UEE40620

Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Systems Electrician (116669B)

Course Description

This qualification covers competencies to select, install, commission, fault find and maintain fire protection control systems in buildings. This qualification allows NSW approved Electricians to go to the next step in their career. It covers competencies to select, install, commission, fault find and maintain electrical systems and equipment with options, typically in explosion protection; electrical machines; electrical inspection; safety auditing; contracting; lifts and energy supply/distribution.

KEY INFORMATION

Duration 52 weeks including holidays
AQF Level 4
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

The entry requirement for this qualification is:
• UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
or
• a current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.

The qualification is made up of a total of 440 weighting points comprising:
• 120 core weighting points delivered throughout the 4 core units; plus

• 320 general elective weighting points delivered through the 5 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

UEECD0024 Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures
UEECD0010 Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
UEECD0027 Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan*
UEERE0015 Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and procedures

Career opportunities

Possible career opportunities relevant to this qualification include:

  • Electrical Trade Technician

Elective units

UEEDV0005 Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
UEEIC0018 Diagnose and rectify faults in digital controls systems
UEEIC0027 Provide solutions to pneumatic-hydraulic system operations
UEEIC0012 Develop structured programs to control external devices
UEEIC0020 Fault find and repair analogue circuits and components in electronic control systems

Pathways for Further Education

This qualification provides a pathway for students to continue their studies in the tertiary domain and study Bachelor of Engineering.

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