Title - Courses

Murwillumbah Campus

Main Street
Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Phone: (02) 6672 0800
or 131601
Fax: (02) 6672 0805
Email: nci.courseinfo@tafensw.edu.au

Semester 1, 2009 Course List

Applications for Semester 1 2009 are open now. While the first round of applications have closed, late applications are being accepted for all courses.

Limited places may be available in some courses and units of courses that commenced in Semester 1 2008 or Semester 2, 2008. For details of vacancies contact the Head Teacher of the course at the campus you wish to attend.

We offer a range of TAFE PLUS short courses and other special courses starting most weeks throughout the year. Ring 131601 for more information

We are also able to arrange customised training for many industry areas. Contact your nearest Commercial and International Services Unit for more information.

Course Name   Attendance details Information and Application Process

ARTS AND MEDIA

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
CUV30103 Certificate III in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft 19113 Part-time, 12 hours per week for 34 weeks, Monday and Tuesday, 9.00 am to 4.00 pm North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
CUV40103 Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Crafts 19114 Full-time, 18 hours per week for 36 weeks, Tuesday to Thursday, 9.00 am to 4.00 pm. North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
90349NSW Diploma of Visual Arts 7481 You need to have completed a certificate IV in Visual Art or equivalent for this course.

Full-time, 18 hours per week for 34 weeks, Tuesday to Thursday, 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

BUSINESS

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
BSB30407 Certificate III in Business Administration 17807 Full-time, 4 days per week for 18 weeks, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9.00 am - 3.30 pm. North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am Room AG11.
Statement of Attainment in Processing and Maintaining Financial Records (In an Office Environment) 17820 Bookkeeping and MYOB
Part-time day, 1 day per week for 18 weeks, Wednesdays, 9.00 am - 3.30 pm.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am Room AG11.

COMMUNITY SERVICE AND HEALTH

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
CHC40902 Certificate IV in Community Services Work 18061 Full-time day, 15 hours per week for 36 weeks, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.30 am to 3.00 pm
OR
Part-time day, 9 hours per week for 2 years, Monday and Tuesday 9.30 am to 2.30 pm.
TAFE NSW Statewide application form by 31 October 2008. Late applications will be accepted.

GENERAL EDUCATION

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
91405NSW Diploma of Communication and Media 9075 Full-time, 3 days per week for 1 year, Tuesdays - Thursdays
or
Part-time over 2 years.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
91269NSW Certificate III in Education Support - Teachers Aide (Special) 8559 3 hour presentation plus 2 hours workshop (face-to-face) 9.00 am – 2.30 pm on a Saturday + 25 hours self paced package + 5 hours per week practicum per module. This course will be offered as a commercial fee-for-service course.

Contact the campus on 6672 0800 or ring 131601 to discuss enrolling in this course.
Statement of Attainment in English for Further Study 4178 Days and times are arranged on an individual basis North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
Statement of Attainment in ESOL (Access) 6522 Days and times are arranged on an individual basis. Enrolments are held throughout the year. Contact Jonathan Bader on (02) 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
91343NSW Certificate I in ESOL (Access) 6524 Days and times are arranged on an individual basis. Enrolments are held throughout the year. Contact Jonathan Bader on (02) 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
Statement of Attainment in ESOL 6544 Days and times are arranged on an individual basis. Enrolments are held throughout the year. Contact Jonathan Bader on (02) 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
91344NSW Certificate II in ESOL 6545 Days and times are arranged on an individual basis. Enrolments are held throughout the year. Contact Jonathan Bader on (02) 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
91345NSW Certificate II in General and Vocational Education (CGVE) 6512 Full-time, 20 hours per week for 36 weeks, Tuesday to Friday, 9.00 am to 3.00 pm
OR
Part-time by individual arrangement
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session: Monday 2 February 2009, 10.00 am.
Statement of Attainment in General and Vocational Education 6513 Full-time, 15 hours per week for 18 weeks, Tuesday to Thursday, 9.00 am to 3.00 pm
OR
Part-time by individual arrangement.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session: Tuesday 3 February 2009, 10.00 am.
TAFE Statement in Learner Support Hours dependent on individual needs. Contact Jonathan Bader on (02) 6672 0862 for more information.
91346NSW Certificate I in Preparation for Work and Study 6516 Part-time day, 9 hours per week for 36 weeks, Wednesday to Friday, 9.00 am to 1.30 pm North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session: Tuesday 3 February 2009, 10.00 am.

Enrolments are also held throughout the year.
Statement of Attainment in Preparation for Work and Study - Stage 1 6514 Part-time day, 9 hours per week for 36 weeks, Wednesday to- Friday, 9.00 am - 1.30 pm Enrolments are held throughout the year. Contact Cheryl Rosenberg on (02) 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
Statement of Attainment in Preparation for Work and Study - Stage 2 6515 Part-time day, 9 hours per week for 36 weeks, Wednesday to Friday, 9.00 am - 1.30 pm. Enrolments are held throughout the year. Contact Cheryl Rosenberg on (02) 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
91178NSW Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation 6502 Full-time, 4 days per week (mornings) for 36 weeks. specific days will be dependent on elective choices
OR
Part-time by individual arrangement
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session: Wednesday 28 January 2009, 10.00 am to 12.00 pm, Room ALG22.
TAFE NSW QUALIFICATIONS:
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages TAFE PLUS Statement 23951 6 x Saturdays, 9.00 am - 1.00 pm and 6 x Tuesdays, 5.00 pm - 8.00 pm This course will be offered as a commercial fee-for-service course via Ballina Campus.
 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
ICA10105 Certificate I in Information Technology 19000 Part-time, 5 hours per week for 18 weeks, Fridays, 9.00 am - 2.30 pm (incl 30 min break). North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
ICA20105 Certificate II in Information Technology 19001 Full-time day, 20 hours per week for 18 weeks, Monday 9.00 am - 3.00 pm
Tuesday 9.00 am - 2.30 pm and Wednesday 9.00 am - 1.30 pm
OR
Online study, part-time or full-time with hours varying depending on units completed.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
ICA30105 Certificate III in Information Technology (Support) 19004 Full-time day, 20 hours per week for 36 weeks, Monday 9.00 am - 3.00 pm
Tuesday 9.00 am - 2.30 pm and Wednesday 9.00 am - 1.30 pm .
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
Statement of Attainment in Information Technology 19040 There are two options available. You can choose to apply for one or both options:
Option 1
: Introduction to Computers, 3 hours per week for 18 weeks, Wednesdays, 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm;
Option 2: Repair and Upgrade Your PC, Part-time, Wednesdays, 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm for 18 weeks.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
Statement of Attainment in Web Design Skills 19046 There are three options available. You can choose to apply for any or all options:
Option 1: Digital Images/ Photoshop
Part-time evening, 2.5 hours per week for 18 weeks, Tuesdays, 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm
or
Option 2: Web pages for Small Business
Part-time day, 3 hours per week for 18 weeks, Wednesdays, 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm
or
Option 3: Digital Scrapbooking, Part-time evening, 3 hours per week for 18 weeks, Wednesdays, 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES AND NATURAL RESOURCES

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
RTE40103 Certificate IV in Agriculture (Organic Production) 884 Part-time evening, Tuesdays 6.00 pm to 10.00 pm for 1 year. North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Enrolment session
for successful applicants 10 February 2009, 6.00 pm.
RTD40102 Certificate IV in Conservation & Land Management (Natural Area Restoration & Management) 8987 Part-time, 1 day per week for 36 weeks North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

RETAIL, BEAUTY AND PERSONAL SERVICES

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
SIR20207 Certificate II in Retail 17484 Part-time day, 2 days per week plus one day work experience for 18 weeks. North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
SIR30207 Certificate III in Retail 17485 Part-time day, 2 days per week plus one day work experience for 18 weeks. North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
SIR40207 Certificate IV in Retail Management 17486 For people employed in the industry or with industry experience.

Flexible/distance learning with 3 hours class per week, Fridays.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
SIR50107 Diploma of Retail Management 17487 For people employed in the industry or with industry experience.

Flexible/distance learning with 3 hours class per week, Fridays.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
TDT51002 Diploma of Logistics Management 9344 For people employed in the industry or with industry experience.

Flexible/distance learning with 3 hours class per week, Fridays.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
TLI20107 Certificate II in Transport and Logistics (Warehousing and Storage) 9896 For people employed in the industry or with industry experience.

Flexible/distance learning with 3 hours class per week, Fridays.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
TLI30107 Certificate III in Transport and Logistics (Warehousing and Storage) 9897 Flexible delivery. North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.
TLI40107 Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Warehousing and Storage) 9898 For people employed in the industry or with industry experience.

Flexible/distance learning with 3 hours class per week, Fridays.
North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!

Information and enrolment session Thursday 29 January 2009, 10.00 am.

TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
FDF10103 Certificate I in Food Processing 9300
(PDF 205KB)
Get Skilled in Food Processing. Starts 13 May 2009

One day per week on-campus and one day per week in a workplace.
Information and enrolment session Monday 4 May 2009, 10.00 am - 11.00 am.

