Science
How can you turn your natural curiosity into a career of discovery?
TAFE courses in science allow you to do more than simply keep up with the pace of scientific and technological change – by encouraging you to put your curiosity to practical use, they set you on a career path of inquiry and discovery.
Ultimately, you will be able to branch out into the scientific discipline that suits you best. But before you enter the workforce, a TAFE qualification in science will provide an industry-relevant grounding in areas such as public safety, laboratory technology, forensic science and fire technology.
Careers and Employment report 2011
Science (pdf, 49kb)
Possible position titles and careers these courses can lead to include:
- Assistant Practitioner (Science/Multimedia)
- Chemical Process Operator
- Computer Network Manager
- Computer Technician
- Laboratory Attendants
- Laboratory Manager
- Multimedia Developer
- Multimedia Support
- Network Engineering Assistant
- Programmer
- Research Assistant
- Retail Pharmacist
- Sales and Training Consultant
- Senior Technician
- System Analyst
- Technical Assistant
- Technical Officer
Science students begin with different aspirations and develop different skills and careers.
Industry prepared me for my career
Susan Andric
Diploma of Laboratory
(Biotechnology)
