Bendigo TAFE Course guide 2014 by Bendigo TAFE

Course Guide 2014 edition

Inside: Choose from over 100 courses to kickstart your career or path to university.

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Welcome

Bendigo TAFE can take you places Are you interested in jump starting your career, a promotion in your current job, a change of profession, gaining an additional skill set or perhaps a guaranteed path to university? We can take you there.

Bendigo TAFE quality

Bendigo TAFE offers quality education to cater to individual’s needs while remaining flexible, available, trustworthy and relevant. We pride ourselves on providing students with a supportive environment with passionate teachers committed to your success.

Get qualified

Bendigo TAFE offers a range of certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses including apprenticeships and traineeships. We are committed to assisting you to work through your options so that you choose the course that is right for you. With flexible study options that include online, distance learning, on the job or a blend of all, these options allow students to combine study with work, social and family commitments.

Links to industry

Bendigo TAFE courses are designed to specifically meet industry standards and also provide a stepping stone from TAFE to university. Our aim is to provide graduates with the skills required and valued by employers to ensure they have every opportunity to achieve employment.

Pathway to university

One of the key pathways that people can take from a TAFE course is the one to university. Many TAFE qualifications, such as advanced diploma, diploma and some certificate IV qualifications, provide credits towards a university undergraduate course.

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2014 Course listing Choose from over 100 courses to kickstart your career or path to university.

Professional Industries If you need to develop general or specialised business and management skills, Bendigo TAFE offers a wide range of courses designed for entry level careers or for people already working in business. If you’re considering a career in hospitality or hair and beauty, Bendigo TAFE provides access to purpose built training facilities complete with the latest equipment to provide a real world training experience.

Certificate III In Beauty Services (SIB30110)

Gain confidence to interact with customers, and provide beauty services which may include make-up, waxing, nail technology, lash and brow treatments, cosmetic tanning, as well as demonstrating and selling skin care and cosmetic products.

Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SIB50110)

You might be interested in these if you:

Develop your skills and deliver a broad range of beauty therapy treatments and services. This course is ideal if you wish to operate as a beauty therapist, employ staff and manage a beauty salon.

• want to learn how to manage your own business

Certificate II in Hairdressing

• want to increase your chances of getting a specialised management job • want a basic understanding of information and communications technology functions or learn advanced software and programming skills • want to increase your chances of gaining an apprenticeship as a hairdresser or chef • would like to indulge in a career in the beauty industry or are interested in teaching in a TAFE or registered training organisation (RTO).

Hair and Beauty

(SIH20111)

This course provides an overview of the hairdressing industry, as well as some practical skills to get you started and help you gain an apprenticeship or hair salon assistant position.

Certificate III In Hairdressing (SIH30111)

Develop the practical and theoretical skills you will need to become a qualified hairdresser. Hairdressing is a great launching pad to many different job opportunities from a salon owner to a hair stylist.

Certificate II in Retail Make-Up and Skin Care (SIB20110)

earn about workplace communication, L interacting with customers, demonstrating and selling make-up and skin care products, and performing routine functions. This course will be offered as a dual qualification with the Certificate II in Hairdressing.

Hospitality and Cookery Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30813)

Gain the industry certification you need to be a qualified cook in a commercial kitchen. Learn to prepare and serve food in various hospitality settings. Can be offered as an apprenticeship or a non apprentice course.

Information Technology Certificate II in Information, Digital Media and Technology (ICA20111)

This course is for students who already have basic computer skills. It provides basic digital literacy in order to become competent in a range of general information and communications technology functions and to provide support to a range of industry occupations.

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Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology (ICA30111)

Become competent in introductory information communication technology (ICT) technical functions and learn how to support information activities in the workplace. Achieve a degree of self-sufficiency as an individual ICT user.

Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICA40111)

Learn to be effective in network management either as an independent information and communications technology specialist, or as part of a team. Develop skills and knowledge in the installation and management of simple networks.

Diploma of Information Technology (ICA50111)

Gain the skills and knowledge to be competent in a range of information communication technology (ICT) fields at diploma level. The qualification has a strong core ICT base and offers pathways into a number of ICT qualifications.

Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking (ICA40411)

Develop the skills and knowledge to install and manage small scale networks, either as an independent network support technician or as part of a team.

