Certificate IV In Electronics And Communications

A career in electronics and communications starts here

Extend your skills in design, prototyping, testing and installation of electronic circuits and systems.

When you complete the Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications, you’ll have the confidence and competence to work as a technician in the electronics industry.

During the course, you’ll learn more about electronic principles; analogue electronics; digital electronics; microcontroller systems; radio frequency (RF) communications; troubleshooting; repairs; and workplace safety.

Course code: UEE40711
Location: Dandenong
Length: Part Time, 3 years.
Commencing: Full-time commencing in February or self-paced commencing monthly throughout the year

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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
UEENEEK145A	Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable energy policies and procedures
UEENEEH146A	Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
UEENEEH138A	Fault find and repair complex power supplies

Admission requirements
Year 11 (VCE) or equivalent, or mature age

Fees

Fees
Fees and charges	Concession card holder or dependant	Government subsidised	Full-fee-paying student
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$870.40	$4352.00	$12928.00
Materials fee (GST inc)	$400.00	$400.00	$400.00
Student Services and Amenities fee (GST inc)	$75.00	$175.00	$175.00
Ancillary fee	$25.00	$25.00	$25.00
Total	$1370.40	$4952.00	$13528.00

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

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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.

Career pathways

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