Overview About this course
Gain a whole new repertoire of skills to add to your talents as an electrician. You’ll develop your specialist knowledge and build industry networks so you can become the conduit between engineers and tradespeople to get the job done well.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Write specifications for electrotechnology engineering projects
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Produce detailed reports for the energy sector
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Develop strategies to address environmental sustainability issues in the energy sector
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Implement and monitor energy sector work, health and safety policies and procedures
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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Skills to supervise the installation of electrical equipment
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The ability to prepare specifications for engineering projects
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Strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector
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A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
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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Successful competition of the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820) as evidenced by your transcript or certificate, or
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That you hold a current 'Unrestricted Electricians Licence' or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory, as evidenced by a copy of this licence
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
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Motivation for high-level study
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An interest in advancing your skills
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: Technical officer (electrical engineering)
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study 1 Course
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 Diploma of Electrical Engineering 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 Diploma of Electrical Engineering qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 760 weighting points, including 160 core and 600 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.
Write specifications for electrotechnology engineering projects UEECD0060
Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector UEERE0013
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan UEECD0027
Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report UEECD0010
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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