UEE30820 Electrical Apprenticeship

An electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair work on a multitude of electrical projects. It doesn’t stop there either! If you’re keen to further develop specialist skills, upon completion of your apprenticeship you may choose to focus on a particular area of the electrical industry such as solar power, refrigeration, optical fibre and more.

To become a qualified electrician, you must complete an electrical apprenticeship which comprises of on-the-job and off-the-job education, training and workplace experience.

This nationally recognised qualification is suitable only for apprentices employed as an Electrician and includes competencies to select, install, set-up, test, fault find, repair, and maintain electrical systems and equipment carried out in domestic, commercial and/or industrial settings.

This course meets Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) requirements for an “Electrician’s Licence”.

You must be employed as an electrical apprentice and with a signed apprenticeship contract lodged with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN).

Individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply.

RTO Admission Requirements

Only applicants that have secured an electrical apprenticeship with an employer will be invited to a Pre-Training Review. When applicants receive an invitation to the Pre-Training Review, it will include access to a practice pre-Maths Aptitude Test. This allows applicants time to review mathematical topics they may not have used recently, ensuring all applicants are fully aware of the requirements, and fairly assessed.

Pre-Training Review

Applicants are required to attend a Pre-Training Review, which includes an interview to assess their suitability for the course. This will include:

• Undertaking a Language, Literacy & Numeracy Assessment prior to enrolment to confirm the applicant meets the required level
• Students must be able to use a computer/laptop and the internet
• Students should have a computer/laptop and internet access
• Must undertake a separate Maths Aptitude Test, scoring a satisfactory result prior to enrolment.

Applicants that do not achieve a satisfactory result in the Maths Aptitude Test will be asked to participate in further discussions regarding their entry selection.

Upon successful completion you may choose to complete the Certificate IV in Electrotechnology – Systems Electrician.

You have two options when applying for credit:

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
• Credit Transfer

RPL for UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician is limited to units approved for the assessment process as per the advice received from Energy Safe Victoria.

Speak to NECA Education & Careers’ Student Services for more information.

Delivery of theory learning is face-to-face at our trade school. or by real-time facilitated online classes. You will need access to a computer and the internet for training both on and off-site. (See E-Learning at NECA Education & Careers)

All practical training and assessment is face-to-face in our trade school.

Assessment methods include questions and tests, practical simulations, and practical assessments.

FIRST YEAR

UEECO0023 – Participate in electrical work and competency development activities

UEECD0007 – Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

UEECD0046 – Solve problems in single path circuits

UEECD0044 – Solve problems in multiple path circuits

UEECD0051 – Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications

HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

UETDRRF004 – Perform rescue from a live LV panel

UEECD0020 – Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment

UEECD0019 – Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

UEEEL0021 – Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices

UEEEL0019 – Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines

UEEEL0023 – Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits

SECOND YEAR

UEERE0001 – Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

UEEEL0020 – Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits

UEECD0016 – Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

UEEEL0025 – Test and connect transformers

UEEEL0024 – Test and connect alternating (a.c.) rotating machines

UEEEL0008 – Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits

UEEEL0009 – Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls

UEEEL0010 – Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits

UEEEL0003 – Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations

UEEEL0047 – Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies

UEEEL0005 – Develop and connect electrical control circuits

THIRD YEAR

UEEEL0014 – Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits

UEEEL0018 – Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations

UEEDV0005 – Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunications services

UEEDV0008 – Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling

UEEEL0012 – Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories

UEEEL0039 – Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations

We make sure all the apprentices that attend our trade school stay current with their CPR/LVR Accreditation and run annual refresher courses to ensure they are up to date with the principles of CPR, LV Panel Rescue & Lock out procedures.

See Fees and Payments guide for fees and funding eligibility to see if you are eligible below.  Fees do not include the cost of text books and other materials.

For eligible individuals this training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

NECA Education & Careers advises that accessing Skills First Program entitlement may impact your ability to access further government subsidised training and the student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

A full Statement of Fees will be provided to applicants at their Pre-Training Review.