry?
Students in community services benefit from sharing information about organisations, initiatives and leading expertise in our Community Services Facebook page.
Community Services at SM TAFE Facebook page
Is this the right course for you?
Have you got what it takes to be successful in this career? Our Core Skills guide lists the skills and attributes necessary to study and work in this field.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Information Technology
Build your skills to work in IT roles including client support officer, ICT operations support, and IT technician.
Looking to commence an IT career?
Join an Industry that makes a difference to the economy on a daily basis and enjoy the diversity of where a career in technology can take you. The Information Technology industry is constantly evolving and is one of the fastest growing industries in the country due to the reliance on digital transformation across work, study and life. When you complete the Certificate III in Information Technology, you will be an attractive applicant for IT roles such as client support officer, IT technician, or ICT operations support.
Gain these skills:
- hardware installation and maintenance
- supporting PC operating systems
- networking operating system installation and management
- Microsoft Office applications and documentation
- ICT helpdesk skills
- programming, ethics and privacy
- personal data protection
- critical thinking
- teamwork and ICT client support
This course is a suggested entry point for high school graduates with limited information technology skills or those who have limited industry experience.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology, creative media and electronics. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, systems and programming.
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This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Information Technology
Gain career enhancing knowledge and skills to support a wide range of information technology fields.
Upskill quickly with this cutting-edge six-month IT course
Join an Industry that makes a difference to the economy on a daily basis and enjoy the diversity of where a career in technology can take you. The Information Technology industry is constantly evolving and is one of the fastest growing industries in the country due to the reliance on digital transformation across work, study and life. When you complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology you will gain career enhancing knowledge and skills to support a wide range of growing information technology fields. You will be an attractive applicant for in-demand roles such as ICT systems support, web and database support, cloud administrator and Cyber Security analyst.
Gain these skills:
- cloud services
- cyber incident response
- database creation
- web development
- networking and hardware
- all SM TAFE certificate IV IT qualifications include core skills of programming, ethics and privacy, cyber risk management, critical thinking, new technology research, teamwork and client support
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on-campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) at both the Thornlie and Rockingham campuses provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. Available pathways are from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in networking, cyber security, systems support, cloud engineering and programming.
Our state-of-the-art Training Cyber Security Operations Centre (TCSOC) at Murdoch provides a secure training environment designed to simulate realistic cyber-attacks relating to attack, defence and monitoring. The TCSOC provides a multi-campus centre based in Murdoch with ‘nodes’ at Thornlie and Rockingham campuses in order for all IT students to experience this leading edge training.
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Certificate IV
Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
Take a step towards an industry with high job prospects! Gain in-demand networking skills and valuable industry experience.
Embark into the rewarding industry of IT networking
Take a step towards an industry with great job prospects! Gain in-demand networking skills and acquire valuable experience in current industry standards with the Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking).
Gain these skills
- manage complex networks
- develop Cloud Architect skills
- apply advanced Cisco routing and switching
- implement Advanced Virtualisation
- monitor and implement system security
- administer authentication and encryption technologies
All Diploma level studies include: cyber security awareness, working in teams, client management skills, and ethics and privacy.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on-campus
Our state-of-the-art Training Cyber Security Operations Centre (TCSOC) provides a secure training environment designed to simulate realistic cyber-attacks relating to attack, defence and monitoring. The TCSOC provides a multi-campus centre based in Murdoch with ‘nodes’ at Thornlie and Rockingham campuses in order for all IT students to experience this leading edge training.
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, networking, programming and digital media.
Diploma
Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming)
Gain advanced knowledge and valuable experience in an industry- standard learning environment with the latest technology.
Step into a software development career!
Go beyond programming and take a step towards a lasting career in software development. Gain advanced knowledge and valuable experience in an industry- standard learning environment with the latest technology.
