If you have good communication skills and basic mathematics skills along with a desire to make things and work outdoors, a career in the building and construction industry offers excellent career prospects. Swan TAFE can also help you take a trade recognition to an academic qualification which can set you up with a building inspection, management, consultation or advisory role. All pre-apprenticeship courses include a supervised practical work placement, ensuring that, when you graduate, you are in a strong position to gain an apprenticeship in your field.
*NB: Not all modes of study will be available at all campuses. Call 9267 7500 for details.
Courses in Building and Construction are delivered at Balga, Carlisle, Midland and Thornlie campuses.
Carpentry and Joinery
Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery
1422 (51409)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
As a carpenter you will be required to construct, erect and repair buildings and other structures made of wood, wood substitutes, steel and other materials. Your work will vary according to the type of job you do and might include residential, commercial, industrial and other construction or maintenance.
Certificate III in Joinery (Housing)
1444 (51526)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
Learn how to construct and manufacture components for stairs, windows, doors and furnishings. You will be required to install handrails and special stair components, refurbish timber sashes and glaze and reglaze windows and doors.
Certificate III in Steel Framing (Housing)
1450 (51757)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
As a Steel Framing (Housing) apprentice you will be required to handle steel framing materials, use tools and equipment to fix steel structures, plan and organise your workload, conduct measurements and calculations, construct wall frames and pitched roofs, erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding, carry out general demolition to minor building structures, read and interpret plans and specifications and more!
Certificate III in Carpentry Housing (Framing)
1451 (51758)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
As a framing carpenter you will be required to handle carpentry material and use carpentry tools and equipment, plan and organise your workload, conduct measurements and calculations, use explosive power tools, erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding, construct wall and ceiling frames, construct pitched roofs, carry out levelling operations, carry out general demolition to minor building structures, read and interpret plans and specifications and install and replace windows and doors.
Certificate III in Carpentry Housing (Fixing)
1452 (51759)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
A fixing carpenter is involved in handling carpentry material and using carpentry tools and equipment, planning and organising their workload, carrying out measurements and calculations, following occupational health and safety procedures, erecting and dismantling restricted height scaffolding, carrying out levelling operations, installing and replacing windows and doors, using explosive power tools and reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
Certificate III in Carpentry Housing (Formworker)
1453 (51760)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
A formworker is involved in handling carpentry material, using carpentry tools and equipment, planning and organising their workload, carrying out leveling operations, excavations, measurements and calculations, reading and interpreting plans and specifications and erecting and dismantling restricted height scaffolding.
Certificate III in Carpentry (Housing)
1454 (51761)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
As a housing carpenter you will be required to construct wall and ceiling frames, pitched roof frames, eaves and roof trusses. You will need to demonstrate construction techniques such as installing windows and doors, flooring systems, bulkheads, stairs and ramps and you will be involved in the finish and repair of wooden and metal structures and fixtures on residential building sites.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga, Midland and Thornlie Campus
So, you’re after an apprenticeship in carpentry and joinery? Give yourself the best chance of impressing a boss with skills in joinery techniques, domestic housing fit-outs, erection, finishing and repair of wooden and metal structures and, fixtures of residential and commercial buildings. You’ll learn how to read plans, use tools and machinery and much more.
Electrical
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga and Thornlie Campus
Learn how to perform basic work activities and assist others in a variety of work tasks, depending on the specialisation selected. These include obtaining materials and tools as requested, cleaning, soldering, looming, cutting and securing equipment or materials.
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
W431 (UEE30807)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga and Thornlie Campus
Learn how to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises.
Security
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time, T
Balga Campus
Students will develop skills to install, assemble and/or repair equipment related to security systems.
Plumbing and Drainage
Prerequisites developed communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Midland Campus
If you’re not afraid of heights, roof plumbing could be the career for you. A day at the office will have you sitting head and shoulders above the rest. Take your first step to a career where you’ll never be short of work. Learn hand and power plumbing tool skills, how to cut and join sheet metal, and marking out materials. This course includes a work placement, an ideal opportunity to impress a potential employer.
