Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Get a broad understanding of electrical and telecommunications cabling

Course code

UEE30820

Delivery location

Berwick, Dandenong, Frankston, Mornington Peninsula

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 4 years.

Start dates

Ongoing

• Read more about this course

  During the course, you’ll learn about electrical principles; trade theory and practice; telecommunications; general contracting; electrical wiring; industrial control; and workplace safety. Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of theory and practice.
  
  Students will need to purchase text books and their own copies of the Australian Standards which are relevant to carrying out electrical work at their own expense.
  
  INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
  Work boots are required for this course.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  UEECD0007	Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  UEEEL0003	Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations
  UEEEL0039	Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
  UEEEL0005	Develop and connect electrical control circuits
  UEECD0016	Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  UEEEL0008	Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls
  UEERE0001	Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
  UEEEL0009	Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls
  UEEEL0012	Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories
  UEEEL0010	Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits
  UEECD0019	Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  UEEDV0008	Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling
  UEEEL0047	Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies
  UEEEL0014	Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits
  UEEDV0005	Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
  UEECO0023	Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
  UEEEL0023	Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
  UEECD0020	Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
  UETDRRF004	Perform rescue from a live LV panel
  UEEEL0024	Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines
  UEEEL0018	Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations
  UEECD0051	Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
  UEECD0046	Solve problems in single path circuits
  UEEEL0021	Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
  UEEEL0025	Test and connect transformers
  UEEEL0020	Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
  UEEEL0019	Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines
  HLTAID009	Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  UEECD0044	Solve problems in multiple path circuits

• Course and career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
  Possible job outcome	apprentice electrician

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

• Admission requirements

  All students must have a registered USI and complete a pre-training review prior to enrolment, Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer, Be physically capable of sustaining CPR for at least two (2) minutes on the floor to successfully complete the requirements of the course, Complete a pre-training assessment for language, literacy and numeracy skills., Please Note: Students need to have sufficient mobility and dexterity to navigate simulated building sites (including working at heights) and manual handling of building materials, tool and equipment.

• Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

  Fees

  Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
  Concession	$1,173	ConcessionAmount
  Government subsidised	$5,865	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
  Full fee paying	$21,390	FullfeeAmount
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$2,415	MaterialFeeAmount
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
  Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

  Total fees  

  *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
  **You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

• Help with fees

  Apprentices

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

  Government-subsidised training

  Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligiblity requirements for government-subsidised training.

  Other financial assistance available for apprentices

  As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

  Employers

  As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance