Certificate III in Electronics and Communications
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.
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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
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.
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)
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)
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.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Certificate III in Electronics and CommunicationsEstimated course fees for 2020* |
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| Course fee options | Full course fee | Skills First Government-subsidised place | Concession rate |
| Total Cost (GST Free) | $17,260 | $5,170 | $1,034 |
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 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
This course is delivered with state government funding.
Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
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.
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
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.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 1,020.
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Entry requirements
Year 11 or equivalent.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply.
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Submit an online enquiry
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059