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Overview

This course provides training in selecting, installing, setting up, testing, fault finding, repairing and maintenance of electronic equipment and devices at component/sub-assembly level. There are elective options in radio frequency. This course is available to apprentices and non-apprentices.

Qualification:

 Certificate III in Electronics and Communications UEE30920

Next Intake:

 Semester 1 2025

Course No:

 C3-TS27

Campus:

 CIT Fyshwick 

Duration:

 The course duration is normally 6 semesters part-time (i.e., 3 years, of about 8 hours per week probably with work release) OR full-time equivalent if there are sufficient enrolments.

Cost Info:

Enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. The total course cost may vary depending on the choice of elective subjects or if subjects are attempted more than once. Subject costs identified as Standard are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students.

Indicative Cost:

 Standard - $2,381
Apprentice/Trainee
- Subsidised - $2,619
- Full Fee - $12,500

Likely Job Outcome:

 The electronics trade-qualified person works on installing, commissioning, repairing and maintaining electronic equipment. This includes communications, audio, personal computer and networks, and custom installations, appropriate to the specialisation completed.

Application Type:

 Standard
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Additional Information

Students will need to have, or have access to:
Hand tools such as screw drivers, plyers, tweezers and ESD Protection (Electronic Discharge)
PPE including protective footwear, safety eye goggles, and protective clothing
Computers capable of operating CAD
Stationary and a scientific calculator.

Entry Requirements

If you are entering this course as an apprentice/trainee you must:
- be employed in industry
- be an Apprentice or Trainee under the Australian Apprenticeship Scheme (AAS) and be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) prior to enrolment.

This course has pre-requisite requirements as shown below. All prerequisites must be achieved. Discuss with a CIT teacher during enrolment to ensure you have met these requirements.

To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Skills Recognition

To study any course at CIT (excluding non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Literacy Skills Information

We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.

Transition Information

Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.

Subject Cancellations/Changes

To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.


