Electrician

Electrician

Certificate III in Electrotechnology (UEE30807)

This qualification delivers the basic foundations and content for students to develop the skills and knowledge used in the electrical industry for a variety of residential, commercial and industrial premises. Students will learn how to apply safe work practices necessary for the safe use and maintenance of a wide range of tools and equipment generally used on-the-job.

These include:

  • power tools
  • switchboards
  • testing equipment
  • cabling
  • multimeters

The course includes Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) requirements for an ‘electrician’s licence’.

Job Summary

The apprentice undertaking this role will select, install, set up, fault find, repair and maintain electrical components, wiring, equipment and systems.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will complete the program with the skills and knowledge recognised in industry for roles and titles in various electrical sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

  • Electrician
  • Cable Jointer
  • Electrical Linesperson

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that apprentices have a high level of maths for entry into this qualification. Some apprentices may require appropriate bridging training to ensure successful completion.

Program Subjects

To obtain a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician 26 Units of competency will be completed in the following areas:

  • Apply OHS practices in the workplace
  • Dismantle assemble and fabricate Electrotechnology components
  • Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits
  • Solve problems in extra-low voltage multiple path circuits
  • Fix and secure equipment
  • Document occupational hazards and risks in electrical work
  • Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals
  • Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage circuits
  • Solve problems in electromagnetic circuits
  • Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage circuits
  • Install wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits
  • Install low voltage electrical apparatus and associated equipment
  • Verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
  • Select and arrange equipment for general electrical installations
  • Find and repair faults in electrical apparatus and circuits
  • Develop and connect control circuits
  • Participate in electrical work and development activities
  • Use basic computer applications relevant to a workplace
  • Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
  • Use engineering applications software
  • Develop, verify and enter programs for programmable logic controllers
  • Solve problems in multiple path a.c. circuits
  • Plan an integrated cabling system
  • Lay and connect cables for multiple access to telecommunication services
  • Plan electrical installations with a LV demand up to 400A per phase
  • Plan switchboard and control panel layout