Gain these skills:
- develop complex business applications
- gain advanced knowledge of Java, C#, Python
- design and develop SQL and noSQL databases
- use Agile development techniques
All Diploma level studies include: cyber security awareness, working in teams, client management skills, and ethics and privacy.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
This course is not available to study by applicants outside of WA.
With South Metro TAFE partnering with Oracle and Microsoft, we can ensure the latest software and technology is included in this course.
Specialist facilities on-campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, networking, programming and digital media.
Diploma
Certificate III in Information Technology (Cyber Security)
In this cyber stream course, you can learn to work in cyber and IT roles including ICT Technician, Help Desk Officer or Cyber Security support.
Looking to commence an IT career?
When you complete the Certificate III in Information Technology Cyber Security, you will be able to work towards working in the following roles of ICT Technician, Help Desk Officer, Cyber Security support.
Gain these skills:
- cloud services
- cyber security risk analysis
- networking and hardware
- online security threat handling
- cyber security awareness
All certificate III qualifications include these core skills:
- programming, ethics and privacy
- personal data protection
- critical thinking
- teamwork and ICT client support
This course is a suggested entry point for high school graduates with limited information technology skills or those who have limited industry experience.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology, creative media and electronics. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, systems and programming.
See our IT Training Facebook page!
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)
Delve into the creative world of gaming and gain career enhancing knowledge and game-related artificial intelligence.
Delivered at:
Launch into a future-proof IT career
When you complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development) you will gain career enhancing knowledge and skills to support a wide range of growing gaming development, virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR, 360) fields. Opportunities exist to engage in real life projects using industry standard software, skills, and knowledge.
You will be an attractive applicant for roles growing in demand such as 3D modelling and animation, interactive media design and production, and user interface design.
Gain these skills
- 3D modelling
- immersive technologies
- coding for games
- 3D animation
- simple artificial intelligence
- interactive media design
- rapid prototyping
- industry standard game design software and hardware
- all SM TAFE certificate IV IT qualifications include core skills of programming ethics and privacy, cyber risk management, critical thinking, new technology research, teamwork and client support
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on-campus
Our Simulated Games Development Studio at the Thornlie campus provides a training environment designed to emulate professional industry working conditions and provide access to current industry-standard hardware and software. The simulated studio also provides students with opportunities to collaborate with other digital media students to create engaging interactive applications for a range of industries and platforms.
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Certificate IV
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Looking for an IT career with high job prospects? Gain career enhancing knowledge and hands-on practical skills.
Study in a strong IT employability pathway
Join an Industry that makes a difference to the economy on a daily basis and enjoy the diversity of where a career in technology can take you. The Information Technology industry is constantly evolving and is one of the fastest growing industries in the country due to the reliance on digital transformation across work, study and life.
When you complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) you will gain career enhancing knowledge and skills to support a wide range of growing networking, customer support and cloud related fields. Progressively move from IT service help desk to a career as a technology engineer where you build and optimise applications, systems and networks on site, in data centres and in the cloud.
Gain these skills:
- apply computing and networking protocols and technologies
- building and troubleshooting networking technologies
- providing ICT customer service on a service desk
- building ICT services on premise and in the Cloud and in wired and wireless networks
- creating solutions for small and large businesses using gear from vendors such as Cisco, Ubiquiti, Windows and Linux, Amazon Web services, Microsoft Azure and Office365
- all SM TAFE certificate IV IT qualifications include core skills of programming, ethics and privacy, cyber risk management, critical thinking, new technology research, teamwork and client support
Specialist facilities on-campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) at both the Thornlie and Rockingham campuses provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. Available pathways are from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in networking, cyber security, systems support, cloud engineering and programming.
Our state-of-the-art Training Cyber Security Operations Centre (TCSOC) at Murdoch provides a secure training environment designed to simulate realistic cyber-attacks relating to attack, defence and monitoring. The TCSOC provides a multi-campus centre based in Murdoch with ‘nodes’ at Thornlie and Rockingham campuses in order for all IT students to experience this leading edge training.