Diploma of Information Technology Networking

Training and Assessment

Certificate IV in Disability (CHC40312)

Certificate III in Education Support (CHC30812)

Aimed at new integration aides, or aspiring integration aides. Develop the skills required to support children in relation to inclusive learning practices for children with disabilities and the impacts their disabilities may have upon development.

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110)

This is the qualification required by trainers and assessors to train and assess nationally recognised qualifications in the vocational education and training (VET) sector which includes TAFE or private registered training organisations (RTOs).

Community Services, Health and Wellbeing Enhance the knowledge, skills and qualifications you need to work in children’s and community services, as well as the health industry. As part of your course, enjoy on the job training and work placement opportunities throughout the region. Many of these courses are targeted specifically to support people who have been working in these industries and have practical experience but lack formal qualifications.

(ICA50411)

Learn the skills and knowledge to manage the installation of a range of networks, including internet, security and e-business integration, as either an independent information communications technology (ICT) specialist or as part of a team.

Management and Human Resources Diploma of Human Resources Management (BSB50613)

Gain a sound theoretical knowledge base in human resources management. You will be able to demonstrate a range of managerial skills to ensure that human resource functions are effectively conducted in an organisation or business.

Diploma of Management (BAB51107)

Designed to reflect the role of those in a management position. Focusing on both personal and professional development, you will enhance current skills and provide a broad understanding of the principles required for effective business management.

VET FEE-HELP eligible University credit

You might be interested in these if you: • want to become a nurse or dental assistant • want to extend your specialised health or community service work experience into another area of health within community services • want to work in a children’s centre, aged care facility or support those with a disability.

Aged Care and Disability Certificate III in Aged Care (CHC30212) Learn how to support and care for elderly people in a range of aged care facilities and apply theory to practice during industry placement. Offered as a dual qualification with the Certificate III in Home and Community Care.

Certificate IV in Aged Care (CHC40108) Work in residential facilities within defined organisation guidelines and service plans. Gain skills to maintain an individual’s wellbeing through personal care and/or other activities. Work may include training and support to promote independence and community participation.

Learn how to deliver training and support for people with disabilities, to enhance their ability to achieve greater levels of independence, self reliance and community participation.

Advanced Diploma of Disability (CHC60112)

Suitable for disability workers who operate at an advanced skill level to provide specialist disability services and act as a resource for other workers. Learn how to coordinate work programs, supervise accommodation service delivery and/or manage services.

Children’s Services Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113)

Learn about child development, leisure and play facilitation, planning and programming, as well as legal and ethical requirements. Participate in practical placement in a range of settings with a variety of age groups.

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113)

Develop the skills, knowledge and understanding required to plan and implement quality childcare and educational programs for children from 0-12 years. Participate in practical placement in a range of settings with a variety of age groups.

Community Services Certificate II in Community Services (CHC20112)

This course will provide an introduction to a variety of community services qualifications including aged care, disability work, youth work and children’s services, through theoretical and practical training.

Certificate IV in Community Services Work (CHC40708)

you want a career that gives you a feeling Do of accomplishment and fulfilment? This qualification covers workers who provide a range of services to clients, and/or who implement community education.

Diploma of Community Services Work (CHC50612)

Develop skills to work in roles that involve service delivery, either direct client work and/ or community education or development projects. Learn to operate at an advanced skill level and to supervise other staff and volunteers.

Certificate III in Home and Community Care (CHC30312)

Gain the skills to provide supervised support work in client homes and other community settings within defined organisational guidelines and service plans. Offered as a dual qualification with the Certificate III in Aged Care.

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Laboratory Operations Certificate III In Laboratory Skills (MSL30109)

Learn how to perform straight forward sampling and testing, follow set procedures and recipes, apply well developed technical skills and basic scientific knowledge. The electives allow you to maximise your skills and may increase your employment opportunities.

Certificate IV In Laboratory Techniques (MSL40109)

Learn how to process and interpret data, plan and conduct laboratory work, culture media, aseptic technique, sampling, testing and more. This course covers the skills for technical assistants or similar personnel in workplaces conducting scientific tests/analyses.

Diploma of Laboratory Technology

Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/ Division 2 nursing) (HLT51612)

Gain the skills to interact competently and professionally with other health professionals within acute and non-acute environments. The course is sequenced to incorporate theoretical and clinical learning activities.

