• Welcome to the Associate Degrees in Engineering

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    TAFE SA has combined strong links with industry and successful South Australian university partnerships to create this innovative suite of courses.

    Associate Degrees in Engineering combine theoretical understanding with industry-relevant practical skills, so you develop the knowledge and skills valued by employers.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is an Associate Degree in Engineering?

    • A two year full time (or equivalent part time) Higher Education course.
    • It gives you a strong grounding in your field, based on practical experience.
    • You also gain two years credit into a four year Bachelor of Engineering.
    • You graduate job ready, with the skills that employers want, ready to work as an Engineering Associate (para-professional).

    What type of work will I do after the completion of the course?

    This course qualifies you to work as an Engineering Associate (para-professional), you work in engineering teams at the interface between engineers and trades people. You might use advanced software to draft structures, or apply good practical skills to build prototype equipment. You may be at clients’ sites installing and commissioning new equipment, or out in the field testing advanced systems. You may be supervising teams of trades people, or running your own business.

    What is a Dual offer (Uni and TAFE)?

    With dual offer courses, you are accepted into both a TAFE SA qualification and a connected university program. This means that once you complete your TAFE SA course successfully, you have guaranteed entry – with credit – into university. This is an alternative pathway to university, which facilitates entry into a Bachelor of Engineering.

    Benefits
    • One application, two qualifications
      A dual offer course gives you both a vocational and an academic qualification, setting you apart from other graduates.
    • Secure your pathway to university
      Apply for a TAFE SA qualification and a connected University program at the same time.
    • Much more than a foundation program
      Our Associate Degrees in Engineering are much more than just a Foundation program. They give you job-ready skills and allow you to be flexible about your options. You study in a supportive environment, in small classes and with lecturer support
    • 2 + 2
      Study the Associate Degree for two years at TAFE SA and then enter a two year customised program at university to obtain a Bachelor of Engineering. Details of dual offers packages are available within “Related Courses” for each Associate Degree.
    See testimonials and more on our Associate Degrees page.


    What is the timetable?

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    What about the fees?

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    Where can I find more about the structure of the course?

    For more information about the specific course of study, visit:

    Biomedical
    Civil and Structural (Design Drafting)
    Civil and Structural (Site Management)
    Electrical
    Electronics




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