Certificate III in Electronics and Communications

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The Certificate III in Electronics and Communications gives students a broad background in electronics, with an emphasis on digital technology, gate array technologies and the application of microcontrollers, communications and analogue electronics. Students learn how to commission, test, evaluate and diagnose faults in electronic systems and associated apparatus.

Duration

4 years apprenticeship: March, May, August, October intakes.

Study modes

Workplace Training,
Part-time

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

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Students gain additional qualifications as part of this course, including their White Card and Australian Communications and Media Authority open cabler registration, as well as training to apply for a restricted electrical worker’s licence when they begin work.

Course structure

Students are required to complete 14 core units (equalling 680 points) plus 380 elective points as prescribed by the training package rules.

Units of study

Core units

Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities (UEENEEC021B)
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEENEEE101A)
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEENEEE102A)
Solve problems in d.c. circuits (UEENEEE104A)
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEENEEE137A)
Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components (UEENEEH102A)
Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies (UEENEEH111A)
Troubleshoot digital sub-systems (UEENEEH112A)
Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus (UEENEEH113A)
Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus (UEENEEH114A)
Fault find and repair complex power supplies (UEENEEH138A)
Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits (UEENEEH139A)
Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems (UEENEEH146A)
Apply environmentally and sustainable energy procedures in the energy sector (UEENEEK142A)

Elective units

Maintain documentation (20 points) (UEENEEC001B)
Select electronic components for assembly (20 points) (UEENEEA102A)
Use engineering applications software on personal computers (40 points) (UEENEED104A)
Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices (20 points) (UEENEEI116A)
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (20 points) (UEENEEE105A)
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications (40 points) (UEENEEE107A)
Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices (40 points) (UEENEEF107A)
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services (120 points) (UEENEEF102A)
Develop software solutions for microcontroller based systems (60 points) (UEENEEH115A)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Graduates may gain employment in a technician position in the procurement, data cabling, equipment installation and servicing, sales, manufacturing, quality control, system diagnostics, and prototype construction, in industries such as mining, telecommunications, transport, entertainment or medical electronics.

Graduates may also be able to progress to second year of the Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering.

Aims and objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electronic equipment and devices at component/sub-assembly level with options in communications, audio, video and television, personal computer and networks, security and custom installations.

Graduate skills

Graduates will be expected to be able to work under limited supervision.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

This course is not eligible for a VET Student Loan.

Certificate III in Electronics and Communications Estimated course fees for 2019*
You will need to pay this amount	$16,590	$4,970

Estimated course fees for 2019*

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

You will need to pay this amount

$16,590

$4,970

Skills First
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Alternative study methods

2019 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students)
Concession	$994	$331

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,020.

Please note: 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 2019 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted for this course, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Concession

Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Vocational Graduate Certificate/Diploma students are eligible for a concession or exemption of 20% of government subsidised fees if you meet the following criteria:

Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander students
Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

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Entry requirements

Year 11 or equivalent.

How to apply

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059