Advanced manufacturing and engineering
Years 10 to 12, Tonsley Technical College
Around 70,000 people are employed in South Australia’s manufacturing sector
Join this full-time, hands-on training program
This industry training program, spanning defence, engineering, and high-tech manufacturing, has been developed in collaboration with leading employers.
Kickstart a career in SA’s thriving manufacturing industry
Build practical skills and real-world experience in welding, fabrication, computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), robotics and automation.
I’m thrilled to welcome you to Tonsley Technical College where you will prepare for career success in a rapidly changing world.
Shannon Lim
Tonsley Technical College Lead
What you'll learn
All topics contribute to your VET qualifications and SACE.
- Develop foundational skills in language, literacy, numeracy, workplace practices and safety
- Participate in structured work experience with leading industry employers
- Explore personal strengths and future opportunities through the Exploring Identities and Futures (EIF) compulsory SACE subject
- Engage in project-based, practical learning within real-world advanced manufacturing and engineering settings
- Discover career pathways and plan your future through targeted career exploration activities
- Complete the MEM20422 Certificate II in Engineering Pathways, and build advanced industry-relevant skills
- Develop essential language, literacy, numeracy, and broader workplace skills
- Complete the Activating Identities and Futures (AIF) SACE subject and explore opportunities aligned with careers in advanced manufacturing and engineering
- Participate in structured work placements with leading advanced manufacturing and engineering industry employers
- Option to complete the Enabling Studies Program for university entry
- Fulfil all compulsory SACE requirements
Earn while you learn by completing the first year of an apprenticeship, gaining valuable on-the-job experience and an income or commence your first year of a degree.
Achieve the SACE while gaining real-world industry skills, fast-tracking your advanced manufacturing and engineering career.
Apprenticeship
Options can include:
- Engineering technician
- Engineering tradesperson (fabrication)
- Engineering tradesperson (mechanical)
- Engineering tradesperson (electrical/electronics)
- Continue and complete your apprenticeship for careers such as:
- Boilermaker
- Engineering technician
- Fitter and turner/machinist
- Mechanical fitter
- Pipe fitter
- Sheet metal fabricator
- Welder (first class)
University
Options can include:
- Bachelor of Design and Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering (various)
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (various).
- Continue and complete your degree for careers such as:
- Advanced manufacturing and digital design engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Robotics engineer
- Software engineer
Registered Training Organisation
Our partner registered training organisation is:
- TAFE SA - Code: 41026
Leading employer partners
We’ve partnered with ASC to provide our graduates with guaranteed careers.
Given the scale and complexity of our work, we're going to require a significantly larger, highly skilled workforce, which is why we've formed a partnership with local technical colleges.
Stuart Whiley, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, ASC
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I like that we have the freedom to learn in our own way – from virtual welding to workshop projects.
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Work experience and VET days give me real insight into the workforce, practical skills, and fast-track our learning.
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Finding my own placement helped me connect with employers and prepare for the workforce.
Tonsley Technical College
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