TasTAFE
1 day
This one-day intensive course introduces beginners to essential machinery and safe work practices in metals manufacturing workshops. Perfect for those starting their journey in engineering and fabrication industries, it provides practical hands-on experience and serves as a pathway to further engineering qualifications.
There are no essential entry requirements for this course. Participants should be at least 16 years old to enrol at TasTAFE. No prior experience or qualifications are necessary. Participants should be prepared with standard items such as pens and notebook, and may need to bring specific personal protective equipment as directed by the instructor.
The course covers comprehensive introduction to machinery commonly used in metals manufacturing workshops. Topics include hands-on demonstrations of workshop equipment, safe work practices and procedures, equipment operation techniques, and practical experience in a simulated workshop environment. Participants will learn workplace safety standards, machinery handling protocols, and foundational fabrication industry knowledge to build confidence and competence.
TasTAFE is Tasmania's leading vocational education and training provider with extensive industry connections and expertise in engineering and metals trades. The institution offers practical, face-to-face training delivered by experienced instructors in fully equipped workshop facilities. TasTAFE provides clear pathways to further qualifications and has strong relationships with employers in the engineering and fabrication sectors.
Upon completion, this course serves as a foundation for pursuing further engineering qualifications such as Certificate II in Engineering Pathways and Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade). Graduates can progress toward careers as fabrication technicians, engineering workshop operators, metal fabricators, or welders. The course provides essential skills for entry-level positions in metals manufacturing, engineering workshops, and fabrication industries across Tasmania.
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