Skill sets and short courses

Use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings

This 2D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set will equip you with the skills needed to use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings for CNC processes in manufacturing.

Successful completion of this skill set will see you achieve 2 units from MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical, North Metropolitan TAFE offers a specialised stream of this qualification, MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)(opens in a new tab) .

Whether you are upskilling or looking for a career change, you'll gain 3D drafting skills to work in the Mechancial Engineering Drafting sector

North Metropolitan TAFE's 3D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set focuses on creating and displaying 3D CAD models so you'll be well equipped to work in the sector.

Successful completion of this skill set will see you achieve 2 units from MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical, North Metropolitan TAFE offers a specialised stream of this qualification, MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)

Build your administrative accounting and bookkeeping skills

This nationally recognised skill set is designed for people employed in accounting and bookkeeping roles who use knowledge of accounting principles to perform a range of analytical tasks in a variety of industries.
Successful completion of this skill set may provide you with credit towards FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping and also meets the entry requirement for FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting.

This skill set covers disciplines such as:

• Processing financial transactions
• Extracting interim reports
• Creation and operation of a computer accounting system
• Establishing and maintaining payroll systems
• completion of business activity statements

Enhance your REVIT skills 

This course is for students who are currently using REVIT or have completed the REVIT essentials for Architecture.

The course will only be run with a sufficient number of enrolments.

Gain advanced skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Heavy Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. This course is designed to build your skills and knowledge in preparation to enrol in the Weld to code - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process Skill Set.

The skill set is comprised of MEM05020 Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process, and covers theory and workshop practice. It will be delivered one evening a week for 10 weeks, on a Tuesday from 5:30 - 9:00pm.

Gain advanced skills in Manual Metal Arc Welding

If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Heavy Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in advanced Manual Metal Arc Welding. This course is designed to build your skills and knowledge in preparation to enrol in the Weld to Code - Manual Metal Arc Welding Process Skill Set.

The skill set is comprised of MEM05016C Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process, and covers theory and workshop practice. It will be delivered one evening a week for 10 weeks, on a Thursday from 5:30 - 9:00pm.

Do you have the skills and confidence to unlock the power of Big Data?

The more data you have, the better business decisions you can make.

This course shows you the basics of how to mine it. You will learn how to collate, analyse, and report structured data; and get an introduction to unstructured analysis and Big Data.

We’ll show you how to start from the basics, such as Microsoft Excel, working your way up to industry-standard tools to collate, analyse, and visualise data such as Power Bi.

This skill set is a great first step, or suited to people who work within in a broad range of industries who are responsible for processing data sets for a business, including data mining and machine learning activities with big data within medium to large organisations.

The Arabic Language "Allughah 'al arabiyyah

Arabic is spoken in over twenty countries from North-West Africa to the Arabian Gulf which makes it one of the most widely used languages in the world. There are three different kinds of Arabic that are written and spoken.

• Classical Arabic - this is the language of the Qur'aan and classical literature. Its structure is similar to the modern standard but the style and much of the vocabulary is archaic. To learn the modern classical Arabic it is essential to go into rather complex grammar.
• Modern Classical Arabic - this is the universal language of the Arab world understood by all Arabic speakers. Almost all written material is in modern standard as are formal TV programs, talks, etc.
• Colloquial Arabic – these are the spoken languages of the different regions of the Arab world. They vary the most in everyday words and expressions.

The Arabic covered in this course is a mixture of the modern classical and the colloquial Arabic to lessen the complexity of the grammar. Students completing these courses will be able to understand and be understood by all Arabic speakers.

Arabic Beginners Stage 1 is a general introduction to the language, its sound and writing system and some general information on the countries in which it is spoken.

Gain an insight into Auslan

This Beginners Auslan (Australian Sign Language) course will offer you an introduction to the language used in the Deaf community, as well as an insight into Deaf Culture.

You'll cover the alphabet, finger spelling, greetings, colours, transport, food and numbers.
Classes are practical and are taught by a native Auslan speaker.

This taster course may inspire you to apply for the accredited Auslan courses offered by North Metropolitan TAFE - from the Certificate II right up to a Diploma in Auslan.

Continue on your Auslan journey

This course will build on the skills learnt in Auslan Beginners Stage 1. With practical classes taught by a native Auslan speaker this continuation short course may inspire you to apply for an accredited Auslan course.

North Metropolitan TAFE offers qualifications from the Certificate II right up to a Diploma in Auslan.

Get the help you need to achieve your goals before sitting the BKSB test

BKSB® (Basic Key Skills Builder) is a Commonwealth approved online assessment tool that provides an overview of your learning strengths and determines your English and mathematics levels. 

This assessment tool is used for entrance into competitive courses like North Metropolitan TAFE's Diploma of Nursing and Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and Practice. To gain entry into the Diploma of Nursing or the Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology, you will need to achieve Exit level 3 (working at level 4) scores or higher. It is also used to determine suitability for a VET Student Loan to assist with paying for study in Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses.

Our Basic Key Skills Builder and English Testing Support Skill Set provides you with the opportunity to develop your skills and prepare for the BKSB assessment. You'll be able to learn and practice the required skills before sitting for the test. 

You can start classes at any time during the year, participate for as many weeks as you need and you can attend one, or both of the available classes depending on your needs.

English Language Testing Support

The English Language Testing support class provides support and exercises to develop the four testing areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. This class is suitable for all students seeking to improve their English skills and will support you in your preparation for one of the approved English language tests, in addition to preparing for the English component of the BKSB.

For entry into the Diploma of Nursing, English proficiency testing e.g. IELTS is required for all students that did not complete their secondary studies in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Northern Ireland, UK, USA or Canada.

BKSB Testing Support

The BKSB Testing Support class will give you access to Maths and English practice tests, quizzes, learner guides and other resources. This class will support you to effectively prepare for the maths component of BKSB testing.

This skill set will provide:

• weekly online classes to practice, participate in tutorials and ask questions
• access to maths and English practice tests
• access to learner guides and other resources
• access to online systems to extend practice

Learn aspects of working in a nursery and plant propagation

This skill set will give you the skills and knowledge for entry level employment in a nursery centre and covers basic nursery preparation skills for plant propagation and care for nursery plants. It is suitable for anyone wishing to work in Horticulture industry.    

Successful completion of this skill set will give you credit towards Certificate II in Horticulture, Certificate III in Horticulture or Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

Forge new skills in blacksmithing

If you want to learn the art of blacksmithing this is the place to start. During this one day (seven hours) introduction course you will gain an insight into safe working conditions while forging small projects by heating steel in a charcoal forge, turning the crank handle to deliver air just like a traditional Blacksmith.

You will use the anvil to hammer out shapes and have the opportunity to make an artistic marshmallow toaster, a bottle opener, or maybe a gum nut.

Later in the day, you will try forging under the pneumatic hammer (just as a professional Blacksmith would) and heating your steel in a gas forge. Assistance and guidance will be provided so you have a project to take home at the end of the day.

Our Pneumatic hammer is the same type that a professional Blacksmithing workshop would use but scaled down to suit our projects.

You will need to wear:

• long cotton pants (denim jeans are great)
• long sleeve industrial work shirt
• safety glasses
• riggers gloves (short leather glove) and
• please bring your own coffee cup.

Use your creativity to turn scrap metal into works of art

Enrol in North Metropolitan TAFE's metal sculpture welding course and you'll learn how to work with metal in new and different ways. You'll get the skills you need to transform pieces of scrap metal into garden features, abstract pieces and sculptures.

You will receive instruction in the safe use of tools and basic welding/metal forming techniques.

Dress requirements

You will be required to wear personal protective clothing/equipment at all times which includes steel capped safety boots, clear safety glasses, long drill cotton pants and cotton drill long sleeve shirt. You will also be required to supply your own long welding gloves, CLEAR face shield (for grinding) and welding helmet (can be Dual Shield).

Learn the basics of bricklaying

This short course will give you skills in bricklaying to complete home improvement projects. You'll learn the basics from using bricklaying tools and cutting bricks, to mixing mortar and laying bricks correctly. 

You'll also cover:

• basic setting out
• bedding bricks in mortar
• levelling and plumb work techniques
• correct joint spacing
• how to maintain face alignment and finishing brick joints evenly

Materials and hardware will be supplied. No previous experience required.

Dress requirements

You will need to supply your own personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, gloves and closed in footwear.

Almost every business has an office — and there's no shortage of job opportunities here

From administration work through to customer service, using business technology, dealing with accounts and finances through to digital marketing — you just need to be skills ready.

The Business Ready Skill Set will give you basic skills and knowledge required to deliver aspects of customer service including how to create a relationship with customers, identify their needs, deliver services or products and process customer feedback. You'll also learn how to use business technology and produce business documents, follow work health and safety (WHS) and emergency procedures and instructions, and use computer software and organise electronic information and data.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

Cover all the basics for use and maintenance of CNC lathes and machining centres

CNC Machining is a method carried out by computerised devices to perform a broad range of manufacturing tasks in a wide variety of fields.

During this course you will cover:

• Safety on and around CNC lathes
• Start-up, shut-down and basic maintenance of CNC lathes
• Setting of tools and jaws
• Basic lathe programming (Fanuc)
• Sample of repetitive cycles (rough turning, finish turning, threading)
• Operation of the lathe with a small part project
• Safety on and around CNC machining centres
• Start-up, shutdown and basic maintenance of CNC machining centres
• Setting of tools and work holding devices
• Basic machining centre programming (Fanuc)
• Sample of canned cycles (peck drilling, boring, tapping etc.)
• Operation of the machining centre with a small part project

Please note classes are run subject to numbers (minimum 10 students)

The COVID-19 Collection skill set will give you the skills and knowledge required to collect, prepare and dispatch a pathology specimen for Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing — a technique used to copy small segments of DNA and to diagnose infections such as COVID-19.

This training will get you job ready for working in hospitals or outpatient clinics, GP clinics and specialist rooms, home collection services and other public and private healthcare settings equip you with the skills and knowledge to. It includes learning to work in compliance with infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

The skills you gain are highly transferrable, with PCR used in a number of laboratory and clinical techniques including DNA fingerprinting, detection of bacteria, and diagnosis of genetic disorders. Your skills can also be used for the collection of pathology specimens in anthropological and forensic examination, which could be a pathway into a range of interesting work areas including forensic and criminal sciences.

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

This COVID-19 Direct Care skill set was developed in consultation with WA employers in the aged care and disability services sectors and the Community Services, Health and Education Training Council. It contains three units of competency chosen to get you job ready for entry-level employment.

• HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 
• HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely 
• CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs 

Get hands on with props and prosthetics

Casting and moulding is a specialised skill that reaches into all areas of Screen and Media, Special Effects, Prosthetics and Prop making.
This skill set delivers a comprehensive unit that provides the skills and knowledge required to construct props for theatre and screen productions using different casting and moulding techniques. It is an accredited unit that combines hands on practical activities using a combination of materials to create props that suit specific productions

Try your hand at Wheelwork

We have one of the top ceramics facilities in Australia, so what better place to learn to throw a pot! This hands-on class has an emphasis on the throwing techniques on the potter’s wheel, turning and joining clay forms.
This class is aimed at the total beginner as well as those returning to clay wishing to regain their clay confidence. You will be encouraged to think outside the circle and try altering their forms, and some surface decoration with slip or oxide decoration. 
Basic glazing techniques will be covered depending on the progress of the class.

There are no prerequisites for this class.

Dress requirements

• You'll need to wear enclosed shoes e.g. sneakers or leather type shoes
• Long hair must be tied back and any long accessories must be removed when working on the machines
• We recommend you wear old clothing or an apron to protect your clothing

For this course, you will need to bring:

• Old towel or apron
• Own wheelwork tools (optional)

What is provided
Clay will be supplied for projects undertaken in the course.  Any projects/items outside of this short course content will not be fired and the lecturer has the right to reject work that is outside the course scope or mass produced.

Please note that there has been an update to the materials provided in ceramics short courses. There will be up to 2 bags of clay supplied to students for projects undertaken in the course.

Find your ceramic surface paradise

Whether you are a ceramicist or potter looking to explore and experiment in this art form, or an art teacher/technician wanting to complete some professional development in a ceramics studio environment, this skill set will extend the scope of your current techniques and help you ensure safe creative practice for yourself and those around you.

This skill set explores the basic science and technology of clays and glazes by employing practical empirical methods in laboratory and studio settings.

We'll cover various techniques that can be employed to systematically develop new glazes through formulation and testing. Also covered are techniques used for the application of glazes onto ware and methods for diagnosing glaze faults and problems.

North Metropolitan TAFE is the only Registered Training Organisation offering nationally recognised training in ceramics in WA.
Situated in Northbridge, we have comprehensive purpose-built facilities that provide you with dedicated ceramics studios and workshops.

Our Ceramics skill sets will be run subject to enrolment numbers.
Please email applications@nmtafe.wa.edu.au  to lodge your interest, and we will notify you of the next available intake.

Learn the art of turning clay into ceramic

Whether you are a ceramicist or potter looking to explore and experiment in this art form, or an art teacher/technician wanting to complete some professional development in a ceramics studio environment, this skill set will extend the scope of your current practice and open new possibilities.
This is a skill set designed for people already working in a situation where safe firing practice with a high success rate is essential. It is also a skill set designed for emerging ceramic artists and potters contemplating building or purchasing a kiln and needing to get the best possible results. 

North Metropolitan TAFE is the only Registered Training Organisation offering nationally recognised training in ceramics in WA.
Situated in Northbridge, we have comprehensive purpose-built facilities with a wide range of kiln types.

You'll be provided with detailed instruction on the characteristics of various kiln types, firing cycles, pyrometry, kiln refractories and instruction in firing both gas and electric kilns. The skill set also addresses the specific hazards relating to firing, the regulatory framework within which kilns are used and installed and safe firing practice. 

Our Ceramics skill sets will be run subject to enrolment numbers.
Please email applications@nmtafe.wa.edu.au  to lodge your interest, and we will notify you of the next available intake.

Develop the range and breadth of your ceramics techniques and treatments

Whether you are a ceramicist or potter looking to explore and experiment in this art form, or an art teacher/technician wanting to complete some professional development in a ceramics studio environment, this skill set will extend the scope of your current practice. A skill set for throwers, it focuses on designing and making a range of forms with special attention being paid to developing and expanding your techniques and skills on the potter's wheel. 

North Metropolitan TAFE is the only learning institution with formal qualifications in ceramics in WA.
Situated in Northbridge, we have comprehensive purpose-built facilities with dedicated Ceramics studios and workshops.

This skill set will take your ceramics to the next level with detailed instruction on the design and methods for making creative adaptations of the array of traditional functional forms, both large and small. The skill set encompasses a range of creative opportunities for new forms and methods. 

Our Ceramics skill sets will be run subject to enrolment numbers.
Please email applications@nmtafe.wa.edu.au  to lodge your interest, and we will notify you of the next available intake.

