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Defence

With more than two decades of working in the defence shipbuilding and sustainment industry, SM TAFE has a proven track record of producing job-ready workers. 

Our focus is on providing training for the exciting and rewarding defence industry. There are fantastic career opportunities available in trade areas such as structural steel and welding, metal fitter and machinists, industrial electricians and electricians. Our facilities are world-class, providing students with hands-on experience in a real-life industry setting.

We partner with the defence industry to service its increasing need for skilled trade workers. We support the industry to attract, train, retain and re-train skilled workers and our pathway programs bring together schools, TAFE and higher education and our nationally accredited courses can be customised to suit employers' needs. 

Have you considered studying in courses that support the defence industry?

Defence in Western Australia also includes logistics and warehousing, maritime, information technology and engineering. Navigate to those industry areas using their links to explore courses with strong employment growth. 

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    Diploma of Applied Technologies

    National ID MEM50822 | State ID BJC6

    Digital technology is transforming business around the world and is revolutionising the way companies manufacture and improve their products. Driven by digitalisation, the Diploma of Applied Technologies gives you the opportunity to gain an advanced engineering qualification that can lead you to...

    Campuses
    • Munster

    Study Modes
    • Traineeship

    CNC Conversational Programming

    State ID 09513P

    This CNC Conversational Lathe course, powered by the Okuma Technology, is designed for experienced CNC Machinists and Operators looking to upskill into the programming environment without the need for complex G-Code.

    You will dive into Okuma’s one touch IGF's intuitive...

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    CNC Setup and Operate

    State ID 09356P

    The CNC Setup and Operate course is for experienced tradespeople already engaged in engineering production or manufacturing roles, as well as for fitting/machining apprentices in their advanced stages. ...

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Free

    Certificate IV in Cyber Security

    National ID 22603VIC | State ID BGT15

    Delve into the world of cyber security and become a trusted professional with our Certificate IV in Cyber Security. This is government funded cyber security course.

    Campuses
    • Murdoch
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

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    Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

    National ID UEE30820 | State ID BFN0

    Launch your career as a licensed electrician.

    Campuses
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

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    Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)

    National ID MEM20105 | State ID AA50

    Continue your trade studies through to a metal fabrication apprenticeship.

    Campuses
    • Thornlie
    • Mandurah

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Free

    Certificate IV in Engineering (Instrumentation)

    National ID MEM40119 | State ID AD20

    Get your skills recognised and advance your engineering career to secure that dream job today.

    Campuses
    • Munster

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Half-price

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

    National ID MEM20105 | State ID AA49

    Become a mechanical fitting or machinist apprentice in the mining, industrial, defence, automotive, or hydraulics industries.

    Campuses
    • Mandurah
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • On Campus

    Half-price

    Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade

    National ID MEM31119 | State ID BEK4

    Become a tradesperson working with composites within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries.

    Campuses
    • Naval Base

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

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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....

    Campuses
    • Naval Base
    • Rockingham
    • Thornlie

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship