The industry leaders - manufacturing, defence, mining and construction and utilities such as electricity, gas and water suppliers - offer some of the most rewarding careers. Throughout this group, particularly in manufacturing, defence and heavy industry, employers are relying increasingly on sophisticated equipment, electronics and information technology. TAFE SA qualifications in this area can lead to careers as: CAD drafters; mine surveyors; drillers; metal fitters; welders; boilermakers; toolmakers and electronics and computer systems technicians.
TAFE SA Career Groups within Engineering, Electrotechnology and Mining
| Career Group | Description |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Electrical Workers | Career Start (formally known as Pre vocational) courses offered by TAFE SA provide graduates with opportunities of gaining an apprenticeship in a wide range of electrical, instrumentation, air conditioning or refrigeration servicing trades. Para professional engineers design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. They apply theory and related knowledge to design, build, test, repair, and modify developmental, experimental, or production equipment in industrial or commercial plants for subsequent use by engineering personnel in making engineering design and evaluation decisions. |
| Civil/Structural Design and Drafting Workers | Civil and structural engineering encompasses Computer Aided Design (CAD) 3D modelling, design and drafting. With supervision graduates can assist with the design and construction of roads; railways; tunnels; dams; pipelines; bridges; mineral and petroleum processing plants; mineral extraction processes; and factories. Opportunities are also available in the design and construction of high rise buildings; material testing; soil testing for roads and building foundations; land development; land transportation; and concrete and steel design. Civil and structural engineering can also involve considerable research and development. The advanced diplomas of engineering (civil or structural) satisfy the academic requirement for Associate Membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia and membership of the Institute of Drafting and Design Australia. Graduates may be eligible for advanced standing in civil engineering studies at university. |
| Computer Systems and Electronics Technicians, Tradespeople and Para-Professionals | TAFE SA students gain excellent practical skills at a technician level, in the design and implementation of hardware and software for electronics and computer systems technology. Graduates can find employment as technical officers, servicing technicians and electronics/computer systems assemblers. In the computer systems engineering field, graduates may find faults, install and administer complex computer networks and networking equipment and micro-processor based technology. In the electronics engineering field, graduates may install, commission, maintain or design electronics systems and equipment like robotic assemblies, satellite and radar communications or audio visual equipment. If you are considering a career in electronics and computer systems and wish to work with leading edge technology in an exciting and fast-paced industry then electronic engineering is the right choice. Electronics is the enabling technology that provides the medium for our communications and entertainment, guards our health and safety and facilitates the creativity and productivity of our community. TAFE SA offers certificate, diploma and advanced diploma qualifications. These could lead to employment in any of the communications, defence and entertainment industries. |
| Fabrication and Welding Workers | These courses will equip graduates with the knowledge and skills to enhance their chances of employment as apprentices. Graduates gain theoretical, practical and technical aspects of training at operative and skilled trade levels for the engineering trade and production occupations; and additional or advanced training to perform a range of practical skills and supervision beyond trade level. |
| Manufacturing and Processing Workers | These courses aim to provide training at the operative level to equip students with selected practical, technical and theoretical skills in production engineering as well as basic skills and an overview into engineering vocations. These include product assembler and engineering production process worker. |
| Mechanical Pre-Apprentices and Para-Professionals | Graduates of the pre-apprenticeship training are equipped with the skills to work in mechanical trades such as Fitter and Turner, Maintenance Fitter, Toolmaker, Machinist, CAD Drafter, and CNC Operator. Graduates of the advanced studies can enter into career paths in process plant drafting, industrial automation and robotics, computer aided or manual drafting, plant maintenance supervision, general engineering and technical positions (such as research and laboratory assistants, technical inspectors, and quality control specialists). |
| Mine Workers, Mine/Exploration Technicians | Australia's world-class minerals industry encompasses exploration, mining and processing of minerals to basic mineral commodity stage. It is acknowledged internationally for its capability - from exploration to mine completion, innovative equipment and services, and associated research. With exports worth $54.7 billion, the combined exploration, mining, processing and energy sectors led all other Australian industry sectors. This course provides fundamental training for employment as a mineral exploration field assistant, pit technician and underground sampler. Employment opportunities are also available in geotechnical, foundation/construction; mineral exploration; waterwell; and environmental drilling. |
| Mining Engineer Workers and Surveyors | Mining surveying is an integral part of the Diploma of Spatial Data Systems (course code AGB). The course covers theory, a one week field trip which includes work experience in open cut and underground mining. Graduates of this course are eligible for membership of th the Spatial Science Institute in either the Engineering Surveying or Mine Surveying Commissions depending on their work experience. Graduates of this course, both male and female, have been employed throughout Australia and oversears and is the supplier of choice for graduates for many mining companies. For further information contact Rob Koch 61 8 81773559. |
| Ship Builders | This course will enable you to improve your chances of employment or assist you to gain an apprenticeship/traineeship in the shipbuilding industry. With the Outer Harbor ASC shipbuilding contract, and the new Osborne Maritime Precinct, many additional jobs will be created. |
This Industry Group information was last modified : 21/05/2007 2:13:04 PM
The information was accurate at the time of publication. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary.