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This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Certificate IV
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)
Gain knowledge and in-demand skills to design and develop computer programs and apps.
Program your IT career!
Develop career enhancing knowledge and in in-demand skills to design and develop computer programs and Apps via the Certificate IV of Information Technology (Programming) specialisation. Information Technology is one of the fastest growing industries in the country.
An individual with this specialisation could work as an assistant programmer in a team of software developers, or as a support programmer to senior programmers or systems analysts engaged in programming.
Gain these skills:
- programming in Java, C#, Python
- developing user interfaces
- object-oriented programming
- database development
- understanding programming methodologies, documentation and testing techniques
- all SM TAFE certificate IV IT qualifications include core skills of ethics and privacy, cyber risk management, critical thinking, new technology research, teamwork and client support
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Specialist facilities on-campus
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) at both the Thornlie and Rockingham campuses provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media. Available pathways are from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in networking, cyber security, systems support, cloud engineering and programming.
Our state-of-the-art Training Cyber Security Operations Centre (TCSOC) at Murdoch provides a secure training environment designed to simulate realistic cyber-attacks relating to attack, defence and monitoring. The TCSOC provides a multi-campus centre based in Murdoch with ‘nodes’ at Thornlie and Rockingham campuses in order for all IT students to experience this leading edge training.
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Certificate IV
Infrastructure Ready Skill Set
Get Skills Ready for a job in construction.
Delivered at:
Build your future with skills in infrastructure
Gain the skills to prepare for a career in infrastructure projects, and pick up your White Card along the way!
You will learn the knowledge and skills to work safely in the civil construction industry, communicate effectively on work sites and plan work in relation to infrastructure activities.
This introduction is suitable for students who wish to enter the industry with no or limited experience.
Gain these skills
- Follow work health and safety policies and procedures
- Plan and organise work
- Carry out measurements and calculations
- Communicate effectively in the work place
- Operate small plant and equipment
Tuition and resource fees
Eligible students study this course absolutely free. If you are not eligible you can expect to pay $298.66.
Next course dates
Thornlie: to be confirmed
Skill set
Microsoft AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Exam Prep
Prepare for your AZ-900 certificate exam with basic concepts in cloud-based solutions and services
Delivered at:
The AZ-900 certificate exam preparation course is for students who are just beginning to work with cloud-based solutions and services or are new to Azure.
After taking this course, and sitting the Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 exam, gives is an opportunity to prove knowledge of cloud concepts, Azure services, Azure workloads, security and privacy in Azure, as well as Azure pricing and support. Students studying this course should be familiar with general technology concepts, such as networking, storage, compute, application support, and application development.
Gain these skills
- How to describe cloud concepts
- What are the core Azure services
- Explain the core solutions and management tools on Azure
- Describe general security and network security features
- Understand identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features
- Learn about Azure cost management and Service Level Agreements
Short course
Microsoft SC-900-MSCIF-Exam Preparation
Prepare for your SZ-900 certificate exam with basic concepts in Microsoft identify, security and compliance solutions.
Delivered at:
The SC-900 certification is targeted to those looking to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity (SCI) across cloud-based and related Microsoft services.
This course is suited to all IT workers, including a broad audience that may include business stakeholders, new or existing IT professionals, or students who have an interest in Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions.
Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 and want to understand how Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions can span across these solution areas to provide a holistic and end-to-end solution.
Gain these skills
- concepts of security, compliance, and identity
- capabilities of Microsoft identity and access management solutions
- capabilities of Microsoft security solutions
- capabilities of Microsoft compliance solutions
Students who complete this course will be prepared to take the SC-900 exam at an external testing centre.
Short course
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
When you complete this course you'll be ready for a career in the exciting mobile plant industry.
Delivered at:
Are you looking for a spark to ignite your career?
When you complete the Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology you'll be ready for a career in the mobile plant industry.
