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Thornlie

Thornlie, the largest campus of South Metropolitan TAFE, is approximately 18km from the CBD to the south east.

The campus has specialised workshops, and offers courses in the areas of community services, engineering, business, fabrication, heavy duty mechanical, information technology and building and construction.

Thornlie has over 20 specialist computing laboratories and access to modern heavy vehicles. It also features an on-campus business simulator, specialised in medical business training, Koora-Marr Centre aboriginal cultural space and is an Adult Migrant English Program campus. 

Facilities

Thornlie campus features a library for the use of students on campus.

The library provides:

  • A large and diverse resource collection of books, magazines and DVDs, both physical and online
  • Assistance with researching for information and answers to reference enquiries
  • Information sessions on library and information services, supported with published and online information guides
  • Assistance with study, referencing and learning skills
  • Networked and wireless computer areas
  • Access to electronic information such as internet and databases  

Location
Block 9  

Opening hours
Mondays to Thursdays - 8am to 4pm

Visit the library website

The Thornlie cafeteria opening hours are as follows: 

Monday to Friday: 
7.30am to 3.30pm       

(Cafe opening hours are subject to change during term breaks)

The campus is also within easy walking distance to Centro Maddington Shopping Centre with over 80 retailers.

Vending machines are available on site for drinks and snacks.

Thornlie campus features one of the state's Jobs and Skills Centres, where free career development advice and job opportunities can be explored by students and the general public. 
 

The campus also hosts the Koora-Marr Centre for Aboriginal Learning, which aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at TAFE.

Smart Travel
We recommend all visitors to campuses take advantage of our Smart Travel information to ease congestion on and around our campuses.

Parking 
Thornlie campus has parking available for students with parking permits at the rear of the campus. Car parks can be accessed Monday to Thursday between 7:30am and 10pm and Friday between 7:30am and 5pm during term. Security guards patrol both car parks regularly during these periods and hoon behaviour will not be tolerated. Parking signs prohibiting parking on any ring road or on lawn areas will be enforced by the City of Gosnells Rangers who will issue infringement notices.   

Public transport
Thornlie campus enjoys bus stops on Burslem Drive connecting Thornlie campus with the train station and with bus services to Perth. Visit Transperth's Journey Planner, using South Metropolitan TAFE Thornlie campus as a landmark to plan your trip or collect a timetable from the Customer Service Centre on campus.

The Armadale/Thornlie Line closed Monday, 20 November 2023 until mid-2025 to facilitate major METRONET projects.

During the shutdown, trains will not operate between Victoria Park Station and Armadale Station. Passengers will no longer be able to alight trains at Gosnells, Thornlie or Maddington Stations to access Thornlie TAFE Campus services.

For more information, please click on the below link:

Thornlie Line Shutdown Information (215 KB) (PDF document)

Students enjoy free WiFi at all SM TAFE campuses. 

Visit the Wi-Fi and technical requirements page.

Location

Address
Burslem Drive, Thornlie WA 6108
T: 1800 001 001
E: info@smtafe.wa.edu.au

Use the map below to zoom in to see the location of Thornlie campus.

Thornlie

Address

Burslem Drive
Thornlie WA 6108
Australia

Thornlie campus courses

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    Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)

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    Campuses
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    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/welding)

    National ID MEM31922 | State ID AE16

    Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?

    When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding) you'll be looking at a trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator in industries such as mining or construction....

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    Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal working)

    National ID MEM31922 | State ID AE19

    Are you looking for a career creating and repairing metal structures and products?

    When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal) you'll be ready for a career as a sheetmetal worker or light metal fabricator in industries such as mining, commercial...

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    Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic (Fixed Plant Mechanic)

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    Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic (Mobile Plant Mechanic)

    National ID MEM31419 | State ID AD55
    This job is suitable for those working in maintenance of Heavy Mobile Equipment typically in use in the Mining and Civil Construction industries
    Campuses
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    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD58

    Launch your trades career as a machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in mining, automotive, or hydraulics.

    Campuses
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    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD57

    Launch your trades career as a machinist, mechanical fitter, metal plater or plant mechanic in mining, automotive, or hydraulics.

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    • Rockingham
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    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Machining)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD56

    Learn to machine, modify and gain skills in the maintenance of plant and equipment, machinery and power stations.

    Campuses
    • Rockingham
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    Study Modes
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    Establishing a Contracting Business

    State ID 09124P
    This short course forms part of the electrical contractor course. Approved by the Electrical Licensing Board, students gain theoretical and practical training to enhance and refresh their knowledge and skills. A current electrical worker licence is a requirement for this course.
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    Certificate I in General Education for Adults

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