Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) - VDSS

Get your electrotechnology career started here.

This pre-apprenticeship course for VET Delivered to School Students (VDSS) will give you a head start in the industry, as you learn practical workplace skills involving basic hand and power tool use and the necessary knowledge to get your foot in the door.

You’ll also learn basic interview skills and resume writing to enhance your job seeking techniques for when you’re ready to enter the workforce.

Course Overview

Get your electrotechnology career started here.

This pre-apprenticeship course for VET Delivered to School Students (VDSS) will give you a head start in the industry, as you learn practical workplace skills involving basic hand and power tool use and the necessary knowledge to get your foot in the door.

You’ll also learn basic interview skills and resume writing to enhance your job seeking techniques for when you’re ready to enter the workforce.

Proposed Units

  • CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
  • UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEEAS0001 Assemble electronic components
  • UEEAS0004 Select electronic components for assembly
  • UEECD0009 Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment
  • UEECD0021 Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities
  • UEECD0038 Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems
  • UEECD0046 Solve problems in single path circuits
  • UEECD0052 Use routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment
  • UEERE0001 Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
  • UEECO0002 Maintain documentation
  • UEEIC0002 Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
  • UEERE0021 Provide basic sustainable energy solutions for energy reduction in residential premises
  • UEERL0003 Conduct In-service Safety Testing Of Electrical Cord Connected Equipment And Cord Assemblies
  • UEECD0035 Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
  • UEERL0001 Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply

Pre-Requisites

Nil

Clothing and Equipment

  • Solid closed in shoes
  • Safety gear must be worn to all classes
  • Branded uniform shirt, safety glasses and ear protection will be supplied

Pathways

  • Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (Apprenticeship)
  • Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation
  • Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control

Potential Job Outcomes

  • Electrician
  • Electrical Engineer

Entry Requirements

NA

Course Type

Accredited Course; VDSS

Course Code

UEE22020

Campus

Morwell

Sale (Gtec)

Completion

Full

Duration

2 Years

Scored Assessment

No

VET in VCE

Yes

Structured Workplace Learning

Strongly Recommended

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or call 1300 133 717.
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2025. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2025. National Provider Number 0417