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Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres

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RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This skill set is designed for construction and trades workers who need to safely operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres. You’ll focus on practical, compliant operation of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical EWP equipment, with an emphasis on safe work practices in real workplace contexts. This is an on-campus vocational skill set in the building and trades discipline. The programme develops engineering knowledge and technical skills aligned with its qualification level and industry expectations.

Career outcome

Graduates can support safe EWP operation on construction sites and related worksites where platforms up to 11 metres are used. It suits workers who need competency to operate EWPs as part of their job, assisting supervisors and teams with access tasks, basic operational checks and safe procedures. Career outcomes align with construction and building-and-trades roles that require EWP operation capability. Preparing graduates for engineering-related roles and further study pathways matched to the programme level.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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Other

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Melbourne City
Bundoora

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S0165

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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100% of tuition fees

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A$10,000

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20% of tuition fees

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