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Course Overview
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Get your foot in the door of the thriving Electrotechnology industry with the Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start). This course can work as credits towards your apprenticeship while teaching you the crucial skills to work in this advanced and exciting industry.
You’ll learn practical skills using basic hand and power tools that will put you ahead of the curve in any workplace. You’ll also learn basic interview skills and resume writing tips that will give you more options while job seeking, helping to set yourself up for a long and successful career in the industry.
Taught both online and on campus for a 10-week period, you’ll work closely with our expert teachers in a hands-on environment – putting your new skills into practice, ensuring you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
When you finish this course, there are many career options you can take, including being a Licensed Electrician, an Electrical Linesperson, an Instrumentation Fitter or an Automotive Electrician.
All of these options will allow you to gain real-world experience while you decide whether or not to take your career further.
Going further might mean studying a Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician), a Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control, or a Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution Cable Jointing. All of these courses will add to your skillset and improve your future employment opportunities.
So, if you’d like to get started in this industry, we are here to help you enter world of electrotechnology, setting you up for a very successful future.
This course is delivered with a combination of online and on campus workshops.
Times
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8.00 am - 4.30 pmQualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start).Career Opportunities
- Licensed Electrician, Electrical Linesperson, Instrumentation Fitter.
- Automotive Electrician
Opportunities for Further Study
- UEE30811 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician)
- UEE31211 - Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control
- UET30812 - Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution Cable Jointing
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Not Applicable
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Not ApplicablePathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Safety glasses, Personal protective clothing, closed toe footwear ( no mesh), calculator, pens
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Course Modules
| Course units |
| UEENEEE130A Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems |
| HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
| UEENEEP026A Conduct In-service Safety Testing Of Electrical Cord Connected Equipment And Cord Assemblies |
| UEENEEK142A Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector |
| UEENEEE179A Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities |
| UEENEEE148A Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment |
| UEENEEE141A Use of routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment |
| UEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. circuits |
| UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEA101A Assemble electronic components |
| CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry |
Assessment
Practical experiences, practical demonstrations, practical demonstrations in simulated work conditions, problem solving