Here's your opportunity to learn all about the animals in the South and lay the foundation for a possible vet nursing career!

Exclusive program for Years 11 & 12 run in partnership with TAFE SA (Gilles Plains Campus) - Certificate II in Animal Studies.

Pilot program to commence in February 2011 with limited places still available. Graduate successful from the Certificate II and you may be eligible for credit if you enrol into higher qualifications at Certificate IV and Diploma levels.

Certificate II program careers: animal welfare worker (Animal Welfare League or RSPCA), kennel hand, animal house attendant, pet shop assistant, wildlife parks

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing careers: veterinary nursing

Diploma Animal Technology careers: animal technician, zoo staff/keeper, biomedical technician, further tertiary studies

The automotive field is more than just being a mechanic. Today the industry has a diverse range of high-tech, innovative and rapidly changing workplaces. Occupations include; mechanics, auto electricians, spray painters or body repairers.

It is also an industry that has its sights set on producing, maintaining vehicles and the components that produce less pollution to improve on our carbon footprint.

There are also chances to work on testing and repairing heavy vehicles, diesel engines and light vehicles. So if you enjoy tinkering with engines or painting cars the automotive sector may be just the thing for you.

Possible career paths: Light and heavy vehicle mechanics
Industries include: mining, aviation, and manufacturing or defence.

Building and construction is a very diverse sector. This is a sector for those who like to be on the move as you may work on projects (jobs) at a number of different sites. The range is massive – both in the types of projects you can work in (residential housing through to commercial buildings) and in the types of materials you can work with (wood, steel or even concrete just to name a few).

There are many trade disciplines that work in building and construction such as carpentry (installing and finishing), roofing, (putting roofs on housing) or plastering, (fixing the internal linings of commercial or domestic buildings).

Possible career paths: Bricklaying, Carpentry, Plumbing, Roofing, Plastering

Electrotechnology is at the foundation of everyday life – lights, television, DVDs, computer games, MP3s or security systems just to name a few. As new gadgets hit the market the more this sector needs new enthusiastic, trained workers to help it keep up with all the new technologies and the demand.

There is a range of trades under the electrotechnology banner:
• Electricians who install and maintain electrical and electronic equipment for industry and domestic purposes
• Electrical fitter where you apply electrical knowledge to make fit or repair machines of all shapes and sizes
• Refrigeration mechanics looking at applying electrical know - how to installing and repairing refrigeration and air-conditioning systems in shops, factories, office buildings homes or hospitals.
• Installing security cameras or installing sophisticated data systems in a high profile data or security field.

Possible career paths: Electrical fitter, Electrician, Electrical Linesperson, Instrument fitter, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Industries include: mining, aviation, manufacturing or defence.

Hospitality is one of those great trade careers where you can take it with you as you see the world. But succeeding is obviously more than what you may see on television. It has become very sophisticated and professional in recent years. Apart from a passion for food and service, you’ll learn people skills, team work and good time management – all skills you’ll need to succeed in this industry. 

Marcellin Technical College is proud to be associated with TAFE SA (Noarlunga Campus) in offering this Certificate III qualification.

Possible career paths: Baker, chef/cook, catering, gaming, food and beverage, barrista, sommelier, restaurant supervisor/manager, functions coordinator/manager

If you enjoy working with metal you can get you into all sorts of trade occupations and industries sectors that you may not have even dreamed of - and it’s more than just working in a workshop. Careers in metals and engineering may mean coming up with the ideas and conceiving engineering designs, manufacturing or assembly.

Another option could be the fabrication engineering path – cutting, shaping, joining and finishing metal to make, maintain or repair metal products or structures. Alternatively, you may want to pursue a mechanical engineering path career you can carry out mechanical work on machines, sub assemblies and manufactured parts.

Possible career paths: Boilermaker, Fitter, Metal Machinist, Sheet metal worker, Toolmaker, Welder