Diploma

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to meet the needs of managers in the viticulture industry.

This certificate enables you to work as a Master or Chief mate on vessels less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area and as Watchkeeper deck officer on vessels of any gross tonnage and in any operating area.

Gain these skills:

• maintain seaworthiness of the ship (ship stability)
• monitor, loading, unloading, securing and stowage of cargo
• contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting)
• follow vessel security procedures (security awareness training)
• observe personal safety and social responsibility (PSSR)
• prevent, control and fight fires on board a vessel (advanced firefighting)
• survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST)
• plan and conduct a passage and determine position
• use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to maintain the safety of navigation
• use of radar and other bridge equipment to maintain safety of navigation
• manoeuvre the ship
• maintain seaworthiness of the ship (ship construction)

This qualification lets you carry out the duties of chief engineer.

Gain these skills:

• apply leadership and team working capability
• contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting)
• observe personal safety and social responsibility (PSSR)
• operate survival craft, rescue boats and lifesaving appliances (proficiency in survival craft)
• prevent, control and fight fires on board a vessel (advanced firefighting)
• survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST)
• monitor compliance with legislative requirements
• ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements
• apply basic principles of naval architecture
• demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary boilers
• demonstrate basic knowledge of marine electrical systems

The Diploma of Building Design builds on the skills obtained in the Certificate IV in Residential Drafting and provides more drafting and design experience in Revit (CAD software) for residential and commercial small-scale building projects.

You will cover principles of energy efficient design and sustainability for design projects and occupational health and safety requirements for this booming industry.

Once you've completed this Diploma you will be able to apply your skills to diverse building design projects which may incorporate residential, commercial, public or industrial projects including new buildings and renovations.

 Gain these skills

• Identify and produce estimated costs
• Prepare concept designs and specifications
• Produce and present 3-D models
• Research and create client approved designs and drawings that are compliant
• Research the best construction materials and methods for building and construction projects

Become a confident entry level animator

Continuing on from the CUA41220-AC86 - Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects) you will further refine your skills in 3D animation, 2D animation, post production and visual effects, sound, and writing.
You will be introduced to Real-time rendering and Virtual environments using the Unreal game engine, you'll also gain skills to prepare you for working as an artist in the industry, and undertake your first animation production in a team environment.
Upon completion you will be ready to enter the next stage: CUA60620-AC88 – Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects).

New students who have not studied the course that precedes this qualification should contact the area to ensure they apply for the correct level of study.

 Gain these skills

• 3D modelling and animation
• 2D animation 
• Composition and Storyboarding
• Visual Effects and Post production
• Virtual environments
• Sound
• Writing

Be part of a vital health care team

This qualification will equip you to work alongside an anaesthetist undertaking the work tasks required of an anaesthetic technician. This includes preparing patients for anaesthesia and then monitoring them during and after surgery.

You are likely to be exposed to a wide range of surgeries with differing needs as well as to unexpected occurrences and allergic reactions requiring you to respond quickly. 

The Diploma course is a very practical, hands-on course, delivered in a face to face classroom format as well as in the simulated anaesthetic technology laboratory. The course is delivered over 18 months and includes a full time clinical placement in a hospital or clinic, organised by North Metropolitan TAFE.

Gain these skills

• Set up theatre and associated equipment
• Prepare and monitor patients 
• Assist with airway management
• Comply with infection control procedures
• Be prepared for unexpected events and allergic reactions where you will need to think and respond and act quickly
• Order and maintain essential supplies

Opportunities for strong career growth

You'll gain the skills you need to begin or advance your career in civil engineering with this Diploma course.

This course is aimed at school leavers, graduates of the Certificate III in Engineering - Technical, those wishing to gain employment in the field of Civil and Structural Engineering, and as trainee drafters.

You will be taught engineering drafting standards AS1100 and gain exposure to CAD packages selected from AutoCAD, Revit and 12D.

Students will be introduced to sustainability principles and produce civil construction drawings as part of their assessment.

Gain these skills

• Work with steel structures
• Work with concrete structures
• Design principles of bulk earth works
• Plan civil works

Enhance your career prospects in the legal sector with transferable, legal focused skills you will gain in this Paralegal Services qualification.

The range of competencies delivered in this course has been developed to assist you in planning, preparing and carrying out the work required as a paralegal in the legal sector, supporting law practitioners and clients.

You'll gain a solid understanding of the Australian legal system and the application of legal principles in criminal, contract, litigation, family and tort law. You'll also cover topics such how to carry out as legal research, develop business networks and relationships, take instructions in a legal environment and write complex documents.

Our highly skilled lecturers have current industry knowledge to provide you with the most relevant and current legal sector skills. 
Successful completion of this Diploma of Paralegal Services will equip you with the skills to provide legal direction and support within both public and private sector roles.

 Gain these skills

• Conduct research of legal information and application of documentation
• Apply legal principles across multiple disciplines
• Identify and interpret compliance requirements in the legal industry
• Provide support in law matters
• Interact with parties involved in the legal process
• Manage personal and professional development
• Build and maintain business relationships
• Identify client instruction for processing and store documentation within the legal environment

Learn to manage effectively in a flexible and agile environment.  

Today’s managers need to manage effectively in a flexible and agile environment and lead and support employees with changing expectations.

The course is designed to provide practical application of skills, where the learning takes place in classrooms, computer labs and our simulated business.

As a manager in our simulated business, you will use effective leadership skills and technology to manage, lead and develop teams.  Strong communication skills are utilised as you liaise with diverse stakeholders, and project management skills are used to meet deadlines and budgetary requirements. 

Thinking critically and analytically you’ll solve business problems with a focus on achieving goals and objectives, and implement strategies and processes based on findings from analysing financial and operational information.  

If you want to be an effective leader who inspires team members to exceed expectations, then the Diploma of Business (Leadership) qualification will give you the skills to succeed.  

 Gain these skills

• Critical and analytical thinking
• Operational planning and strategic decision-making
• Interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Effectively lead diversity and promote a positive workplace culture

Take your photography skills to new heights

This course blends theoretical and practical skills in photography and digital imaging. You’ll learn to create powerful and effective images for a range of audiences and genres.

Our lecturers are industry professionals with ‘real world’ experience. You will develop a thorough understanding of photographic design and theory around the changing nature of the creative industries, while developing your own style.

As part of your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to network with award winning professional photographers through a range industry events.

 Gain these skills

• Produce professional photographic images
• Digital processing and post production methods
• Research and apply current photo imaging trends
• Work within multiple photographic studios
• Work with a range of the latest photographic equipment
• Business applications
• Liaise with clients and others working in the field