Diploma

Pursue a career in a wide range of engineering fields by completing this qualification

Gain practical skills and knowledge in electrical machinery, mechanical principles and mechanical equipment to produce drawings for design specifications.

Learn how to use and operate computer-aided design (CAD) to produce drawings and create 3-D models, apply technical mathematics and produce basic engineering design drawings. In addition you will coordinate engineering projects and learn environmentally sustainable work practices.

After successful completion of this course you may find work in a number of different engineering related industries including mining and mineral processing, manufacturing, oil and gas, and automotive.

Please note this course is delivered in specialised classrooms across both the East Perth and Perth campuses.

Gain these skills

• Workshop basics including machining hand skill and measurement
• Drafting and 3D CAD skills with link to workshop
• Problem solving and project work

It's what's on the inside that counts

The Diploma of Interior Design will give you an understanding of the nature of environmental space and spatial ambience, with the ability to manipulate the relationship of spaces, objects and products within the surrounding space. You'll develop the ability to approach a variety of design problems with creativity, a high level of competence and sensitivity to the requirements of the design brief.

This two-year qualification provides the practical skills and knowledge to develop a range of decoration and design services and provide interior design advice. Design projects enable the development of spatial planning skills to design some residential, commercial and institutional interiors.

You will be working on simulated live projects with many different briefs from a wide range of industry disciplines. There are also opportunities to participate in industry visits and enter competitions that also engages with industry.

As a graduate, you will be well prepared to enter into the workforce as a design consultant or continue to the Advanced Diploma to develop high level skills as interior designers.

This course in only offered in Semester 1 each year and will take 2 years (4 semesters) to complete studying full-time.

North Metropolitan TAFE is an Educational Member of the Design Institute of Australia (DIA). This qualification is listed as a recognised course on the DIA website.

Get national accreditation as a health care provider

This course will provide you with the latest remedial massage techniques. Whilst studying you will practice in a variety of clinical and sporting environments with clients ranging from people with disabilities to elite athletes - we are affiliated with a number of WA sports teams and work with them where possible.

On completion of this course, you are able to apply for and receive a private health care provider number from the nationally accredited massage associations.

Gain these skills

• Assess a client's massage needs and plan and conduct remedial massage using a wide range of soft tissue massage techniques
• A knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology
• Communicate effectively with clients and health professionals, and engage with the health system
• Work safely and ethically in a health care environment
• Develop your own massage practice
• Strong time management skills

Gain complex skills in laboratory technologies

This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to use laboratory application software, plan and conduct laboratory/field work and communicate and provide information to customers. You will also be able to specialise in a diverse range of industries including chemical, medical and pathological, mining, biological, and environmental fields.

Gain these skills

• Analyse, process and interpret data
• Report results
• Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes

Have you got a keen eye for drafting and design, and want to make your mark in the world of mechanics and machines? Reach the next level of your dream career in Engineering with this technically advanced qualification, which is recognised Australia-wide.

Be guided by our team of expert lecturers who are industry professionals, as you learn a strong foundation of in-demand theoretical and technical skills to prepare you for mechanical, mechatronic, manufacturing and maintenance engineering fields. Take a bite out of each area, find out where your talents lie and pursue the pathway of your future specialisation.

You'll also be trained in how to be a draftsperson and create engineering drawings, learning how to operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce drawings and create 3-D models. Gain skills to interpret drawings for manufacturing of equipment, design basic mechanical systems, apply mathematical techniques in engineering and coordinate projects in preparation for real-world employment.

You'll receive high level training, learn dynamic technologies and be job ready for roles such as Engineering Technician or Detailed Drafter across a range of industries including defence, mining, manufacturing, oil and gas, automotive and many more.

Get your career machine up and running, advance your current knowledge and become a highly skilled engineering professional.

Gain the skills to specialise in payroll

Businesses across Australia need well-trained payroll personnel who are knowledgeable and can maintain accurate payroll systems. In this course you will learn how to establish and use payroll systems using KeyPay, a cloud-based payroll platform.

You will learn to perform sometimes complex tasks, including preparing salary packaging arrangements and additional allowances, processing superannuation payments, and processing employee terminations.

 Gain these skills

• Experience using KeyPay
• Establish and maintain a payroll system
• Use, prepare and analyse data in established payroll systems
• Process salary packaging and allowances, superannuation payments and complex employee terminations
• Understand industrial relations and modern awards

Do you want to be part of a clinical team in a fast-paced environment?

This practical, hands-on course will help you gain the knowledge and skills required to work in a fast-paced, clinical environment.
You will be exposed to a variety of surgical procedures, emergencies and critical care environments. Anaesthetic technicians are typically employed in anaesthetic departments, operating theatres, emergency departments, intensive care and day surgeries.

As an anaesthetic technician you will work in consultation with, and under the direction of an anaesthetists, during the induction, maintenance and emergence phases of anaesthesia. Preparing and maintaining anaesthetic equipment, you will play a critical role in supporting quality health care and safe anaesthetic services within a multidisciplinary team.

Gain these skills

By the end of this course, you'll have gained the skills needed to:
• Prepare, order and maintain anaesthetic equipment and supplies
• Assist anaesthetists during anaesthetic procedures
• Operate equipment used in monitoring patients during anaesthesia
• Assist with airway management
• Monitor patients and be prepared for unexpected events, allergic reactions and anaesthetic emergencies
• Decontaminate, sterilise and dispose of equipment and materials
• Access and prepare medications and monitor response
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and implement work health and safety policies and procedures
• Communicate and document information

Take your programming skills to the next level

In this course you will embrace new technologies and develop skills in virtual reality, augmented reality, games development, mobile applications and advanced apps, Internet of Things (IoT) and robotics using Python, C# and Unity.

You will use current industry standards and emerging technology as you conduct LiveWorks projects with industry partners.

You'll be able to utilise project management techniques and develop advanced soft skills such as communication with clients through teamwork to align the end product with business needs. Independent thinking and problem-solving skills developed within your studies at Certificate IV level are further enhanced with real life client projects.

This course is suited to Certificate IV programming graduates, and computer programming professionals.

 Gain these skills

• Programming skills in the fields of computer games, robotics, mobile applications, virtual reality, and the internet of things.
• Project Management, team work and advanced client skills
• Software testing and debugging systems