Electrotechnology
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (UEE22020)
What skills do Electrotechnology students gain throughout the course?
Students enrolled in this course gain a wide variety of specialised skills that are required within the Electrotechnology industry. Skills such as, but not limited to:
Correct use of Electrotechnology hand and power tools
Reading and interpreting drawings and specifications
Basic wiring and fault finding
Installation of Electrotechnology cabling and equipment
Maintenance and repair of electrical appliances and other electrical equipment
As part of the Electrotechnology course students also gain the NSW Building and Construction Industry Work, Health and Safety White Card qualification. The White Card is a mandatory requirement to enter any construction site within Australia
What competencies do Electrotechnology students gain throughout the course?
UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
Compulsory core Training Package units
UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. circuits
UEENEEE141A Use of routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment
UEENEEE148A Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment
UEENEEE179A Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities
UEENEEK142A Apply environmentally and sustainable energy procedures in the energy sector
Mandatory NESA units
UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEENEEE105A Fix and secure Electrotechnology equipment
UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Additional elective units required to attain the full Certificate II qualification
UEENEEC001B Maintain documentation
UEENEEA102A Select electronic components for assembly
UEENEEP024A Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 volt supply
UEENEED101A Use computer applications relevant to a workplace
Pathways to Industry
Skills gained in this industry transfer to other occupations. Working in the construction industry involves:
Solving problems in multiple path d.c. circuits
carrying out routine work activities in an electrical environment
fixing and securing equipment
Solving problems in extra low voltage single path circuits
Examples of occupations in the construction industry:
antennae equipment installer
computer servicing / assembly worker
data communications worker
electrician
electrical assembly
renewable energy worker
renewable energy servicing worker
refrigeration and air-conditioning split-system affixer
vegetation control worker (powerline-related)
electrical trades assistant
Are there any desirable criteria for this course?
Yes. Due to the high safety requirements of this course, industry expectations, the high industry standard of regulation and specialisation, resourcing and work placement limitations there will only be a limited number of positions available within this course, capped at two classes consisting of sixteen students in each.
Evidence of consistent effort in TAS (if chosen) and other subjects during Year 10
Evidence of positive achievement in Mathematics and English subjects during Year 10
Evidence of safe working habits in practical settings
Evidence of pride in the quality of work
Genuine interest in the course area
Employment related characteristics such as uniform, punctuality, effective use of time, ability to stay on task, ability to follow instructions
2023 Course Description UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (1).pdf