Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

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National code: UEE30811 Certificate (TAFE) Send me a link to this course

The Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician is for people who are employed as electrical apprentices. Students complete practical and theory units to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to work at trade level in the electrical industry.

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Duration

4 years part-time with licensing requirements (Croydon and Wantirna campuses)

Study mode

Part-time (day)

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

This course is designed for those who are employed as electrical apprentices. Students complete practical and theory units to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to work at trade level within the electrical industry.

Course structure

Students are required to complete 22 units, including 20 core units and two elective units. This will be delivered in the classroom with practical activities and online components.

Units of study

Core units

Participate in electrical work and competency development activities (UEENEEC020B)
Apply Occupational Health Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEENEEE101A)
Fabricate, dismantle, assemble of utilities industry components (UEENEEE102A)
Solve problems in d.c. circuits (UEENEEE104A)
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (UEENEEE105A)
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications (UEENEEE107A)
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEENEEE137A)
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines (UEENEEG006A)
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits (UEENEEG033A)
Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations (UEENEEG063A)
Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits (UEENEEG101A)
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits (UEENEEG102A)
Install low voltage wiring and accessories (UEENEEG103A)
Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations (UEENEEG104A)
Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations (UEENEEG105A)
Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits (UEENEEG106A)
Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations (UEENEEG107A)
Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits (UEENEEG108A)
Develop and connect electrical control circuits (UEENEEG109A)

Apply environmental and sustainable procedures in the energy sector (UEENEEK142A)

Elective units

Use basic computer applications relevant to a energy sector workplace (UEENEED101A)

Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services (UEENEEF102A)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

Possible employment as a licenced electrician, or further studies in solar power, grid connect, contractor's licence, home automation, PLCs, or motor control.

Aims and objectives

Persons gaining this qualification will be expected to be able to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises. They will also have fulfilled ERAC requirements for an Electrician’s license.

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.

Pathways

Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing. Students can take advantage of pathway arrangements from one Swinburne course to another or benefit from study completed at another institution. Pathway options may be subject to academic performance. Learn more about pathways.

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 Electrotechnology Electrician Estimated course fees for 2017*
$12,680	N/A	-TBC		$12,680

Estimated course fees for 2017*

Goverment loan
(This must be repaid once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold)

Victorian government grant
(This is deducted from your fees if you are eligible)

Non-deferrable fee
(This must be paid during your studies)

Full course fee

VET Student Loan

Deductible amount for students eligible for the Skills First government-subsidised place

Remaining amount to be paid if you are eligible for Skills First

Remaining amount to be paid if you are not eligible for Skills First

$12,680

N/A

-TBC

$12,680

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Alternative study methods

2017 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students)
Concession	$918	$306

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,100.

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 2017 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.

Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Students must be apprenticed to an employer and be at least 17 years of age unless they have a special dispensation from their school which will allow them to start earlier.

How to apply

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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