Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical
Overview
The Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electrical, provides you with the essential knowledge to design, install, commission, fault find and maintain industrial control systems, robots and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Graduate ready to work as a technician, paraprofessional, or technical officer in areas including: industrial automation, mechatronics and general electrical systems.
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
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Skills you’ll learn
- Develop and maintain micro solar systems for renewable energy applications
- Design, install and commission electrical control systems
- PLC programming and commissioning
- Design and control SCADA systems
- Design and interpret electrical wiring systems
- Electrical project management
Your career opportunities
- Electrical technician
- Technical officer (Electrical)
- Electrical manager
- Electrical foreman
- Electrical engineering associate
- Paraprofessionals in Electrical industry
Key codes
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Admissions
Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history.
All applicants are required to have one of the following:
• Successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent
OR
• Successfully completed a Certificate II or higher qualification in a relevant Engineering or Electrical field.
OR
• Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience
Admission requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 5.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 4 Upper Intermediate level) with overall 65%, all skills 60%
- TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 65 with no band less than 15
- Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 42 (no communicative skills less than 36)
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.
Credit transfer
Credit transfer is the recognition of academic credits gained through formal study (i.e. units of competency) completed either at another institute or in another qualification. The total amount of credit will vary from individual to individual, based on the unit/s that have been successfully completed.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process of transferring the skills and knowledge that you have acquired over your lifetime (irrespective of how they were obtained) against the requirements of the unit.
RPL is an assessment process that requires you to provide evidence that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the unit/s. The amount and types of evidence you will need to provide will depend on the unit requirements.
Finding your fit
At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.
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Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Mechanical Engineering Design)
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Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Mechatronics Engineering Design)
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Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering Design)
Course structure
This course is delivered in a combination of face-to-face, workshops, tutorials, lectures, and online activities.
It is comprised of 24 core units and 23 elective units.
Indicative nominal course hours: 2160
Your units
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Core units | |
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Apply industry and community standards to engineering activities
Core unit |
UEECD0003 |
|
Apply material science to solving electrotechnology engineering problems
Core unit |
UEECD0004 |
|
Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems
Core unit |
UEECD0005 |
|
Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
Core unit |
UEECD0007 |
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Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
Core unit |
UEECD0010 |
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Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
Core unit |
UEECD0014 |
|
Manage risk in electrotechnology activities
Core unit |
UEECD0026 |
|
Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits
Core unit |
UEECD0036 |
|
Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems
Core unit |
UEECD0039 |
|
Solve problems in multiple path circuits
Core unit |
UEECD0044 |
|
Solve problems in single path circuits
Core unit |
UEECD0046 |
|
Apply methods to maintain currency of industry developments
Core unit |
UEECD0056 |
|
Write specifications for electrical engineering projects
Core unit |
UEECD0059 |
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Interpret, produce and modify electrotechnology drawings
Core unit |
UEECD0064 |
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Manage large electrical projects
Core unit |
UEEEL0015 |
|
Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines
Core unit |
UEEEL0019 |
|
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
Core unit |
UEEEL0020 |
|
Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
Core unit |
UEEEL0021 |
|
Plan large electrical projects
Core unit |
UEEEL0058 |
|
Provide engineering solutions to problems in complex polyphase power circuits
Core unit |
UEEEL0062 |
|
Evaluate and report on the performance of LV machines
Core unit |
UEEEL0077 |
|
Plan and analyse LV electrical apparatus
Core unit |
UEEEL0079 |
|
Plan and analyse wiring systems, circuits, control and protection for electrical installations
Core unit |
UEEEL0080 |
|
Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector
Core unit |
UEERE0013 |
| Elective units | |
|
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Elective unit |
UEECD0019 |
|
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
Elective unit |
UEECD0020 |
|
Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
Elective unit |
UEEEC0060 |
|
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Elective unit |
UEECD0051 |
|
Work in Industry 4.0
Elective unit |
MEM29001 |
|
Apply introductory programming skills in different languages
Elective unit |
ICTPRG440 |
|
Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems
Elective unit |
UEECD0049 |
|
Develop structured programs to control external devices
Elective unit |
UEEIC0012 |
|
Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
Elective unit |
UEEIC0013 |
|
Provide solutions to extra-low voltage (ELV) electro-pneumatic control systems and drives
Elective unit |
UEEIC0025 |
|
Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs
Elective unit |
UEECD0013 |
|
Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers
Elective unit |
UEEIC0015 |
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Develop, enter and verify programs in supervisory control and data acquisition systems
Elective unit |
UEEIC0014 |
|
Develop energy sector computer network applications infrastructure
Elective unit |
UEECS0015 |
|
Apply introductory object-oriented language skills
Elective unit |
ICTPRG430 |
|
Design and use advanced programming tools, PC networks and HMI Interfacing
Elective unit |
UEEIC0007 |
|
Apply statistics and probability techniques to engineering tasks
Elective unit |
MEM23005 |
|
Make presentations
Elective unit |
BSBCMM411 |
|
Apply communication skills
Elective unit |
BSBCMM211 |
|
Manage innovation and continuous improvement
Elective unit |
BSBSTR601 |
|
Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
Elective unit |
BSBCRT611 |
|
Commission a cyber-physical system
Elective unit |
MEM29002 |
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Maintain instrumentation equipment
Elective unit |
UEPMNT356 |
2025 fees
Full fee* ($AUD)
$18,650
Skills first government-subsidised place* ($AUD)
$14,360
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$22,000.00
2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$22,000.00
Fees are estimates only
Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2025 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
Fees are estimates only
The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
Skills first government-subsidised place
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.
How do I pay my fees?
You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Financials
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Eligibility for VET student loans (VSL)
If you apply for a VET Student Loan, Swinburne must first verify your identity. If you are eligible, we will provide your enrolment information to the government so you can complete the application within their eCAF system.
The VET Student Loan amount for this course is capped. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
VET Student Loan amount* ($AUD)
$18,838
Student services and amenities fee
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
From 1 January 2024, all Diploma level and above courses will contribute to the Student Services and Amenities fee. Below is the capped amount for 2025 as a guide ahead of fees for 2024 being announced.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365.00
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365.00
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.
Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.
When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.
Apply through an agent
Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.
Apply directly
Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.
Apply through VTAC
International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.
VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.