Science, Technology and Construction

Advanced Technology (Cert II in Manufacturing Technology)

This Qualification provides a pathway into a range of Industries including high end engineering, design and manufacturing. Students use state of the art robotic equipment, CNC driven lathes and mills and sophisticated computer software to manufacture a range of products from different materials. Producing products for clients emphasises competitive manufacturing and business principles.

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Advanced Technologies - Virtual Program

This qualification (Certificate II in Manufacturing Technology) provides a pathway into a range of Industries including high end engineering, design and manufacturing. Students use state of the art robotic equipment, CNC driven lathes and mills and sophisticated computer software to manufacture a range of products from different materials. Producing products for clients emphasises competitive manufacturing and business principles.

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Certificate I in Automotive

Certificate I prepares and inducts students into automotive and develops the skills and knowledge required to perform routine activities. It also provides participants with experience required to apply for apprenticeships. Participants participate in off-job training at Quality Automotive Training – Melrose Park. The training covers both theory and some practical assignments. 20 days Structured Workplace Placement (SWP) is required for on the job assessment.

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Certificate II In Automotive Mechanical

Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical is a continuation of the Certificate I in Automotive – Vehicle Servicing program. Participants participate in off-job training at Quality Automotive Training – Melrose Park. The training covers both theory and some practical assignments. 20 days Structured Workplace Placement (SWP) in automotive mechanical workshops is required for on the job assessment.

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Certificate I in Construction (Plumbing)

This qualification is a basic introduction to an apprenticeship and is offered to Year 11 and 12 students. The qualification provides grounding in safety and basic skills and knowledge for work in any plumbing discipline. It comprises of classroom based study and workshop activities, one major written project and four weeks of self organised structured work placement. This certificate is completed over one year and provides students with an overview of the plumbing industry.

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Certificate I in Construction (Plumbing) @ Unley

The course will focus on the introductory skills a Plumbing apprentice would need. The course has been design by the PIA and will be offered in conjunction with Unley High School. Students will also receive a White Card upon satisfactory completion of the course.

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Doorways 2 Construction @ Heathfield High

This qualification is for students with an interest in the building and construction industry. This program is delivered in conjunction with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and provides pathways to vocations within the building and construction industry such as carpentry, concreting, tiling, painting and decorating, joinery, plastering, bricklaying and demolition. This course combines off the job training, practical work sessions and on-site building experiences.

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Doorways 2 Construction (Girls) @ Pasadena

This unique course for girls only is the only one of it's type in the state. Students who want to work in the Building Construction Industry as Tradies in areas such as Carpentry, Plumbing, Bricklayers, Electricians etc. This programme helps students to get experience in hands on basic skills in the Building Industry. Students must complete ten Competency Booklets, 4 weeks of work placement, individual projects, community projects and school projects, using timber, metal, bricks, pavers, cement and many other building materials. Students will also learn to use all the basic tools in the Building Industry. Students will experience site visits, guest speakers, view current Building trends and techniques. Students will be trained in White Card and JSA (Job Safety Analysis). Students who are successful in Certificate I are able to also continue with D2C+ Programme the following year. Students who select the D2C course need to have an interview in order to have success and get in to the programme. The programme will be delivered at Pasadena Trade Training Centre and with support from CITB and MBA as the Registered Training Organisation.  

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Doorways 2 Construction @ Thebarton

This course provides entry level skills for the general construction industry. It includes work with demolition, planning, workplace communications, using plans and specifications, safe work and a White Card qualification, site levelling and manual handling of construction materials. Students will work with a range of building materials including bricks and mortar, concrete, timber framing, roofing materials and gyprock, plus a wide range of fasteners in conjunction with hand and power tools. Students will also undertake 4 weeks of required work placement on a building site. As far as possible every effort will be made to assist students with a workplacement in the trade of their choice. An apprenticeship broker will be available to help students negotiate the terms and signing of an indenture, should an offer arise within the time frame of the program.

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Certificate II in Electronics

This qualification has been designed to encourage students to have a taste of the electrotechnology industry as a whole - not just electronics. This course will provide an entry point for students wishing to gain entry into an apprenticeship or traineeship and comprises of classroom based study and workshop activities, one major written project and four weeks of self organised work experience.

This certificate is completed over two years. It is anticipated year 11 students would complete first year and continue with second year whilst in Year 12. Year 12 students are able to complete first year and receive a Statement of Attainment at the end of the year, however, will not be able to participate in second year unless they are still enrolled at school - ie Year 13.

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Certificate II in Engineering (Metal Trade Skills)

This is an entry level, general skill set designed to appeal to students wishing to pursue a career in metal trades, manufacturing and related industries, including mining and infrastructure. Students will use a wide range of metal engineering equipment in a new and modern workshop environment. Students will learn metal fabrication techniques and use joining and welding technologies. Competencies will be assessed against industry expectations.

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Certificate I in Resources & Infrustructure Operations (Mining)

This course is aimed at academic students in year 10 who are considering doing maths and physics in year 12. The course will link students to opportunities in engineering in the mining industry, providing links to Universities and the Industry so that students learn about opportunities in courses such as mining, metallurgy, civil, environmental, mechanical, petroleum, chemical, structural, water resource management. Students will learn about OHS principles, risk control and operations of communications equipment.

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