Nursing and Allied Health Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (HLT42512)

This qualification is for workers who provide program related support to allied health professionals such as occupational therapists. Complete physiotherapy and occupational therapy skill sets, as well units to cover strength training and recreational programs for older persons.

Certificate III in Dental Assisting (HLT31812)

Gain the skills required to assist a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist. Subjects include infection control, practice administration, communication, oral health care and radiography assistance, OH&S and first aid. Offered as a traineeship to employees in a dental practice.

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (HLT32512)

This traineeship is for those working in the health industry. It covers roles providing assistance to health professional staff with client care and supports the multi-skilling requirements of smaller and rural/remote work. Electives are packaged to address specific roles.

Certificate II in Health Support Services (HLT21212)

This traineeship qualification covers workers who provide support for the effective functioning of health services, requiring discretion and judgement. These workers also provide a team leadership or workplace training function.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the diverse visual arts industry. This may include working in a studio based or shared workshop environment.

Diploma of Visual Arts (CUV50111)

Occupational Health and Safety Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (BSB41412) This program is the entry level qualification for occupational health and safety (OH&S) coordinators or supervisors with a major workload in OH&S. Graduates of this course will have the qualifications suitable to be a WorkSafe inspector.

This qualification reflects the role of visual artists who combine specialised technical creative and conceptual skills to prepare for and develop an emerging arts practice. They are able to plan and realise a body of work in one or more art forms.

Graphic and Building Design Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) (21953VIC)

Creative and Design

(MSL50109)

Strengthen your existing laboratory skills while gaining team leader/management qualities. This course covers the skills you will need for a position of responsibility as a technical supervisor in a laboratory or similar workplace where analytical tests are conducted.

Certificate IV in Visual Arts (CUV40111)

Harness your creative flair and imagination and develop your skills in this fast growing and exciting study area. Acquire the knowledge, confidence and industry networks in areas of graphic design, writing and editing, digital media, creative arts and music with guidance from teachers with substantial industry experience. Bendigo TAFE has a range of facilities that are equipped with the latest industry technologies, including an Apple iMac lab, professional recording studio and a dedicated art and sculpture workspace. You might be interested in these if you: • want to develop your skills as a writer • are looking to work in the media industry • want to establish a career in audio and sound production • want to learn the fundamentals in drawing, painting, sculpture, textiles and ceramics

Learn the skills and application of industry specific software to become a building designer and deliver innovative design solutions for projects. Follow a project from conception to completion, through site selection, town planning, contracts and tender.

Certificate IV in Design (CUV40311)

This qualification provides a pathway to a career in design. You will learn to develop critical and creative thinking skills, interpret and respond to design briefs, and generate design solutions.

Writing and Music Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing (22203VIC)

Do you want to know how to edit and present your work to get it published? This course introduces participants to the skills required in the contemporary writing and editing industry and will suit the needs of a range of writing industry professionals.

Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing (22091VIC)

• are ready to formalise your interest in graphic and building design.

Acquire knowledge, confidence and industry networks for writing and editing in all areas of the contemporary writing world. Many graduates have seen their work published in leading journals and magazines, or have published their own books.

Creative Arts and Digital Media

Certificate IV in Sound Production

Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media (CUF40207) Learn, develop and broaden your knowledge in 2D animation and 3D modelling, website design, visual effects or digital art and production coordination. Pursue a career in web development, film making, editing, visual effects or game development.

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (CUF50207)

Gain the skills to develop a career in electronic media. Learn about film, television, radio and digital media industries. Create animations, visual effects and web designs.

(CUS40209)

Learn about studio operations, digital audio production and PA assembly for live shows while developing your own creativity. Explore the world of live events, studio recording, sound mixing, copyright law and essential music industry business skills.

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English Language, Indigenous and General Education Bendigo TAFE offers a diverse range of learning opportunities that are designed to provide individuals and groups with access to quality education. English, literacy and numeracy classes for adults are available, varying from basic skills to advanced writing and mathematics. You might be interested in these if you: • need the fundamentals of language, literacy and numeracy • are interested in combining secondary schooling with trade training or undertaking a Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program • want to study a modified program at any of our campuses or create a pathway towards gaining employment or an apprenticeship/traineeship • are new to Australia and wish to learn written and spoken English to help you gain employment.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander These courses are specifically aimed at Koorie students.

