Engineering involves combining science, mathematics and technology to design and develop things such as engines, machinery and structures. Western Australia’s engineering industry is very closely linked to the mining, oil and gas industry, the resources industry and the construction industry. These areas offer a wide range of career opportunities including welders, fitters, machinists, boilermakers, sheetmetal workers, process plant operators and refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics.
The specialist area of surveying offers opportunities to get involved in engineering from the planning stage, whether it is for new land development or a complex spatial information survey this can be very interesting work.
The mining industry continues to provide excellent opportunities in Western Australia, and the qualifications available in this area go from entry level to help get you into a job, through to higher level and more specialised qualifications for those who want to progress to a mine supervisor or a management role in the industry.
The resources and oil and gas industry has a wide range of areas to focus skills and qualifications, from process plant operations at entry level, up to engineering at diploma level. There are vast opportunities for career growth and diversity across Western Australia in this industry area.
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The vocational education and training (VET) courses delivered in Western Australia on this course list are funded through the Department of Training and Workforce Development; these are referred to as publicly funded training. A range of qualifications and courses for priority industry areas and occupations are subsidised under Jobs and Skills WA, to reduce the cost of training in priority skill areas. To find out more about which courses are subsidised, please take a look at the information available on the main Training page.
Other non-publicly funded courses are available through TAFE colleges and private providers; however these are not included in this course list. To find these other courses, you can search a list of all VET courses in WA via the myskills.gov.au website.
Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair
National ID : UEE20520 | State ID : BFP7
Want to boot up your career working with computers?
If you're keen to work in the area of computer assembly and repair, but need some starter skills to boost your job prospects, the Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair is the perfect choice!
Certificate II in Drilling Operations
National ID : RII20920 | State ID : BFH0
Ready to drill your way into a fantastic mining career?
This qualification is a great starting point into the drilling industry, to get you job ready to start work!
Certificate II in Electronics
National ID : UEE21920 | State ID : BFN1
Want a buzz out of your career? Get into electronics!
If you're keen on a career in electronics, but need to build some skills up to help you get that first job, the Certificate II in Electronics is for you!
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
National ID : UEE22020 | State ID : BFP1
Are you considering a career in electronics?
The Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) course is the perfect place to start! This electronics entry program is recognised by employers Australia wide and will teach you how to work safely in the energy sector.
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID : UEE22020 | State ID : AC54
Ready to spark up your career in electrotechnology?
This qualification offers a work entry program that covers essential job ready skills and knowledge for work in any field of electrotechnology including a domestic or commercial electrician, electronics technician, data technician, security technician, refrigeration and airconditioning mechanic, telecommunications technician, or in the electrical distribution trade. It's an excellent pathway to getting a full apprenticeship or into a job as an electrical trades assistant.
Certificate II in Engineering
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : W233
Ready to engineer yourself into a great career?
Engineering is an exciting field of work, with a variety of specialised areas including including mining, hydraulics, manufacturing and marine engineering that you could get into. Your future will be off to a great start with the Certificate II in Engineering which will introduce you to the industry and give you core skills and knowledge that you can build on.
Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : AA50
Ready to fire up an exciting fabrication career?
Heavy fabrication is the perfect job for anyone who enjoys working with big machinery and equipment, and this is the perfect course to get you started in entry level work or to give you a head start on an apprenticeship.
Certificate II in Engineering (Light Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : AA52
Spark up an exciting career in fabrication!
Fabricators keep things together, and put things back together when needed! There is always a high demand for skilled fabricators, and this is the perfect course to help you get an entry level job or give you a head start towards an apprenticeship.
Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : AA49
Get a head start on your engineering apprenticeship!
The world of engineering offers many fantastic career opportunities, and skilled mechanical fitters and machinists are always in high demand!
Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical-Plant Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : AA48
Want an apprenticeship working on all the big toys?
Getting an apprenticeship can be challenging, but this course will give you all the entry level skills and knowledge that employers are working for when they hire an apprentice!