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Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications


 National Code: UEE30420
 TAFE SA Code: TP01207


2025 start

Description

Become a data cabling installer with this nationally recognised apprenticeship. You will learn how to correctly select, assemble and install telecommunications equipment and cables. You’ll also learn about the maintenance and service of telecommunications cabling in buildings and premises. This practical course covers risk assessment, problem solving on DC circuits, fabricating and assembling components, working to drawings and specifications, and installing and securing electrotechnology equipment. Gain the hands-on skills you need in laying and connecting cables for multiple access to telecommunication services, using electric circuits safely, measuring circuit parameters, fault finding, and using power tools and equipment.

Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Duration
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48 months 
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Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Application
Regency Park
Blended Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Part Time Part Time
Day Only
How To Apply

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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • You must have a Contract of Training with an employer to undertake this course

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 48 month course
Subsidised
$472
$3,774
Concession
$281
$2,244
You may be eligible for government subsidised training.
Subsidised Training Eligibility
Subsidised training may require applicants to complete a Core Skills Profile Assessment (CSPA).
What is the CSPA?

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Graduates can find employment as data cabling installers. They will be able select, assemble, set up, repair and maintain simple equipment and systems for telecommunications cabling in buildings and premises. It includes ACMA requirements for Open Cabler registration, Structured and Optical Fiber Cabling. (Note: if you are a licenced electrician please refer to Skill Sets).

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications (UEE30420)
    This course leads to the development of basic skills to install, set up, test fault find, repair and maintain telecommunications and high performance data services in buildings and premises.
    You gain skills in:

    • laying and connecting cables for multiple access to telecommunication services
    • using electric circuits safely
    • measuring circuit parameters
    • fault finding simple dc circuits
    • safely using hand and power tools
    • fixing and securing equipment, PC servicing and computer networks fundamentals.
      Your learning will be enhanced by combining lectures with practical laboratory and workshop sessions, including simulation tools.
      To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 16 core units plus 360 general elective weighting points.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector 20
    Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace 20
    Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work 20
    Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components 40
    Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment 20
    Install and connect data and voice communication equipment 60
    Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services 120
    Install and modify optical fibre performance data communication cabling 40
    Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling 40
    Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits 40
    Participate in voice and data communications work and competency development activities 20
    Select and arrange data and voice equipment for local area networks 80
    Solve problems in direct current circuits 80
    Test, report and rectify faults in data and voice installations 60
    Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus 80
    Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications 40

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Assemble and connect telecommunication frames and cabinets 60
    Assemble and Set Up Basic Security Systems 80
    Assemble, set up and test computing devices 80
    Maintain documentation 20
    Set up and configure basic local area network (LAN) 40
    Use engineering applications software on personal computers 40

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Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications
TP01207
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