Certificate III in Electronics and Communications - UEE30911

TAFE South Australia (TAFE SA)

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification is part of the Electrotechnology Training Package. It is aimed at those who want to work in the electronics trade industry. Students will learn how to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electronic equipment and devices at component/sub-assembly level with options in communications, audio, video and TV, personal computer and networks, security and custom installations.

Structure

14 core
plus electives

Subjects

Verify functionality and compliance of custom electronic installations
Undertake root cause analysis
Enter instructions and test wired and wireless security systems
Program and commission commercial security systems
Troubleshoot communication systems
Provide quotations for installation or service jobs
Install fire detection and warning system apparatus
Fault find and repair high volume office equipment
Set up and check electronic component assembly machines
Use computer applications relevant to a workplace
Troubleshoot audio - video recording equipment
Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500 Vd.c. supply
Assemble and install reception antennae and signal distribution equipment
Troubleshoot microcontroller based hardware systems
Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
Select, install, configure and test multimedia components
Assemble and set up fixed video/audio components and systems in buildings and premises
Assemble electronic components
Carry out repairs of predictable faults in video and audio replay/recording apparatus
Repair basic computer equipment faults by replacement of modules/sub-assemblies
Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits
Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
Set up and test residential video/audio equipment
Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications
Develop software solutions for microcontroller based systems
Carry out preparatory energy sector work activities
Solve problems in d.c. circuits
Use lead-free soldering techniques
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Apply Just in Time (JIT) procedures
Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
Fault find and repair remote control apparatus
Repair routine business equipment faults
Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
Fault find and repair microwave heating apparatus
Assemble and set up basic security systems
Set up and configure basic data communication systems
Maintain documentation
Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments
Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
Repair predictable faults in television receivers
Solve basic problems electronic and digital equipment and circuits
Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
Test, report and rectify faults in data and voice installations
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
Use engineering applications software on personal computers
Fault find and repair complex power supplies
Provide Gate Array solutions for complex electronics systems
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
Program and commission commercial access control security systems
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Solve problems in basic electronic circuits
Solve problems in electronic musical equipment circuits
Operate and maintain amateur radio communication stations
Commission large fire protection systems
Deliver a service to customers
Install and test microwave antennae and waveguides
Fault find and repair electronic apparatus
Conduct quality and functional tests on assembled electronic apparatus
Select and arrange equipment for wireless communication networks
Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies
Set up, configure and test biometric devices
Assemble, set-up and test computing devices
Program and commission commercial security closed circuit television systems
Set up and adjust commercial radio frequency (RF) transmission and reception systems
Apply first aid
Troubleshoot fire protection systems
Find and repair microwave amplifier section faults in electronic apparatus
Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes
Repair predictable faults in audio components
Install and modify performance data communication copper cabling
Install and modify optical fibre performance data communication cabling
Fault find and repair gaming and games equipment
Enter and verify programs for fire protection systems
Install commercial video/audio system components
Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
Apply quick changeover procedures
Apply competitive manufacturing practices
Use instrumentation drawings, specification, standards and equipment manuals
Set up and configure basic local area network (LAN)
Install large security systems
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
Solve problems in voice and data communications circuits
Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities
Select electronic components for assembly
Install telecommunications network equipment
Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices
Solve oscillator problems
Troubleshoot professional audio reproduction components
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
Set up and test gaming and game equipment
Plan an integrated cabling installation system
Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
Troubleshoot faults in television receivers
Verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
Apply 5S procedures in a manufacturing environment
Install and connect data and voice communication equipment
Develop web pages for engineering applications
Repair predictable faults in general electronic apparatus
Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy
Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities
Modify electronic sub assemblies
Select and arrange data and voice equipment for local area networks
Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus