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Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways


 National Code: 52904WA
 TAFE SA Code: AC00140


2025 start

Description

Kick-start your career in the dynamic and rapidly growing defence industry with the Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways. This hands-on 12-month traineeship combines on-campus block training with practical learning through work placements with leading defence companies.

You'll gain experience in key areas of the defence sector, including logistics, supply chain management, data management, project management, technical drawing, and engineering fundamentals.

During the program, you will be paid to learn, gaining the skills and knowledge required to contribute to major defence projects in South Australia. Graduates of the Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways will be well-equipped for diverse career pathways in defence manufacturing, technical support, and project coordination.

Please contact PEER
https://peer.com.au/exciting-career-opportunities-in-defence-and-shipbuilding/

Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Duration
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12 months 
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On Campus On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
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Day Only
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • You must have a Contract of Training with an employer to undertake this course

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 12 month course

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Graduates of the traineeship program may pursue pathways into entry-level employment in defence support industries, or further training programs in one of these areas:
    • Logistics
    • Project management
    • Supply chain management
    • Procurement
    • ICT
    • Technical engineering

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways (52904WA)
    This qualification reflects the competencies required by those having employment aspirations to work within the maritime, aviation or land forces defence support industry. It will provide pathways to employment or further education and training opportunities in logistics, technical engineering, or other related fields. Individuals will apply a broad set of skills in the use of a range of technologies and processes in a variety of work contexts in meeting Defence client needs. They will ensure confidentiality and security of client information and protect themselves and the organisation from cyber threats. Work will be undertaken individually and within teams in the procurement of materials and in the provision of services to ensure the quality of products produced by the supply chain of the organisation. To complete the qualification, you are required to complete all 13 core units and 6 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Conduct materiel logistics activities 40
    Ensure the confidentiality, privacy and security of customer Information 15
    Ensure the safety of transport activities (Chain of Responsibility) 20
    Interact with computing technology 20
    Interpret technical drawing 40
    Organise and communicate information 20
    Perform computations 30
    Perform engineering measurements 30
    Prepare to work safely in the construction industry 6
    Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation 60
    Shift materials safely using manual handling methods 20
    Undertake supervised procurement activities 20
    Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering 40

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply knowledge of logistics 20
    Apply quality procedures 20
    Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system 80
    Develop and manage a plan for a simple manufacturing related project 30
    Identify, analyse and report workplace data and information 30
    Licence to operate a forklift truck 40

Further Information

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Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways
AC00140
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