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Defence

With more than two decades of working in the defence shipbuilding and sustainment industry, SM TAFE has a proven track record of producing job-ready workers. 

Our focus is on providing training for the exciting and rewarding defence industry. There are fantastic career opportunities available in trade areas such as structural steel and welding, metal fitter and machinists, industrial electricians and electricians. Our facilities are world-class, providing students with hands-on experience in a real-life industry setting.

We partner with the defence industry to service its increasing need for skilled trade workers. We support the industry to attract, train, retain and re-train skilled workers and our pathway programs bring together schools, TAFE and higher education and our nationally accredited courses can be customised to suit employers' needs. 

Defence study pathways

Defence industry brochure (518 KB) (PDF document)

Explore defence careers

Have you considered studying in courses that support the Defence industry?

Defence in Western Australia also includes logistics and warehousing, maritime, information technology and engineering. Navigate to those industry areas using their links to explore courses with strong employment growth. 

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    Diploma of Applied Technologies

    National ID 22460VIC | State ID BCZ46
    Gain the skills and knowledge to undertake technical roles within Industry 4.0 manufacturing and/or engineering environments.
    Campuses
    • Munster

    Study Modes
    • Traineeship

    Certificate IV in Cyber Security

    National ID 22603VIC | State ID BGT15

    Delve into the world of cyber security and become a trusted professional with our Certificate IV in Cyber Security. This is government funded cyber security course.

    Campuses
    • Murdoch
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

    National ID UEE30820 | State ID BFN0

    Launch your career as a licensed electrician.

    Campuses
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)

    National ID MEM20105 | State ID AA50

    Continue your trade studies through to a metal fabrication apprenticeship.

    Campuses
    • Thornlie
    • Mandurah
    • Rockingham

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Certificate IV in Engineering (Instrumentation)

    National ID MEM40119 | State ID AD20

    Get your skills recognised and advance your engineering career to secure that dream job today.

    Campuses
    • Munster

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)

    National ID MEM20105 | State ID AA49

    Become a mechanical fitting or machinist apprentice in the mining, industrial, defence, automotive, or hydraulics industries.

    Campuses
    • Mandurah
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade

    National ID MEM31119 | State ID BEK4

    Become a tradesperson working with composites within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries.

    Campuses
    • Naval Base

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)

    National ID MEM30319 | State ID AD61

    Start your trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator.

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal working)

    National ID MEM30319 | State ID AD62

    Launch your trades career as a sheet metal worker or light metal fabricator in mining or construction.

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Surface Finishing)

    National ID MEM30319 | State ID AD63

    Work in surface preparation and coating in the resources, marine, plant construction, and defence industries.

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship