Certificate IV in Polymer Technology

produce polymer products for domestic, commercial and industrial uses

create items like knives, spoons, cups, and golf tees

test plastics and polymers in a lab for strength and quality

program computers to control machinery

collect and communicate production data

learn general polymer processes and manufacturing.

Specialist skills in polymer manufacturing.

Experience testing polymers and material strengths.

Knowledge of plastic and polymer theory.

The ability to work in an essential industry.

A strong pathway to continue your study.

This course can be completed as part of an apprenticeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.

You must be employed as an apprentice in the industry.

Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application.

This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship. Enquire today to discuss your eligibility.

an interest in process and manufacturing

curiosity about the design process

the ability to follow instructions and procedures

the ability to work in a team and independently

foundational computer skills for programming computer control machinery

maths skills at Year 11 high school level

You can understand documents you see often in everyday life.

You can write short sentences or lists to share information.

You can speak clearly and explain your thoughts in a group.

You can solve maths problems you often see in real life.

You can use email, search the internet, and open files.

TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.

This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.