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Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)


 National Code: UEE22020
 TAFE SA Code: TP01262


2025 start

Description

Embark on an exciting career in the high-tech Electrotechnology industry with this foundational Certificate ll course. Electrotechnology is a growing industry that is essential for the energy dependent lifestyle of today and the future. Areas such as domestic and commercial electrical installations; electrical power generation and distribution; telecommunications and security systems; air-conditioning and refrigeration; instrumentation and process control; renewable and sustainable energy; and electric vehicles and rail transport are all part of this important industry.
You will learn the fundamental electrical skills and knowledge you need to be work ready and have a pathway towards an apprenticeship as an electrician. Many leading South Australian electrical companies consider this course to be an essential pre-apprenticeship qualification.

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3 months 

Full Time or Part Time equivalent

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Elizabeth

521319

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.
Full Time Full Time
Day Only
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Noarlunga

515353

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.
Full Time Full Time
Day Only
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Regency Park

Closed

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.
Full Time Full Time
Day Only
Apply 5 May 2025
Tonsley

Closed

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
Evening Only
Apply 5 May 2025
Whyalla or Port Pirie or Port Augusta

534313

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.
Full Time Full Time
Day Only
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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

If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course.

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Entry Recommendations
Recommended for those with an interest and aptitude towards working in the electrotechnology industry.

Attendance Requirements (subject to change)

  • Regional
  • Port Pirie / Port Augusta / Whyalla – TAFE SA intends to deliver a Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) to service the regional area encompassing Port Pirie, Port Augusta and Whyalla.
    The final single delivery location will be determined by applicant numbers and access options for students to maximise delivery availability in the region.
    Future delivery will consider a rotation of delivery location(s) to further support the region to support applicant numbers.
  • Metro – Full Time – 3 day per week – Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8am – 4pm

Industry Conditions and Skills
You will need:

  • practical hands-on aptitude
  • good communication and interpersonal skills
  • basic literacy and numeracy skills
  • a basic understanding of concepts including measurements, calculations, volumes, levels, ratios, pressure, use of hand tools, temperatures and chemicals.

Additional Uniforms, Equipment and Costs
Incidental Items - $175 for Textbook charged directly to students. In addition, you will need to purchase and wear your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety boots, safety glasses and appropriate workwear (eg long pants, long sleeve hi-vis shirt) approx. $100 - $200.

Fees

Total Fees for the 3 month course
Subsidised
$276
Concession
$276
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?
Full Fee
$8,583

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

    This course is regarded by industry as an essential pre-apprentice course for those seeking a career within the Electrical industry. Students gain skills suited to careers across a wide range of sectors within the Electrotechnology industry. Careers include; Electrical worker, Linesperson, Renewable energy technician, Instrumentation or Automation and Control technicians.

    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 II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (UEE22020)
    Students complete 12 units covering the knowledge and skills typical of those performed by apprentices in the early stages of training. 9 units are transferable into the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (apprentice) course reflecting most of the training of a first year apprentice. The content of this course includes theoretical understandings and practical tasks. Theoretical knowledge includes electrical principles, cable and component identification and Practical tasks such as house wiring, light fabrication and circuit construction. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 8 core units and elective units totalling 140 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.

  • 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 work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace 20
    Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment 40
    Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities 20
    Prepare to work safely in the construction industry 6
    Provide basic sustainable energy solutions for energy reduction in residential premises 40
    Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems 60
    Solve problems in single path circuits 40
    Use routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment 60

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector 20
    Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply 20
    Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components 40
    Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment 20
    Produce products for carrying out energy sector work activities 80

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Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
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