Course in Plumbing Contractors License
1414 (51429)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Part-time options available
Balga Campus
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to satisfy the training requirements specified by the Plumbers and Drainers Board when seeking an open Plumbing Licence to undertake plumbing work related to their principal trade or daily scope of work.
Prerequisites developed communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga and Midland Campus
Aside from Kenny’s one-liners, there’s a lot to plumbing and gas fitting. If you want a career that can take you all over the world and where you’ll never be short of work, this qualification is the first step. Learn hand and power plumbing tool skills, how to cut and join sheet metal, marking out materials, oxyacetylene welding and more.
Certificate III in General Plumbing and Gas Fitting
1416 (51543)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga and Midland Campus
A plumber and gasfitter is involved in planning, installing and servicing plumbing systems (including fixtures, piping equipment and controls in commercial, institutional, industrial or public buildings), renovating, maintaining and repairing existing plumbing, sizing, installing, testing, adjusting and servicing natural gas and propane equipment ranging from residential furnaces to industrial boilers and installing, maintaining and repairing hot water systems and water conditioners.
Certificate II in Drainage
W067 (BCP20103)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge required to set out, install, change and service underground waste-water pipes. Students may also learn about timbering trenches.
Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
W072 (BCP30303)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Midland Campus
As a roof tiler you will be required to fabricate and install guttering and downpipes on residential building roofs in accordance with blueprints and specifications, design and install roof drainage systems for specified roof types and select the appropriate stormwater disposal systems for use on residential buildings and install them.
Timber Trades
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga and Thornlie Campus
Love your lounges, cherish your chairs, like kitchens with Karma or beautiful bathrooms? If you want a career making furniture, this qualification will make you competitive in seeking an apprenticeship. Learn practical skills in cabinet making and machine woodworking as well as how to produce domestic and commercial furniture and fixtures. Learn to manufacture kitchens and bathroom cabinets, about safety in the workplace, how to use and maintain tools and much more.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time semester
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to perform a range of overall tasks in the furnishing industries, prior to gaining full time employment.
Certificate II in Furniture Making
W023 (LMF20302)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga and Thornlie Campus
This qualification is gained on-the-job over approximately 12months and, once complete, will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to perform a range of overall tasks in the furnishing industries.
Certificate III in Furniture Making
W031 (LMF30302)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga and Thornlie Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with the practical skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks that would be expected by a full-time qualified tradesperson in this industry. Good opportunities for employment are available to apprentices who are working with solid timber products associated with domestic and commercial furniture making.
Certificate III in Furniture Making (Cabinet Making)
W032 (LMF30402)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga and Thornlie Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with the practical skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks that would be expected by a full-time qualified tradesperson in this industry. Good opportunities for employment are available to apprentices who are working with flat panel products like kitchen fitting and commercial cabinets.
Certificate III in Furniture Making (Wood Machining)
W033 (LMF30502)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with the practical skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks that would be expected by a full-time qualified tradesperson in this industry. Good opportunities for employment are available to apprentices who are working with flat panel and solid timber products associated with domestic and commercial furniture making.
Certificate II in Floor Covering and Finishing
W021 (LMF20102)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with skills and knowledge to operate in one of two distinct fields. In this diversified area you may learn to install either Timber Floor coverings or Carpet and Vinyl Floor coverings. You will acquire skills and knowledge that is expected of a qualified tradesperson in order to function effectively in this industry. Good opportunities for employment are available in this lucrative industry.
Certificate III in Floor Covering and Finishing
W029 (LMF30102)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with skills and knowledge to operate in one of two distinct fields. In this diversified area you may learn to install either Timber Floor coverings or Carpet and Vinyl Floor coverings. You will acquire skills and knowledge that is expected of a qualified tradesperson in order to function effectively in this industry. Good opportunities for employment are available in this lucrative industry.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to perform a range of tasks in the furnishing industry. Depending on the pathway you have chosen you will learn about safety in the workplace, using and maintaining tools, effective communication, calculations and team work. You will also learn skills ranging from cabinet making to glazing. As part of this qualification you will undertake a supervised work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned.
