Sustainable and renewable energies/water
The sustainable and renewable energy industry has emerged as a response to the global challenges of climate change and greenhouse gas emission. It includes wind power, hydroelectric or geothermal power and photovoltaics. Globally the industry is growing faster than the information technology, tourism, manufacturing and coal mining industries.
This evolving field is creating a new range of exciting career options as businesses and industry look for qualified employees to help them become more environmentally responsive to the challenges presented by climate change.
What are the renewable energies occupations?
Trade programs
What are the renewable energies occupations?
Renewable energy program areas include:
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renewable energies consultation to industry and government
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design and installation of renewable energy systems and components
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eco tourism advisory services and
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setting up your own business.
Trade programs
SkillsTech Australia's renewable energy programs are designed for both school leavers and those who already have TAFE or university qualifications, for example Engineering, Building Design and Construction or Urban Planning.
SkillsTech Australia training centres are in a number of locations around southeast Queensland. View campus and location maps.
Key:
AH - Alexandra Hills, AR - Acacia Ridge, BR - Bracken Ridge, EF - Eagle Farm, I - Ithaca, L - Loganlea, MG - Mt Gravatt, S - Salisbury, VC - Via Correspondence, Y -Yeronga
| Description | Program description | Duration | Start dates | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39088QLD | Renewable Energy (The program is delivered mainly by Distance Education with workshops at BR.) |
The duration will vary considerably depending on the student's circumstances. If studied F/T, it would require approximately 2 years for the Diploma (which is embedded in this program) and 2.5 years for the Advanced Diploma, including practical workshops. |
On demand | VC, WKSP at BR |
| NWP20101 | Water Industry Operations (Traineeship) | 12 months | Rolling starts | VC |
| NWP30101 | Water Industry Operations | 12 months | Rolling starts | VC |
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