Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Combine on-the-job training with your employer with this practical and theoretical course.

You’ll learn to complete all phases of electrical systems and equipment including:

installation testing fault finding repair maintenance.

Completing this course satisfies the Electrical Regulatory Authority Council’s requirements to sit the licensing exam to become a licensed electrician.

To be awarded UEE30811 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician course, a student must successfully complete the following units of competency, comprising of:

• all core units, and;
• a combination of electives achieving a total weighing of 140 points of which:
• units may be selected, which does not exceed a maximum value of sixty (60) points, from Group A, and;
• units must be selected, with a minimum value of eighty (80) and do not exceed a maximum value of one hundred and forty (140) points, from Group B.

Electives must be industry relevant as well as be approved by the Polytechnic.

Note: Units from Group A, include imported units from other training packages and/or state accredited courses which are first packaged at AQF Level 3. If units have not been assigned a weighting by the relevant EE-Oz Industry Technical Advisory Committee, their weighting will be ten (10) points.

Course structure and units

CORE UNITS

• UEENEEC020B - Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
• UEENEEE101A - Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
• UEENEEE102A - Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
• UEENEEE104A - Solve problems in d.c. circuits
• UEENEEE105A - Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
• UEENEEE107A - Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
• UEENEEE137A - Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
• UEENEEG006A - Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines
• UEENEEG033A - Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
• UEENEEG063A - Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations
• UEENEEG101A - Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits
• UEENEEG102A - Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
• UEENEEG103A - Install low voltage wiring and accessories
• UEENEEG104A - Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations
• UEENEEG105A - Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations
• UEENEEG106A - Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
• UEENEEG107A - Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations
• UEENEEG108A - Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
• UEENEEG109A - Develop and connect electrical control circuits
• UEENEEK142A - Apply environmental and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

ELECTIVE UNITS

Group A

• UEENEED101A - Use computer applications relevant to a workplace

Group B

• UEENEEF102A - Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services

Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Credit Transfers

Previous completion of units at the Polytechnic or any other Registered Training Organisation and/or previous attainment of skills and knowledge may be credited towards this course. Units must satisfy the completion rules of the qualification and be assessed as appropriate by the Polytechnic.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

This qualification provides competencies to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises. It includes ERAC requirements for an ‘Electrician’s licence’.