Learn Chinese Mandarin

Our world is getting smaller due to the rapid development of telecommunication, the expansion of international trade and the ease of air travel. In this environment, Chinese can be counted as one of the most important languages to learn. Modern Standard Chinese is an official language of the United Nations.

Chinese is spoken by over one billion people in China as well as by millions of other people all over the world. The language is not so difficult to learn, having quite a simple structure, with no plural forms and no past or future tenses. China is the fastest growing economy in the world, with huge investments in the iron ore industry in Western Australia. For some years now, people with skills in Chinese have been in great demand both at home and overseas – especially in the areas of the service industry, in international and company law, economics, engineering and architecture.

Chinese (Mandarin) Beginners Stage 1  is a general introduction to the language, its sound and writing system and some general information on the countries in which it is spoken. Wherever possible, the course is tailored to meet the needs and interests of the group. Therefore, some variations to course may occur.

Delve further into the world of networking

This course focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. You’ll perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.

This course will help you on your way to CCNA Certification.

Gain these skills:

• Work with routers, switches and wireless devices to configure and troubleshoot VLANs, Wireless LANs and Inter-VLAN routing.
• Configure and troubleshoot redundancy on a switched network using STP and EtherChannel.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer.
• Explain how to support available and reliable networks using dynamic addressing and first-hop redundancy protocols.

Contact us via email to register your interest for the next intake - pacintech@nmtafe.wa.edu.au

Gain the fundamentals of networking in a customised, small group, Cisco lab environment

This is a certification program for entry-level network engineers that helps maximize your investment in foundational networking knowledge and increases the value of your employer’s network and is for Network Specialists, Administrators, and Support Engineers with 1 - 3 years of experience.

This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the internet and other computer networks. You'll have small class sizes with instructor led delivery from start to finish. You'll gain skills to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks.

Whether you are trying to gain an entry level position in a network engineering role or improve your employability skills, this course can help you on your way to certification.

This course is an introduction course and a basic understanding of computers and Linux is desirable.

Contact us via email to register your interest for the next intake - pacintech@nmtafe.wa.edu.au

Complete the requirements to be able to sign off on gas installations.

This course covers the design and size customer gas installations for domestic and commercial proprieties, caravan and marine craft installations for both Natural and LPG gas.
It is a theoretical based qualification only but you must have recorded 250 hours of gasfitting work which was completed under the supervision of a person holding a full Class G Gasfitting Permit.

Completion of this course and the 250 hours of recorded gasfitting (completed in the workplace) will allow you to apply to DMIRS (Energy Safety) for your Class G Gasfitting Permit which will then allow you to 'sign off' gas installations using the DMIRS - 'Notice of Completion'.

Gain further skills to broaden your employment scope in the field of pathology collection

If you are currently employed as a pathology worker in a collection centre, hospital or other health care environment where drugs of abuse testing takes place, successful completion of this skill set will give you the unit of competency, HLTPAT005 Collect specimens of drug of abuse testing.
This unit is required to conduct National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accredited drug testing.

This skill set will only run with sufficient enrolments.

How would you like to be part of a team producing beautiful food in one of WA's restaurants, cafes, bars, resorts or hotels?

This skill set covers all the 'must know' skills that employers are looking for, so you'll be skills ready and job ready. It covers how to follow organisational infection prevention and control procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks to ensure you're working safely.

In the Commercial Kitchen skill set, you'll learn about the safe use of commercial kitchen equipment, how to  clean food preparation areas, storage areas, and equipment efficiently and minimising negative environmental impacts, preventing food contamination including how to identify and control food hazards, and gain general kitchen and food preparation skills.

Jobs that could lead from this skill set includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, and bar and food and beverage servers and attendants.

Enhance your skills to be able to design, deliver and evaluate a community development program

You'll gain the foundation theories and practices to develop, deliver and evaluate community development programs and projects.

This online skill set touches on how sociological theory and contemporary community development approaches can be harnessed to build community capacity for strong social outcomes. Strongly influenced by current industry practice, this skill set encourages participants to reflect on own practice and invites them to stretch their capabilities through the introduction of best practice approaches from around the world.

This online course has been developed by those in industry, for industry. The course structure and content has been designed to suit those working full-time or part-time in a community development role or in a role that collaborates with community on social change projects.

Participants may work across a range of social, environmental, health, recreation, arts and culture sectors; within or for government, not-for-profit or private organisations.

Successfully completing this skill set gives you the opportunity to further your studies by enrolling in the Certificate IV in Community Development or the Diploma of Community Development, you can discuss this with your lecturers.

Gain the skills and training to respond to the immediate needs of clients in crisis

This skill set will prepare you to respond to crises in any community services setting and is suitable for anyone working in the community through paid employment or volunteering. You will learn in a safe environment through scenario-based simulations that uses actors to replicate critical situations.

Successful completion of this course may open up opportunities to work directly with clients or help with career progression. It will give you two units towards a variety of Community Services qualifications.

Get ready for your next course or for work

Do you want to be ready for your next course or for work next year? Or maybe you need to improve your computing skills? If so this 18 week course will help you on your way.

The Computers for Work skill set will provide you with the basic skills so that you are job ready. You will gain the information and skills you need to explore your future options.

There are no pre-requisites needed for this course, anyone is welcome. You could also earn credits for ICT10115 Certificate I in Information, Digital Media and Technology.

Please note classes will only run with sufficient numbers.

Gain, upskill or consolidate skills in Concrete Design and Drafting 

The training provided in this skill set will help you upskill, or improve and consolidate CAD skills learned during your university course, or gain new skills needed for redeployment within your organisation.

Gain the certification to safely work in the building and construction industry

The Construction Induction White Card is a compulsory requirement for everyone wanting to work in the building and construction industry, including those who want to do work experience.

In this skill set you'll cover Occupational Health and Safety requirements. You'll learn to spot and identify potential hazards, safety regulations and how to select correct personal protective equipment (PPE), plus much more.

Upon successful completion of the unit of competency, CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, you will be issued with a White Card.

Learn how to maximise search engine optimisation (SEO)

In this one day short course you will learn about SEO and how to maximise it for your business. You will cover:

• Outlining best practices for social media posts, including image and copywriting techniques
• Using key social media platforms and technologies to create digital content
• Understanding of key on-page SEO techniques, including the use of Keyword Planner and blogging software
• Outline uses for Facebook advertising platform for targeting and budgeting
• Steps to create digital assets using Canva

You can build on the skills gained in this workshop and by also enrolling in Introduction to Social Media for Business, and Social Media Analytics. 

Our workshops are highly interactive and you will be encouraged to bring your brand to the workshop so you can develop and apply the skills as you learn.

Help reduce the risk of transmission of infection in the workplace

This skill set is designed to equip workers from all industries with the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk and transmission of infection while carrying out routine work activities.

This training is suited to a wide range of workplaces including small, medium and large organisations; business environments; and where workers use shared facilities and interact with clients.

This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe to help you gain the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk and transmission of infection while carrying out routine work activities.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Retail, finance, pharmacy, hospitality, business, tourism... what industry doesn't have customers?

Good customer service and communication skills are highly valued by employers in many different industries and areas of work, and this skill set will get you job ready with exactly the skills you need. This skill set includes following infection prevention and control policies and procedures, implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks in the workplace within a customer service context to ensure you're working safely.

You'll learn to communicate effectively and provide quality service to both internal and external customers, and how to deal effectively with people from a range of social and cultural groups with respect and sensitivity. You'll also gain negotiation, conflict management and problem solving skills.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

Learn to use Python for creating programs and automating processes

This course is for anyone who is newly unemployed or looking at exploring a career in cyber security; or IT employees in the networking field who want to upskill or start their journey in cyber security scripting language.

