Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician - UEE30811

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 provides competencies to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises. It includes ERAC requirements for an electrician's licence.

Structure

20 core
plus electives

Subjects

Assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear
Provide quotations for installation or service jobs
Use computer applications relevant to a workplace
Maintain operation of electrical marine equipment and systems
Align and install traction lift equipment
Install and maintain field power and distribution systems with a low voltage demand up to 200 A per phase
Maintain operation of electrical mining equipment and systems
Install and maintain emergency lighting systems
Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
Provide advice on the application of energy efficient lighting for ambient and aesthetic effect
Install, configure and commission LV grid connected photovoltaic power systems
Solve basic problems in photovoltaic energy apparatus and systems
Rewind single phase machines
Rewind LV direct current machines
Develop and connect electrical control circuits
Conduct testing of hazardous areas installations - coal mining
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
Solve problems in temperature measurement components and systems
Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - pressurisation
Use and maintain the integrity of a portable gas detection device
Install explosion-protected equipment and wiring systems - coal mining
Perform CPR
Solve problems in density/level measurement components and systems
Solve problems in pressure measurement components and systems
Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems
Solve problems in d.c. circuits
Conduct testing of hazardous areas installations - dust atmospheres
Conduct visual inspection of hazardous areas installations
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations
Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
Provide advice on effective and energy efficient lighting products
Install explosion-protected equipment and wiring systems - gas atmospheres
Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - coal mining
Place and connect electrical coils
Assemble and set up basic security systems
Plan the electrical installation of integrated systems
Maintain documentation
Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - dust atmospheres
Repair rail signalling power and control cables
Rewind three phase low voltage induction machines
Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
Supply effective and efficient lighting products for domestic and small commercial applications
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
Use engineering applications software on personal computers
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - coal mining
Diagnose and rectify faults in traction lift systems
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Wind electrical coils
Install low voltage wiring and accessories
Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
Solve problems in flow measurement components and systems
Deliver a service to customers
Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - pressurisation
Test copper rail signalling cables
Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies
Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations
Develop electrical integrated systems
Conduct electrical tests on LV electrical machines
Apply first aid
Conduct testing of hazardous area installations - pressurisation
Select and arrange equipment for special LV electrical installations
Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes
Install and modify performance data communication copper cabling
Conduct testing of hazardous areas installations - gas atmospheres
Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - gas atmospheres
Install and maintain the integrity of fixed gas detection equipment
Install explosion-protected equipment and wiring systems - dust atmospheres
Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
Install, set up and commission interval metering
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines
Mount and wire control panel equipment
Overhaul and repair major switchgear and controlgear
Use instrumentation drawings, specification, standards and equipment manuals
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
Install explosion-protected equipment and wiring systems - pressurisation
Assemble and wire internal electrical rail signalling equipment
Install and maintain emergency safety systems
Install and maintain escalators, moving walks and treadways
Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - gas atmospheres
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
Plan an integrated cabling installation system
Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations
Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits
Repair and maintain mechanical components of electrical machines
Fabricate and assemble bus bars
Conduct mechanical tests on electrical machines and components
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
Carry out basic repairs to electrical components and equipment
Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - dust atmospheres
Work safely in the construction industry
Maintain and service traction lifts systems and equipment
Install and maintain rail track circuit leads and bonds
Report on the integrity of explosion-protected equipment in a hazardous area
Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations
Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
Find and repair faults in LV d.c. electrical apparatus and circuits
Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems

Study pathways

Not applicable.

Study information

Campus	Mid year intake	Attendance
Berri	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months
Elizabeth	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months
Mount Gambier	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months
Port Augusta	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months
Port Pirie	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months
Tonsley	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months
Whyalla	No	Flexible Delivery : 48 months