According to Microsoft, datacentres are the engine room of Australia’s digital economy. They state also that with the growth of cloud computing and AI, Australia’s datacentre workforce is set to double by 2030. In this context they write that "we are thrilled to announce our partnership with TAFE NSW to deliver the Datacentre Academy — equipping students with the essential skills to build a strong and future-ready data centre workforce". Their offering is focused on two in-demand roles, the 13-week immersive program provides students with an understanding of Datacentre Operations, learning about the skills needed to safely maintain and manage critical environments. Through hands-on training, future focused-learning, mentoring, and industry-leading certifications, students gain the expertise needed to thrive in the rapidly expanding digital infrastructure industry. TAFE describes its "Statement in Datacentre Essentials" as a comprehensive 13-week short course designed to prepare learners for the in-demand role of Datacentre Technician through which they can gain an understanding of the datacentre environment, as well as standard procedures for security and data management. The course also covers fundamental IT skills, including hardware operations, from installation to diagnostics and decommissioning of equipment, and its "Introduction to Critical Environment Technician" is a 13-week foundational course designed for individuals looking to explore a career as a Critical Environment Technician who keeps datacentres up and running. Students can gain an understanding of how critical environment equipment works, perform maintenance and respond to incidents, monitor equipment performance and operations. Further details of each course can be found at https://www.tafensw.edu.au/partnerships/datacentre-academy?ocid=AID3062355_LINKEDIN_oo_spl100007253946170