Subject Information

Complete 1060 credit points

Core: Complete all 680 credit points

  • UEECD0007   Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
    • CIT Code: ELEC1369
      Cost: Standard $51.00
      Apprentice $56.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and codes of practices in the electrotechnology workplace.It includes applying safe working practices, following workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control. It also includes electrotechnology worker responsibilities and application for health and safety, risk management and adherence to safety practices as part of electrotechnology work functions when preparing to enter a work area.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • UEECD0016   Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
    • CIT Code: ELEC1374
      Cost: Standard $51.00
      Apprentice $56.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, document and apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazard and risk control measures associated with electrotechnology work.It includes identifying workplace hazards, assigning levels of risk, developing control measures to eliminate and/or mitigate risks, reviewing risk control measures and maintaining documentation of hazards, risk control measures and their application in accordance with compliance procedures.This unit addresses information, processes and techniques for the application of WHS/OHS, specific to working in the electrotechnology sector and is essential for workers without managerial or supervisory responsibilities.Typically, this unit will relate to the type of job being undertaken, electrical conditions, energy levels, radiation levels, toxic substances, airborne particles, pressure discharge, explosive atmosphere, worksite location, general worksite conditions, specific work location, moving parts, tools and equipment, workers competence and/or capacity and/or personal effects.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0019   Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
    • CIT Code: ELEC1376
      Cost: Standard $96.00
      Apprentice $106.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components using fitting and metal fabrication techniques.It includes the safe use of hand tools, fixed and portable power tools; cutting, shaping, joining and fixing; using metallic and non-metallic materials; dismantling and assembling equipment; mechanical measurement and marking out; and, reading drawings/diagrams.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0043   Solve problems in direct current circuits
    • CIT Code: ELEC1390
      Cost: Standard $222.00
      Apprentice $222.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to determine correct operation of single source direct current (d.c.) series, parallel and series-parallel circuits and provide solutions to various electrotechnology work functions.It includes working safely; using voltage, current and resistance measuring devices; and providing solutions to measurement and calculation problems derived from single and multiple path circuits.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V d.c.Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training, such as an apprenticeship, may be required.Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECO0007   Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities
    • CIT Code: ELEC1400
      Cost: Standard $48.00
      Apprentice $48.00
      Credit Points: 60
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities.It includes identifying responsibilities and obligations under competency development plan, following activities for developing competency, self-monitoring competency development and meeting obligations for periodic reporting of competency development activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • UEEEC0028   Fault find and repair complex power supplies
    • CIT Code: ELEC1446
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fault find and repair complex power supplies.It includes preparing to find and repair faults in complex power supplies, finding and repairing faults, and completing and reporting on repair activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0060   Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
    • CIT Code: ELEC1466
      Cost: Standard $160.00
      Apprentice $160.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to replace electronic components, cabling and sub-systems of electronic apparatus. It includes safe working practices, testing, dismantling and assembling apparatus, using equipment and tools correctly (including soldering equipment) and disconnecting and reconnecting components to repair electronic apparatus faults.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • UEEEC0063   Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1469
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to solve fundamental electronic communications system problems.It includes ascertaining correct operation of communications system and solving fundamental system problems as met in engineering support work functions. It also includes working safely, applying problem-solving techniques, using a range of measuring devices, and providing solutions derived from measurements to predictable problems in an electronic communications system.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0066   Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
    • CIT Code: ELEC1472
      Cost: Standard $208.00
      Apprentice $208.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus. It includes preparing to troubleshoot amplifiers, troubleshooting amplifiers, completing work and documenting troubleshooting activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  • UEEEC0067   Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
    • CIT Code: ELEC1473
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits. It includes preparing to troubleshoot basic amplifiers, solving basic amplifier circuit problems, completing work and reporting on problem-solving activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitationNo licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0069   Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1475
      Cost: Standard $208.00
      Apprentice $208.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot digital sub-systems. It includes working safely, applying problem-solving procedures, using measuring devices, and providing solutions from measurements and calculations to provide solutions in digital components circuits.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.Permits may also be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0074   Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
    • CIT Code: ELEC1480
      Cost: Standard $222.00
      Apprentice $222.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus.It includes working safely, applying problem-solving procedures, and providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to problems in resonance circuits.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
  • UEEEC0075   Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies
    • CIT Code: ELEC1481
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to determine the correct operation of independent power supplies and power supply sections of electronic apparatus.It includes troubleshooting and applying problem-solving procedures; working safely; using voltage, current and resistance measuring devices to measure and calculate; and providing solutions to predictable problems in direct current (d.c.) power supplies with single phase inputs.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEERE0001   Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
    • CIT Code: ELEC1558
      Cost: Standard $40.00
      Apprentice $44.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply environmentally sustainable procedures in the energy sector.It includes identifying and applying sustainable methods of work practice that minimise energy and material usage and to apply energy reduction strategies in the energy sector workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil

