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TAFE International Western Australia

Perth , Western Australia ,Australia

Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology

If you enjoy working outdoors and have an interest in environmental issues, then MSS50218 Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology is the right course for you.

It teaches you how to conduct environmental sampling, testing, and monitoring in most industry sectors whilst abiding by safety, legislative, and enterprise procedures. You will gain hands-on experience at conducting tests both in the field and at site laboratories as well as learn how to prepare samples for laboratory submission. These skills are valuable in this industry as you may be required to assist environmental scientists, engineers, planners, and community groups to manage and conserve natural systems and resources, minimize pollution, remediate/rehabilitate sites, and trial practical strategies to protect and improve ecosystems.

This course uses a range of different aspects such as field trip activities, lab work, teamwork, and online learning to assess your progress. Environmental management is a global concern as we search for continuous improvements to enhance compliance and minimize the environmental impacts of processes. Studying this course can provide you with the opportunity to assist with the management of environmental issues around the world.

Campus Information

North Metropolitan TAFE

North Metropolitan TAFE offers campus locations in the heart of Perth’s cultural district, surrounded by restaurants, cafes and bars. Students learn through practical training from industry experts, in state-of-the-art facilities. The college has strong partnerships with industry that ensure courses remain current and provide you with job-ready skills.

Intakes

  • Feb

Application Processing Time in Days: 7

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

  • Environmental Planning Officer
  • Environmental Technician
  • Water Resources Officer

PSW Opportunity

  • N/A

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Equivalent to Australian Year 12.
 
Bangladesh
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • Secondary School Certificate – pass
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (minimum GPA of5
or
  • 60% in HSC first division pass ) GCE A-Level (2 subject passes)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
India
 
Year 12 Equivalent
  • State Education Boards 65% overall across all academic subjects.*
  • Central Board Secondary Education (CBSE) with 60% average overall across all academic subjects.
  • Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE) with 60% average overall across all academic subjects.
  • * TAFE International Western Australia does not accept results from some State  Education Boards.
  • Diploma qualifications: Average mark of 60% or above, should be VITC recognized and of 2-3 years duration.
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
Nepal
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (Grade 12) (Minimum 60% overall)
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (Grade 12) (Minimum 60% overall)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
 
Pakistan
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • ?Higher Secondary School Certificate/ Intermediate Certificate (55% overall minimum)
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary School (Intermediate) (55% overall minimum) Certificate Diploma (Polytechnic/Vocational)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
Sri Lanka
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • GCE 0 levels (4 subject passes)
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (3 passes) British GCE A-Level (2 passes)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.