About this course
Are you interested in communications technology and how it works? This course will give you practical skills to install, test and repair electronic equipment and devices.
You will learn how to select and assemble:
- audio systems
- video and TV systems
- personal computer and networks
- security systems
- custom installations.
This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Contact your preferred course provider for course entry requirements.
This course must be done as an apprenticeship. You’ll get practical skills and experience in a specific trade or profession. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.
To do an apprenticeship you’ll need an employer willing to hire you as an apprentice.
To get started:
- search for advertised apprenticeship opportunities and apply
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as an apprenticeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.
Core units
Unit title Unit code Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace UEECD0007 Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work UEECD0016 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components UEECD0019 Solve problems in direct current circuits UEECD0043 Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities UEECO0007 Fault find and repair complex power supplies UEEEC0028 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components UEEEC0060 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems UEEEC0063 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot digital sub-systems UEEEC0069 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies UEEEC0075 Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector UEERE0001 Elective units
Unit title Unit code Deliver a service to customers BSBOPS203 Provide First Aid HLTAID011 Operate application software packages ICTICT214 Install telecommunications network equipment ICTTEN312 Apply competitive systems and practices MSS402003 Apply quick changeover procedures MSS402022 Apply Just in Time procedures MSS402023 Apply 5S procedures MSS402042 Undertake root cause analysis MSS402084 Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy MSS402085 Assemble electronic components UEEAS0001 Conduct quality and functional tests on assembled electronic apparatus UEEAS0002 Modify electronic sub-assemblies UEEAS0003 Select electronic components for assembly UEEAS0004 Set up and check electronic component assembly machines UEEAS0005 Use lead-free soldering techniques UEEAS0006 Carry out preparatory energy sector work activities UEECD0008 Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes UEECD0011 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment UEECD0020 Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities UEECD0021 Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits UEECD0025 Plan an integrated cabling installation system UEECD0028 Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus UEECD0035 Solve basic problems electronic and digital equipment and circuits UEECD0040 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications UEECD0051 Maintain documentation UEECO0002 Provide quotations for installation or service jobs UEECO0015 Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs UEECO0017 Assemble, set up and test computing devices UEECS0003 Develop web pages for engineering applications UEECS0018 Evaluate and modify object-oriented code programs UEECS0020 Install and configure a client computer operating system and software UEECS0022 Select, install, configure and test multimedia components UEECS0028 Set up and configure basic local area network (LAN) UEECS0029 Set up, configure and test biometric devices UEECS0030 Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications UEECS0032 Use engineering applications software on personal computers UEECS0033 Install and connect data and voice communication equipment UEEDV0004 Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services UEEDV0005 Install and modify optical fibre performance data communication cabling UEEDV0006 Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling UEEDV0008 Select and arrange data and voice equipment for local area networks UEEDV0009 Select and arrange equipment for wireless communication networks UEEDV0010 Set up and configure basic data communication systems UEEDV0011 Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices UEEDV0012 Solve problems in voice and data communications circuits UEEDV0013 Test, report and rectify faults in data and voice installations UEEDV0014 Assemble and install reception antennae and signal distribution equipment UEEEC0002 Assemble and set up basic security systems UEEEC0003 Assemble and set up fixed video/audio components and systems in buildings and premises UEEEC0004 Carry out repairs of predictable faults in video and audio replay/recording apparatus UEEEC0006 Commission large fire protection systems UEEEC0008 Develop software solutions for microcontroller-based systems UEEEC0019 Enter and verify programs for fire protection systems UEEEC0026 Enter instructions and test wired and wireless security systems UEEEC0027 Fault find and repair electronic apparatus UEEEC0029 Fault find and repair high-volume office equipment UEEEC0032 Find and repair microwave amplifier section faults in electronic apparatus UEEEC0038 Install and test microwave antennae and waveguides UEEEC0039 Install commercial video/audio system components UEEEC0040 Install fire detection and warning system apparatus UEEEC0041 Install large security systems UEEEC0042 Operate and maintain amateur radio communication stations UEEEC0046 Program and commission commercial access control security systems UEEEC0048 Program and commission commercial security closed-circuit television systems UEEEC0049 Program and commission commercial security systems UEEEC0050 Repair basic computer equipment faults by replacement of modules/sub-assemblies UEEEC0055 Repair predictable faults in audio components UEEEC0056 Repair predictable faults in general electronic apparatus UEEEC0057 Repair predictable faults in television receivers UEEEC0058 Repair routine business equipment faults UEEEC0059 Set up and adjust commercial radio frequency (RF) transmission and reception systems UEEEC0061 Set up and test residential video/audio equipment UEEEC0062 Solve oscillator problems UEEEC0064 Solve problems in basic electronic circuits UEEEC0065 Troubleshoot communication systems UEEEC0068 Troubleshoot faults in television receivers UEEEC0070 Troubleshoot fire protection systems UEEEC0071 Troubleshoot microcontroller-based hardware systems UEEEC0072 Troubleshoot professional audio reproduction components UEEEC0073 Verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations UEEEC0076 Verify functionality and compliance of custom electronic installations UEEEC0077 Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices UEEIC0002 Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments UEEIC0004 Develop structured programs to control external devices UEEIC0012 Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers UEEIC0013 Use instrumentation drawings, specifications, standards and equipment manuals UEEIC0047 Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply UEERL0001 Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 V a.c. or 1500 V d.c. UEERL0002 Disconnect - reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring UEERL0004 Locate and rectify faults in low voltage (LV) electrical equipment using set procedures UEERL0005
Course providers
This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Elgar (Box Hill), City (Melbourne), Nelson (Box Hill), Lilydale Lakeside (Lilydale), Whitehorse (Box Hill)
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
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