
Discover where fluid power could take your career. Learn how hydraulics and pneumatics support machinery, automation and production across industry. Explore trade and technical roles and uncover training pathways to shape your future. This course is part of the Manufacturing Centres of Excellence (MCoE) program. To be eligible, you must live in NSW.
During this course you'll learn to:
identify careers that use fluid power skills
recognise industries that use hydraulic and pneumatic systems
understand how people use fluid power at work
work safely
decide if a career in fluid power is right for you
find further training or study options.
You'll leave this course with:
a digital badge that recognises your achievement. Share it with employers, add it to LinkedIn or include it in your portfolio
an understanding of careers that use fluid power skills
the ability to identify industries that use hydraulic and pneumatic systems
the skills to explain how fluid power supports work.
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
There are no entry requirements for this course.
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
access to a device with an internet connection
the ability to read and understand simple texts such as course instructions and lesson descriptions
the ability to navigate online platforms, find materials and use basic digital tools on your own.
You can read everyday texts and find important information.
You can write short sentences or lists to share information.
You can ask and answer questions in a simple conversation.
We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.
This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.
The TAFE Statement in Discover Manufacturing Careers in Fluid Power does not have any courses.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
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