You'll gain skills in using a scripting language to construct software solutions and learn simple programming techniques used in cyber security.

If you would like to continue the Cyber Security pathway, successful completion of this skill set awards you with two units, which can be credited toward the Certificate IV in Cyber Security.

Gain an understanding of basic cyber security principles that you can apply at home or the office

This course is aimed at novices and will give you an introduction into cyber security awareness. You'll gain a quick understanding of the broad principles and terminology required to secure your IT assets at home or in a small business.

This course is also suitable for professional development to ensure employees have a basic understanding of cyber awareness, so they do not become victims to social engineering practices.

On completion of a short quiz, to ensure you understand the content, you will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Technical training to help you become a registered open cabler

This skill set will help you meet the training requirements to become a registered open cabler as required to work with Extra-Low Voltage by the Australian and Communication Media Authority (ACMA).

For more information on requirements to become a registered open cabler visit the ACMA website.

Support people with dementia

This skill set is most suited to those who are wanting to build on their knowledge and skills to support clients with dementia.  If you are working in the aged and/or community care environment this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and provide a mentoring/leadership role in dementia care and management in your organisation.

North Metro TAFE has strong industry relationships and a great team of current and engaging lecturers to support you through your learning journey.

Delivery is a mix of online and on campus practical laboratory and simulated assessment sessions. Online learning will be supported by collaboration sessions and you will be required to attend our Mt Lawley campus on three days.

Successful completion of this skill set will provide you with credit towards CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support.

Give yourself the best chance at being a success story

If you are involved in the Creative Industries including photography, fashion, music jewellery and visual arts, are self-employed or involved in a small business, you need to create a business plan to give yourself the best chance at being a success story.

This skill set covers the essentials required to create a successful, profitable business and is designed for creative thinking people. From big picture thinking through to your daily tasks, your resulting business plan will be relevant, effective and practical - designed by you to meet your specific needs.

Gain the skills to market and distribute your music to a wider audience

Whether you are a graduate of North Metropolitan TAFE's Diploma of Music Industry (Music Business), a music manager, a self managed artist or a hobby musician, this skill set will help you access a wider audience for your music. Knowledge and skills gained will contextualise the distribution aspect of the music industry with a broader market building framework.

This course is suited to students who have relevant skills and knowledge developed by completing CUA50815 Diploma of Music Industry (Music Business) and for those who have industry experience but need to develop their technical skills.

Gain the essentials of digital recording

Whether you're a seasoned musician or starting out as a singer/songwriter, this short course will enable you to learn how to craft and record your song using an interface and music software.

You'll cover how to:

• Plug an instrument or microphone into an audio interface and record sound and how specific software works
• Record a sound without noticeable distortion and the use of plug-ins, such as reverb, delay, eq, and compression.
• Create an arrangement using different tempos and time signatures.
• Arrange a song using standard formats, such as intro, verse, chorus.
• Insert and record virtual instruments.
• Creatively use effects for the purpose of completing a song.
• Bounce a song to disk and the appropriate file format.

An introduction to drawing

This course is an introduction to basic approaches and materials used in drawing. It is intended to give beginners a foundation to work from, as well as a refresher course for those who already have some skills and experience. The aim is help you develop your drawing skills, hand-eye co-ordination and exploration of your own creativity. You'll be introduced to exercises in still-life (objects), linear perspective, portraits, expression and life-drawing (nude or draped model). The range of materials includes pencils, graphite, charcoal, ink and papers.

You will be supplied with basic materials for drawing (paper, charcoal, ink, pencils, and erasers) during the class. You are welcome to bring along any further drawing materials that you already have and would like to explore in the class.

Dress requirements

• You must wear enclosed shoes e.g. sneakers or leather type shoes

Learn to edit footage using DaVinci Resolve software

DaVinci Resolve software lets you refine footage post production and combines editing, colour correction, visual effects, motion graphics and audio. It has been the industry leader in colour grading for decades - now its editing features are attracting a new and fast-growing user base.

This one day workshop will cover the Resolve Cut page, which offers a reimagined interface for quick and easy one stop editing; and the Edit page which offers a powerful set of more traditional editing features. Training will be done on the free version of Resolve. There will be the chance to see and use Resolve speed panels too.

If you've always liked tinkering, inventing and building gadgets this course will help you get creating.

It is aimed at designing and building DIY electronic projects. You'll gain an understanding of electronic components and circuit theory together with microprocessor programming (via the popular Arduino microcontroller).

You'll cover the basics of building these circuits, helping you on your way to success in the DIY electronics world.

This course consists of six scheduled workshop classes on Wednesday evenings between 6:00pm and 8:30pm.

North Metropolitan TAFE is running specialist skill sets for migrant professionals who wish to improve their English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
If English is not your first language, and you are a migrant professional looking to improve your skills or develop greater confidence in workplace English, our skill sets will help you achieve your goal.

This skill set will focus on developing your English language analysis skills to be able to review and refine written and spoken material in a further study context. It will involve a review of grammar from phoneme to sentence level in both writing and speaking.

Please note classes will only run with sufficient numbers.

Gain contemporary skills in specialist areas of nursing

This skill set covers two critical nursing areas and on competition will help to to progress your career. You'll gain skills in best practice in administering and monitoring medicines and intravenous therapy, including all aspects of medication administration and a variety of methods. You'll also gain skills to implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

Successful completion of HLTENN040 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy, meets the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Australia education requirements for Enrolled Nurse medication and IV competency.

Advance your nursing career to the next level

This specialist skill set will allow practising Enrolled Nurses to build on their skills whilst remaining in the workplace.

You'll learn advanced clinical assessment skills and the ability to report on current trends and practice in nursing. Combined with learning to improve the quality and advancement of nursing practice, this skill set will make you an asset to any nursing team.

Gain the skills to specialise in aged care nursing

This exceptional skill set provides specialised training in aged care nursing, including supporting people living with dementia or people with disability. This course will improve your career progression as qualified nurses with aged care skills are currently in huge demand and highly sought after.

You'll gain the skills to apply your nursing practice in a contemporary setting.

Specialise in mental health nursing and advance your career

You will learn to apply nursing practice in the contemporary mental health care setting with this skill set.

You'll gain a suite of skills to deal with issues experienced by individuals and their families going through a crisis, either mentally and/or alcohol and drug related. You will also learn to assist with the recovery process for the individual and the family.

Gain more skills to further your career as an Enrolled Nurse with this specialist skill set

If you are an Enrolled Nurse who is currently working in a health care environment, you can gain the skills required to administer medicines and intravenous therapy by completing the nationally accredited unit, HLTENN040 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy.

You will cover all aspects of medication administration including a variety of methods; oral, otic, ocular, topical, rectal, vaginal, enteral, subcutaneous (subcut), intramuscular (IM), intravenous (IV) injection and infusion via a PIVC and blood and blood products, amongst others.

The unit consists of online theory delivered in conjunction with your workplace experience and you can study in your own time.

Any registered enrolled nurse who is currently practising may enrol in this skill set - there are no prerequisites. You will be taught by skilled lectures who are available to support you through your online learning.

Specialise in the maternity and infant care areas of nursing and advance your career

This course will give you the skills to care for the mother and infant and apply nursing practice in a variety of settings.

Completion of the skill set will assist you to practice nursing in a maternity ward and further your career progression in the industry.

The CHCSS00114 Entry Into Care Roles skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to provide entry level support and basic client care for a range of roles and purposes within the aged care and disability support sectors.

The skill set is comprised of the following units.

• HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
• CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
• HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

These units can then be used as credit towards a number of Certificate III courses and is an ideal starting point for anyone considering gaining a qualification in Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability or as a Health Service Assistant.

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Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Build on your basic understanding of Microsoft Excel

This one day short course will further develop your existing skills and knowledge to enable you to create more effective and productive workbooks. You will learn to maximise the use and efficiency of Microsoft Excel.

In this course you'll cover:

• Formulas and function techniques
• More complex formatting
• Using complex charting features
• Working more effectively with efficient worksheets and workbooks

This workshop includes a copy of the workbook Design and Produce Complex Spreadsheets with the application of MS Excel Office 365.

Want to help people have lashes worth fluttering?

Help your clients achieve added length and thickness of their natural lashes after completing this accredited skill set.

You'll learn the skills you need to consult with clients, select suitable product and equipment to apply, in-fill and remove damaged eyelash extensions with this specialised skill set. Help your clients achieve thicker, lush lashes.

Get ahead in your fashion career with this extension skill set

If you are a graduate of North Metropolitan TAFE's Fashion and Textile Design course and  would like to establish yourself in the fashion industry, this fashion masterclass will help you on your way.
It is designed to extend and enhance current skills and knowledge; particularly in the areas of ready to wear garment and textile design, as well as broaden effective collaboration and communication skills. You'll gain skills to evaluate your own professional development in a specialised context.

You'll have access to current industry standard equipment for your work and will have opportunities for collaboration with others in order to achieve your goals.
Come along to be supported by lecturer knowledge as well as gain an industry appropriate skill mix to help secure employment.

Bridge the gap between education and the fashion industry

This course is designed to bridge the gap between education and industry, providing support and mentoring to Fashion graduates.

You will have the opportunity to undertake a specialised, self directed creative project with the guidance of an experienced fashion and textile design lecturer.

You'll have access to the world class facilities, including screen printing, access to digital fabric printing, brand new machine knitting equipment and industrial machinery for garment construction.

This skill set is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

An introduction to a career in engineering drafting

In this skill set you'll learn about computer aided design (CAD), technical drawings, free hand sketches, and engineering measurements. There will be guest lecturers and you will undertake a practical work placement where you will learn on the job and be able to put the skills and knowledge you have learned into practice.

After successfully completing First Steps in Engineering Drafting you can continue your studies, as the units will provide credit towards MEM30505 Certificate III in Engineering - Technical.

Selected students will be given the opportunity of paid work experience at renowned Civil and Structural Design Engineering firm, BG&E’S Perth office where they will be able to put new skills and knowledge into practice. See BG&E flyer (1 MB) (PDF document).

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This skill set will be FREE for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are successful in gaining a place.

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If you have always wanted to produce a sculpture, ornament or some other metal cast creation, North Metropolitan TAFE's Foundry basic short course will give you the skills to do just that.

The course will cover:

• Safe use of sand moulding and chemicals and equipment
• Basic metallurgy of cast metals
• Pattern tooling for sand moulds
• Sand moulding and casting essentials

French – La Langue Française

This course is your first step in understanding how the French language works and will give you a fun filled insight into French culture.

You will learn basic communication skills in a variety of situations from introducing yourself to ordering a meal. There will also be ample opportunity to practise with fellow students and through interaction with your lecturer.

Whether you want to learn French to make your business or holiday trip more fulfilling,  improve your job prospects or simply for the joy of learning about a new language and culture, we wish you enjoyment and “Bonne chance”!

Continue your journey into the French language

This course will give you a deeper understanding of how the French language works and offers a fun filled immersion in French culture. 

You will consolidate your basic knowledge and enhance your communication skills in a variety of situations while being given ample opportunity to practise with fellow students and through interaction with your lecturer.

Breathe new life into tired treasures

This course is for anyone who wants to fix up or rejuvenate old or second hand furniture. You'll learn how to effectively and safely use lacquers, putty and shellac to carry out antique restoration of old and used furniture.

You can bring in your own timber furniture project to work on. If you dont have a project we can supply an item for you to work on but we will retain it after completion of this short course.

If you are looking to add a Gas Authorisation Category 2 qualification to your existing trade or engineering qualifications, complete North Metropolitan TAFE's 10 day course and you'll be able to service and maintain Type B gas appliances. This course will give you the skills you need to gain Gas Authorisation (Category 2) from Energy Safety WA.

If you have already successfully completed the appropriate two day supervised gas fitter course within two years of enrolling in this course then you will only need to complete an additional eight days of training.

You'll cover details such as:

• legislation
• OH&S
• gas and system components
• tools and equipment
• electrical and gas safety and isolation procedures
• plans and diagrams
• testing and servicing equipment

Get qualified to carry out gas fitting under supervision

Successful completion of this two day course will mean you can carry out gas fitting work under the supervision of a Supervising Gasfitter.

North Metropolitan TAFE’s Gasfitter Supervised course meets the ‘Training Plan’ requirements set by EnergySafety WA that all supervised gasfitters should complete before they begin gasfitting work.  This course is a pre-requisite to the eight day training program for Gas Authorisation Category 2, from EnergySafety WA.

Course content includes:

• Legal restrictions and compliances for installation
• Gas safety
• Combustion fundamentals
• Pressure testing and purging
• 1.4 Legislation
• 2.1 Safety OHS
• 3.2 Ventilation Systems
• 4.2 GAS -Purging and Pressure Testing Systems

Guten Tag… Willkommen am North Metropolitan TAFE

This course is your first step in understanding how the German language works and will give you a fun filled insight into German culture.

You will learn basic communication skills in a variety of situations from introducing yourself to ordering a meal. There will also be ample opportunity to practise with fellow students and through interaction with your lecturer.

Provide high level care and support in an disability care setting

This skill set is suited for those working with clients with high support and complex care needs.  You'll gain a range of strategies and skills to support and care for clients. 
You'll also be equipped with additional skills to help you assess and identify the care needs of residents.  Understanding the importance of risk factors and potential impact on a resident is a key component to the skill set, along with strategies to minimize and monitor interventions.

Our hospitality industry is getting back into busy mode and the jobs are out there

If you're keen to work in a restaurant, hotel, resort, club, bar or cafe environment, the Hospitality Service skill set is for you.

You'll learn about responsible service of alcohol (RSA), gain some barista skills to use commercial machines and make a perfect espresso. You'll quickly learn how to communicate effectively and provide quality service to customers including how to establish rapport and determine and address customer needs, as well as respond to and manage complaints. You'll also learn how to process cash and other payments using business technology and reconcile takings at the end of the service period or day. This course also includes infection control and prevention procedures and food safety to ensure you're working safely.

Please note this skill set is delivered across two of North Metropolitan TAFE's campuses, Joondalup and Perth. This is to give you access to work experience in our Pavilion Restaurant, cafe and use commercial coffee machines.

The first two weeks are held at Perth campus and the remainder of the course will be delivered at Joondalup (Kendrew) campus.

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Bring together text and graphics with InDesign - the industry-standard publishing software

Learn the skills you need to develop and design creative promotional material such as flyers, posters and brochures with this introductory InDesign course.

You'll cover the basics such as:

• Creating documents
• Presets
• Styles
• Swatches
• Packaging
• Printing

You'll also go over master pages, templates, document management, workflow, tables, interfacing with spreadsheets, forms and interactive buttons amongst other InDesign essentials.

You will need to bring along a thumb drive (2GB will be fine) for this course.

Gain the skills to configure and use a basic robotic system

You'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to configure and program a basic robotic system, including typical tasks for robotics system operation like pick and place, motion range and object recognition. You'll also explore the applications and operation of the Internet of Things (IoT) including Bluetooth, Wireless and saving and retrieving data from a cloud based website.

