Program Overview

UEE33020 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting

The UEE33020 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting is a nationally accredited qualification that provides competencies to manufacture, fit, assemble, erect, operate, test, fault find, alter, and repair electrical equipment. This qualification includes electrical wiring work only if that work is associated with assembling, maintaining, terminating, or altering the wiring between electrical components within a plant or machinery.

Duration

The program is delivered over a period of 4 years. However, the length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode, and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Applications for 2026 will open in November 2025.

Locations

The course is available at Alice Springs and Casuarina campuses.

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into the UEE33020 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting, candidates are required to:

• Be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT.
• Hold an NT Apprentice Training Licence (Red Card).

Course Structure

To achieve UEE33020 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting, a total of 1060 weighting points must be completed, comprising 810 core weighting points plus 250 general elective weighting points. The electives offered may vary between campuses.

Core Units of Competency

The core units include:

• HLTAID009: Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• UEECD0007: Apply work health and safety regulations, codes, and practices in the workplace
• 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
• UEECD0044: Solve problems in multiple path circuits
• UEECD0046: Solve problems in single path circuits
• UEECD0051: Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes, and specifications
• UEECO0023: Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
• UEEEL0003: Arrange circuits, control, and protection for electrical installations
• UEEEL0005: Develop and connect electrical control circuits
• UEEEL0014: Isolate, test, and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits
• UEEEL0019: Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines
• UEEEL0020: Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
• UEEEL0021: Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
• UEEEL0023: Terminate cables, cords, and accessories for low voltage circuits
• UEEEL0024: Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines
• UEEEL0025: Test and connect transformers
• UEEEL0028: Conduct compliance and functional verification of electrical apparatus and existing circuits
• UEEEL0047: Identify, shut down, and restart systems with alternate supplies
• UEEERE0001: Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

Elective Units of Competency

Elective units include:

• UEEAS0007: Assemble, mount, and connect control gear and switchgear
• UEEAS0009: Mount and wire control panel equipment
• UEEEL0008: Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls
• UEEEL0009: Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment, and controls
• UEEEL0010: Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits
• UEEIC0013: Develop, enter, and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
• UEEIC0041: Solve problems in pressure measurement components and systems
• UEEIC0047: Use instrumentation drawings, specifications, standards, and equipment manuals
• UEEERA0059: Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
• UETDRMP007: Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel

Career Opportunities

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

• Electrical Fitter Technician

Credit Transfers and Advanced Standing

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for this course. RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work, or life experience.

Fees

2026 Fees:

• NT Government supported: $3,965.50 - $4,404.40
• Full Fee: $14,224.30 - $15,798.64

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen.

Accreditation

This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the UEE - Electrotechnology Training Package.

Location and Study Mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.

• Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina
• Study Mode: On campus

Additional Information

Sector: Utilities Industry groups: Electrician (General) Area of study: Electrotechnology