Message from the Dean
Charles Darwin asked the great questions of nature. There has never been a more important time to do likewise, and to master the emerging technologies of our age.
The College of Engineering, IT and Environment deliver creative and flexible training, teaching programs, and research excellence in the areas of environment and livelihoods, primary industries, technology, energy and renewables, materials and resources. We equip students with the tools to face our modern challenges.
The staff of the College are renowned, both for the new knowledge they have created and for their ability to pass on this knowledge. Our courses are accredited by their professions and you will be expertly trained
Our graduates have attained success in their careers, and we look forward to seeing you also contribute to the world of the future.
VET teams
Agriculture and Rural Operations
Practical, industry-relevant certificates, diplomas, short courses, and training packages in stock and station skills, agrifood, rural business operations, chemical handling, livestock management, and handling, and more.
Automotive, Transport and Civil
Certificates, diplomas and short courses in light and heavy vehicle mechanical trades, automotive electrical and air-conditioning, panel beating, vehicle spray painting, light to heavy rigid training, warehousing and logistics, maritime and more.
Electrotechnology and Plumbing
We offer a range of industry-relevant certificates, training packages and short courses in instrumentation, electrotechnology, air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical fitting, plumbing and more.
Engineering and Construction
Choose from a range of certificates, diplomas and short courses to learn new skills in construction, carpentry, residential drafting, fabrication, polywelding, extraction, infrastructure operations, metal fabrication, welding, fitting, machining and more.
VET Environmental Studies
So much to learn in the great outdoors.
Learn skills in conservation strategy, pest management, plant and fauna identification, natural area restoration, bushfire management, chemical handling, Aquaculture and more.
Research institutes
AMA
Through collaboration, the Advanced Manufacturing Alliance (AMA) engage with industry partners, trades and academics to:
- develop real-world applications
- create industry procedures and standards
- drive material development
ERI
The Energy and Resources Institute (ERI) provides high quality research and consultancy for all aspects of energy and resources, including engineering, scientific, economic, environmental, social, community, legal, policy and digital considerations.
RIEL
The Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods (RIEL) is a leader in tropical savanna and coastal research in north Australia. Research strengths include biodiversity conservation, savanna and arid adaptation and environments, water and catchments, and communities and livelihoods
ACCEPT Diversity and Inclusion
At CEITE, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to promoting this in our community through awareness, education and targeted programs and initiatives.
Find out moreCEITE Network of Indigenous Partnerships
The Network of Indigenous Partnerships (NIP) has been established to enhance support mechanisms to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander College members across Vocational Educational and Training (VET) and Higher Education (HE).
Learn moreAdvancing Women In STEM courses
A strategy has been developed by CEITE to enhance gender equity in STEM courses at CDU through a strategic approach for increasing participation and retention.
Learn moreNews
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New research explains why barramundi switch sex
Read moreNew research from a Charles Darwin University PhD candidate has found the timing of the sex-switching in barramundi is more related to size than age.
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Data shows Darwin a tropical paradise for snakes
read moreData analysed by a Charles Darwin University researcher has confirmed Darwin is a tropical paradise for snakes, harbouring more different species than any other capital city in the country.
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Fire information goes mobile to Australia’s land managers
Read moreLand managers across much of Australia can now access near real-time bushfire information on their mobile phones with the launch of the NAFI (Northern Australia and Rangelands Fire Information system) free mobile app.