Overview About this course
Become a licensed electrician and kickstart a career in the dynamic electrotechnology industry. You’ll be fault-finding one day, inspecting the next, as you work for learning on the job as an apprentice and in our industry-standard facilities.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Install wiring systems, accessories and appliances for low voltage general electrical installations
Connect electrical circuits
Solve problems related to electrical equipment
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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Practical experience in the installation and termination of electrical cables, accessories and appliances including socket outlets, light fittings, heating and cooking appliances
Experience using industry-standard electrical installation testing rooms to provide you with testing and verification opportunities
A trade qualification
Strong pathways to further electrical study
Suitability Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
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TAFE NSW offers the Certificate III in Electrotechnology - Electrician as an apprenticeship. There may also be options available for you to study as a non-apprentice.
#Apprenticeship
To be eligible to study this course as an apprentice you must:
Be employed as an apprentice in industry
Register with an Apprenticeship Network Provider who will support your application#Non-apprenticeship
To be eligible to study this course as a non-apprentice you must:
Be currently in paid employment working under the supervision of a licenced electrician encompassing a broad range of electrical work
Take part in a pre-enrolment interview to discuss your suitability, this includes a discussion between a teacher and your employer
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
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An ability to work at heights
An ability to distinguish between colours
An analytical approach to problem-solving
Language, literacy and numeracy to Year 10 high school level
Customer service, collaboration and consultation abilitiesTAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills evaluation.
This skills evaluation helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Electrician (General)
Electricians (General) install, test, connect, commission, maintain and modify electrical equipment, wiring and control systems.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
92%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
42,200 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
37 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$1,420
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
44 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
Medium
Gender share
1% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Strong Growth
Licensing
Occupational licences are required if you want to work as an electrician nationally. You will require a licence to practise in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. State and territory jurisdictions have different regulatory requirements depending on the level of licensing you need. Check with your state or territory licensing and regulatory authorities regarding their educational requirements. The Certificate III in Electrotechnology – Electrician qualification also meets part of the requirements for the issue of a Qualified Supervisors Certificate Electrician. This allows you to work unsupervised on low voltage fixed wiring and equipment and to supervise others undertaking this work. Visit NSW Fair Trading or your equivalent state regulatory body for more information.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 1 Course
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study 3 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study 0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 1110 weighting points, including 990 core and 120 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Perform rescue from a live LV panel UETDRRF004
Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits UEEEL0014
Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies UEEEL0047
Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations UEEEL0039
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TAFE NSW services Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
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Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
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LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
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Student associations – get social with our student community
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