Your knowledge of code development will cover testing code and producing code to control DC motors, Servo motors and Stepper motors for robotics systems using the Arduino platform. Use and test the Universal Robots UR5e robot arm, a smaller version of the widely used industry standard UR16e.

You'll be guided through building and programming a small 6 axis robot arm using Python language.

Protect yourself and others in the hospitality sector from infectious diseases

The pandemic has highlighted the importance of building the capacity and understanding of the workforce to practice safe infection control procedures. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to assist in protecting yourself and others in the community from infectious diseases. 

You will understand how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection.  It is most suited for those that are working in the hospitality sector.

This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe. You will receive a short inducton and ongoing support from your lecturer. Once you have completed the online study component you will be required to book into a four hour practical lab session at our Mount Lawley campus where you will practice skills and undertake a workplace assessment.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Protect yourself and others in the retail sector from infectious diseases

The pandemic has highlighted the importance of building the capacity and understanding of the workforce to practice safe infection control procedures. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to assist in protecting yourself and others in the community from infectious diseases. 

You will understand how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection.  It is most suited for those that are working in the retail sector.

This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe. You will receive a short induction and ongoing support from your lecturer. Once you have completed the online study component you will be required to book into a four hour practical lab session at our Mount Lawley campus where you will practice skills and undertake a workplace assessment.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Protect yourself and others in the transport and logistics sector from infectious diseases

The pandemic has highlighted the importance of building the capacity and understanding of the workforce to practice safe infection control procedures. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to assist in protecting yourself and others in the community from infectious diseases. 

You will understand how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection.  It is most suited for those that are working in the transport and logistics sector.

This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe. You will receive a short induction and ongoing support from your lecturer. Once you have completed the online study component you will be required to book into a four hour practical lab session at our Mount Lawley campus where you will practice skills and undertake a workplace assessment.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Build your future with skills in infrastructure

Gain the skills to prepare for a career in infrastructure projects, and pick up your White Card along the way!

You will learn the knowledge and skills to work safely in the civil construction industry, communicate effectively on work sites and plan work in relation to infrastructure activities.

This introduction is suitable for students who wish to enter the industry with no or limited experience.

Register your interest

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Be eligible for a Class I Permit or high level Authorisation from Energy Safety WA

If you have:

• a current authorisation, or
• completed the Supervised Gasfitter and Authorisation Courses within the last 2 years, or
• a trade or engineering qualification, or
• an Electrical Workers License or Restricted Electrical License to disconnect and reconnect electrical appliances/apparatus

then you can enrol in this course to enhance your existing skills.

Our class I Permit gas course is the third course required to complete the requirements of the national Unit of Competency CPCPGS4023 Install, commission and service Type B gas appliances. You will cover design specifications for Type B gas appliances; technical submission, approval and planning a Type B gas installation; installation requirements for Type B appliances to meet the regulator and Australian standard requirements; and the commissioning procedure and commissioning of a PLC controlled burner.

Successful completion of the unit, CPCPGS4023 Install, commission and service Type B appliances, will equip you to service, maintain, rectify faults, recommission, install and commission Type B gas appliances.

This skill set is free for everyone*

The Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set will give you the skills to assist and support clients who are experiencing mental health concerns, and respond to the increasing need for mental health awareness.
This training is ideal for people currently working with — or experienced in — a person-centred care model within the community services, healthcare or people services sectors who would like to integrate mental health support skills and knowledge into their work practice; or considering a move into a mental health specialisation role.

You'll gain skills in providing support services to people with mental health issues, including those at risk of suicide or with alcohol and other drug issues; recognising and responding to crisis situations; managing personal stress in the workplace; and working with diverse people.

*Please note, it is highly recommended that you should be working in or have experience in the field.

Interpreting is a skill that can be used to help people across many community and service industries

Are you, or will you be, in an interpreting or language-related role in the workplace or community? If so then this course will help you meet two of the training prerequisite requirements of the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) Certified Provisional Interpreter Test. You will be given guidance in interpreting techniques.

We are currently offering the skill set in:

• Language Other Than English (LOTE) - English
• Auslan - English

Please note, you must meet English proficiency requirements to enrol, refer to the requirements below for further information.

Units:

• PSPTIS001 Apply codes and standards to ethical practice
• PSPTIS002 Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments
• PSPTIS003 Prepare to translate and interpret
• PSPTIS042 Manage discourses in general settings

Learn the skills to get on with your tiling projects around the home

In this course you'll learn about ceramic tiles, hand tools and how to cut tiles. You'll also learn about different types of adhesive and how to lay tiles straight and level - and more.

Dress requirements

You are required to bring protective eye glasses, gloves and safety shoes as classes are held in a workshop.

Please note classes will only run with sufficient numbers.

Our Future Chef Job Ready Program will help you turn a passion for food into an exciting career in hospitality.

This Free for eligible students*, four week Future Chef Job Ready Program is designed to get you into the creative food and restaurant industry.
You'll gain a combination of intensive training and work experience in a real commercial kitchen which may give you a head start into gaining an apprenticeship or other employment opportunities in the hospitality sector.

The four week program includes a total of five days work placement where you will gain real, hands on industry experience in addition to in class training.

After completing this Job Ready Program you could:

• be offered an apprenticeship
• find employment opportunities in other areas of the hospitality sector
• embark on further training to enhance your employment prospects.

Gain a glimpse into the world of cyber risks and threats and an understanding of how to protect yourself and those around you.

If you have always wanted a broad, entry level understanding of cyber awareness, this skill set is aimed at providing you with knowledge about cyber risks and threats in the world we live in. You'll gain skills to help you protect yourself and others around you.

Armed with an understanding of Privacy Laws in relation to Cyber Security, you'll be able to manage your own personal profile and identifiable information more effectively.

You'll gain an awareness of the potentially catastrophic impact of cyber security breaches through reviewing scenarios that play out all too frequently.

Within organisations, security threats must be identified and reported to limit exposure and impact. You'll learn how this is achieved via case studies and standard industry practices.

This skill set will benefit all non-technical employees and managers equipping them to support the business by protecting themselves, equipment, assets and the organisation as a whole. You could also use the skills you gain to begin on a pathway to employment in cyber security. A technical background in IT is not essential.

Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

Ageing and Disability Job Ready Program

A career in the ageing or disability sector can be very rewarding. You can get started in one of the fastest growing workforces in Western Australia and make a positive difference to the lives of others.

This is an exciting opportunity to start a career that makes a difference and supports a person to reach their goals, engage with the community and meet their support needs.

As part of this course you will attend a work placement with an employer where you will gain real, hands on industry experience and secure a ‘foot in the door’.

By completing the Ageing and Disability Job Ready Program, you may:

• Be offered a job with your work placement employer
• Be offered an aged care or disability work traineeship
• Use your skills to transition into an allied health occupation
• Gain employer references
• Be connected with other employment opportunities within these sectors or
• Complete further studies

For more information visit jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/pathways or call 08 6551 5049 or email SWAD@dtwd.wa.gov.au

Register your interest

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Gain the skills and confidence to take your photography to new heights

Have you just bought a Drone, starting out or interested in capturing a unique Birdseye view of the world? Then join the photography team at North Metropolitan TAFE's leading photography training facility.

You will be introduced to the fundamentals of all things drones, photography and video using some of the latest technology and facilities. Practice flying and building your confidence in one of Perth's only indoor training facilities before venturing to more scenic locations.

Drones are supplied or you can bring your own drone to fine tune and practice on.

