Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Overview

This course provides the training component of an Electrical apprenticeship in the domestic, commercial or industrial sectors of the electrical trade.

This qualification provides individuals with the skills and knowledge to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises. It includes Essential Performance Capabilities for an ‘Unrestricted Electrician’s license’ (referred to Electricians Licence (A Grade)).

As part of your Electrical course with Wodonga TAFE you will be studying in our newly built Trades Training Centre! This state-of-the-art building has been specifically designed to provide you with the best learning experience possible. The building is fitted out with modern technology, including interactive classrooms, mobile learning equipment & brand-new industry standard tools & equipment.

All apprentices at completion of their training will sit an external Licenced Electricians Assessment (LEA) registration exam. You must be employed under an Australian Apprenticeship Agreement to undertake this course. For apprenticeship information and enrolments, the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) is your first point of contact for queries about apprenticeships, www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/about-aasn.

Please note: Tools are supplied on site, apprentices are NOT to bring their own.

Delivery Methods

• Apprenticeship – Teaching and assessment will be required to be conducted as part of an apprenticeship

Locations

• Trades Training Centre, Moorefield Park Drive, Wodonga Vic

When You Can Start

Teaching period: Feb - Nov

When You Can Enrol

Please note: First and Second year applicant can now enrol. We are unable to accept third year applicants currently.

Duration

Part-time: 3 years

Schedule

Study type: 10 x 4 Day block release (Monday - Thursday) Teaching period: Feb - Nov Time: 8am-4.30pm Training plan will be provided to apprentices & employers prior to course commencement.

Requirements

You must be a signed-up as an apprentice through the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN). We recommend that you complete Year 10 maths and science. We recommend that you have basic language and literacy skills.

Assessment

The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the course and employer outcomes. A range of assessment strategies to meet different student’s needs will be selected, involving on-campus and workplace assessment.

The skills and knowledge you develop from your training may be assessed using a combination of the following methods: -Observation in simulated environment (e.g. at TAFE) -Project/assignment/activity -Practical assessment -Interview/oral questioning -Portfolio of your work -Third party (workplace) report

Your teachers will provide you with more information on specific requirements at the start of each unit and they will assist with any support you may need.

Skills developed

By the end of this qualification you will learn the following skills which can be applied to a range of electrical trade work in a residential, commercial or industrial setting:
- Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
- Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations
- Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
- Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits

Compulsory Units

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0016 Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEECD0020 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEECD0044 Solve problems in multiple path circuits
UEECD0046 Solve problems in single path circuits
UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEECO0023 Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
UEEEL0003 Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations
UEEEL0005 Develop and connect electrical control circuits
UEEEL0008 Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls
UEEEL0009 Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls
UEEEL0010 Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits
UEEEL0012 Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories
UEEEL0014 Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits
UEEEL0018 Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations
UEEEL0019 Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines
UEEEL0020 Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
UEEEL0021 Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
UEEEL0023 Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
UEEEL0024 Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines
UEEEL0025 Test and connect transformers
UEEEL0039 Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
UEEEL0047 Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies
UEERE0001 Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
UETDRRF004 Perform rescue from a live LV panel
UEEDV0005 Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
UEEDV0008 Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling

Selectable Units

* UEEDV0005 Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
* UEEDV0008 Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling

Licences/Tickets

Licenced Electrician in state of Victoria (after successful completion of LEA exam)
First Aid (CPR)

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive an AQF Qualification.

Fees

Government Funded $2,875.00 (Tuition $2,875.00, Materials $0.00)
Concession $575.00 (Tuition $575.00, Materials $0.00)
Fee For Service $17,250.00 (Tuition $17,250.00, Materials $0.00)

Fees Additional Information

The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect future opportunities to access additional funding in the future. For more information see ‘Fee information and eligibility’ under the Enrol Now tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Careers

electrician electronics trades worker telecommunications trades worker

Pathways

Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational) - 22499VIC Study pathways with Wodonga TAFE

How to apply

Apply via the ‘Apply online now’ button in the course information page. If the course is not available for online application, you can download an enrolment form via the ‘Apply Now’ tab on our website.

Alternatively, please feel free to contact our friendly Customer Engagement team on 1300 69 8233 or email info@wodongatafe.edu.au

Please note: We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers.