Ashmore
This specialised facility is the renowned trades training hub of the Gold Coast. Equipped with industry-standard learning technologies, you will perfect your craft nestled among the parkland setting and spacious campus grounds.
What's on offer at the Ashmore campus
Our trade training centre at Ashmore offers a number of trades and trade related study areas including automotive, cabinetry, carpentry, conservation, electrotechnology, engineering, horticulture, and plumbing.
Facilities and services
- Custom-built carpentry building
- Customer service centre
- Elevated working at heights platform
- Library
- Horticulture shed
- Learning hub
- Multi-level plumbing tower
- Student refreshment facilities
View our guides
2027 Course Guide
Short Course Flyer
TAFE at School Guide
2026 Course Guide
Ashmore
Street address
Corner Heeb Street and Benowa Road,
Ashmore Qld 4214
Postal address
PO Box 5547,
GCMC Qld 9726
| Monday | 8am-4pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am-4pm |
| Thursday | 8am-4pm |
| Friday | 8am-4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Public transport
Our Ashmore campus is easily accessible via public transport. The closest bus stop is located out the front of the campus on Heeb Street.
Cycling
If you live nearby, cycling could be another cost effective option to get to campus.
Parking
We have plenty of free on-site parking available for students at our Ashmore campus.
Discover our Ashmore campus
Automotive workshops
Our Ashmore campus features four industry-standard automotive workshops complete with hydraulic test benches, pneumatic test benches, and chassis dynamometers. We have dedicated workshops for both heavy vehicle and auto electrical specialisations and also offer courses in light vehicle mechanical technology and diesel engine technology. All our automotive courses are fully supported and endorsed by local car dealers and manufacturers, ensuring you get the skills employers are looking for.
Carpentry building - M Block
This state-of-the-art training facility was specially designed in consultation with industry for building and construction students. Emphasising on safety it boasts diverse practical learning zones, an large undercover work space and an elevated working at heights training area. The open plan classrooms with glass viewing platforms provide a seamless transition from theory into practical learning.
Electrical and refrigeration workshops
Our electrical, refrigeration and air conditioning students have access to four cold-rooms and four specialised workshops equipped with thermal imaging cameras, programmable logic controller (PLC) equipment, and LabVolt motor training aids. The Ashmore campus also features a capstone dedicated training room for the testing and verification of electrical installations.
Engineering workshop
If you want to be a fitter and turner, diesel fitter, boilermaker, or other mechanical engineering trades worker, TAFE Queensland's Ashmore campus has all the facilities you need to succeed. We have five dedicated engineering workshops complete with 18 welding bays, computer-aided design (CAD) equipment, 3D printers, MIG multipurpose welders, and a Tomahawk plasma cutter.
Plumbing tower
With nine dedicated plumbing workshops, our Ashmore campus is well-equipped to train the next generation of plumbers and gas fitters. Facilities include a three storey walk up, poly welder, pipe locator, and electric eel/drain snake. We also have a trade waste facility donated by Reece where students can learn best-practice trade waste management processes.
Virtual tours
Carpentry building - Virtual tour
Step inside Ashmore campus's custom-built carpentry building, M Block, from anywhere with our immersive 360° virtual tour. Explore classrooms, collaborative learning spaces, and specialist facilities at your own pace.
Plumbing tower - Virtual tour
Explore our multi-level Plumbing Tower through an immersive 360° virtual tour. Discover a purpose-built training environment that replicates the complexities of residential and commercial multi-storey dwellings.