The course is delivered over six weeks and includes the following topics:

• Drone laws and Safety
• Creative and compositional skills
• Photography fundamentals
• Cinematic and video flying techniques
• Image post-production
• Video post-production

Learn how to get your business seen on the socials

In this one day short course you will learn the basics of social media marketing. You will cover:

• Introduction to Social Media for Business
• Outlining digital marketing channels and the importance of social media
• Analysing paid versus organic social media approaches
• Outlining social media trends
• Influencer marketing

Our workshops are highly interactive and you will be encouraged to bring your brand to the workshop so you can develop and apply the skills as you learn.

You can build on the skills gained in this workshop and by also enrolling in Creating Impactful Digital Content and Maximising SEO, and Social Media Analytics. 

A versatile software package with a wide range of uses

SOLIDWORKS is a versatile software package that has a wide range of uses in the workplace and also in many hobbies.
It can be used in small and large applications and across many fields and industries, such as engineering, industrial design, sculpture and architecture.

This short introduction course held at North Metropolitan TAFE's Midland Campus takes you through:

• touring the interface
• the 3D workspace
• basic sketching tools
• relationships and sketching tools
• sketch-editing tools
• reference geometry
• building 3D geometry
• removing material
• refining geometry

Learn Japanese

Japanese Beginners Stage 1 course is an introduction to the language, its sound and writing system and you will learn some general information on the countries in which it is spoken. There are no prerequisites and wherever possible, the course is tailored to meet the needs and interests of the group.

With sister cities established in both countries, the demand for Japanese language skills in business and hospitality and tourism industries is increasing. In addition, banking, finance and security companies are rapidly increasing their requirements for Japanese and English speaking staff due to the restructuring of the economic system in Japan. Whether you want to learn Japanese to enhance your effectiveness at work, to make your holiday trip more fulfilling or simply for the joy of learning about a new language and culture, we welcome you to our classes and wish you enjoyment and success.

Continue on your Japanese journey

This courses will build on the language skills learnt in Japanese Beginners Stage 1.  With more sister cities established in both countries, the demand for Japanese language skills in business and hospitality and tourism industries is increasing. In addition, banking, finance and security companies are rapidly increasing their requirements for Japanese and English speaking staff due to the restructuring of the economic system in Japan.

Whether you want to learn Japanese to enhance your effectiveness at work, to make your holiday trip more fulfilling or simply for the joy of learning about a new language and culture, we welcome you to our classes and wish you enjoyment and success.

Wherever possible, the course is tailored to meet the needs and interests of the group.

Continue on your Japanese pathway

This course is a direct continuation of Beginners Stage 2. Words and phrases learned are revised and extended to new situations, and more cultural information on the countries added. Wherever possible, the course is tailored to meet the needs and interests of the group.

With more sister cities established in both countries, the demand for Japanese language skills in business, hospitality and tourism industries is increasing. In addition, banking, finance and security companies are rapidly increasing their requirements for Japanese and English speaking staff due to the restructuring of the economic system in Japan.

Whether you want to learn Japanese to enhance your effectiveness at work, to make your holiday trip more fulfilling or simply for the joy of learning about a new language and culture, we welcome you to our classes and wish you enjoyment and success.

Make your own silver jewellery

If you've always wanted to make silver jewellery then this is the course for you. This course will give you the skills to make simple silver and metal jewellery using a range of techniques and allow you to begin to develop your own ideas about design and style. The wonderful bonus is you get to take home two or more sterling silver pieces and the cost includes all your materials.

There are no skill or experience requirements for this beginners course and it runs over six sessions.

During this course you will learn how to:

• Create a hammered leaf pendant
• Create a domed bangle
• Learn to solder and create a simple ring
• Make an anticlastic ring
• Create a piece of silver jewellery from a selection of styles e.g. ring, cuff, earrings

Dress requirements
You must:

• Wear enclosed shoes e.g. sneakers or leather type shoes
• Wear clothing that covers legs e.g. jeans
• Tie back long hair
• Apron or smock

Develop your own projects in our facilities

Jewellery 2 is great for participants who have completed Jewellery 1, or experienced practitioners of silver and metal jewellery making. 

Depending on your skills you will have the choice to participate in structured classes or work on your own projects under the supervision of an experienced jewellery tutor.

Dress Requirements

• Participants must wear enclosed shoes e.g. sneakers or leather type shoes
• Long hair must be tied back and any long accessories must be removed when working on the machines

You will need to bring your own metals and materials.

The Job Ready Basics skill set is perfect if you feel that you need a little extra support and a confidence boost to get into a job.

It focuses on health, wellbeing and personal development. Follow this up with a visit to your local Jobs and Skills Centre, where you can get free advice and support to with your CV and writing job applications, and you'll be job ready!

This skill set provides a pathway to further study in the following Lower fees, local skills half-price course fees qualifications.

• Certificate III in Hospitality

An introduction to the Korean language, its sound and writing system

Learning the language of Perth's sister city, Seocho city, and one of Australia’s most important trading partners, South Korea, may improve your job prospects with Korean multinational companies such as Hyundai, Samsung Electronics, POSCO, Kia Motors and LG Electronics. It can also expand your enjoyment of Korean popular culture such as K-pop or the many Korean dramas and movies available on Netflix.

The Korean language belongs to the Altaic language family like Mongolian and Japanese. In this course you will learn the Korean alphabet, Hangeul, and the syllable each character represents. You will also learn some general information on the countries in which it is spoken.

This course is designed for technicians and installers who need the skills to align industrial equipment

If you have to align shafts, couplings, gear boxes and pumps and use laser alignment equipment, this one day course will explain shaft and coupling techniques and give you hands on use of laser alignment instruments including soft foot and blue tooth connection.

This is a unique opportunity to enter an analogue typographic world to create unique printed designs on our incredible antique machinery, using a blend of 100+ year old moveable wood and lead type and experiment with your own customised modern laser cut blocks. 

The workshop is designed for the first-time printer, emerging or veteran graphic designers or hobbyist who may have a keen interest in the world of letterpress, 'misprinted' type, handset experiments. In the workshop you will have the choice to 'lock-up' your type and print using NM TAFE's coveted Columbia Press, baby Albion, A3 Poco Presses, SRA3 Farley benchtop and our two Adana small job hand crank printing presses.  

Our facilitator, Phil Gambill (Fresh Lemon Print and past Letterpress Artist in Residence) will work closely with you in small groups to develop a series of beautiful, printed goods, including posters, stationery or printmaking experiments one night a week, for five weeks. 

Numbers are strictly limited, and the price includes all materials, including: paper, ink and use of TROTEC laser cutter to customise your very own type-high wood blocks. You will also undergo a full OHS induction prior to using the space.

Gain the skills required to work in WA libraries

This course has been developed in consultation with WA libraries and covers the skills and knowledge required to record and prioritise client support activities, determine required resources, and solve client information and communications technology (ICT) problems.  You will also learn to use a range of multimedia equipment and library programs.
This course is delivered fully online.

You'll gain these skills:

• Support customers via successful communication techniques for handling diverse enquires
• Understand various operating systems and interfaces
• Essential software and hardware troubleshooting
• Issue logging, organising maintenance, sustainability, security, privacy and related OH&S issues
• Use multimedia programs and digital media collections, such as Microsoft Office, Blogs, Kanopy, OverDrive, BorrowBox, Story Box Library, Busy Things, ClickView, and government online services (ie myGov)
• Maintain multimedia, and correct minor operational faults, and reviewing the use of multimedia in libraries

To enrol in this course you will need to have:

• Sound English language skills
• Ability to use computers efficiently and autonomously

A comprehensive foundation

This course will introduce you to the essentials of working in a library. You'll gain skills in communication and customer service, searching databases, as well as basic IT troubleshooting and staging public activities and events.
This course is delivered fully online.