Electives: Complete all 680 credit points

  • UEECD0007   Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
    • CIT Code: ELEC1369
      Cost: Standard $51.00
      Apprentice $56.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and codes of practices in the electrotechnology workplace.It includes applying safe working practices, following workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control. It also includes electrotechnology worker responsibilities and application for health and safety, risk management and adherence to safety practices as part of electrotechnology work functions when preparing to enter a work area.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • UEECD0016   Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
    • CIT Code: ELEC1374
      Cost: Standard $51.00
      Apprentice $56.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, document and apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazard and risk control measures associated with electrotechnology work.It includes identifying workplace hazards, assigning levels of risk, developing control measures to eliminate and/or mitigate risks, reviewing risk control measures and maintaining documentation of hazards, risk control measures and their application in accordance with compliance procedures.This unit addresses information, processes and techniques for the application of WHS/OHS, specific to working in the electrotechnology sector and is essential for workers without managerial or supervisory responsibilities.Typically, this unit will relate to the type of job being undertaken, electrical conditions, energy levels, radiation levels, toxic substances, airborne particles, pressure discharge, explosive atmosphere, worksite location, general worksite conditions, specific work location, moving parts, tools and equipment, workers competence and/or capacity and/or personal effects.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0019   Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
    • CIT Code: ELEC1376
      Cost: Standard $96.00
      Apprentice $106.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components using fitting and metal fabrication techniques.It includes the safe use of hand tools, fixed and portable power tools; cutting, shaping, joining and fixing; using metallic and non-metallic materials; dismantling and assembling equipment; mechanical measurement and marking out; and, reading drawings/diagrams.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0043   Solve problems in direct current circuits
    • CIT Code: ELEC1390
      Cost: Standard $222.00
      Apprentice $222.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to determine correct operation of single source direct current (d.c.) series, parallel and series-parallel circuits and provide solutions to various electrotechnology work functions.It includes working safely; using voltage, current and resistance measuring devices; and providing solutions to measurement and calculation problems derived from single and multiple path circuits.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V d.c.Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training, such as an apprenticeship, may be required.Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECO0007   Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities
    • CIT Code: ELEC1400
      Cost: Standard $48.00
      Apprentice $48.00
      Credit Points: 60
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities.It includes identifying responsibilities and obligations under competency development plan, following activities for developing competency, self-monitoring competency development and meeting obligations for periodic reporting of competency development activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • UEEEC0028   Fault find and repair complex power supplies
    • CIT Code: ELEC1446
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fault find and repair complex power supplies.It includes preparing to find and repair faults in complex power supplies, finding and repairing faults, and completing and reporting on repair activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0060   Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
    • CIT Code: ELEC1466
      Cost: Standard $160.00
      Apprentice $160.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to replace electronic components, cabling and sub-systems of electronic apparatus. It includes safe working practices, testing, dismantling and assembling apparatus, using equipment and tools correctly (including soldering equipment) and disconnecting and reconnecting components to repair electronic apparatus faults.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • UEEEC0063   Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1469
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to solve fundamental electronic communications system problems.It includes ascertaining correct operation of communications system and solving fundamental system problems as met in engineering support work functions. It also includes working safely, applying problem-solving techniques, using a range of measuring devices, and providing solutions derived from measurements to predictable problems in an electronic communications system.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0066   Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
    • CIT Code: ELEC1472
      Cost: Standard $208.00
      Apprentice $208.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus. It includes preparing to troubleshoot amplifiers, troubleshooting amplifiers, completing work and documenting troubleshooting activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  • UEEEC0067   Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
    • CIT Code: ELEC1473
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits. It includes preparing to troubleshoot basic amplifiers, solving basic amplifier circuit problems, completing work and reporting on problem-solving activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitationNo licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0069   Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1475
      Cost: Standard $208.00
      Apprentice $208.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot digital sub-systems. It includes working safely, applying problem-solving procedures, using measuring devices, and providing solutions from measurements and calculations to provide solutions in digital components circuits.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.Permits may also be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0074   Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
    • CIT Code: ELEC1480
      Cost: Standard $222.00
      Apprentice $222.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus.It includes working safely, applying problem-solving procedures, and providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to problems in resonance circuits.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
  • UEEEC0075   Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies
    • CIT Code: ELEC1481
      Cost: Standard $115.00
      Apprentice $115.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to determine the correct operation of independent power supplies and power supply sections of electronic apparatus.It includes troubleshooting and applying problem-solving procedures; working safely; using voltage, current and resistance measuring devices to measure and calculate; and providing solutions to predictable problems in direct current (d.c.) power supplies with single phase inputs.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEERE0001   Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
    • CIT Code: ELEC1558
      Cost: Standard $40.00
      Apprentice $44.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply environmentally sustainable procedures in the energy sector.It includes identifying and applying sustainable methods of work practice that minimise energy and material usage and to apply energy reduction strategies in the energy sector workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil

Electives: Complete 380 credit points

  • UEEAS0001   Assemble electronic components
    • CIT Code: ELEC1360
      Cost: Standard $90.00
      Apprentice $90.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assemble electronic components.It includes preparing and assembling electronic apparatus. It also includes qualify checking of assembled components.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0020   Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
    • CIT Code: ELEC1377
      Cost: Standard $51.00
      Apprentice $56.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fix, secure and mount electrotechnology equipment to hollow walls, solid walls and metal fixings.It includes the safe use of hand and portable tools/ power tools and the selection and safe application of fixing devices and supporting accessories/equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0051   Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
    • CIT Code: ELEC1392
      Cost: Standard $96.00
      Apprentice $106.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use drawings, diagrams, cable schedules, industry standards, codes of practice and specifications as they apply to various electrotechnology work functions.It includes interpreting schematic, wiring and mechanical diagrams, equipment and cable/connection schedules and manuals; and the use and format of compliance standards, codes and job specifications used in the electrotechnology industry. It also includes the use of site and architectural drawings/plans to show the location of services, apparatus, plant and machinery.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEEEC0029   Fault find and repair electronic apparatus
    • CIT Code: ELEC1447
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fault find and repair electronic apparatus.It includes preparing to find and repair faults, finding faults, and completing and reporting on repair activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEEEC0038   Find and repair microwave amplifier section faults in electronic apparatus
    • CIT Code: ELEC1449
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to find and repair microwave amplifier section faults in electronic apparatus.It includes preparing to find and repair faults, finding faults, repairing faults, and completing and reporting on repair activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
      UEEEC0063 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
      UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
      UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  • UEEEC0061   Set up and adjust commercial radio frequency (RF) transmission and reception systems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1467
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Credit Points: 60
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to set up and adjust commercial radio frequency (RF) transmission and reception systems for optimum performance. It includes preparing for, setting up and adjusting commercial RF transmission and reception systems, signal testing and analysis, and completing reports on set-up and adjustment activities. Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
      UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0063 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
      UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0064   Solve oscillator problems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1470
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to solve oscillator problems. It includes preparing to work on oscillator sections, solving oscillator section problems, completing work and reporting problem-solving activities.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
      UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0068   Troubleshoot communication systems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1474
      Cost: Standard $108.00
      Apprentice $108.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot communications systems.It includes fault finding and repairing communications systems. It also includes working safely, interpreting circuit diagrams, applying logical fault-finding procedures, conducting repairs, safety and functional testing, and completing the necessary service documentation. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
      UEEEC0063 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
      UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEIC0002   Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
    • CIT Code: ELEC1513
      Cost: Standard $30.00
      Apprentice $30.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped device with simple inbuilt programming functions ensuring the device operates as intended.It includes working safely, checking device installation, following written and oral instructions and workplace procedures, and completing necessary documentation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

Electives: Complete 380 credit points

  • UEECD0020   Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
    • CIT Code: ELEC1377
      Cost: Standard $51.00
      Apprentice $56.00
      Credit Points: 20
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fix, secure and mount electrotechnology equipment to hollow walls, solid walls and metal fixings.It includes the safe use of hand and portable tools/ power tools and the selection and safe application of fixing devices and supporting accessories/equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0051   Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
    • CIT Code: ELEC1392
      Cost: Standard $96.00
      Apprentice $106.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use drawings, diagrams, cable schedules, industry standards, codes of practice and specifications as they apply to various electrotechnology work functions.It includes interpreting schematic, wiring and mechanical diagrams, equipment and cable/connection schedules and manuals; and the use and format of compliance standards, codes and job specifications used in the electrotechnology industry. It also includes the use of site and architectural drawings/plans to show the location of services, apparatus, plant and machinery.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECS0033   Use engineering applications software on personal computers
    • CIT Code: ELEC1419
      Cost: Standard $100.00
      Apprentice $100.00
      Credit Points: 40
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use computer application software relevant to engineering support work functions.It includes using computer engineering application software, menus and tools, entering and retrieving information, transferring and printing files and shutting down computer applications.This unit applies to personnel using computer application software relevant to a workplace. Typically, this will apply to individuals working under supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • UEEEC0003   Assemble and set up basic security systems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1433
      Cost: Standard $200.00
      Apprentice $200.00
      Credit Points: 80
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assemble, set up and install electronic security system with up to 50 connected devices, typically used in single domestic and small commercial premises. It includes working safely to industry standards, assembling and setting up wired and wireless security system, and connecting security system components.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian apprenticeship, is required. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
      UEECD0020 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
      UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
  • UEEEC0042   Install large security systems
    • CIT Code: ELEC1453
      Cost: Standard $250.00
      Apprentice $250.00
      Credit Points: 100
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install security systems.It includes installing, entering instructions, inspecting and testing of electronic wired and wireless security systems with over 50 connected devices in buildings, premises and precincts. It also includes working safely and to industry standards, following job specifications, securely placing and connecting security system components, and documenting service installation.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
      UEECD0020 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
      UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
      UEEEC0003 Assemble and set up basic security systems
  • UEEEC0065   Solve problems in basic electronic circuits
    • CIT Code: ELEC1471
      Cost: Standard $100.00
      Apprentice $100.00
      Credit Points: 100
      Description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to solve electronic circuit problems.It includes determining correct operation of single source parallel and series-parallel circuits and providing electronic solutions. It also includes working safely; applying problem-solving procedures, including the use of voltage, current and resistance measuring devices; and providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in multiple path circuits.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

Related Courses

Certificate II Electronics UEE21920

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