Gain these skills:
- diagnose and repair drivelines, drive assemblies, engines, torque converters, suspension, brakes, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, steering, wiring and circuits
- welding
- thermal cutting
- workplace safety and health
A post-trade crossover course is available to holders of an Automotive Trade utilising gap training and Recognition of Prior Learning.
Certificate III
Painters Registration - Business and Estimating skill set
Want to work in the painting industry? In this hands-on course you will learn about surface preparation, colour theory and wallpapering techniques, and gain business skills.
There are two units of the Course in Painters Registration included in this short course.
AUL08 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business (BSBSMB401)
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and comply with all regulations affecting the business. It applies to individuals operating a small business who use analytical skills to interpret legislation and regulations and develop procedures to manage compliance.
W9241 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects (CPCCBC4004A)
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to establish the estimated costs associated with the acquisition of materials and labour on building and construction sites, together with the application of relevant overhead costs and margins. Knowledge of physical resource and supplier identification, assessment of the availability of and requirements for skilled labour and application of appropriate codes, regulations and approvals gaining processes is essential.
Completion of all four units from the Course in Painters Registration will satisfy requirements for licensing.
For Business and Estimating
- BSBSMB401 AUL08 Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of Small Business (CBT)
- CPCCBC4004A W9241 Identify and Produce Estimated Costs for Building and Construction Projects (CBT)
For Prepare Surfaces and Wallpapering
- CPCCPD3021A D7385 Prepare Surfaces for Painting (CBT)
- 82985 PRB Colour and Wallpapering (CBT)
Gain these skills:
- learn about surface preparation, coating systems, colour theory and wallpapering techniques
- estimate costs associated with the acquisition of materials and labour on building and construction sites
- understand the practice of running a painting and decorating business
Next dates for delivery:
- Online study, start anytime
- Intensive (5 days full-time), starting 20 September, 11 October, 8 November
- Evenings (2 nights a week for 16 weeks), dates to be announced
Skill set
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Bring buildings to life with a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating and launch your certified trade career as a painter or decorator today.
Delivered at:
Do you want to apply the finishing touches and colours to bring buildings to life?
When you complete the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating you will be ready for a certified trade career as a painter and decorator.
Gain these skills:
- prepare and protect surfaces
- colour match
- interpret plans
- apply Work Health and Safety requirements
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie Campus offers first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
90% of surveyed students were highly satisfied with this course.
Certificate III
Diploma of Project Management
Manage projects from start to finish with this industry-relevant diploma.
Delivered at:
Are you ready for a career that would see you managing the big things?
When you complete the Diploma of Project Management you will be looking at a career as a contract coordinator, project manager, quality administrator or risk management professional.
Gain these skills
- managing projects from start to finish
- apply scope management
- time management
- quality management
- cost management
- risk management
- information and communication techniques
- integrating projects
- managing people
- managing operational plans
Completion of the Diploma of Project Management opens up a range of further study options and it may provide advanced standing towards a university degree.
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
Diploma
Certificate III in Screen and Media
Start your pathway towards a career as a web developer, multimedia designer or digital animator.
Immerse yourself into the digital media industry
The Certificate III in Screen and Media is the perfect foundation to make that break into the vibrant and exciting industry of digital media. Start your pathway towards a career as a web developer, social media specialist, or multimedia designer. This is also a great way to improve your information and communications technology skills, to help make you more employable.
Gain these skills
- use digital technologies and multimedia
- manipulate digital images
- create digital books
- create a website
- create design assets
- use social media to enhance business
- work with interactive content
- gain workplace health and safety knowledge
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology and creative media.
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Certificate III
Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects)
Build your skills towards a career as a multimedia designer or digital animator.
Delivered at:
Explore the vibrant world of digital media
Looking to advance your skills further and build up a digital media portfolio that will allow you to stand-out to prospective employers? When you complete the Certificate IV in Screen and Media at our state-of-the-art facilities you will develop in-demand skills to comfortably wield a wide range of digital technologies.
