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*
UEERE0001 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.

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