Electrical Installation and Design Theory

Program Overview

Electrical Installation and Design Theory

Course Overview

This course applies the Australian Standards 3000 and 3008 to the design of an electrical installation. It covers cabling selection for main, sub-mains, and final sub-circuits, including current requirements, division of circuits, voltage drop, short circuit parameters, and earth fault loop impedance requirements.

Course Outcome

• Statement of Participation

Ways to Study

• On campus

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane

Campus

• Eagle Farm
• Bracken Ridge
• Acacia Ridge

Course Details

Eagle Farm

• Study Mode: On Campus
• Start Date: Anytime
• Duration: 3 weeks
• Workload: Part-time, 1-2 nights per week (Tuesday, Wednesday)
• What You'll Pay: Full fee: $275

Bracken Ridge

• Study Mode: On Campus
• Start Date: Anytime
• Duration: 3 weeks
• Workload: Part-time, 1-2 nights per week (Tuesday, Wednesday)
• What You'll Pay: Full fee: $275

Acacia Ridge

• Study Mode: On Campus
• Start Date: Anytime
• Duration: 4 weeks
• Workload: Part-time, 1 night per week (Tuesday)
• What You'll Pay: Full fee: $275

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment

Entry Requirements

• There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
• Selection criteria: To participate in this course, you must be currently employed in the electrotechnology trade either as an apprentice or tradesperson, or hold an Electrical Licence or appropriate work permit from the Queensland Electrical Safety Office.

Resources Required

• Required textbooks: Please ensure you bring to class the current Australian Standards. These are available online on the TAFE Queensland Library Network website.
• Personal protective equipment:
  • Protective footwear: Safety Toe, Leather upper, Non-slip safety footwear must be worn. They must comply with AS2210 and be in good condition.
  • Protective clothing: Long-sleeved cotton shirt, cotton workwear or employer-supplied uniform must be worn at all times.
  • Eye protection: Clear safety glasses, (tinted or sunglasses not acceptable). These must conform to the Australian Standard AS 1336 or AS 1337.
• Materials list:
  • Scientific calculator
  • Pencil HB and 2B
  • Eraser
  • Ruler
  • Pen (four colors)
  • Notebook
  • Sharpener

Important Information

• In addition to this course, you can opt to enroll into NONAC03008 Practical Testing (Switchboards and Circuits), a two-week practical course.
• This electrical installation and design theory course is optional and can be done with or without NONAC03008 Practical Testing (Switchboards and Circuits).

Related Courses

• Practical Testing (Switchboards and Circuits)
  • Non-accredited Short Course
  • Get practical installation testing experience in a safe simulated environment and refresh your knowledge of the Australian Standards.
  • Part-time: 2 weeks