You'll gain these skills:

• Communication and customer service - identify needs and priorities of customers, communicate with the customer and respond to customer feedback and complaints.
• Database and search engine searching - review a range of databases, and develop the skills necessary to formulate effective search strategies.
• Basic IT troubleshooting - covers client information and communications technology problems.
• Team work and workplace training - working with others, and learn workplace training techniques.
• Staging public activities and events - develop a program of events, and produce a project plan and run sheet.
• Library information literacy - includes independent learning and keeping up to date within the library industry

To enrol in this course you will need to have:

• Sound English language skills
• Ability to use computers efficiently and autonomously

Improve your English skills for employment

This skill set is designed to improve your English language skills to effectively participate in a range of straightforward interactions at work. You will develop your speaking and listening skills so you can take part in formal and casual conversations that may involve some specialised or technical language.

Completion of this skill set and the Reading and Writing for Employment Skill Set will provide you with two units in the Certificate III in EAL (Employment).

Learn professional techniques on steel

Come along to our metal inert gas (MIG) welding course and learn how to use the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process to manufacture and assemble your projects at home.

Begin by gaining the skills to recognise hazards and use welding equipment safely and learn about welding terminology and defects. You will receive demonstrations and guidance on correct technique and the opportunity to develop your GMAW skills over the duration of the course.

Dress requirements

You will be required to wear personal protective clothing/equipment at all times which includes steel capped safety boots, clear safety glasses, long drill cotton pants and cotton drill long sleeve shirt. You will also be required to supply your own long welding gloves, CLEAR face shield (for grinding) and Welding Helmet (can be Dual Shield).

Discover the features and versatility of a knitting machine

You'll gain the skills needed to respond to the demand for diverse and bespoke textile applications in the local fashion industry and community of makers.
Machine knitting is a skill that is widely used in the international fashion industry. You'll be introduced to the functionality and features of knitting machines, learning how to set them up, and how to cast on and off. By the time you finish this course you'll have completed a range of knitted samples using techniques such as Fairisle, tuck and slip stitch, lace holes, ladders, colour changing and fringing.

This course is open to current Fashion and Textile Design students, fashion school graduates, textile designers and local community members.

Learn to deal with difficult customers

If you work in a customer service environment in any industry, this skill set will set you up with additional skills to manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customer behaviour. It particularly applies to retail industry work environments.

Gain these skills

• Strategies for dealing with disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customers
• Techniques for:
  • responding to workplace stressors
  • building resilience
  • monitoring personal health and well-being
• Identifying workplace stressors
• Communication strategies and techniques such as negotiation
• Techniques to respond to physical, mental or emotional impacts of an incident

Practical skills in basic machining

Gain practical skills in basic machining on lathes, milling machines and ancillary machines such as pedestal drills and grinders by doing North Metropolitan TAFE's Metal machining for beginners course.

You can bring in your own project to complete at our Midland campus workshop, discuss the suitability of your particular project with your lecturer.

Dress requirements

You will be required to wear personal protective clothing at all times which include steel capped safety boots, clear safety glasses, long pants and cotton drill shirt.

If you're currently operating or thinking about starting up a small business, or would like to get job ready for an administrative support position in a small business operation, this is the skill set for you! 

The Operate a Small Business Skill Set offers a fantastic range of skills and knowledge to get you job ready. You'll learn how to design and produce business documents and publications, digitally design and develop text-based documents,  develop spreadsheets through the use of both cloud-based and non-cloud based applications, identify financial requirements of a business including profit targets, cash flow projections and strategies to garner financial support, and understand workplace health and safety (WHS) legislation and its application to safe work practices. It even covers how to create and build a social networking presence using social media tools and applications. 

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Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

Instrumentation Technicians work in many sectors including oil and gas, mining, minerals processing and associated industries.

This PID (proportional integral derivative) skill set will equip you with the skills needed for the set up, adjustment and tuning of control loops. While it is highly recommended that you have completed UEE40420 Certifcate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation prior to doing this skill set, it is possible to enrol in both concurrently and North Metrolpolitan TAFE will help you manage the order of completion of subjects so that you can achieve the pre-requisite units before commencing this PID program. 

For further information, please contact instrumentation@nmtafe.wa.edu.au

Explore the way paint can achieve different effects

This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of painting. You will learn the correct procedure for colour mixing and paint application. Each participant will be taken through a series of exercises to help them acquire the skills for painting. The course will conclude with the production of a still life painting.

Dress requirements

• Participants must wear enclosed shoes e.g. sneakers or leather type shoes

You will need to bring

• Apron or oversized shirt
• Own brushes (optional)

Would you like to be an important part of a team assisting clients to return to better health?

The Pathology Collection Skill Set, which you will complete under the supervision of a trained phlebotomist, will give you the skills to obtain blood samples from a patient for laboratory testing and get you job ready for working in hospital wards or outpatient clinics, GP clinics and specialist rooms, home collection services and other public and private healthcare settings.

You’ll gain the skills and knowledge to perform a pathology collection role, comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures, and be able to identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection. You’ll also learn important communication skills for working in health care or

Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

Gain the skills needed to advance your career in Manual Metal Arc Welding

If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Metal Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMAW).

The skill set is comprised of MEM05045B Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process and you'll build your skills and knowledge to work towards the eligibility for Australian Standard 1796 (AS1796) Certificate 4.

Gain the skills needed to advance your career in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Metal Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).

The skill set is comprised of MEM05044B Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process and you'll build your skills and knowledge to give you the skills and competence to succeed at Australian Standard 1796 (AS1796) Certificate 7.

Meet the requirements for pest industry licensing

This Skill Set has been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to treat mainly weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.

For further information regarding the technician licence and requirements visit the Department of Health website(opens in a new tab) .

Meet the requirements for pest industry licensing

This Skill Set has been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to treat mainly weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.

For further information regarding the technician licence and requirements visit the Department of Health website(opens in a new tab) .

Photography - the traditional way

The course is aimed at photographers who want to move away from the clinical environment of the digital lab and rediscover the magic of traditional wet darkroom photography processes. The course provides black and white film developing and print making techniques. It includes a large component of self-directed darkroom time where you may use the facilities under the guidance of the lecturer to refine your black and white printing skills. You may print your own negatives or those existing in your family archives.

Get the most out of your digital camera

Learn the fundamentals of using a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) on your mirrorless camera with this short course that demonstrates the advantages of using a DSLR in manual mode thus harnessing the creative potential of the camera.

The course is a blend of:

• Helpful theory in easy to understand formats.
• Clear demonstrations of how to put the theory into practice.
• Practical activities, including a shoot on location.
• Ample opportunities for questions and further clarification.
• Lecturers who are keen to assist you with taking your photography to the next level.

You will need to bring

• Your DSLR camera or mirrorless camera with manual shutter speed, aperture and ISO controls
• Pen & notepad

Become the real deal with just seven weeks of full-time study to earn your Plumbing Contractor’s Licence

On successful completion of this skill set, you will be able to apply to the Plumbing Licensing Board(opens in a new tab) (PLB), for your Plumbing Contractor’s Licence.

You will also gain the skills to be able to supervise works carried out by tradespersons and/or apprentices; build your own business; estimate job costs on water, sanitary and drainage systems, and much more.

You’ll need to successfully complete all of the units listed below to apply for the full Plumbing Contractor’s Licence. If however, you wish to specialise in only Drainage or Backflow and Water Supply, you will need to complete the core units and the units listed in your chosen specialisation.

Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.