Certificate IV In Electronics And Communications

A career in electronics and communications starts here

Course code

UEE40711

On campus

Dandenong

Online

Not available Online

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 1.5 years. Part Time, 3 years.

Start dates

Full Time: 11 Feb. Part Time: Ongoing dates

• Read more about this course

  Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of theory and practice. This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment as an electronics technician in government, semi-government or private organisations. The course can be completed part time over three years or full time over one and a half years.
  
  Once complete, you can extend your skills by studying Chisholm’s Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering.
  
  Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

• Sample study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  UEENEEE104A	Solve problems in d.c. circuits
  UEENEEH138A	Fault find and repair complex power supplies
  UEENEEH146A	Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
  UEENEEK145A	Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable energy policies and procedures
  UEENEEE117A	Implement and monitor energy sector OHS policies and procedures
  UEENEEE038B	Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  UEENEEH114A	Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  UEENEEE101A	Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  UEENEEH102A	Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  UEENEEE102A	Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  UEENEEH139A	Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  UEENEEH111A	Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies
  UEENEEH112A	Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
  UEENEEE124A	Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
  UEENEEH113A	Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  UEENEEE137A	Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

• Career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate IV In Electronics And Communications	Advanced Diploma Of Electronics And Communications Engineering
  Possible job outcome	electronics technician electronics installer electronics technical analyst	electronics assembler electronics technician

• Skills recognition

  Did you know that your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out more about skills recognition and RPL.

• Admission requirements

  Year 11 (VCE) or equivalent, or mature age

• Fees

  Fees

  Indicative course fees
  	Government subsidised Student eligible for Skills First funding but not a concession.		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
  	Concession Student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.
  Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$934.40	$4672.00	$16320.00
  Total course materials fee (GST inc)	$520.00	$520.00	$520.00
  Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$120	$240	$240
  Payable	$1574.40	$5432.00	$17080.00

  *The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances.  Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

• Help with fees

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition 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 our more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

  Government-subsidised training

  Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.