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.
Diploma of Applied Technologies
National ID : 22460VIC | State ID : BCZ46
Gear up for an exciting career in new technologies!
Do you need technical skills to work in Industry 4.0 manufacturing or engineering workplaces?
Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering
National ID : 52889WA | State ID : BGR66
Want to be part of building all the big things? FEE FREE!
This qualification in civil and structural engineering will provide you with the high level skills and knowledge needed to work on complex projects — from skyscrapers and bridges to public buildings and intricate road designs — and expand your experience in the design and construction of civil works such as dams, structures and pipe networks. With so much civil construction activity happening in WA, this is a huge jobs growth area with fantastic career opportunities!
Diploma of Civil Construction Design
National ID : RII50520 | State ID : BGK7
Ready for a career where you get to design our future?
The Diploma of Civil Construction Design prepares you for working as a designer or design paraprofessional who supports professional engineers, developing site specific work designs to ensure the implementation of the client’s site requirements. Through this course, you'll learn a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning skills and incorporates Australian Standards, business practices, national codes and guidelines.
Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
National ID : UEE50520 | State ID : BFP5
It's time to engineer your electronics career pathway to success — FEE FREE!
The Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering is a technical qualification, which will give you high level specialised knowledge and skills across the electrical electronics and communications engineering field. It's the perfect choice for anyone seeking a career move as an engineering associate, technical officer, electronic systems technician or similar.
Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade
National ID : MEM50119 | State ID : BEK0
Take your engineering trade to the next level!
If you’re a qualified trades engineer and wanting to expand your skillset and open up new career opportunities, this is the course for you!
Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade (Engineering)
National ID : MEM50119 | State ID : AD65
Take your engineering trade to the next level!
If you’re a qualified trades engineer and wanting to expand your skillset and open up new career opportunities, this is the course for you! Through the Diploma of Engineering–Advanced Trade you can advance your skills in technical drawing, graphical techniques, interpreting technical specifications and manuals — plus learn all the latest computing technologies, how to write technical reports, and research and analyse engineering data.
Diploma of Engineering - Technical
National ID : MEM50222 | State ID : BIW7
Get set for a great career using exciting technologies
Looking for an advanced technical qualification recognised all over Australia? The Diploma of Engineering — Technical is the course for you!
Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Drafting)
National ID : MEM50222 | State ID : AE07
Draw up the plans for your future career! FEE FREE!
Want a career as a technical engineering drafting specialist? The skills gained through this qualification apply to a range of areas including mechanical, mechatronics, manufacturing, maintenance, heating ventilation airconditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration and airconditioning in manufacturing, engineering and related industries.
Diploma of Engineering - Technical (HVAC)
National ID : MEM50212 | State ID : WB87
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Gain the advanced skills and knowledge to design and implement heating, ventilation and airconditioning (HVAC) systems, incorporating thermo dynamics principles, psychometric processes, energy management principles, and building information models.
Diploma of Process Plant Technology
National ID : PMA50116 | State ID : BAN5
This qualification is aimed at both professionals with experience working in the oil and gas and process plant technology industry looking to advance their career, and students without industry experience who would like a university qualification in engineering.