OpenDiplomaManufacturing Engineering and Technology

Diploma of Applied Technologies - on campus with some online

ProviderTAFE Queensland
Course code: QTAC520402Higher education providerStudy area: Manufacturing Engineering and TechnologyData JSON
AttendanceOn campus · External
Intakes & start datesOctober 2025 · Cairns · QLD

Course overview

This course has been designed for existing technicians or tradespeople looking to upskill. Students will learn how to perform computations, analyse a simple electrical system circuit, produce and manage technical documentation, commission a cyber-physical system, troubleshoot digital control systems, and produce components using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) technologies. Students will also learn how to use Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to monitor and control and industrial process, implement and problem solve a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)-based industrial control system, and apply principles of networking technologies for manufacturing and engineering applications.

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Career Opportunities
Advanced manufacturing technician, cyber-physical systems technologist, digital technologist, industry 4.0 systems technician, internet of things data technician

Entry requirements

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Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • CairnsQLDOctober 2025
  • CairnsQLD