Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
The Certificate II in Electrotechnology is your gateway into the electrical trades and offers you the opportunity to sample the industry before you commit to a full apprenticeship.
Known as a pre-apprenticeship, this course will give you hands-on project experience to help you develop the wide-range of skills required for many electrical trade jobs. Recognised by the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) and the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) this course is the perfect grounding for a career in the electrical trade or even as the first step towards owning a business.
Upon completion at Swinburne, you’ll receive a Construction Industry White Card and seven units' credit towards the four-year TAFE component of the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician course undertaken by all apprentice electricians.
This course is currently in transition. The course code, title, units, and content may change. Further information will become available on our website, upon enrolment or during your studies. To discuss your study options, please get in touch with us today.
This Free TAFE course is in high demand. Apply early for a better chance of securing your place in it. Otherwise, you may have to wait for the next intake.
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Duration
10 weeks full-time VET Feb Intake: 31/01/2022 (CAPPED). VET April Intake: 26/4/2022. VET July Intake: 11/07/2022 (Croydon Only)
Intakes
Croydon (February, April, July)
Wantirna (February, April, July) - View application and start dates
Study mode
- Full-time

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.


Study this course for low-fee or free in 2022
You could have some or all your tuition fees covered in 2022 thanks to government initiatives JobTrainer and Free TAFE for Priority Courses.
JobTrainer is available if you are 17-24 years or a job seeker of any age, impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Free TAFE for Priority Courses is available if you are under 20 years old, or enrolling in a course at a higher level than you have completed before.
If you don't tick either of these boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too. The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
Units of study
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID001)
Apply occupational health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEENEEE101A)
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEENEEE102A)
Use of routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment (UEENEEE141A)
Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment (UEENEEE148A)
Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities (UEENEEE179A)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives

Graduate skills
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)Estimated course fees for 2022* |
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Course fee options | Full course fee | Skills First Government-subsidised place | Concession rate | Is this a Free TAFE course? |
Total Cost (GST Free) | $6,420 | $2,220 | $444 | Yes |
You could have your tuition fees covered thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 380.
Entry requirements
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059