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Course overview

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Locations

North
Hagley

North West
King Island
Freer Farm (Burnie)

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

Mixed Learning
On-Site

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 350.00
Concession $ 116.66
Commercial $ 875.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Do you work on the land or want to? Increase your employment opportunities by learning how to safely operate a tractor and front-end-loader!

Tractors and front-end loaders are widely used in agriculture, horticulture and land management. Operating this machinery can be dangerous, so you need to know what you are doing! This short course provides you with the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a tractor and a front-end loader in an agricultural environment.

In this course, you will learn how to prepare tractors and front-end loaders for operation, select the right safety gear and equipment, as well as carry out pre-start checks and daily servicing. You’ll climb aboard and learn to drive a tractor smoothly, using various operating techniques and work practices, and follow shut down procedures. On the front-end loader, you’ll also learn how to select the right loading technique for a variety of work conditions.

This two day course is suitable for beginners, as well as more experienced operators who need a refresher. With a strong emphasis on safety, you will also learn how to identify potential hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to manage risks.

By the end of day two, you will need to have demonstrated your ability to prepare for, safely operate and complete tractor operations. If further practice is required to achieve competency, you will need to arrange for more supervised practice within your workplace, and can then contact TasTAFE teacher to arrange another opportunity to demonstrate practical skills for assessment within six months of completing initial course.

Add some practical skills and knowledge to your skill set for work in the Agriculture, Horticulture and Land Management sectors!

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Hagley	1 Jul 2026 - 2 Jul 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Hagley Farm School	On-Site	Enquire now
Hagley	15 Sep 2026 - 16 Sep 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Hagley Farm School	On-Site	Enquire now
South
Clarence	7 Jul 2026 - 8 Jul 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ TasTAFE Clarence.	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	17 Aug 2026 - 18 Aug 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ TasTAFE Clarence.	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ TasTAFE Clarence.	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	2 Nov 2026 - 3 Nov 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ TasTAFE Clarence.	On-Site	Apply now
North West
Freer Farm	15 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Freer Farm.	On-Site	Apply now
Freer Farm	12 Aug 2026 - 13 Aug 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Freer Farm.	On-Site	Enquire now
Freer Farm	7 Sep 2026 - 8 Sep 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Freer Farm.	On-Site	Apply now
Freer Farm	20 Oct 2026 - 21 Oct 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Freer Farm.	On-Site	Apply now
Freer Farm	26 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026	Short course 2-Day Course 9am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory. Day 2 Practical. @ Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Freer Farm.	On-Site	Apply now

Entry

There are no essential entry requirements for this course.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Although not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Upon enrolment TasTAFE supply students a Microsoft Office license for the purpose of completing your study; including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Defender (Internet Security). TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

For this course, you will need:

Sturdy, steel toe boots
Clean working clothes
Weather protection for outside work
Pens, paper/notebook

Licensing and other requirements Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for successfully completed units.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
AHCMOM202	Operate tractors
AHCMOM207	Conduct front-end loader operations

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TASMSS0118-V01
Tractor Operations

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