Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control
- National Course Code: UEE40911
- TAFE NSW code: UEE40911-01V03-22WLG-999
Location – Wollongong (Apprenticeship)
Attendance
Variable
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
12 Hours per week
Duration
30 weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Apprenticeship Allowed
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
Course Details
The nationally recognised Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control will strengthen your skills and prepare you to advance your career as a licenced electrician in manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics and other emerging industries.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Fault find and repair analogue circuits and components in electronic and digital control systems
- Create structured programs to control external devices
- Develop and connect electrical control circuits
- Diagnose and rectify faults in digital control systems
- Solve problems in low voltage a.c. and d.c. circuits
- Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations
- Develop, enter and verify control programs for programmable logic controllers
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Analytical approach to problem solving
- Fine motor skills
- The ability to follow instructions
- Effective communication
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course provides you with:
- A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate IV level
- Strong pathways to continue your studies and industry accreditation to enhance your career opportunities
Career opportunities:
- Machinery operator and driver
- Electronic instrument trade worker
- Industrial automation and control technician
- Industrial electronics and control technician
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your expertise to the next level with:
- Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- Advanced Diploma in Electronics and Communications Engineering
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TAFE NSW offers the Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control as an apprenticeship. There may also be options available for you to study as a non-apprentice.
Apprenticeship
To be eligible for this course, you must:
- Be employed as an apprentice in the electrotechnology industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer
- Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application
Non-apprenticeship
Enquire today and one of our Apprenticeship and Traineeship team will help you understand any eligibility or entry requirements.
WORK PLACEMENT
There is no work placement requirement for this qualification. As an apprentice, you will gain your experience on-the-job with your employer.
If you are enrolling as a non-apprentice, you need to be in relevant employment or have access to appropriate simulated workplace environments in order to meet the course completion requirements.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Language, literacy, numeracy and communication skills at Year 10 level
- An aptitude for technical work in industrial electronics and control systems
- Ability to use advanced instruments and control systems
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
'STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a variable on campus course. You must attend approximately 6 hours of class. You may also be required to complete approximately 6 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
The course will run 2 evenings a week for 30 weeks.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
Australian Apprenticeships training can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both. TAFE NSW will negotiate your attendance and study pattern with you and your employer
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
There are a range of study options for NSW Apprentices and eligible non-apprentices with relevant industry work experience in this course.
Under the NSW Government fee-free apprenticeship initiative, NSW apprentices that commence their training on or after 1 July 2018 may be eligible for fee-free training. Apprentices are required to provide evidence of their NSW apprenticeship to finalise their enrolment and applicable fees.
This course is also a TAFE NSW Trade Pathways Qualification and ideal if you have been working in this industry for an extended period of time but havent received a qualification. To be eligible to enrol as a non-apprentice and secure funding, you must firstly meet the Smart and Skilled eligibility criteria and be:
- over 21 years of age
- able to demonstrate and provide evidence of extensive industry experience and
- able to demonstrate relevant ongoing work experience and provide workplace evidence to support the achievement of competence.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
Students are required to provide and bring to each session appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include safety glasses, gloves, safety footwear, suitable clothing such as cotton drill work wear and other equipment (e.g. ear protection or respiratory masks) in line with industry requirements for their workplace or worksite.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
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RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| UEENEEE038B | Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan |
| UEENEEE101A | Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE102A | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UEENEEE104A | Solve problems in d.c. circuits |
| UEENEEE105A | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
| UEENEEE107A | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
| UEENEEE117A | Implement and monitor energy sector OHS policies and procedures |
| UEENEEE124A | Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report |
| UEENEEE137A | Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
| UEENEEG006A | Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines |
| UEENEEG033A | Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG063A | Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG101A | Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits |
| UEENEEG102A | Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits |
| UEENEEG103A | Install low voltage wiring and accessories |
| UEENEEG104A | Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations |
| UEENEEG105A | Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG106A | Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits |
| UEENEEG107A | Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations |
| UEENEEG108A | Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits |
| UEENEEG109A | Develop and connect electrical control circuits |
| UEENEEI124A | Fault find and repair analogue circuits and components in electronic control systems |
| UEENEEI139A | Diagnose and rectify faults in digital controls systems |
| UEENEEK145A | Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and procedures |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| UEENEEC005B | Estimate electrotechnology projects |
| UEENEEI151A | Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers |
| UEENEED104A | Use engineering applications software on personal computers |
| UEENEEI150A | Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers |
Electrician (special class)/supervisor, electronic instrument tradesperson.
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
Wollongong (Apprenticeship)
Phone 131 601
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