Engineering Courses in Hobart

This graduate certificate will equip you with the necessary skills to address the demands of the structural engineering industry. Students with a background in civil, construction, transport, and systems engineering will especially benefit from this program as it prepares them for further career development in the structural engineering industry. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in civil and structural engineering. Learn more.

The Graduate Certificate in Renewable Energy Technologies (52859WA) is for degree qualified engineers and technologists wanting to specialise in renewable energies. This course is workplace-based and deals with the practical issues you are likely to face in the field — including modelling and simulation of wind turbines, and the design of wind farms. The course is has four sections: general distribution and interconnection components; small hydro and other renewable technologies; solar-based systems; and wind power systems. Enquire now for enrolment eligibility and the latest course intake dates. Learn more.

If you’re a qualified electrician the UEE40420 Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation will qualify you for work as an Instrumentation and Control Technician. This training course is recognised all over Australia and you’ll complete your studies in less than a year. Graduate able to install, commission, calibrate and repair instrumentation and control equipment. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective selections to suit your job role, and enrolment opportunities. Learn more.

The Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering (52873WA) is for construction managers, trade workers, leading hands, site supervisors, and engineers who need a working knowledge of civil engineering. The course is completed over 24 months and covers; roads, steel, concrete, pavement, drainage, soil, water supply and sewerage — as well as engineering technologies, constructions sites, 2D and 3D CAD design, and technical drawing. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, study units, and training dates. Learn more.

Computational methods are at the forefront of industrial evolution, particularly in mechanical and manufacturing engineering. The Graduate Certificate in CAD and Computational Techniques covers knowledge and skills underpinning finite element method, advanced fluid dynamics and aerodynamics. This certificate will also prepare you to use CAD to design innovative and efficient engineering solutions. The learning outcomes of the course is designed to equip students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to formulate the models necessary to study, analyse, and design efficient engineering systems through the application of these concepts, communicate the solutions effectively and to develop the problem-solving skills essential to good engineering practice. Learn more.

Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA play a key role in the Industrial Automation Engineering. The Graduate Certificate in Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA covers knowledge and skills covers knowledge and skills underpinning the fundamentals of programmable controllers used in industrial automation as well as apply their knowledge for their operation, networking, distributed controllers, and programming control strategies. Additionally, the program will introduce students to SCADA systems hardware and software, a review of typical DCS and SCADA systems, examines DCS controllers and configuration. The learning outcomes of the course is designed to equip students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to address issues with the evaluation and design of programmable controllers (associated with hardware equipment) for designing an industrial process automation solution as well as planning and managing the selection, design, installation, configuration and programming for supervisory needs in the control of process plants. Learn more.

This Master of Engineering (Mechanical) qualification will equip you with the necessary skills to address the demands of the modern mechanical engineering industry. Students with a background in mechanical, instrumentation & control, electrical, or industrial plant and systems engineering will be particularly well-placed to benefit from this program as it is designed to prepare you for further career development in the mechanical design and maintenance industries. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in mechanical engineering. Learn more.

The 52883WA Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Electrical Systems) is a hands-on engineering course that qualifies you for technical and project roles that involve instrumentation, electronics, and electrical power systems. This nationally recognised diploma delivers a full range of electrical engineering skills that will help you standout in the global market. The course covers: mathematics in engineering, electrical circuits, electrical power distribution, earthing and surge protection, electrical safety and wiring systems, energy use and efficiency, power quality, power cables and accessories, professional engineering practice, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, electrical engineering career outcomes, and the latest enrolment opportunities. Learn more.

The Graduate Certificate in Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control covers knowledge and skills underpinning the principles of unit operations, unit processes, fluid transport, and control required to apply these principles to Industrial control and instrumentation systems and make the systems efficient through Engineering solutions. The learning outcomes of the course is designed to equip students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to model solutions to address the issues in automating industrial operations, design the system in an efficient manner through application of these concepts, communicate the solutions effectively and develop the problem-solving skills essential to good engineering practice. Learn more.

This advanced diploma is delivered with a strong practical focus and covers a variety of skills required in the mining operations industry. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in electrical and instrumentation in mining operation. This program aims to impart the necessary electrical and instrumentation engineering skills required in the mining operations industry, and all the theory covered is tied to a practical outcome. Enquire now for the full study units and the next opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.

This graduate certificate is inspired and driven by industry, with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast-moving work environment has propelled the program design process. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation. Learn more.

This graduate certificate will equip you with the necessary skills to address the demands of the modern mechanical engineering industry. Students with a background in mechanical, instrumentation & control, electrical, or industrial plant and systems engineering will be particularly well-placed to benefit from this program as it is designed to prepare you for further career development in the mechanical design and maintenance industries. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in mechanical engineering. Learn more.

