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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.
Courses in Defence
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Machining)
National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD56Learn to machine, modify and gain skills in the maintenance of plant and equipment, machinery and power stations.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Rockingham
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Technical
National ID MEM30522 | State ID BIV7Lay the groundwork to a career in engineering drafting, or as an engineering associate.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Munster
Study Modes
- On Campus
- Traineeship
Diploma of Engineering - Technical
National ID MEM50222 | State ID BIW7Pursue a career in the mechanical, mechatronic, manufacturing and maintenance engineering fields.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Carlisle
- Munster
Study Modes
- On Campus
- Online and On Campus
Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Fabrication Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID 52913WA | State ID AE25Blend a traditional trade with new technologies!
Metal fabricators and welders work in a diverse trade, applying various fabrication and welding skills to industries including mechanical and civil engineering, the mining resources sector, heavy haulage and road transport, agriculture...
Campuses
Study Modes
- Mandurah
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- On Campus
Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical
National ID UEE62122 | State ID BHZ3Become a specialist in automation, mechatronics, administering or upgrading infrastructure, among many other engineering skills.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Munster
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
National ID BSB40320 | State ID BFR6Complete this course to learn how to launch a new business and gain the practical understanding of what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Bentley
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
National ID MEM30719 | State ID BEJ7Become a tradesperson working in the exciting marine craft construction industry.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Naval Base
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Diploma of Project Management
National ID BSB50820 | State ID BFT0Manage projects from start to finish with this industry-relevant diploma. Gain in-demand skills that will add value to any industry and organisation. Completing this course can open up further study options and set you up with essential skills and knowledge of current project management...
Campuses
Study Modes
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- On Campus