Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Electrical engineers improve the production and distribution of energy, which is increasingly critical with our dependence on electrical and electronic devices.

You’ll learn the technical skills to design, validate and evaluate electrical equipment and systems including:

motor control Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming electronic design sustainable practices Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) low voltage installations.

You’ll also learn to provide technical or sales advice.

Successful completion of this course means you’ll be qualified to work in the electrical industry.

To be awarded UEE62111 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical, a student must successfully complete the following units of competency, comprising of:

• all core units, and;
• a combination of elective units achieving a total weighting of 720 points of which:
• units may be selected, which does not exceed a maximum value of three hundred and sixty (360) points from Group A;
• units may be selected, which does not exceed a maximum value of one hundred and sixty (160) points, from Group B;
• units may be selected, which does not exceed a maximum value of two hundred and twenty (220) points, from Group C;
• units may be selected, which does not exceed a maximum value of two hundred and twenty (220) points, from Group D, and;
• units must be selected, with a minimum value of two hundred (200) and does not exceed a maximum value of seven hundred and twenty (720) points, from Group E.

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 6. 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

• UEENEED104A - Use engineering applications software on personal computers
• UEENEEE011C - Manage risk in electrotechnology activities
• UEENEEE015B - Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
• UEENEEE071B - Write specifications for electrical engineering projects
• UEENEEE080A - Apply industry and community standards to engineering activities
• UEENEEE081A - Apply material science to solving electrotechnology engineering problems
• UEENEEE082A - Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems
• UEENEEE083A - Establish and follow a competency development plan in an electrotechnology engineering discipline
• 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
• UEENEEE107A - Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
• UEENEEE117A - Implement and monitor energy sector OHS policies and procedures
• UEENEEE124A - Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
• UEENEEE125A - Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits
• UEENEEE126A - Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems
• 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
• UEENEEG106A - Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
• UEENEEG107A - Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations
• UEENEEG149A - Provide engineering solutions to problems in complex polyphase power circuits
• UEENEEG169A - Manage large electrical projects
• UEENEEG170A - Plan large electrical projects
• UEENEEK132A - Develop energy sector strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues

Elective units

Group A

• UEENEEC001B - Maintain documentation
• UEENEEC002B - Source and purchase material / parts for installation or service jobs
• UEENEEC003B - Provide quotations for installation or service jobs
• UEENEEC010B - Deliver a service to customers
• UEENEED101A - Use computer applications relevant to a workplace
• UEENEEE020B - Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus

Group B

• UEENEEE105A - Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
• UEENEEE121A - Plan an integrated cabling installation system
• UEENEEE190A - Prepare engineering drawings using manual drafting and CAD for electrotechnology / utilities applications
• UEENEEE191A - Prepare electrotechnology / utilities drawings using manual drafting and CAD equipment and software
• UEENEEF102A - Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
• UEENEEF104A - Install and modify performance data communication copper cabling
• UEENEEG111A - Carry out basic repairs to electrical components and equipment
• UEENEEG120A - Select and arrange equipment for special LV electrical installations
• UEENEEG182A - Supply effective and efficient lighting products for domestic and small commercial applications
• UEENEEG183A - Provide advice on the application of energy efficient lighting for ambient and aesthetic effect
• UEENEEH102A - Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
• UEENEEH111A - Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies
• UEENEEH150A - Assemble and set up basic security systems
• UEENEEI101A - Use instrumentation drawings, specification, standards and equipment manuals
• UEENEEI116A - Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
• UEENEEI138A - Provide solutions to extra low voltage (ELV) electro-pneumatic control systems and drives
• UEENEEI140A - Plan the electrical installation of integrated systems
• UEENEEI141A - Develop electrical integrated systems
• UEENEEI150A - Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
• UEENEEK125A - Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems

Group C

• UEENEEC005B - Estimate electrotechnology projects
• UEENEEG125A - Plan electrical installations with a low voltage demand up to 400 A per phase
• UEENEEG128A - Plan low voltage switchboard and control panel layouts
• UEENEEG179A - Develop detailed electrical drawings
• UEENEEG184A - Provide photometric data for illumination system design
• UEENEEG185A - Select effective and efficient light sources and luminaries for given locations and designs
• UEENEEG186A - Design effective and efficient lighting for residential and commercial buildings
• UEENEEG188A - Prepare quotations for the supply of effective and efficient lighting products for lighting projects
• UEENEEI142A - Develop an electrical integrated system interface for access through a touch screen
• UEENEEI143A - Develop access control of electrical integrated systems using logic-based programming tools
• UEENEEI144A - Develop interfaces for multiple access methods to monitor, schedule and control an electrical integrated system
• UEENEEI151A - Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers
• UEENEEI152A - Develop, enter and verify programs in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems
• UEENEEI155A - Develop structured programs to control external devices
• UEENEEK135A - Design grid connected photovoltaic power supply systems