Electrical engineers are responsible for designing new systems, solving problems, testing equipment, and working on a wide range of components and systems, including communications systems, power plants, electrical machines, navigation systems, and electrical systems for automobiles and aircraft. This practical qualification will ensure you graduate job-ready as an electrical engineering technologist in many industries such as power generation and supply, communications and media, computer systems, and robotics. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest electrical engineering technologies. Learn more.

Learn how to design and engineer medical equipment and devices with the 52885WA Advanced Diploma of Biomedical Engineering. This nationally recognised qualification is for experienced engineers who need to understand the anatomy and physiology of human body systems, and have technical skills in biomechanics assistance technologies, biomedical instrumentation, medical imaging devices, biomedical modelling and simulation, biomedical equipment design. Enquire now for entry requirements, biomedical engineering career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.

Looking for an apprenticeship as an electrical instrumentation technician? Try the UEE31220 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control — it’s a nationally recognised training course completed on-campus in 7-week blocks. During your studies you’ll be working with a variety of tools that calibrate, adjust and repair the instruments used in a wide range of industries. Plus you’ll be learning the fundamentals of electrotechnology equipment and circuitry. Enquire now to find out your eligibility for this course, as well as funding possibilities, and career outcomes. Learn more.

Fluid power industry is one of the fastest growing engineering sectors today. The Graduate Certificate in Fluid Power Engineering covers knowledge and skills needed to work with process operations and fluid power systems. You will gain an in-depth understanding of industrial hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including design optimization, operations, troubleshooting and maintenance. You will also understand, analyze and evaluate application of various pumps, compressors, turbines and drives used in oil & gas, mining, minerals processing industries. The learning outcomes of the course are designed to equip the students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to formulate the models necessary to study, analyse, and design process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams and fluid systems through the application of these concepts, and to develop the problem-solving skills essential to good engineering practice of fluid dynamics in practical real-world application. Learn more.

A key area of electrical engineering is power system analysis and design. The Graduate Certificate in Power System Analysis and Design covers knowledge and skills to analyze power systems both under steady state and dynamic conditions. It will also cover in-depth principles involving power system protection and power quality analysis covering the applicable international standards. Aspects relating to system stability, including transient stability, small signal stability, frequency and voltage stability as well as measures to enhance system stability as a result of renewable systems integration will also be discussed. The learning outcomes of the course is designed to equip students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to model solutions to address power quality problems, simulate various system conditions using industry-based software and undertake design principles for effective substation and protection systems. Learn more.

The 52857WA Advanced Diploma of Plant Engineering is for experienced trades people who want to learn the latest plant engineering technologies. Over 18 months of study with professional trainers you will be introduced to the working essentials of plant engineering including mechanical equipment, fluid power systems (and their components), pumps and seals, HVAC systems, pressure vessels and boilers, thermodynamics, compressors, fans and blowers, instrumentation and control engineering — and much more. Enquire now for more information about graduation outcomes, study units, and entry requirements. Learn more.

Do you have a trade qualification and looking to expand into engineering work? The 52884WA Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology is a hands-on qualification, recognised by employers Australia-wide. The course introduces you to a wide range of mechanical engineering technologies including pneumatics, hydraulics, heating and ventilation systems, air-conditioning, pumps and compressors, mechanical drive systems, and more. You’ll also gain essential skills in engineering mathematics, on-the-job safety, and industrial automation. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, engineering career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.

A key area of industrial engineering is safety system design. The Graduate Certificate in Industrial Instrumentation and Safety Systems covers knowledge and skills underpinning the fundamentals of programmable controllers used in industrial automation as well as gain perspective on the applicable regulatory and standards framework for a range of industry sectors, required for verifying and assure Safety Instrumented Systems performance across the safety life cycle in accordance with internationally recognized standards. The learning outcomes of the course is designed to equip students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to model solutions to Engineering problems related to designing a typical process instrumentation system by using graphical symbols and numbering codes in accordance with the International Standards as well as address the issues in designing and specifying safety control systems for an industrial process control application. Learn more.

Graduates of the Doctor of Engineering (DEng) will be able to make original and significant contributions to the development, application, and evaluation of professional knowledge by engaging with practical problems of demonstrated importance to their employment context and the wider body of engineering and technical knowledge. Learn more.

This Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation) qualification is inspired and driven by industry, with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast-moving work environment has propelled the program design process. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation. Learn more.

The Advanced Diploma of Remote Engineering, Mechatronics and Robotics (52872WA) is for experienced and qualified engineers (or tradespeople) wanting to keep up with the growing complexity of engineering tasks, software, and machinery. It’s a nationally recognised qualification and focuses on real-world applications. The course is completed in four sections; Electrical/Electronic Systems, Mechanical Systems, Computers, and Control Systems. Enquire now for your eligibility for enrolment and the next course intake dates. Learn more.