TRANSPORT

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS:
AUR20205 Certificate II in Automotive Aftermarket Manufacturing (Accessory Fitting) 5482 For trainees. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20405 Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology 6995 For trainees. Part-time day Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0828 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30305 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology 6996 Stage 1 apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 1 year. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Air Conditioning) 5659 For trainees.
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Cooling System) 5528 For trainees.
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Driveline/Transmission) 5541 For trainees.
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Exhaust Fitting) 5489 For trainees.
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Steering and Suspension) 5657 For trainees. Part-time day
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0828 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20705 Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Tyre Fitting Light) 5754 For trainees. Part-time day
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Agricultural Mechanical) 5790 Stage 1 apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 1 year. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) 5772 Stage 1 apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 1 year. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Road Transport) 5771 Stage 1 apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 1 year. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Light Vehicle) 9003 Apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 3 years Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Motor Cycle) 5614 Stage 1 apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 1 year. Only Stage 1 available at Murwillumbah. (Stage 2 & 3 are offered by block release through Kempsey Campus). Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
Statement of Attainment in Automotive (Pre-vocational) 18038 2 days per week on-campus plus one day minimum work experience. Interested students need to complete an Expression of Interest for available at the Murwillumbah campus.
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20805 Certificate II in Outdoor Power Equipment 17390 Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 3 years Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30705 Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment 17391 Apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 3 years Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30605 Certificate III in Automotive Specialist (Brakes) 5763 Part-time day. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30605 Certificate III in Automotive Specialist (Driveline) 17389 Apprentices only. Part-time day, 8 hours (1 day) per week for 3 years Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30605 Certificate III in Automotive Specialist (Steering and Suspension) 5658 Part-time day. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0800 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20505 Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Servicing (Heavy Vehicle) 5770 For trainees. Part-time day
Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0828 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR20505 Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Servicing (Light Vehicle) 9002 For trainees. Part-time day Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0828 to discuss enrolling in this course.
AUR30505 Certificate III in Marine (Mechanical) 6999 Stage 1 only. For Apprentices. Contact the Head Teacher, Len Parkes on 6672 0828 to discuss enrolling in this course.
 

 

Join the Student Association!

For a small fee you can join your campus Student Association and become more involved in campus activities including barbeques, and sporting and social activities while receiving benefits from a local business discount guide. Contact your campus for more information.

General Information

The range of possible study options at this campus is so broad we are not able to outline all the variations that may be available within this list. It may be possible to complete some individual modules in courses that do not appear on this course list, as some modules are common to more than one course and can be done separately. You should inquire at your nearest campus for advice or ring 131601.

TAFE PLUS Short Courses

The North Coast Institute offers a range of short courses to meet legislative requirements and the skills or needs of individual customers in addition to the courses listed above. For more information ring 131601.

Entry Requirements, Selection processes and Information sessions
Most courses have entry requirements and some courses also have an additional selection process. Details are included on the individual course pages on the website. You can also attend the course Information Session, where advertised, or ring 131601 for more information.

Course Outcomes
Each TAFE NSW - North Coast Institute course provides a pathway to further study and/or career areas. Individual course information sheets show the articulation and career opportunities for each course and are available from our website or by ringing 131601.

Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfers
You may be entitled to recognition of your previous studies or in some cases, competencies you have acquired in your work. You may also be able to gain credit where you have completed the same or a similar module in another course, even if this is with another Registered Training Organisation. You are encouraged to read the general information about Recognition and Credit transfer under the 'Future Students' section of our website http://www.nci.tafensw.edu.au/futurestudents/Default.htm and if required contact the Head Teacher to discuss further.

Assessments and Exams
Most courses have assessment events such as class tests, projects or assignments which students need to complete for each module. Some modules also require students to sit TAFE NSW Exams. Detailed assessment sheets are provided to students at the start of each module indicating how each module is assessed. Further information is also available from the Head Teacher.

Flexible delivery
Flexible or mixed mode are terms used to indicate flexible attendance patterns and assessment processes. It could mean studying online, independently off-campus or a combination of off-campus and on-campus classes. You may need to attend compulsory workshops, or have the option to attend non-compulsory tutorial sessions. Access to teachers is maintained through face-to-face, phone, email and web contact. You may have the choice to complete all or some of your modules by flexible delivery.

Possible Changes to course offerings
The commencement of all classes is subject to sufficient resources and demand. This could mean that not all courses offered are necessarily going to run. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the course information contained on these pages, some changes in course offerings and details may occur between now and class commencement.

