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 list presented here is only for this industry category. You can select a qualification or course title to see a list of training providers in Western Australia who deliver it – then select a provider to find out more.
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The list of courses displayed for a selected industry category is intended to assist individuals learn more about occupation and training pathways, and may not represent all possible pathways for an industry. For further assistance on occupation and training pathways please contact your nearest Jobs and Skills Centre on 13 64 64.
Please note
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.
Certificate II in Autonomous Workplace Operations
National ID : RII21222 | State ID : BIA8
You can be part of the wave of future technologies in automation with this nationally recognised and accredited qualification, and kickstart your career. Skills and knowledge in this area are highly valued and sought after by employers.
Certificate II in Civil Construction
National ID : RII20720 | State ID : BGK0
Working in civil construction, you'll get to be part of projects building bridges, large commercial buildings, public facilities such as schools, roads, transport stations — if it's big, it's probably on the list!
Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair
National ID : UEE20520 | State ID : BFP7
This nationally recognised and accredited qualification is the perfect choice to boost your job prospects in the field of computer assembly and repair. It's a great introduction to general ICT (information, communications and technology) work, and could set you up for a future in ICT support.
Certificate II in Drilling Operations
National ID : RII20920 | State ID : BFH0
This nationally recognised and accredited qualification will set you up with the communication and teamwork skills needed for the mining industry.
Certificate II in Electronic Assembly
National ID : UEE20920 | State ID : BFJ8
This nationally recognised and accredited training course qualifies you for professional work in electronics factories and assembly lines.
Certificate II in Electronics
National ID : UEE21920 | State ID : BFN1
If you're keen on a career in electronics, but need to build some skills up to help you get that first job, this nationally recognised and accredited qualification is for you!
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID : UEE22020 | State ID : AC54
This nationally recognised and accredited qualification offers a work entry program that covers essential job ready skills and knowledge for work in any field of electrotechnology including a domestic or commercial electrician, electronics technician, data technician, security technician, refrigeration and airconditioning mechanic, telecommunications technician, or in the electrical distribution trade.
Certificate II in Engineering
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : W233
Engineering is an exciting field of work, with a variety of specialised areas including including mining, hydraulics, manufacturing and marine engineering that you could get into.
Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : AA50
Heavy fabrication is the perfect job for anyone who enjoys working with big machinery and equipment, and this is the perfect course to get you started in entry level work or as a head start on an apprenticeship.
Certificate II in Engineering (Light Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID : MEM20105 | State ID : AA52
With this course, you'll gain the skills to work in either a domestic or commercial setting making products such as roofing, airconditioning ducts, electrical switchboards, range hoods and benchtops for commercial kitchens, shelving units, fences and gates... and more!