South Metropolitan TAFE
Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Not currently employed?
Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required by a tradesman working in marine craft construction. Training is project-based and covers all aspects of the construction process from design and drawing including the use of CAD , timber construction of plugs, and composite moulds and products. People with this qualification may work in a manufacturing or repair organisation producing a variety of marine craft from kayaks and superyachts.
Delivery mode
South Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Apprenticeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction will prepare you for the following roles.
Boat Builder
A Boat Builder constructs and repairs boats and other maritime vessels. You might build vessels according to owner requirements or make repairs or...
Shipwright
A Shipwright builds and repairs ships and other maritime vessels. You might construct new vessels or fit out existing ships with cabins, decks, mas...
Assistant Shipwright
An Assistant Shipwright helps with the construction and maintenance of ships and other marine vessels. You might build new vessels according to cus...
Marine Mechanic
A Marine Mechanic conducts repairs on boats, ships and maritime equipment. You might deal with faults and replace parts or carry out scheduled serv...
About South Metropolitan TAFE
South Metropolitan TAFE offers more than 300 qualifications, from foundation courses to apprenticeships and traineeships, to diplomas and skill sets. We have over 25,000 students across our Perth campuses and more students in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America through partnerships offshore.
