Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
National ID: UEE30811 | State ID: A123
Charge up your career with the Certificate III in Electrotechnology.
When you complete the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician you'll be looking at a career as a licensed electrician (additional requirements apply).
You will gain the knowledge and practical skills to work effectively in the construction industry, installing low voltage wiring, switchgear and appliances, arrange and connect circuits, troubleshoot and problem solve apparatus and circuits, using hand and power tools, interpreting drawings, taking electrical and electronic measurements, and workplace health and safety.
Half price fees apply!
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This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2021 you'll only pay half the course fees, capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more  . |
Entrance Requirements
Important information
Job opportunities
Study pathway
How to apply
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver |
Non-School Leaver |
AQF |
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 |
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent |
Certificate I or Certificate II |
This course is available as an apprenticeship.
Entrance requirements for apprenticeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
An apprenticeship involves full time work with an employer who provides an opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. This is a structured program for a fixed period of time and while you learn on the job, you also attend off the job training at Central Regional TAFE.
Some of the benefits of an Apprenticeship are that you can:
- Earn a wage while you train
- Learn on the job skills combined with off the job training
- Receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion
- Start a valuable step towards a rewarding career path.
Job opportunities
Successful completion of this qualification may lead to employment as a qualified and licensed Electrician.
Study pathway
Further study opportunities
Central Regional TAFE has many further study opportunities available. Check out our Course Guide for all your future study options.
How to apply
On Campus (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Visit our
Apply and Enrol page to find out how to apply for full-time, part-time or online courses.
Flexible and Other Study Types
We take applications for many of our flexible courses all year round. Visit the
Apply and Enrol page and use our Applicant Portal to lodge your application anytime.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study. Find out more
here.
International Students
International students please visit
www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au 
Short Courses and Skill Sets
Enrol in a short course or skill set by:
Calling your local campus on 1800 672 700 or completing the short course enquiry form at the bottom of your selected course page.
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Available all year round, 2019
Geraldton Campus - Apprenticeship
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
3 year/s |
| When |
Available all year round |
| Where |
Geraldton Campus |
| How |
Apprenticeship
On The Job
|
Fees and charges
Find our Indicative Price List here.
At Central Regional TAFE, three types of fees may be charged.
Course Fees
The course fee is determined by multiplying the tuition fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit.
Resource Fees
Resource fees are charges for materials that are considered essential to a course or unit of study and which do not form part of the course fee. The resource fee covers materials purchased by the College to be consumed or transfromed by students in the course of instruction, such as workshop materials, workbooks and essential uniforms.
Other Fees
Other fees may be charged for goods or services that are not essential to the course such as parking, membership to student organisations and security passes.
In addition to these fees students may need to purchase textbooks, uniforms and other course specific equipment. Your Pre Enrolment Information package will provide additional information if these are required.
Units
All CORE units and 2 electives listed below must be successfully completed to achieve this qualification.
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| UEENEEC020B |
Participate in electrical work and competency development activities |
| UEENEEE101A |
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE102A |
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UEENEEE104A |
Solve problems in d.c. circuits |
| UEENEEE105A |
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
| UEENEEE107A |
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
| UEENEEE137A |
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
| UEENEEG006A |
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines |
| UEENEEG033A |
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG063A |
Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG101A |
Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits |
| UEENEEG102A |
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits |
| UEENEEG103A |
Install low voltage wiring and accessories |
| UEENEEG104A |
Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations |
| UEENEEG105A |
Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG106A |
Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits |
| UEENEEG107A |
Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG108A |
Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG109A |
Develop and connect electrical control circuits |
| UEENEEK142A |
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CPCCWHS1001 |
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| UEENEEC003B |
Provide quotations for installation or service jobs |
| UEENEED101A |
Use computer applications relevant to a workplace |
| UEENEEF102A |
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services |
Find out more
An Apprenticeship or Traineeship is a full time employment based training program usually lasting 12 months or more. Find out more
here.
Kalgoorlie Campus - Apprenticeship
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
3 year/s |
| When |
Available all year round |
| Where |
Kalgoorlie Campus |
| How |
Apprenticeship
On The Job
|
Fees and charges
Find our Indicative Price List here.
At Central Regional TAFE, three types of fees may be charged.
Course Fees
The course fee is determined by multiplying the tuition fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit.
Resource Fees
Resource fees are charges for materials that are considered essential to a course or unit of study and which do not form part of the course fee. The resource fee covers materials purchased by the College to be consumed or transfromed by students in the course of instruction, such as workshop materials, workbooks and essential uniforms.
Other Fees
Other fees may be charged for goods or services that are not essential to the course such as parking, membership to student organisations and security passes.
In addition to these fees students may need to purchase textbooks, uniforms and other course specific equipment. Your Pre Enrolment Information package will provide additional information if these are required.
Units
All CORE units and 2 electives listed below must be successfully completed to achieve this qualification.
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| UEENEEC020B |
Participate in electrical work and competency development activities |
| UEENEEE101A |
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE102A |
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UEENEEE104A |
Solve problems in d.c. circuits |
| UEENEEE105A |
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
| UEENEEE107A |
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
| UEENEEE137A |
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
| UEENEEG006A |
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines |
| UEENEEG033A |
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG063A |
Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG101A |
Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits |
| UEENEEG102A |
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits |
| UEENEEG103A |
Install low voltage wiring and accessories |
| UEENEEG104A |
Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations |
| UEENEEG105A |
Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG106A |
Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits |
| UEENEEG107A |
Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG108A |
Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG109A |
Develop and connect electrical control circuits |
| UEENEEK142A |
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| UEENEEH150A |
Assemble and set up basic security systems |
| UEENEEI150A |
Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers |
Find out more
An Apprenticeship or Traineeship is a full time employment based training program usually lasting 12 months or more. Find out more
here.
Semester 2, 2019
Northam Campus - Apprenticeship
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
3 year/s |
| When |
Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where |
Northam Campus |
| How |
Apprenticeship
On The Job
|
Fees and charges
Find our Indicative Price List here.
At Central Regional TAFE, three types of fees may be charged.
Course Fees
The course fee is determined by multiplying the tuition fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit.
Resource Fees
Resource fees are charges for materials that are considered essential to a course or unit of study and which do not form part of the course fee. The resource fee covers materials purchased by the College to be consumed or transfromed by students in the course of instruction, such as workshop materials, workbooks and essential uniforms.
Other Fees
Other fees may be charged for goods or services that are not essential to the course such as parking, membership to student organisations and security passes.
In addition to these fees students may need to purchase textbooks, uniforms and other course specific equipment. Your Pre Enrolment Information package will provide additional information if these are required.
Units
All CORE units and 2 electives listed below must be successfully completed to achieve this qualification.
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| UEENEEC020B |
Participate in electrical work and competency development activities |
| UEENEEE101A |
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE102A |
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UEENEEE104A |
Solve problems in d.c. circuits |
| UEENEEE105A |
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
| UEENEEE107A |
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
| UEENEEE137A |
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
| UEENEEG006A |
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines |
| UEENEEG033A |
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG063A |
Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG101A |
Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits |
| UEENEEG102A |
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits |
| UEENEEG103A |
Install low voltage wiring and accessories |
| UEENEEG104A |
Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations |
| UEENEEG105A |
Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG106A |
Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits |
| UEENEEG107A |
Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG108A |
Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG109A |
Develop and connect electrical control circuits |
| UEENEEK142A |
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| UEENEED101A |
Use computer applications relevant to a workplace |
| UEENEEF102A |
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services |
Find out more
An Apprenticeship or Traineeship is a full time employment based training program usually lasting 12 months or more. Find out more
here.
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