Group D

• UEENEEC006B - Prepare tender submissions for electrotechnology projects
• UEENEED147A - Develop energy sector directory services
• UEENEEG127A - Design electrical installations with a low voltage demand greater than 400 a per phase
• UEENEEG131A - Evaluate performance of low voltage electrical apparatus
• UEENEEG180A - Develop detailed and complex drawings for electrical systems using CAD systems
• UEENEEG187A - Design effective and efficient lighting for public, open and sports areas
• UEENEEI145A - Diagnose and rectify faults in a.c. motor drive systems
• UEENEEI146A - Diagnose and rectify faults in d.c. motor drive systems
• UEENEEI147A - Diagnose and rectify faults in servo drive systems
• UEENEEI156A - Develop and test code for microcontroller devices
• UEENEEI157A - Configure and maintain industrial control system networks

Group E

• UEENEED149A - Develop energy sector computer network applications infrastructure
• UEENEEE078B - Contribute to risk management in electrotechnology systems
• UEENEEE127A - Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems
• UEENEEE128A - Develop engineering solutions to photonic system problems
• UEENEEE160A - Provide engineering solutions for uses of materials and thermodynamic effects
• UEENEEE161A - Analyse static and dynamic parameters of electrical equipment
• UEENEEE162A - Select drive components for electrical equipment design
• UEENEEE163A - Analyse materials for suitability in electrical equipment
• UEENEEE164A - Design electrical machine drives and production layout plans
• UEENEEG130A - Design switchboards rated for high fault levels (greater than 400 A)
• UEENEEG143A - Develop engineering solution for synchronous machine and control problems
• UEENEEG144A - Develop engineering solutions for D.C. machine and control problems
• UEENEEG145A - Develop engineering solutions for induction machine and control problems
• UEENEEG160A - Evaluate performance of LV electrical machines
• UEENEEG161A - Design and develop modifications to LV electrical machines
• UEENEEH147A - Assess electronic apparatus compliance
• UEENEEH188A - Design and develop electronics - computer systems projects
• UEENEEI123A - Design electronic control systems
• UEENEEI129A - Set up electronically controlled mechanically operated complex systems
• UEENEEI153A - Design and configure Human-Machine Interface (HMI) networks
• UEENEEI154A - Design and use advanced programming tools PC networks and HMI interfacing
• UEENEEK133A - Design hybrid renewable power systems
• UEENEEK139A - Design stand-alone renewable energy (RE) systems
• UEENEEK140A - Develop engineering solutions to renewable energy (RE) problems
• UEENEEK146A - Design energy management controls for electrical installations in buildings
• UEENEEK151A - Develop effective engineering strategies for energy reduction in buildings
• UEENEEM052A - Classify hazardous areas - gas atmospheres
• UEENEEM053A - Classify hazardous areas - dust atmospheres
• UEENEEM057A - Design explosion-protected electrical systems and installations - gas atmospheres
• UEENEEM058A - Design explosion-protected electrical systems and installations - dust atmospheres
• UEENEEM059A - Design explosion-protected electrical systems and installations - pressurisation
• UEENEEM068A - Assess the fitness-for-purpose of hazardous areas explosion-protected equipment - gas atmospheres
• UEENEEM075A - Design explosion-protected electrical systems - coal mining
• UEENEEM079A - Design of gas detection systems

Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Credit Transfers

Previous completion of units at the Polytechnic or any other Registered Training Organisation, may be credited towards this course. Units must satisfy the completion rules of the training package 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.

Pathways to further study

On completion of this course you will be guaranteed entry into the following degree and in some cases receive credit for your study:

You will be credited for up to 144 credit points of study.

Find out more about our study pathways to VU

This qualification provides enabling competencies to design and validate/evaluate electrical equipment and systems and provide technical advice/sales.