Certificate II in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts (CUV30211)

Develop the basic art-making skills that underpin visual arts and craft practice. This qualification is suitable for VET in schools programs and the course has a strong Indigenous cultural and identity component.

Diploma of Community Services Work (CHC50612)

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113)

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113)

VET FEE-HELP eligible University credit

Certificate III in Education Support (CHC30812)

VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning - Foundation (VCALFND001)

This course is a recognised senior secondary certificate of education and develops knowledge and employability skills, with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy. Gain relevant preparatory skills to develop and extend meaningful pathways.

VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning - Intermediate (VCALINT001)

A recognised senior secondary certificate of education, it provides independent, autonomous learning and work planning (under supervision). It teaches confidence and a high level skills to develop and extend meaningful pathways.

English Language Studies Course in Preliminary Spoken and Written English (10361NAT) This course is for beginners. Learn to recognise and write the alphabet and numbers, read social sight words and signs, respond to simple instructions, participate in short conversation and provide basic personal information.

Certificate I in Spoken and Written English (10362NAT)

This course is for beginners who have just started learning English. The course enables students to take part in the community, find and keep employment and take on further education and training.

Certificate II in Spoken and Written English (10363NAT)

Develop basic language and literacy skills for further study, to seek and maintain employment and participate in the community. Learn how to prepare a learning plan, participate in formal learning environments and access learning resources.

Certificate III in Spoken and Written English (10364NAT)

Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English - Further Studies (10365NAT)

This advanced course develops your English skills and prepares you for vocational education programs, tertiary preparation courses or university entry. Learning strategies are developed to establish goals, engage effectively in further study and develop independent learning.

General Education Connect2 Bendigo TAFE (22012VIC)

Find out what’s like to be a student at Bendigo TAFE and discover how you can develop your pathway to training and employment. Aimed at young people from 16-19 years.

Certificate II in General Education for Adults (22237VIC)

Aimed at those who have not completed their secondary education, and are aged over 15 years. Gain general skills in reading, writing, numeracy, employability skills and be assisted to establish further learning and pathway options.

Certificate III in General Education for Adults (22238VIC) Develop skills in reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and general skills to meet personal needs and facilitate participation in the community and workplace. The course is designed for adults who need to improve their general education skills.

Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (22182VIC)

This qualification is designed to provide participants with the confidence and study skills to successfully complete a vocational study program.

Certificate I in Work Education (22128VIC)

Suitable for those seeking employment in a community or volunteer organisation. Develop the skills required to work in a community or volunteer organisation by learning and extending social development.

VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning - Foundation (VCALFND001)

Develop more complex literacy and language skills for use in less familiar situations. Build on the skills developed in the Certificate II in Spoken and Written English.

Young Mums Program (VCAL Foundation) (VCALFND001YM)

Designed specifically for young mothers and/ or young expectant mothers who want to complete their secondary education. The course includes literacy, numeracy, personal development skills, work related skills and childcare units in a practical hands-on course. Apply at bendigotafe.edu.au or call 1300 554 248

VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning - Intermediate (VCALINT001)

A recognised senior secondary certificate of education, this course provides independent, autonomous learning and work planning (under supervision). It teaches confidence and a high level skills to develop and extend meaningful pathways.

VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning - Senior (VCALSEN001) Independent learning, whilst under supervision. Development of knowledge and employability skills leads to independent learning, confidence and a high level of transferable skills to extend meaningful employment pathways and/or further education for young people aged 15 and above.

Trades and Sustainability Our focus is to ensure industries have access to well trained, highly skilled tradespeople. This may be through an apprenticeship or people refreshing their skills to ensure they have the most current knowledge and work practices to bring to their workplace. Trades include automotive, building and construction, engineering, electrical, refrigeration and plumbing. Bendigo TAFE also offers a range of courses including agriculture, horticulture and conservation and land management. These courses are delivered at our modern facility located at Charleston Road, Bendigo. You might be interested in these if you: • want to complete a preapprenticeship program • are an apprentice in one of these areas • want to extend your skills in any of these areas by undertaking a certificate IV or diploma • want to learn the fundamentals of car maintenance, work in the electrical or refrigeration trade, find employment in building and construction or plumbing • are a person who wants to set up a business.

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Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation and Land Management Certificate III in Agriculture (AHC30110)

Gives currently employed farmhands the skills to work with minimal supervision on a sheep, beef or cropping farm. Learn about planning livestock feeding, husbandry and health programs, planning cropping programs, fencing and machinery maintenance.

Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management (AHC31410)

Learn about animal, plant and pest control and natural area restoration. This is an introductory course for a number of pathway options in the conservation and land management program.

Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management (AHC40910)

Deepen your understanding of key conservation and land management issues such as environmental law, animal and plant pest control, biodiversity and more. Classroom based study with participation in a wide range of industry projects.

Diploma of Conservation and Land Management (AHC31010)

Build on your knowledge in a variety of areas around planning and management activities. Our partnerships with over 60 industry groups allow students to be involved in real projects as part of their training.

Certificate III in Horticulture (AHC30710)

Gain the skills for a career in the landscape or parks and gardens industry. Learn about landscape design, costing and construction, plant and soil selection and nutrition, as well as safety with chemicals and first aid.

Certificate IV in Horticulture (AHC40410)

Develop post trade skills and knowledge across a broad coverage of the horticulture industry prior to undertaking higher level roles in the industry.

Certificate III In Landscape Construction (AHC30910)

Gain the knowledge and skills to build a successful career in the landscape sector. Learn about landscape design, costing and construction, plant and soil selection and nutrition, as well as safety with chemicals and first aid.

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens (AHC31010)

Do you want to build a successful career in the parks and gardens sector? Learn the skills of plant selection and nutrition, pest and disease identification, weed control, landscape construction, first aid and occupational health and safety.

Certificate III in Sports Turf Management (AHC31310)

Learn to establish and maintain turf grass areas on recreational facilities such as bowling greens and race tracks. Learn practical skills in soil and plant nutrition, identification and control of pests, diseases and weeds as well as safe use of chemicals and machinery operation.

Certificate IV in Wool Classing (AHC41310)

This course is suitable for those with industry experience or relevant qualifications who wish to become a professional wool classer and gain Australian Wool Classer Registration with the Australian Wool Exchange (AWEX).

Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation (AHC33010)

This course is ideal for experienced people already working in the industry who wish to further their knowledge and skills in woolclassing.

Automotive and Engineering Certificate II in Automotive Studies (preapprenticeship) (22015VIC)

Enhance your options in gaining a traineeship or apprenticeship as a vehicle mechanic, motorcycle mechanic or auto electrician. This course is highly regarded within the automotive industry.

Certificate II in Engineering (MEM20105)

Offered as part of a traineeship. Gain the knowledge, skills and application required to begin a career as a production worker, or progress your career with recognition of existing skills and acquisition of new skills.

Certificate II in Engineering Studies (22209VIC)

Pre-employment training for apprenticeships and traineeships, as well as assisting entry into the wider manufacturing industry. Learn the basics of fitting and machining and various types of welding, as well as an overview of industry safety and legal requirements.

Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitter and Machinist Apprenticeship (MEM30305)

The theory component of a mechanical engineering apprenticeship. You will learn the knowledge, skills and applications required to begin a career as a fitter and machinist.

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Metal Fabrication and Welding Apprenticeship) (MEM30205)

The theory component of a metal fabrication apprenticeship in the light/heavy fabrication/ welding stream. Learn components in structural fabrication, sheetmetal working or boilermaking.

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Certificate III in Engineering Technical (MEM30505)

Certificate III in Carpentry (apprenticeship) (CPC30211)

Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting (MEM40412)

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (apprenticeship)

Training for engineering technicians and may be part of a traineeship. Gain the skills in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and design, including prototyping, inspection, quality control, laboratory, non-destructive testing, technical purchasing, estimating and production planning.

The training component of a carpentry apprenticeship. Learn the knowledge, skills and applications in framework, formwork, finishing and carpentry, the processes required for building a house or commercial building from the initial stages through to completion.

This course is designed for new entrants to the engineering industry as well as for those holding existing qualifications. It provides a comprehensive technical base for working in the mechanical, manufacturing and maintenance fields.

(CPC30611)

Diploma of Engineering - Technical

Electrical

(MEM50212)

High level training for engineering technicians. Core subjects include the application of mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment, as well as interaction with relevant computing technology.

Certificate III in Light Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR30612)

This course provides the theory component of a light commercial vehicle automotive apprenticeship. You will learn the knowledge, skills and applications required to begin a career as an automotive vehicle tradesperson.

Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment (apprenticeship) (AUR30712)

Training for apprentices in the outdoor power equipment service industry.Â Covers ride-on mowers, chainsaws and small engines. Gain the knowledge, skills and applications required to develop a trade career working in the industry.Â

Building and Construction Certificate II in Building and Construction (carpentry) preapprenticeship (22216VIC)

Ideal for school leavers or those who wish to gain an apprenticeship in the construction industry. Gain the skills necessary to commence an apprenticeship in carpentry. Bendigo TAFE apprentices are well regarded within the local building industry.

Certificate II in Building and Construction (painting and decorating) preapprenticeship (22216VIC)

Ideal for school leavers or those who wish to gain an apprenticeship in the painting and decorating industry. Gain the skills necessary to commence an apprenticeship in carpentry. Bendigo TAFE apprentices are well regarded within the local building industry.

VET FEE-HELP eligible University credit

The training component of a painting and decorating apprenticeship. Learn about painting and decorative work in new and existing homes as well as commercial construction work.

Certificate III in Airconditioning and Refrigeration (Apprenticeship) (UEE32211)

Learn to select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises.

Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair (Apprenticeship) (UEE30611)

The training component for motor rewinder apprentices. It combines on the job training with classroom theory, ensuring that the knowledge and practical skills you acquire are relevant to your apprenticeship.

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (Electrical Apprenticeship) (UEE30811) This course combines on the job training with off the job education. Learn how to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment.

Certificate II in Electrotechnology - Pre-Vocational (21887VIC) Learn the basics of electrical theory and maths, and gain practical skills to make you more employable as an apprentice in the fast growing electrical, security systems, refrigeration or air-conditioning trades.

Plumbing Certificate II in Plumbing (preapprenticeship) (22138VIC)

Certificate III in Plumbing (apprenticeship) (CPC32412)

The theory component of a plumbing apprenticeship. It provides trade outcomes in roles such as plumber, gasfitter, drainer or roof plumber. There are six streams available: water, sanitary, drainage, mechanical services, roofing and gas services.

Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Operations) (CPC40912)

This course is for specialist plumbing services tradespeople wanting to increase their technical competency. Gain the skills to plan and size the layout of plumbing in buildings up to six stories high.

Short Courses Give your qualifications a boost by choosing a short course at Bendigo TAFE. Bendigo TAFE offers short courses across a broad range of study areas to the community, students and industry professionals. Our short courses provide a great opportunity to enhance experience, skills and knowledge. These courses are suitable for those looking to advance their career, wanting to try something new, or start a new hobby. We also have a number of courses that meet licensing and industry compliance needs. Our short courses are offered at various dates, times and campus locations throughout the year, with some courses also offering an online option. Applications are open throughout the year and students are invited to enrol before the commencement date, dependent on demand. Concessions are available for some courses. Many of our short courses give you accredited units towards a nationally recognised qualification. So, if you do come to us for further study, you may be eligible for credits. Bendigo TAFE also offers courses specific for your company needs and at a venue that suits you. Visit our website for more information, to apply or send an enquiry.

Campuses Bendigo Charleston Road Campus 62-104 Charleston Road Bendigo VIC 3550

This course can be a pathway to an apprenticeship. Successful completion of this course will provide the skills and knowledge required for employment in the plumbing industry. The opportunity for onsite work experience is available.

Bendigo City Campus 23 Mundy Street Bendigo VIC 3550 Bendigo Technical Education College (BTEC) 21 St. Andrews Avenue Bendigo VIC 3550 Echuca Campus Corner Hare and Darling Streets Echuca VIC 3564 Castlemaine Campus 65-67 Templeton Street Castlemaine VIC 3450

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Why Bendigo TAFE? Choosing Bendigo TAFE gives students real choices about their future when making big career decisions. Starting at TAFE can finish with a new career or a headstart at university.

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Our small class sizes mean you won’t get lost in the crowd and teachers get to know you and your goals.

Be up to date with the latest industry trends that will give you a competitive career edge.

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On-campus, online or a mixture of both. Our courses aim to fit your lifestyle so you can find the right balance.

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Don’t just study textbooks, complete your course with job-ready skills that can kickstart your career.

Eligible diploma or advanced diploma students can access the Australian Governments’ VET FEE-HELP fee loan scheme to defer fee payments.

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