Centrelink payments while studying at the North Coast Institute
We can not advise whether Centrelink will consider a course as eligible for payment of Youth Allowance, Austudy or Abstudy. Centrelink will consider the length of the course and your personal circumstances when deciding if you are eligible for payments. Contact Centrelink to discuss your options. You should also remember that if the way the course is delivered changes (eg from full-time to part-time or flexible) you will need to notify Centrelink immediately as it may affect your eligibility for payments.

Joining a continuing course
Some courses that commenced in a previous Semester may have vacancies in some subjects and accept applications or enrolments from new students this Semester. This option is especially useful for students who only want to study a few modules. When joining a continuing course you need to be aware that you may not be able to finish the course in the normal timeframe, or at the same location, or in the same attendance pattern.


Classes
Unless otherwise advised Semester 1 classes commence the week beginning Monday 9 February 2009.

How much will it cost to study at the North Coast Institute?
When you enrol in a course you will need to pay the TAFE NSW fee.

The fee structure for 2009 has changed and the new structure is listed below:

 

Course 2009 full year fee ($)* 2009 half-year fee for courses of one semester or less or commencing in Semester 2.*
Advanced Diploma $1456 $728
Diploma $1214 $607
Certificate lV $912~ $456
Certificate lll $670~ $335
Certificate l & ll $428 $214
Statements and other short courses $428~ $214**
Apprentices and Trainees eligible for a Commonwealth rebate $404 $202
Other Groups:
Government Benefit recipients $50 $50
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students 0 0
Students with a Disability (first course per annum) 0 0
Special Access courses 0 0

* Fees for some courses including TAFE PLUS commercial courses, TAFE Delivered HSC Vocational Education and Training (TVET), international students and temporary visa holders are different to the TAFE NSW fee. Contact your local campus for more information.
Additional course and enrolment-related charges may apply.

** The TAFE Fee for the Selected Study Program is capped at $214 per semester

*** All Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diploma qualifications are offered on a commercial basis. Contact the campus offering the course for details.

~ Students successfully completing a Higher School Certificate or Tertiary Preparation course may be eligible for a fee refund. See below for more information.


You pay when you enrol. For courses commencing in Semester 1 2009 and lasting longer than one semester, you will have the option to pay the TAFE NSW fee in two equal instalments (except if you pay the Concession fee). You pay the first instalment when you enrol, the second is due by 31 May. You will not be regarded as being enrolled without payment of, or approved of an exemption from, the TAFE NSW fee. No cash is accepted – you may pay by EFTPOS, Visa card, Mastercard, cheque or money order.

For certain Special Access courses you pay no TAFE NSW fee. These courses teach skills in career opportunities, community training, employment skills, literacy, numeracy, reading and writing, school mentoring, signed language, volunteer tutoring and work readiness.

If you currently receive a Commonwealth benefit or allowance you may be eligible to pay a concession fee of $50 for each course rather than the full TAFE NSW fee. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are exempt from paying the TAFE NSW fee. Disability Support Pension students and students with a disability receive a full fee exemption for one TAFE NSW course per year and are eligible for the $50 concession fee for subsequent enrolments.

You may also be asked to pay additional course related charges. Details are available from the Institute website or by ringing 131601.

For some courses you may also need to purchase textbooks, module notes, personal protective equipment, industry equipment and/or other materials which you will use during your course. Attend the advertised information session or contact the Head Teacher for approximate costs.

Refunds
Refunds are given in exceptional circumstances only. See our website or ring 131601 for more information.

Access and Equity and Client Services
The North Coast Institute offers an excellent range of support services to enrolled students. These include library services, literacy and numeracy support, study skills and tutorial support, counselling and career guidance, disability support, support for Indigenous students, and TAFE Student Association. Detailed information about these services is provided to all students in the Student Information booklet handed out in your first class or available for download on our website. You can also ring 131601 for a copy of the information.

All TAFE staff are covered by a Code of Conduct which, among other things, requires them to treat students fairly, equitably and in accordance with current special needs students and equity programs, guidelines and relevant legislation and policies.

Student Rights and Responsibilities and Discipline
The North Coast Institute provides students with the opportunity to study, learn and develop skills in a safe and healthy educational and social environment. Students are expected to adhere to the Student Rights and Responsibilites policy listed on the Internet and students who breach discipline or who exhibit inappropriate behaviour will be dealt with in accordance with the TAFE NSW Policy.

Suggestions, Complaints and Appeals
We value your suggestions and complaints as they help us to address your concerns and improve the quality of our service. We'll try to remedy problems promptly and deal with each matter fairly. Information on how to appeal a decision is available on our website.

 

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