Cairns

Manufacturing Courses

Popular manufacturing courses in Cairns

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Doctor of Engineering
Online
36 months
$38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Planning Engineer Civil Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer
Automation Engineer Plant Engineer Mechanical Engineer Project Manager Chief Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Research Engineer
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Planning Engineer Civil Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Automation Engineer Plant Engineer Mechanical Engineer Project Manager Chief Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Research Engineer + 7 more
52857WA

Advanced Diploma of Plant Engineering
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Technician Plant Engineer Plant Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Technician Plant Engineer Plant Operator
UEE50220

Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$8,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
52883WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Electrical Systems)
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Electrical Engineer CAD Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Electrical Engineer CAD Operator
52894WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Renewable Energy)
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Electrical Engineer Plant Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Electrical Engineer Plant Operator
52888WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Power Industry)
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Electrical Engineer CAD Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Electrical Engineer CAD Operator
MSS40322

Certificate IV in Competitive Systems and Practices
Apprenticeship, Online, Traineeship
12 - 18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Inventory Controller Warehouse Manager Logistics Manager
Production Manager Operations Officer Quality Controller
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Inventory Controller Warehouse Manager Logistics Manager Production Manager Operations Officer Quality Controller + 3 more
PMB40121

Certificate IV in Polymer Technology
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Polymer Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Polymer Technician
MSS30322

Certificate III in Competitive Systems and Practices
Traineeship
12 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Process Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Process Worker
MSM31022

Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Service and Repair
Traineeship
0 - 36 months
$0 - $12,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Caravan Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Caravan Mechanic
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering
Blended, Online, Traineeship
6 weeks - 24 months
$0 - $22,390
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter
Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor Workshop Supervisor
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor Workshop Supervisor + 7 more
MEM31419

Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
Blended, Traineeship
0 - 48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Fitter Plant Operator Engineering Tradesperson
Plant Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Fitter Plant Operator Engineering Tradesperson Plant Technician + 1 more
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $12,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
TIG Welder Metal Worker Boilermaker
Welder Blacksmith Fabricator Brake Press Operator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
TIG Welder Metal Worker Boilermaker Welder Blacksmith Fabricator Brake Press Operator + 4 more
MEM30219

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
Blended, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $2,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workshop Supervisor Maintenance Fitter Boilermaker
Welder TIG Welder Metal Worker Machinist Blacksmith Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Paper Mill Worker
+ 8 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workshop Supervisor Maintenance Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Metal Worker Machinist Blacksmith Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Paper Mill Worker + 8 more
FBP40421

Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Supervisor Food Safety Officer Food Tester
Food Production Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Supervisor Food Safety Officer Food Tester Food Production Manager + 1 more
AUR32518

Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology
Traineeship
12 months - 6 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Automotive Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Automotive Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter
AUR32120

Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Blended, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $19,333
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Panel Beater Car Detailer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Panel Beater Car Detailer
AUR31520

Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 22 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
AUR31420

Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Fuel Technology
Traineeship
36 - 48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
AUR31120

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $22,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic Truck Mechanic
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Heavy Diesel Mechanic
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic Truck Mechanic Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Heavy Diesel Mechanic + 2 more
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Study areas

Automotive

Explore qualifications for mechanics, technicians, and sales professionals. From tinkering at home to becoming a skilled mechanic, find your path here...

Career opportunities Apprentice Caravan Mechanic Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician Diesel Mechanic Service Advisor Production Technician Automotive Service Technician Truck Mechanic Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Heavy Diesel Mechanic Light Vehicle Mechanic Car Detailer Vehicle Body Builder Mechanical Technician View all

Manufacturing Plant

Master the manufacturing industry with our comprehensive courses. From junior roles to leadership positions, gain practical skills applicable across v...

Career opportunities Plant Technician Plant Operator Plant Supervisor Plant Manager Factory Worker Process Worker Production Worker Operations Officer Technical Officer Polymer Technician Brake Press Operator Process Technician Mobile Plant Mechanic Plant Engineer Plant Mechanic Wastewater Plant Operator Wastewater Plant Operator Assistant Water Plant Operator Water Plant Operator Assistant View all

Meat Processing

Get the skills you need to work at abattoirs and meat processing plants with a nationally recognised training course.

Career opportunities Meat Inspector Abattoir Knife Hand Abattoir Supervisor Abattoir Labourer Meat Process Worker Quality Assurance (Abattoir) Worker View all

Food Processing

Gain qualifications in food production, supervision, and quality control. Meet Australia's strict safety standards. Elevate your career in food pr...

Career opportunities Food Production Worker Food Process Worker Food Production Manager Food Production Supervisor Food Safety Officer Food Technologist View all

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Find the qualifications you need to work as a pharmaceutical machine operator, technician, general hand, supervisor or quality officer.

Career opportunities Pharmaceutical Production Worker Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor

Timber and Wood Processing

The timber and wood processing industry offers numerous career opportunities. From timber production to woodchipping and paper mill work, this field c...

Career opportunities Paper Mill Worker Paper Mill Operator Sawyer Woodchipper Saw Doctor Wood Processing Machine Operator Production Supervisor (Timber Systems) Timber Systems Designer Saw Technician Timber Yard Worker Timber Salesperson Timber Dispatch Coordinator View all

What type of course is right for me?

Vocational Education and Training

VET is designed to teach you workplace knowledge and practical learning to ensure you are job-ready in the skills employers need.

VET courses are nationally recognised and delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTO).

  • Job-ready skills
  • Nationally recognised qualification
  • Shorter course durations
  • Lower entry requirements

Higher Education

Higher education is focused on academic and theoretical studies and can lead to a broad range of professional careers.

Higher education courses are nationally recognised and delivered by universities.

 

  • Broad career options
  • Nationally recognised qualification
  • Longer course durations
  • Higher entry requirements

Industry Training

Industry training is designed with direct input from industry experts and employers, ensuring the content is relevant to current job market trends.

Industry courses do not lead to a formal qualification but many offer industry recognised certifications.

  • Specialised skills
  • Industry recognised
  • Shorter course durations
  • Lower entry requirements

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