Certificate II in Glass and Glazing
W024 (LMF20402)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
This qualification provides students with a broad range of skills that may assist them in the Glass and Glazing industry. Glass and Glazing is a nationally recognised trade opening up exciting doors for young people in commercial and domestic glazing. Glass workers carry out various interesting tasks with flat or sheet glass in a wide range of industries such as construction, automotive and furnishing.
Certificate III in Glass and Glazing
W034 (LMF30602)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
This course offers you the practical skills and knowledge you need to become a qualified tradesperson glazier. You will learn about safety with glass, how to read plans, how to cut glass and calculation skills. This course covers both domestic and commercial applications.
Certificate II in Glass and Glazing (Aluminium Windows and Frames)
1438 (51823)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
Learn how to make, repair and install aluminium windows and frames. Use skills like quoting, calculating and safety in the installation and repair of windows.
Certificate II in Glass Processing
1439 (51824)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
This course offers you an opportunity to develop the skills you’ll need to gain a position within the glass industry. Learn cutting and machinery skills, how to do calculations and about safety with glass. This could be the start you’ve been looking for to join an industry seeking employees
Certificate II in Furniture Finishing (Polishing)
W022 (LMF20202)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
Learn how to prepare surfaces, mix and apply stains, apply finishing material by hand and spray gun, restore furnishing items, and operate a range of furniture finishing equipment.
Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (Polishing)
W030 (LMF30202)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with the practical skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks that would be expected by a full-time qualified tradesperson in this industry. Good opportunities for employment are available to apprentices who are working with flat panel, solid timber and furniture restoration. You will become a skilled tradesperson in furniture finishing and may move into senior management or operate your own business.
Certificate II in Upholstery
W028 (LMF20802)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with the skills and knowledge they need to recover furniture as well as upholster new furniture. Opportunities for employment are reasonable and the potential for self employment is high.
Certificate III in Upholstery
W038 (LMF31002)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide apprentices with the skills and knowledge they need to recover furniture as well as upholster new furniture. Opportunities for employment are reasonable and the potential for self employment is high.
Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body (Vehicle Trimming)
W218 (AUR30805)
Prerequisites: basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
Learn how to restore the interior seating and linings of vintage or custom cars. Develop skills in upholstery service and repair for aircraft and all types of boats using a mix of new technology, industrial sewing and material welding techniques. Apprentices within this field enjoy a wide range of skills development and a vast array of work opportunities within the automotive, marine, aviation, transport and mining industries throughout Australia.
Certificate III in Textile Fabrication – Canvas and Sail Making
W287 (LMT30406)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
If you enjoy sailing, camping, working in transport or, if you just like producing products using a mix of hand skills and the latest in technology, then the canvas and sail making course is ideal for you! Trainees will learn how to manufacture products from canvas, PVC fabrics and sail materials for yachts, caravans, campers, four wheel drives, trucks and boats. You will also learn how to use the latest technology to produce tensile structures, membranes or pneumatics for the mining and leisure industry as well as café blinds and shade sails for the building industry.
Certificate I in Furnishing – Soft Furnishing
WS36 (LMF10102)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide you with the basic skills and knowledge you need to safely and effectively use industrial sewing machines. You will learn how to make a range of cushions and various small fabric items. You will also gain limited experience in the use of hand and power tools. Good opportunities for employment are available in this industry, either in a workroom or retail sectors.
Certificate III in Soft Furnishing
WS37 (LMF30902)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
2 semesters full-time
Balga Campus
This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to perform a range of tasks in the soft furnishings industry. You will learn how to make curtains, construct pelmets, cushions and much more. You will also gain experience in the use of hand and power tools and learn of various installation techniques for pelmets and curtains. Good opportunities for employment are available in this Industry either in a workroom, retail or you may even start your own business.
