Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

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Course Overview

The Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician is the recognised qualification to become a qualified Licensed Electrician.

There's a lot more to being an electrician than plugs and switches. You'll work with all sorts of people and in all sorts of environments. Studying your Apprenticeship at GOTAFE, you'll learn to select, install, set up, test, repair, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.

Develop the skills to work in commercial, residential, and industrial wiring projects, solve problems with a variety of circuit types, and repair faults in a range of electrical apparatus.

Graduate as a licensed Electrician under the Electrical Regulatory Authority Council.

This course is delivered as an Apprenticeship.

Career Pathways

This course prepares you to work in the Electrotechnology industry. Roles you may be eligible for include:

Electrician
Electrician (Explosion Equipment)
Electronics Tradesperson (Marine)
Lift Electrician
Vending Machine Servicer
Electrician (Hazardous Areas)
Meter Installer (Electricity)
Fire Protection Technician

Further Study

After graduating, you might like to undertake further study in the UEE40611 Certificate IV in Electrotechnology – Systems Electrician.

Some students also consider gaining a second Qualification (Dual trade) in a related field such as UEE32211 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or Instrumentation.

Course Dates & Times

Currently there are no upcoming sessions available for this course. To register your interest in this course, click the "Register Your Interest" button at the top of this page.

Fee Information

All applicants fall under one of the following:

To be elegible for a government subsidy you must:

Be an Australian citizen; or
A new holder of a permanent visa; or
A New Zealand citizen

1. Subsidised Apprentice

$3,643.00

2. Subsidised Apprentice (Concession)

$729.00

3. Full Fee

$6,790.00

All applicants are liable for the following costs:

Course Materials

$1,546.00

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2019 and may change without notice. 2020 fees are yet to be published.

Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.

Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:

Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
Excursions

Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

Entry Requirements

Training package entry requirements
There are no training package entry requirements for this qualification.

GOTAFE preferred entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:

Attend an interview
Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
Please apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider (australianapprenticeships.gov.au) with your employer to organise your apprenticeship contract prior to applying for this course
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement

Course Study Units

Core Units

UEENEEC020B

Participate in electrical work and competency development activities

UEENEEE101A

Apply Occupational Health And Safety Regulations, Codes And Practices In The Workplace

UEENEEE102A

Fabricate, Assemble And Dismantle Utilities Industry Components

UEENEEE104A

Solve Problems In D.C. Circuits

UEENEEE105A

Fix And Secure Electrotechnology Equipment

UEENEEE107A

Use Drawings, Diagrams, Schedules, Standards, Codes And Specifications

UEENEEE137A

Document And Apply Measures To Control OHS Risks Associated With Electrotechnology Work

UEENEEG006A

Solve Problems In Single And Three Phase Low Voltage Machines

UEENEEG033A

Solve Problems In Single And Three Phase Low Voltage Electrical Apparatus And Circuits

UEENEEG063A

Arrange Circuits, Control And Protection For General Electrical Installations

UEENEEG101A

Solve Problems In Electromagnetic Devices And Related Circuits

UEENEEG102A

Solve Problems In Low Voltage A.C. Circuits

UEENEEG103A

Install Low Voltage Wiring And Accessories

UEENEEG104A

Install Appliances, Switchgear And Associated Accessories For Low Voltage Electrical Installations

UEENEEG105A

Verify Compliance And Functionality Of Low Voltage General Electrical Installations

UEENEEG106A

Terminate Cables, Cords And Accessories For Low Voltage Circuits

UEENEEG107A

Select Wiring Systems And Cables For Low Voltage General Electrical Installations

UEENEEG108A

Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits

UEENEEG109A

Develop And Connect Electrical Control Circuits

UEENEEK142A

Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

Elective Units

CPCCOHS1001A

Work safely in the construction industry

HLTAID001

Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

UEENEED101A

Use Computer Applications Relevant To A Workplace

UEENEEF102A

Install And Maintain Cabling For Multiple Access To Telecommunication Services

UEENEEJ102A

Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings

UEENEEJ103A

Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems

UEENEEJ104A

Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems

UEENEEJ105A

Position, assemble and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems

UEENEEJ172A

Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - split systems

UETTDRRF06B

Perform rescue from a live LV panel

Assessment Methods

Assessments methods may include:

Knowledge tests
Projects
Work observation evidence
Demonstration
Online Assessments

Course Co-ordinator

Allan McLean
Campus: Shepparton

Tristan McNaught
Campus: Wangaratta

Attendance & Commitment

It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.

Apprentices are required to attend all classes, practical sessions and appointments with your Trainer/Assessor.

Where to From Here

If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or click Enquire Now.

Educational Support Services

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Student Support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.

Services include on campus supports and remote supports

Counselling
employment information
careers
activities etc.

Learn more about support services

Learner's Rights

Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

Aspirations/career goals
Educational attainment and capability
Literacy and numeracy skills
Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.

Skills Recognition

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

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