UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

VU course code: UEE30820 | Level of study: TAFE

Duration

4 years part time

Delivery mode

Face to Face with eLearning

Fees

VET

Location

Sunshine

Overview

Gain the skills and knowledge to become a licensed electrician with a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820 at Victoria University.

Combine on-the-job training with your employer with this practical and theoretical apprenticeship course.

You’ll gain skills and knowledge in:

electrotechnology equipment
fabricating industry components
single and multiple path circuits
applying drawings and diagrams
electrical work development
electrical installation
low voltage heating equipment
low voltage socket outlets
magnetic and electromagnetic devices
telecommunication cabling
communication copper cabling
troubleshooting
environmental sustainability
work health and safety practices.

You will learn how to complete all phases of electrical systems and equipment, including selecting, installing, setting up, testing, fault finding, repairing and maintaining electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises to satisfy the Electrical Regulatory Authority Council’s requirements.

On completion, you can apply to sit the licensing exam through Energy Safe Victoria or continue with further study.

: This qualification provides individuals with the skills and knowledge to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises. It includes Electrical Regulatory Authority Council (ERAC), or their successor’s, Essential Performance Capabilities for an ‘Unrestricted Electrician’s license’.
: This course is offered as an apprentice program over four years.

To study this course, you must be currently employed as an apprentice electrician.
: Everything you learn at Victoria University Polytechnic has direct links to the real world. You’ll learn practical skills on special purpose machinery at our Construction Hub, giving you the chance to test out your theoretical knowledge.

You’ll learn from teachers who have valuable industry contacts and the latest industry-standard skills. You’ll also develop links with industry and professional experience through:

industry projects

live work

industry simulation.
: Victoria University is a supportive place to study. We have a range of academic support programs that can help you if you're struggling with your studies.

We can help you with your assignments and assessment tasks, maths, writing skills and English language support, as well as showing you effective ways to study and manage your time and preparation. Our study support programs include:

workshops and study groups

student mentors and peer learning

maths and writing resources.

We also have disability support services and counselling services available for all students.

This course is nationally recognised training.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a different course. We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’, which lets you finish your course more quickly when you have gained some of the skills required from past study or work experience.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course Structure

The course structure comprises the following core and elective units. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback.

To be awarded the UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, a student must successfully complete a total of One thousand, one hundred and ten (1,110) weighting points, comprising of:

Nine hundred and Ninety (990) Core weighting points, and;
One hundred and twenty (120) Elective weighting points.

Note:

Elective units are to be selected from the Group A general elective units, or up to 40 general elective weighting points, may be selected, with appropriate contextualisation, from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that selected units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification.

Electives must be industry relevant as well as be approved by the Polytechnic.

Units

Fees & Scholarships

TAFE fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything).

Read below to find out about the fee ‘type’, the estimated yearly tuition costs for this course, and the financial support on offer.

Fees

Scholarships

CAREERS

Electrical skills are highly sought after and there are strong employment prospects for electricians. Visit the Jobs and Skills Australia website for salary and other job information.

This Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820 can lead to a career as a domestic, commercial or industrial electrician. You could find employment across several industries, including manufacturing, construction and mining. You could work in-house for a large or small company, as an external consultant or as a self-employed tradesperson.

You could work in roles such as:

electrician
air conditioning/refrigeration mechanic
electronics trades worker
telecommunications trades worker.

Professional recognition

Once complete, this qualification allows you to apply to become a licensed electrician through Energy Safe Victoria.

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