Program Overview

UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Course Description

The UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician qualification is a pathway to a career in the electrotechnology sector. It will give students the required knowledge and practical exercises required by industry. This qualification allows graduates to apply for a NSW Electrician’s Licence. It covers electrical systems and equipment installation, testing, fault finding, repair, and maintenance of circuitry needed to apply for an Electrician licence.

KEY INFORMATION

• Duration: 128 weeks including holidays
• AQF Level: 3
• Course Delivery: Face-to-Face

Course Entry Requirements

International Students

• Students must be 18 years or above.
• Complete a Pre-Enrolment Review prior to enrolment
• Complete an online language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment (on campus)
• Basic-intermediate level of computer skills
• Proficient in English International Students require either an
  • IELTS level of 5.5 or above with no band under 5.0 or
  • TOEFL 62 (internet-based) or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) 46 or
  • Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 162 or
  • OET score of C for each test component

Domestic Students

• 18 years of age or older
• Satisfactorily completed Year 12 or equivalent
• Be able to read and comprehend course requirements
• Have an intermediate understanding of computers and the internet to assist with conducting research and complete assessments

Course Structure

This qualification must be delivered through a total of 1,110 weighting points comprising 990 core weighting points plus a further 120 general elective weighting points. This is achieved by delivering 27 Core units of competency and 2 elective units

All students enrolled in this qualification will undertake practical exercises and laboratory work.

Lab work requirements

• Hold a National Criminal Police Check
• First Aid Course certificate

Core units

• UEEEL0021 | Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices*
• UEEEL0003 | Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations*
• UEEEL0005 | Develop and connect electrical control circuits*
• UEECO0023 | Participate in electrical work and competency development activities*
• UEEEL0014 | Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits*
• UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
• UEEEL0010 | Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits*
• UEECD0046 | Solve problems in single path circuits*
• UEEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
• UEEEL0025 | Test and connect transformers*
• UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications*
• UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work*
• UEEEL0020 | Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits*
• UEEEL0012 | Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories*
• UEEEL0047 | Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies*
• UEEEL0018 | Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations*
• UEEEL0023 | Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits*
• UEEEL0039 | Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations*
• UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components*
• UEEEL0024 | Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines*
• UEEEL0009 | Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls*
• UEEEL0019 | Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines*
• UEEEL0008 | Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls*
• UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment*
• UETDRRF004 | Perform rescue from a live LV panel*
• UEECD0044 | Solve problems in multiple path circuits*
• HLTAID009 & HLTAID011 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation & First Aid

Elective units

• UEEEL0046 | Find and repair faults in LV d.c. electrical apparatus and circuits*
• UEEEL0069 | Select and arrange equipment for special LV electrical installations*

Career opportunities

Possible career opportunities relevant to this qualification include:

• Licensed Electrician
• Safety Inspector
• Renewable Energy Technician

Pathways for Further Education

This qualification provides a pathway for students to continue their studies and enhance their skills through UEE40620 – Certificate IV in Electrotechnology Electrician.