One of the key challenges in the 21st century for the engineering industry is energy with thermal and process engineering being a key area supporting to overcome these challenges. The Graduate Certificate in Process and Thermal Engineering covers knowledge and skills underpinning energy storage, transfer and conversion. This certificate will also prepare you to understand, analyse and evaluate application of various pumps, industrial gas turbines, heat exchangers, compressors, turbines and drives used in oil & gas, mining, and minerals processing industries. The learning outcomes of the course is designed to equip students with professional engineering skills and knowledge to formulate the models necessary to study, analyse, and design thermal systems through the application of these concepts, and to develop the problem-solving skills essential to good engineering practice in practical real-world application. Learn more.

Mechanical engineers are responsible for the design, manufacture, and operational processes of anything that moves, from the tiniest, simplest micro-particles to the largest, most complex spacecraft and everything in between. As a mechanical engineer, you have a skill set that is applicable to many industries in the world, including automotive, transport, manufacturing, power generation, medical, consumer goods, and more. This practical qualification will ensure you graduate job-ready as a mechanical engineering technologist. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest mechanical engineering technologies. Learn more.

Industrial automation is an expanding stream of engineering, with an increasingly profound influence on most industries and enterprises. This practical qualification will ensure you graduate job-ready as an industrial automation engineering technologist in many industries such as manufacturing, power generation, mechatronics, mechanical, mining, and chemical. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation. Learn more.

Civil engineers are responsible for ensuring that the infrastructure around us gets developed, is safe, meets our needs, and improves our quality of life. This includes buildings, bridges, railways, tunnels, water distribution, and waste management networks. This practical qualification will ensure you graduate job-ready as a civil and structural engineering technologist. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in civil and structural engineering. Learn more.

The Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems), developed by electrical and renewable energy experts, will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to address the demands of the modern power industry. You will learn how to design the components of a power system including generation, transmission, distribution and the associated systems. The program will also cover the automation, protection and control components that contribute to the high level of reliability expected from modern power systems. Learn more.

The Master of Engineering Civil Structural will equip you with the necessary skills to address the demands of the structural engineering industry. Students with a background in civil, construction, transport, and systems engineering will especially benefit from this program as it prepares them for further career development in the structural engineering industry. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in civil and structural engineering. Learn more.

Become a production operator at a processing facility for metals or coal with the RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing. This nationally recognised qualification begins with the critical communication, safety, and environmental protocols of resources industry worksites — you’ll learn how to work in accordance with issued permits, quality standards, and safety procedures. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to work as a production operator including pipeline pigging, transferring bulk fluids in (and out) of storage, managing startup and shut down of boilers, using automated plant/machinery, instruments that emit ionising radiation, and much more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.

Become a site manager at an open cut mine or quarry with the RII50120 Diploma of Surface Operations Management. This nationally recognised diploma delivers a mix of leadership and mine site operational skills. The course covers: ensuring site safety and compliance, implementing risk control strategies, implementing operational plans (environment, emergency preparedness, pit plan, ground control etc), overseeing infrastructure and mine service systems, business admin, budgeting and documentation. Enquire now for the full list of mining management competencies as well as upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.

The UEE50220 Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation is for licensed electricians who wish to expand their professional reach to instrumentation, electrical engineering, and process plant technologies. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to install, commission, and maintain electrical control systems and other instrumentation — as well as write specifications for electrotechnology engineering projects. The course also covers electrical safety, sustainable energy, and compliance. Learn more.

Get your first job at an open cut mine or quarry with the RII20220 - Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the routines and safety procedures of an Australian mine site, beginning with risk controls, workplace communication, quality standards, and sustainability. You’ll then gain the operational skills you need to operate machinery, vehicles and equipment. Technical skills include: mixing explosives, dust suppression, breaking oversized rocks, laying cables and hoses, crushing operations, carrying out preventative maintenance. Enquire now for the full list of study units, mining career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.

Become a production operator at open-cut mines and quarries with the RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations. This nationally recognised qualification begins with the essential communication skills, environmental and safety protocols required at mining industry jobsites — personal safety, following WHS procedures, applying risk management processes while digging or drilling, identifying environmental and heritage issues. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to begin working as a production operator: assessing ground conditions, building and maintaining routes for autonomous operations, surface blast hole drilling, dredging, surface miner operations, controlling automated plant/machinery, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, job appointment possibilities, and upcoming course dates. Learn more.

Want to step-up to supervisor or team leader at an open cut mine or quarry? How about the Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations (RII40120)? This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to supervise small work teams, while implementing the site’s safety, environmental, and quality systems. The course covers: risk management and site compliance, leadership and communication, maintaining site safety, responding to site emergencies, applying the pit plan, administration and computers. There is also scope to gain leadership skills in blasting, dredging, stable mining, surface coal mining, overburden dump operations, mobile plant operations, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, mining leadership competencies, and available enrolment dates. Learn more.