Overview
Not available for international students.
Various dates throughout the year
Part Time: 2.5 years to 3 years
Moorabbin, North Melbourne
This course is the prerequisite for eligibility of the Energy Safe Victoria Electrical Fitter's Licence and provides the background knowledge and skills required for successful work in the electrical manufacturing industry.
As a licensed electrical fitter, you will be able to work in the commercial and industrial switchboard and equipment manufacturing sector.
You will also have the responsibility for the maintenance and commissioning of electrical switchboards, machinery and specified equipment.
Course structure
To successfully achieve this qualification, students must complete a series of units and demonstrate competence in the skills involved.
Upon completion of these units, students will have achieved the core competencies required.
Additional elective competencies must also be completed, with these to be determined in negotiation between the apprentice and their employer.
Completion of the core and elective competencies will qualify students for the UEE33011 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting.
When comparing the UEE33011 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting to UEE30811 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, it has 16 units that are common to both qualifications and eight specific units to the trade of Electrical Fitting.
ASSESSMENT
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards
SUBJECTS
Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Solve problems in d.c. circuits
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
Solve Problems In Single And Three Phase Low Voltage Electrical Apparatus And Circuits
Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations
Solve problems In electromagnetic devices and related circuits
Solve Problems In Low Voltage A.C. Circuits
Terminate Cables, Cords And Accessories For Low Voltage Circuits
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
Solve Problems In Single And Three Phase Low Voltage Machines
Trouble-shoot And Repair Faults In Low Voltage Electrical Apparatus And Circuits
Develop And Connect Electrical Control Circuits
Assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear
Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
Provide Quotations For Installation Or Service Jobs
Conduct compliance and functional verification of electrical apparatus and existing circuits
Carry out basic repairs to electrical components and equipment
Overhaul and repair major switchgear and controlgear
Repair and maintain mechanical components of electrical machines
Entry requirements
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
It is recommended that applicants have completed Year 11 or equivalent, due to the Maths and English requirements of electrical studies.
You must be signed up as an apprentice with your chosen employer and have a Delta number stating Holmesglen is your selected training provider.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Outcomes
QUALIFICATION AND RECOGNITION
Upon successful completion of this program, you will be eligible to receive the UEE33011 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting.
In completing this training, you will be eligible to sit for the Licenced Electrical Fitter's Assessment, which will enable you to operate as a Licensed Electrical Fitter.
PATHWAYS
Upon completion of this program, you will be eligible to receive the UEE33011 Certificate III in Electrical Fitting.
In completing this training, you will be eligible to sit for the Licenced Electrical Fitter's Assessment, which will enable you to operate as a Licensed Electrical Fitter.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Electrical fitter
How to apply
APPRENTICESHIP
A training contract must be completed by the employer and apprentice within the first two weeks of employment.
A representative from the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network will visit the workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and the apprentice.
Visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au for more information.
If you have further questions about your application, please contact the department:
If you have further questions about your application, please contact the department:
ELEC
03 9209 5690
eeit@holmesglen.edu.au
RECRUITMENT
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.
Fees
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship
Holmesglen tuition fees shown are all inclusive and indicative of the cost to complete the entire course.
These are indicative fees only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
Find out more about paying your fees and our payment options