General Construction
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga and Thornlie Campus
Want to get in on WA’s building boom? Brick and blocklayers are in great demand, with industry requirements projected to increase. Give yourself your best chance of gaining an apprenticeship with this qualification. You’ll learn how to lay bricks and pre-cut stone, construction and repair of walls, foundations, partitions, arches and much more.
Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
W135 (BCG30103)
Prerequisites: basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga and Thornlie Campus
Want to get in on WA’s building boom? Brick and blocklayers are in great demand, with industry requirements projected to increase. You’ll learn how to lay bricks and pre-cut stone, construction and repair of walls, foundations, partitions, arches and much more.
Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying (Housing)
1443 (51525)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga and Thornlie Campus
As a housing brick/blocklayer you will learn skills that will enable you to build houses of all types. Upon completion you will have a great opportunity to build a career path in building industry.
Certificate III in Concreting
W137 (BCG30303)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga and Thornlie Campus
A trainee concrete worker pours and lays concrete for driveways, house slabs, footings for high rise buildings and, tilt up panels. Concrete surface finishes can be texture coloured or stencil finished and of any shape, size or dimension.
Certificate II in Paving
0338 (51359)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga Campus
Concreters are in big demand in the building industry. This course will enable you to develop the skills required to lay paving and build small masonry walls which can lead into a career in the housing and landscaping industry.
Certificate II in General Construction
W134 (BCG20103)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Traineeship
Balga and Thornlie Campus
General Construction employees assist tradespeople on building and construction sites undertaking work in semi-skilled manual jobs.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Thornlie Campus
Get your practical skills up to give you the best chance of getting an apprenticeship in painting and decorating. This qualification covers units in reading plans, take measurements, prepare surfaces, different paint techniques, how to use scaffolding, workplace safety, how to organise your work and much more.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga Campus
Give yourself your best chance of getting an apprenticeship in solid plastering. This qualification will see you learning how to read plans, take measurements, prepare surfaces, concrete different surfaces, apply plaster and render, how to use scaffolding and how to organise your work.
Certificate III in Solid Plastering
W144 (BCG31003)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
As a plasterer you will select, mix and apply gypsum, cement or acrylic mixtures to exterior and interior walls of buildings to produce plain or decorative surfaces that are fire, weather or sound resistant. You will also learn how to apply stucco (a mixture of lime, cement and sand) on the exterior surfaces of buildings, and texturing or embedding it with marble, gravel chips or acrylic to produce a decorative finish.
Certificate III in Plastering (Housing)
1447 (51529)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
A housing plasterer is involved in the application of decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement or similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of buildings. They are required to demonstrate construction techniques such as surface preparation, cement rendering, trowelling to an even thickness and mixing and applying finishing coats of plaster.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga Campus
Be part of the great cover-up! Ugly walls and ceiling cavities, that is. Use this qualification to get your apprenticeship in wall and ceiling lining. You’ll learn skills in reading plans, taking measurements, preparing surfaces, installation application and finishing of plasterboard, fibre cement sheeting, pre-cast fibrous plaster sheets and mouldings, how to erect partitions and install suspended ceiling systems, workplace safety and more.
Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
W146 (BCG31203)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
A wall and ceiling fixing apprentice is involved in the installation of plasterboard sheets, cornices and finishes to internal wall and ceiling linings. They are required to demonstrate construction techniques such as measuring, cutting and layout of plasterboard, installation of cornices, fire rated and acoustic wall and ceiling systems.
Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Fixing (Housing)
1445 (51527)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
A wall and ceiling fixing apprentice is involved in the installation of plasterboard sheets, cornices and finishes to internal wall and ceiling linings. They are required to demonstrate construction techniques such as measuring, cutting and layout of plasterboard, installation of cornices, fire rated and acoustic wall and ceiling systems.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga Campus
If you’ve decided your career is on the tiles, this qualification will give you the skills you need to get an apprenticeship in wall and floor tiling. Learn skills in reading plans, taking measurements, preparing surfaces, concreting surfaces, laying wall and floor tiles and tiling corners with ceramic, clay, slate, marble and glass tiles.
Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
W147 (BCG31303)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
As a tiler you will be required to lay ceramic, clay, slate, marble, glass and other types of tiles on external and internal wall and floors to provide protective and decorative finishes. You will need to demonstrate construction techniques such as measuring, cutting, shaping and layout of tiles. Attaching tiles to surfaces using correct adhesive, matching patterns and shaping tiles for edges, corners and around obstacles is required.
Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (Housing)
1446 (51528)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
As a tiler you will be required to lay ceramic, clay, slate, marble, glass and other types of tiles on external and internal wall and floors to provide protective and decorative finishes. You will need to demonstrate construction techniques such as measuring, cutting, shaping and layout of tiles. Attaching tiles to surfaces using correct adhesive, matching patterns and shaping tiles for edges, corners and around obstacles is required.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Balga and Thornlie Campus
So you’ve decided your future is in the trades, but you’re not sure which apprenticeship to take. This qualification will give you a grounding in brick and blocklaying, floor and wall tiling and plastering. You’ll also learn workplace safety, how to read plans and other vital work skills.
Certificate III in Stonemasonry
N022 (BCF30600)
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Balga Campus
An apprentice Stonemason is involved in preparing and laying hard and soft stone, marble, concrete block/slab and any other masonry materials to build or repair stone structures, walls and monumental masonry (stone work for cemeteries).
Prerequisites basic communication and mathematics skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
4 semesters full-time
Balga and Thornlie Campus
The Builder’s Registration Board requires practical and academic expertise for registration as a builder – this course covers the academic requirement. With units on coordinating the construction of residential buildings, building and contract law, quantities and estimating, site safety, timber codes, project management, costs and more, it’s a comprehensive building qualification.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Midland Campus
Want to put a bit of artistic flair to your trades career? A pre-apprenticeship course in signwriting will give you the background and skills to seek an apprenticeship. You’ll learn how to measure and calculate, use hand and power tools, use scaffolding, layout a sign, colour-match, use small plant and equipment and much more.
Certificate III in Off-Site Construction (Sign Writing/Computer Operations)
N065
Prerequisites Developed communication and mathematics skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Apprenticeship only
Midland Campus
A signwriter is involved in designing, manufacturing and painting signs for displays, buildings, hoardings, billboards, boats and other structures and, painting designs directly onto boats, buildings, windows of shop fronts and some forms of transportation.
Prerequisites basic communication skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
1 semester full-time
Carlisle Campus
With your sights set on a career as a refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic, this qualification will give you the skills to get an apprenticeship. Learn soldering, interpretation of technical drawings, servicing of domestic refrigeration systems and white goods, safety in the workplace and much more.
Cleaning Operations
Prerequisites Developed communication and mathematics skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Part-time and external study available
Carlisle Campus
Learn about safe and efficient cleaning activities, how to maintain and restore hard floor surfaces and OHS procedures. You’ll also learn how to clean furniture and fittings, wet areas, external surfaces and windows.
Prerequisites Developed communication and mathematics skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Part-time and external study available
Carlisle Campus
Have you got what it takes to lead a team of cleaning professionals? Want to step into a rewarding and highly portable career? Want to be trained by some of WA’s leading professionals? This qualification will further develop your practical skills and knowledge in the appropriate use of chemicals and cleaning methods and techniques. You will learn skills in team leadership, as well as how to monitor and maintain equipment supplies, and organise and monitor work duties to provide an effective and efficient service. You can also choose to learn how to train small groups and use hot water extraction methods.
Prerequisites Developed communication and mathematics skills, see http://swan.tafe.wa.edu.au/requirements
Part-time and external study available
Carlisle Campus
Build on your certificate II and III cleaning knowledge by developing skills in units such frontline management, how to train small groups, how to communicate in the workplace and dispute management.