Understanding Rail

Five weeks | Online Course | ARA Members: $1,265 incl GST

Enrol now in our new and improved Understanding Rail Course, designed ‘by industry, for industry’. Set your own pace with this online program that offers rare insights into the rail industry.

Each module provides the learner with insights into the rail industry and features the latest information about changes that are impacting rail, as well as giving insights into the people, systems and structures that are integral to the operation of rail.

This is a great opportunity to boost your rail industry knowledge and learn from some of the industry’s most respected experts.

Course modules

  1. Rail Industry Overview
  2. Infrastructure and Safety
  3. Rollingstock and Operations
  4. Supply Chain
  5. Sustainability

 Learning outcomes

  • Gain insight into the role rail plays in communities and the benefits rail brings,
  • Understand the components of passenger, heavy haul and freight railway operations and maintenance,
  • Learn about the importance of safety in the operation of a railway and the critical focus on sustainability in all aspects of rail,
  • Understand what trains deliver what kinds of services and what are the business models behind the services they deliver,
  • Dive into the supply chain and understand the critical role of the supply chain, and
  • Experience insights about the people that make up the rail industry.

Who should attend?

Whether you are new to the rail industry, have recently started a new role, or simply want to brush up on your industry knowledge, our Understanding Rail course is the ideal opportunity to take the next step in your career in rail.

Successful completion will result in you receiving a Certificate of Completion as well as a Credley Badge for your LinkedIn account.

Course dates 2024

Cohort 1:Wednesday 27 March to Friday 26 April | Register now

Cohort 2: Monday 27 May to Friday 28 June | Register now

Cohort 3: Monday 5 August to Friday 6 September

Cohort 4: Monday 21 October to Friday 22 November

 Registration fees

ARA members – $1,265 incl GST | Non-members – $1,760 incl GST

For more information, please contact Fiona Love, General Manager – Workforce Development via [email protected] or on 0418 961 569.

Key contacts

General Manager - Workforce Development