Course: | UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician | |
Duration: | 1 – 2 years (1200 – 2400 hours) based on unit of competency selection | |
Delivery Mode: | Self-paced + Workbased training | |
Next Intake: | 15 Nov 2022 | |
Recognition: | Nationally Accredited Training |
UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Course Name | Intake Date | Spots Left | Enrol Now |
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UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician | 19-Oct-2022 | 8 |
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Entry requirements
Applicants must:
- Have minimum language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
- Year 12 high school level completed or equivalent.
- The learner must have 3 year relevant electrical wiring work experience using knowledge and understanding of the wiring rules AS/NZS 3000:2018
Language, Literacy & Numeracy
Applicants must undertake a language, literacy and numeracy assessment during their induction session prior to beginning the qualification. Results will be assessed on an individual level by the assessor.
Depending upon the level of support required for the language, literacy or numeracy an alternative training and assessment methods may be used or the learners will be recommended to pursue Foundation Skills program, which will help them fulfil the LLN gap and achieve the qualification.
Course Description
This qualification provides individuals with the skills and knowledge to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises. It includes Electrical Regulatory Authority Council (ERAC), or their successor’s, Essential Performance Capabilities for an ‘Unrestricted Electrician’s license’. The skills and knowledge described in this qualification require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.).
Competency development activities in this qualification are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training through an Australian Apprenticeship, may be required. To obtain an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence in most jurisdictions the qualification must be completed as an apprenticeship or Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) pathway.
Where required for Licencing, the certification documentation issued must indicate if the qualification was completed as an apprenticeship or Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) pathway.
Duration and Delivery Mode
This qualification is delivered to overseas students fulltime integrating the following blended modes of delivery:
- Online learning hours
- Self-study
- Workbased evidence ePortfolio
Volume of Learning
The volume of learning allocated to this qualification includes all teaching, learning and assessment activities that are required to be undertaken by the targeted student to achieve the learning outcomes of this qualification.
The volume of learning for UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician as a certificate III level qualification is typically delivered over 1 – 2 years (1200 – 2400 hours) based on unit of competency selection and the identified target market.
Duration
Total duration for UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician is 2,112 hours:
- 905 hours self-paced online delivery and assessment
- 1,070 hours scheduled mandatory face to face classes
Learning and Assessment Summary Guidelines applied to this qualification Volume of Learning Hours Delivery Details Week 1- Week 17: Structured face to face training and assessment (attendance monitored)
3 days x 2 hrs x 17 weeks = 102 Hours · 8 hrs/week x 17 weeks of knowledge and practical assessments · 6 hrs/week x 17 weeks of structured face to face training during the assessment period. During the 17 weeks of structured training, 6 hrs/ per week distributed between 3 days/week of support sessions are provided to the students. This is to assist them in clearing doubts on completing the assessments and monitoring the self-paced unsupervised hours.
· 2 hrs/week x 32 weeks Online knowledge and skills assessment support session after initial 17 weeks of assessment period.
· 3 weeks break
· Frontier will ensure the support sessions do not overlap with the structured training and assessment.
Week 1- Week 17: Supervised knowledge and practical assessment hours
17 weeks x 8 hrs = 136 Hours Week 18 – Week 52: Supervised knowledge and skills assessment support session online after scheduled 17 weeks training and assessment (attendance not monitored) 1 day x 2 hrs x 32 weeks = 64 hours Online learning and class activities (attendance not monitored) 905 Hours Total Amount of Training is the total of Face-to-face structured training and supervised support sessions. 1207 Hours Total Unsupervised Hours (Self-Paced) 905 Hours Total Volume of Learning 2112 Hours Workplace evidence 12 months
The volume of learning allocated to a qualification will vary depending on the level of the qualification and the experience and competency of the student. Students must complete the allocated hours for the qualification they are undertaking in order to achieve competency. If the student applies for RPL or Credit Transfer, the volume of learning may be reduced.
Units of Competency
CORES | ||
UEECO0023 | Participate in electrical work and competency development activities | Core |
HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | Core |
UETDRRF004 | Perform rescue from a live LV panel* | Core |
UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | Core |
UEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | Core |
UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work* | Core |
UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components* | Core |
UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment* | Core |
UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications* | Core |
UEECD0046 | Solve problems in single path circuits* | Core |
UEECD0044 | Solve problems in multiple path circuits* | Core |
UEEEL0021 | Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices* | Core |
UEEEL0019 | Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines* | Core |
UEEEL0020 | Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits* | Core |
UEEEL0023 | Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits* | Core |
ELECTIVES | ||
UEEDV0005 | Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services* | Group A |
UEEDV0008 | Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling* | Group A |
CORES (Cont.) | ||
UEEEL0003 | Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations* | Core |
UEEEL0008 | Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls* | Core |
UEEEL0009 | Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls* | Core |
UEEEL0010 | Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits* | Core |
UEEEL0024 | Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines* | Core |
UEEEL0025 | Test and connect transformers* | Core |
UEEEL0047 | Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies* | Core |
UEEEL0014 | Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits* | Core |
UEEEL0005 | Develop and connect electrical control circuits* | Core |
UEEEL0018 | Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations* | Core |
UEEEL0012 | Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories* | Core |
UEEEL0039 | Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations* | Core |
Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify occupational health and safety hazard and risks and documenting control measures. It encompasses identifying workplace hazards, assigning levels of risk, developing control measures to eliminate and/or mitigate risks, reviewing risk control measures and maintaining documentation of hazards, risk control measures and their application in accordance with compliance procedures.
- Inspect and test to verify whether an electrical installation is safe and complies with all requirements. It encompasses working safely, visual inspections and mandatory, optional, and functional testing following verification procedures, identifying non-compliance defects and mandatory reporting requirements.
- Select wiring systems and cables for electrical installations operating at voltages up to 1,000V a.c. or 1,500 V d.c
- Execute safe working practices, multi-phase circuit arrangements, issues related to fault protection, power factor and multiple earthed neutral (MEN) systems and solutions to circuit problems derived from calculated and measured parameters.
How to apply
Telephone: | 1300-625-102 |
info@frontier.edu.au | |
First Point of Contact | Mr Michael Xiberras |
Office Hours | 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday excluding public holidays |
Fees
What will I need to pay?
- Price: $5500
1. Pay directly with our Account Department
Account Name: Frontier Training and Technology
Bank Name: NAB
Branch Number (BSB): 083 004
Account Number: 761977553
2. Study Loans
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Offering
- Purpose: Fund education only
- Type: Principal and interest
- Rates: Competitive interest rates offered
- Payment: Weekly, fortnightly or monthly direct debit
- Loan Term: 6 to 48 months
- Loan Amount: $2,001 to $15,000
Requirements
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Employed in a full-time, part-time or casual job
- 18 years of age or older
- Can demonstrate a capacity to service the loan
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Payments can be done weekly, fortnightly or monthly and in that way, some of the courses are less than 59$ a week.
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Fee Refund Policy
Any fees paid prior to the commencement of a course are refundable upon withdrawal from the course minus the administration charge. If a student withdraws from a course once training has commenced no refunds are given. Please refer to the fees and refunds policy and procedures on our website at www.frontier.edu.au.
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