Course Overview

This qualification provides competencies to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises. It includes ERAC requirements for an Electrician’s Licence.

Qualified electricians are employed in domestic, commercial, industrial and heavy industrial sectors. Electricians can enjoy a wide range of career options including being a Registered Electrical Contractor.

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Employment Prospects

• Electrician
• Electrical tradesperson

Entry Requirements

• Applicants must be currently employed as an apprentice in the electrotechnology industry and have a valid contract of training in place

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

Assessment is competency based and includes observation, written assignments, tests and practical application in simulated workplace conditions.

Course Structure

Unit Code	Unit Name
Core Competency Standard Units All core competency standard units to be achieved
UEENEEC020B	Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
UEENEEE001B	Apply OHS practices in the workplace
UEENEEE002B	Dismantle, assemble and fabricate electrotechnology components
UEENEEE003B	Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits
UEENEEE004B	Solve problems in multiple path d.c. circuits
UEENEEE005B	Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals
UEENEEE007B	Lay wiring and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage circuits
UEENEEE008B	Document occupational hazards and risks in electrical
UEENEEE033B	Solve problems in electromagnetic circuits
UEENEEG001B	Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage circuits
UEENEEG002B	Install wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits
UEENEEG003B	Install low voltage electrical apparatus and associated equipment
UEENEEG004B	Verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
UEENEEG007B	Select and arrange equipment for general electrical installations
UEENEEG008B	Find and repair faults in electrical apparatus and circuits
UEENEEG009B	Develop and connect control circuits
Stream Core Competency Standard Units At least 2 of the following competency standard units to be achieved
UEENEEC001B	Maintain documentation
UEENEEC002B	Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
UEENEEC003B	Provide quotations for installation or service jobs
UEENEEC01013	Deliver a service to customers
UEENEED001B	Use basic computer applications relevant to a workplace
UEENEEE009B	Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes
UEENELE020B	Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
UEENEEK042A	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Elective Competency Standard Units In accordance with Schedule 3, which forms an integral part of this qualification, achieve a Unit Strand Total of at least 6 as specified. Note: 1. Prerequisite pathways shall be identified and met for all elective units selected. 2. In selecting elective units considerations to career planning advice should be given to units that form part of a prerequisite pathway for the progression to achieve particular competencies or qualification at a higher level.