UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Electricians are paid higher than average weekly full time wages and a high number of job openings are expected over the next five years, according to the Department of Employment.
Study this certificate while you complete your apprenticeship and you can apply for an A Grade Electrical Licence through an approved Energy Safe Victoria examination process. You'll learn the broad range of electrical skills including installing and maintaining electrical components, wiring, equipment and systems.
Course essentials
Qualification Code
Entry requirements
Fees
Duration
Locations
SMB (on campus)
Course overview
This qualification provides a trade outcome through an apprenticeship in Electrotechnology covering work in domestic, industrial and commercial applications. The program provides competencies to select, install, test, fault find, repair, maintain and commission electrical installations, appliances and equipment. It includes Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) requirements for an ‘A Grade” Electrical licence’
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
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The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Federation TAFE
Career paths
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fee information
2026 indicative fees
The fees you pay will depend on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program. The indicative fees displayed below are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment.
Fees are subject to change annually.
| Concession Government Subsidised Place | Standard Government Subsidised Place | Full Fee Place (Not eligible for government subsidy) |
|---|---|---|
| $1,495 | $7,475 | $23,000 |
Other study costs
Students are to supply their own PPE:
• PPE: Work boots as per AS/NZ 2210.3, class 1 work boots comprising of safety toe and a sole that is resistant to most oils, acids and chemicals $250 - $300
• Long trousers $70 - $90
• Electrical black book (Aust/NZ 2nd edition) $78
Other important information
If you need help managing your fee payments, you might be eligible for a direct debit payment plan. Students doing certificate-level TAFE courses can access payment plans for both tuition and materials fees. Diploma and advanced diploma students can access payment plans for materials fees only.
If you’re accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program, doing this course might affect your ability to access future government-subsidised training.
If you’re eligible to enrol in a course under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, the tuition would be free but you’d still have to pay the materials fee (if applicable).
Find out more about fees, payments and refunds.
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Start dates
Semester 1, 2026
Locations
Horsham (on campus)
SMB (on campus)
Semester 2, 2026
Locations
Horsham (on campus)
SMB (on campus)
Information
- Our Mt Helen, SMB, Camp St and Gillies St campuses are located in Ballarat.
Contact hours
29 x 1 week blocks over 4 years.
Sample course structure
This is a list of units available in this course. Which units you enrol in will depend on the course and stream available.
- Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationHLTAID009
- Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUEECD0007
- Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology workUEECD0016
- Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry componentsUEECD0019
- Fix and secure electrotechnology equipmentUEECD0020
- Solve problems in multiple path circuitsUEECD0044
- Solve problems in single pathcircuitsUEECD0046
- Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specificationsUEECD0051
- Participate in electrical work and competency development activitiesUEECO0023
- Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installationsUEEEL0003
- Develop and connect electrical control circuitsUEEEL0005
- Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controlsUEEEL0008
- Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controlsUEEEL0009
- Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuitsUEEEL0010
- Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessoriesUEEEL0012
- Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuitsUEEEL0014
- Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installationsUEEEL0018
- Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machinesUEEEL0019
- Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuitsUEEEL0020
- Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devicesUEEEL0021
- Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuitsUEEEL0023
- Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machinesUEEEL0024
- Test and connect transformersUEEEL0025
- Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installationsUEEEL0039
- Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate suppliesUEEEL0047
- Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sectorUEERE0001
- Perform rescue from a live LV panelUETDRRF004
- Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication servicesUEEDV0005
- Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cablingUEEDV0008
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Entry requirements
Applicants must be currently employed as an apprentice electrician.
For all TAFE applications, pre-training review questions and a literacy and numeracy review are part of the application process.
How you apply will depend on your current situation. Visit our how to apply page for options and instructions.
After you submit your application, we’ll get you to do an online literacy and numeracy review to help us understand where you’re at (and if the course you’re applying for is a good fit). We’ll give you feedback and offer you support if needed.
For information about students’ rights and responsibilities, please refer to the VET Information Guide.
- Direct application
- Yes
- Federation University code
- KAI
- National course code
- UEE30820
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