Gain an insight into the electrical industry and become job-ready.

Learn basic hand and electrotechnology skills such assembling a power supply unit and fluoro lights, as well as the basics of electrical theory needed to prepare you for entry into an apprenticeship. This course provides eight months off your school curriculum to complete the course.

• Location:
  Melton and Sunshine
• Faculty:
  Faculty of Technical and Trades Innovation
• School:
  School of Engineering and Industrial Training
• Study mode:
  Full Time and Part Time
• Delivery mode:
  On campus
• Course code:
  21887VIC
• Duration:
  0.5 years
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• electrical apprentice

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

This course is a prevocational program that will enable students to gain employment as an apprentice or trainee within the electrotechnology industry.

• Perform Computations

  Unit code

  MEM12024A

• Dismantle, Assemble and Fabricate Electrotechnology Components

  Unit code

  UEENEEE002B

• Solve Problems in Extra-Low Voltage Single Path Circuits

  Unit code

  UEENEEE003B

• Solve Problems in Multiple Path D.C. Circuits

  Unit code

  UEENEEE004B

• Fix and Secure Equipment

  Unit code

  UEENEEE005B

• Use Drawings, Diagrams, Schedules and Manuals

  Unit code

  UEENEEE007B

• Document Occupational Hazards and Risks in Electrical

  Unit code

  UEENEEE033B

• Identify and Select Components / Accessories / Materials for Electrotechnology Work Activities

  Unit code

  UEENEEE040B

• Produce Routine Products for Carrying Out Electrotechnology Work Activities

  Unit code

  UEENEEE042B

• Provide Basic Sustainable Energy Solutions for Energy Reduction in Domestic Premises

  Unit code

  UEENEEK012B

• Attach Cords and Plugs to Electrical Equipment for Connection to a Single Phase 250 Volt Supply

  Unit code

  UEENEEP002B

• Conduct in-Service Safety Testing of Electrical Cord Assemblies and Cord Connected Equipment

  Unit code

  UEENEEP008B

• Maintain Documentation

  Unit code

  UEENEEC001B

• Use Basic Computer Applications Relevant to a Workplace

  Unit code

  UEENEED001B

• Assemble, Set Up and Test Personal Computers

  Unit code

  UEENEED002B

• Carry Out Preparatory Electrotechnology Work Activities

  Unit code

  UEENEEE022B

• Use of Routine Equipment / Plant / Technologies in an Electrotechnology Environment

  Unit code

  UEENEEE041B

• Lay and Connect Cabling for Direct Access to Telecommunications Services

  Unit code

  UEENEEF001B

• Solve Problems in Data and Voice Communications Circuits

  Unit code

  UEENEEF006B

• Carry Out Basic Repairs to Computer Equipment by Replacement of Modules / Sub-Assemblies

  Unit code

  UEENEEH001B

• Carry Out Basic Repairs to Electronic Apparatus by Replacement of Components

  Unit code

  UEENEEH002B

• Set Up and Test Residential Audio / Video Equipment

  Unit code

  UEENEEH004B

• Prepare Refrigeration Tubing and Fittings

  Unit code

  UEENEEJ002B

• Determine the Basic Operating Conditions of Vapour Compression Systems

  Unit code

  UEENEEJ003B

• Apply Environment and Sustainable Energy Procedures

  Unit code

  UETTDREL01A

• Operate Plant and Equipment Near Live Electrical Conductors / Apparatus

  Unit code

  UETTDREL02A

• Perform Basic Welding and Thermal Cutting Processes to Fabricate Engineering Structures

  Unit code

  VBN782

To achieve the award of a Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies (Pre-vocational) participants must successfully complete 14 units of competency consisting of: − all 12 core units; and − any 2 elective units.

• TAFE: To qualify for admission to this course students will need to be assessed by the Department as being capable of successfully completing the course; or a combination of educational and life experience
• Year 12: To qualify for admission to this course students will need to be assessed by the Department as being capable of successfully completing the course; or a combination of educational and life experience
• Mature: To qualify for admission to this course students will need to be assessed by the Department as being capable of successfully completing the course; or a combination of educational and life experience