TAFE NSW Hunter Institute

Entertainment Industry (Technical Operations)

student filming concert Theatre technician courses at Hunter TAFE are ideal for students who are interested in technology and the arts and would like to work as live production technicians. Enrol in this theater course to develop the skills you need to carry out a specialised production role. Compulsory units of study in this technician course include occupational health and safety, working as a team and sourcing and applying entertainment industry knowledge. Elective units of study include understanding staging techniques, a general knowledge of audio and theatre sound, understanding lighting techniques and dealing with conflict and resolution at work. Upon completion of this course you may wish to apply for more advanced training at Hunter TAFE or start your search for theater technician jobs that match your current skill level.

Campuses, Important Dates, Study Options and Timetables

This Technician course is offered at two Hunter TAFE campuses. Course dates, timetables and study options are campus specific. Select your preferred campus from the list below for details.

Important Information

Industry Curriculum Framework Course: This course may count towards an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) if you study it for 2 years consecutively. You would then need to sit the HSC exam to be eligible for an ATAR.

This course will be available subject to Board of Studies endorsement

Course Details

Mandatory BOS work placement: Yes

ATAR: Yes/Category B

Is school based traineeship available in the associated TAFE NSW course: Yes

Is school based apprenticeship available in the associated TAFE NSW course: No

Associated TAFE NSW course: 7491 Certificate III in Love production Theatre and Events (Tech Operations) CUE30203