Gain these skills
- digital technologies
- 3D animation
- modelling
- video
- multimedia
- web design
- interactive media and games
- visual effects
This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology, creative media and electronics. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, systems and programming.
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Certificate IV
Certificate III in Spoken and Written English
New to Australia? Complete this English course and be employment-ready!
Are you new to Australia?
When you finish the Certificate III in Spoken and Written English you will have intermediate English skills. You will be ready for employment.
You will learn:
- intermediate conversation
- language skills for job interviews
- intermediate writing skills
- intermediate maths
- writing instructions
You will be enrolled in the correct level based on your English knowledge.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below and our Program Manager will contact you to talk through your study goals.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English for Further Study
On completion of this qualification your English skills will be suitable for studying a Diploma or entering University studies.
Are you new to Australia?
When you finish the Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English for Further Study, your English skills will be suitable for studying a Diploma or entering Murdoch or Curtin University.
The Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English for Further Study meets appropriate entry requirements into Murdoch University undergraduate degrees with minimum entry of IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
You will learn:
- persuasive writing
- writing scientific reports
- spoken and written presentations
- listening and writing notes
- learning strategies.
You will be enrolled in the correct level based on your English knowledge.
Please note Carlisle campus classes are held Tuesday nights only.
If you like the look of this course but aren't sure if it's right for you, express your interest using the button below and our program manager will contact you to talk through your study goals.
Certificate IV
Certificate III in Trenchless Technology
Learn machine operation, reading plans, leveling, excavation and safety procedures in this hands-on traineeship.
Delivered at:
South Metropolitan TAFE provides quality training that serves both employers and employees. Employers gain the benefits of skilled and accredited employees and the employee gains the knowledge, skill, confidence and a sense of pride when completing the qualification. Training for any required gap units can be scheduled to align with workplace operations and may be conducted at the employer’s place of business if required.
Gain these skills:
- Safety on the work site
- Safe handling of materials
- Plant and machinery operation
- Excavation
- Leveling
- Reading plans
- Earthworks
- Communication
- Locate and protect underground services.
All delivery is done off campus at clients' sites or specialised resourced locations in the metro area.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Start a career in safety with the Certificate IV in Work, Health and Safety. Learn to perform hazard identification, risk assessments, emergency procedures and manage safety programs.
Do you have what it takes to step into an in-demand career in workplace safety?
When you complete the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety you can expect to be a valued addition to any organisation as a work health and safety officer, or WHS coordinator.
Gain these skills
- assisting with legal compliance
- hazard identification
- risk assessment
- claims management
- implementing management systems
- emergency procedures
- return-to-work programs
Certificate IV
Work Safety in Construction Skill Set
Get Skills Ready for a job with construction safety skills.
Get ready for a safe construction career
Learn the skills to prepare for a career in construction and pick up your White Card along the way.
This skill set will give you an introduction to working in construction, teaching you safety and accuracy in planning for, setting up and beginning a construction project. You will learn to use tools and equipment safely and the rules and procedures for safe work on site, plus you will work on a construction project, ready to add to your portfolio.
This course is ideal as a start to a building and construction pathway, building the basic safety skills for wet trades, plumbing, carpentry and joinery.
Gain these skills:
- Plan and prepare, set up and use levelling device and worksite clean-up
- Identify and assess risks of work tasks, identify hazardous materials and other hazards on work sites, plan and prepare for safe work practices, apply safe work practice and follow emergency procedures
- Plan and prepare tools, equipment, signage and barricades, calculate materials and ready them for use, apply environmental requirements
- Determine component requirements and assembly sequence
- Operate hand tools and use equipment safely
- Quality checking construction outcomes against plans
- Understanding work, health and safety of construction projects, worksites, PPE, communication and first aid procedures, safety symbols
Tuition and resource fees
Eligible students study this course absolutely free. If you are not eligible you can expect to pay $394.33.
Next dates for delivery
This course runs subject to demand.
Skill set
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