Course Overview

About This Course

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'. Competency development activities in this qualification are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training through an Australian Apprenticeship, may be required. To obtain an Unrestricted Electrician's Licence in most jurisdictions the qualification must be completed as an apprenticeship or Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) pathway. Where required for Licencing, the certification documentation issued must indicate if the qualification was completed as an apprenticeship or Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) pathway.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

International students must be 18 years or older
Provide evidence to demonstrate both academic and English language entry requirements

Academic Requirements:

Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent; or other relevant qualifications

English Language Requirements:

Academic IELTS 6.0 overall, no less than 5.5 in each band, or upper intermediate, or EAP from approved ELICOS/ESL centre or equivalent

Note:

Any AQF qualification at the Certificate III level or above in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English only will be deemed as meeting both the academic and English language entry requirements

Licensing/Regulatory:

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification

Equipment Requirements:

Sunbeam will provide access to your course materials through online platform and course handouts. Students will have access at college computers; required software's (eg, IT software's and Microsoft suite) are installed in college computers for students to use

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

This Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820 can lead to a career as a domestic, commercial, or industrial electrician. Possible employment across several industries, including manufacturing, construction, and mining. After successful completion students can work in house for a large or small company, as an external consultant or as a self-employed tradesperson in roles such as: Electrician, Electronics trades worker, Telecommunications trades worker.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units29 units

HLTAID009

Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

UEECD0007

Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

UEECO0023

Participate in electrical work and competency development activities

UEERE0001

Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

UETDRRف004

Perform rescue from a live LV panel

UEECD0016

Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

UEECD0019

Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

UEECD0020

Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment

UEECD0046

Solve problems in single path circuits

UEECD0051

Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications

UEECD0044

Solve problems in multiple path circuits

UEEEEL0021

Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices

UEEEEL0019

Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines

UEEEEL0020

Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits

UEEEEL0023

Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits

UEEEEL0003

Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations

UEEEEL0008

Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls

UEEEEL0009

Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls

UEEEEL0010

Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits

UEEEEL0024

Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines

UEEEEL0025

Test and connect transformers

UEEEEL0047

Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies

UEEEEL0005

Develop and connect electrical control circuits

UEEEEL0014

Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits

UEEEEL0018

Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations

UEEEEL0012

Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories

UEEEEL0039

Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations

UEEDV0005

Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services

Elective unit

UEEDV0008

Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the total course fees for the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician?

The total course fees are AUD $40,000 for tuition, plus an Enrolment Fee of AUD $500 and Material Fees of AUD $3,500.

Will completing this course allow me to work as a licensed electrician in Australia?

To become a licensed electrician in Australia, you must complete the UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, which is the main qualification required. After completing the course, you will need to meet additional licensing requirements set by your state or territory regulator, as state and territory jurisdictions have different regulatory requirements depending on the level of licensing you need.

What are the English language requirements for international students?

International students must meet the following English language requirements: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band, or upper intermediate, or EAP from an approved ELICOS/ESL centre or equivalent. Note that any AQF qualification at the Certificate III level or above delivered and assessed in English only will be deemed as meeting both the academic and English language entry requirements.

What further study pathways are available after completing this qualification?

Pathways from the UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician can lead to the UEE40620 Certificate IV in Electrotechnology – Systems Electrician or other higher education qualifications.

How is this course delivered, and how many hours per week will I need to study?

Students study full time in a mixed mode of delivery that integrates scheduled face-to-face classes of 20 hours per week during term time, along with use of the Online Learning Management System as a portal in the classroom or other materials, through which the trainer will teach units and deepen students' knowledge through a range of teaching and learning methods and extra resources.

Application

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