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Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview In the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical, you'll learn to design, validate, and evaluate electrical equipment and systems, as well as provide technical advice and sales. As an engineering associate, you'll focus on specific elements of electrical systems, dealing with the production and distribution of energy. As our society increasingly depends on electrical and electronic devices, these skills are in high demand. You’ll build expertise in installing, testing and monitoring equipment and systems, solving problems and managing large electrical projects. Following graduation, you’ll be qualified to work in the electrical industry.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks Academic requirements You must have: Successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) ( or equivalent ) OR Successfully completed Post-Secondary studies in a related field (Certificate II or above) OR At least 6 months of full-time work experience (or part-time equivalent) in a related field per a detailed resume. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 50% (see calculator below). Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies course or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades. Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted. Entry score calculator Select a study location* Select study location Bangladesh Cambodia Canada China Colombia Denmark Germany Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Kenya Kuwait Malaysia Mauritius Mexico Nepal New Zealand Nigeria Norway Pakistan Saudi Arabia Scotland Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand United Arab Emirates United Kingdom USA Vietnam Other country Philippines Select a qualification gained* Select qualification gained Go Minimum Score Required Don’t meet the requirements? Learn about your pathway options Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36) C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career As a graduate, you may become responsible for electrical and control support, and administering and upgrading electrical facilities in small, medium or large-sized enterprises. You'll gain skills in the installation, maintenance and administration of electrical and automation infrastructure. These will be applicable to a wide range of business, manufacturing and operational occupations where electrical technology underpins the business operations. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation This program is accredited by Engineers Australia . Graduates of the program will be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia at Engineering Associate level. Australia is a signatory to the International Engineering Alliance, also known as the Dublin Accord , for engineering technicians. Graduates of the program will be recognised in all countries that are signatories to the accord. <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is AU$48,246, which includes a tuition fee of AU$47,500 and a non-tuition fee of AU$746.
The course has a duration of 104 weeks and is delivered at RMIT University's campus at 124 Latrobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria.
The CRICOS course code for the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical at RMIT University is 114569M, and the VET National Code is UEE62122.
This course is a VET-level Advanced Diploma and does not meet the criteria for extended Post-Study Work Rights, as that eligibility is limited to Skills Level 1 qualifications such as Bachelor, Masters, or PhD degrees.
You can contact RMIT University's International Admissions Manager, Amm Jones, by phone at 03 9925 5148 or by email at intladmissions@rmit.edu.au. The institution's website is www.rmit.edu.au.
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