This qualification gives you the skills and knowledge you need to become a licensed electrician. You will learn the specialised theory and practical skills of the trade as well as safety, communication and workplace skills. The qualification provides competencies to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises. It includes ERAC requirements for an Electrician's Licence.
This qualification could lead to employment as an Electrical Contractor, Electrical Fitter/Equipment and Systems Technician or General Electrician – Special Class.
Please contact SuniTAFE to discuss other qualifications that can extend your skills further.
Classroom - Training will be delivered on site at SuniTAFE.
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable. Applicants enrolling must be employed as an Apprentice and must have a registered training contract. Applicants must be working in the industry and able to provide a letter of support from their employer to undertake some practical assessments in the workplace.
4 Years
Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | 4 | $25.00 |
UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | 20 | $26.00 |
UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work | 20 | $26.00 |
UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | 40 | $52.00 |
UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | 20 | $26.00 |
UEECD0044 | Solve problems in multiple path circuits | 40 | $52.00 |
UEECD0046 | Solve problems in single path circuits | 40 | $52.00 |
UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications | 40 | $52.00 |
UEECO0023 | Participate in electrical work and competency development activities | 20 | $26.00 |
UEEEL0003 | Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations | 40 | $52.00 |
UEEEL0005 | Develop and connect electrical control circuits | 80 | $104.00 |
UEEEL0008 | Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls | 20 | $26.00 |
UEEEL0009 | Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls | 20 | $26.00 |
UEEEL0010 | Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits | 20 | $26.00 |
UEEEL0012 | Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories | 40 | $52.00 |
UEEEL0014 | Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits | 80 | $104.00 |
UEEEL0018 | Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations | 80 | $104.00 |
UEEEL0019 | Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines | 30 | $39.00 |
UEEEL0020 | Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits | 80 | $104.00 |
UEEEL0021 | Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices | 30 | $39.00 |
UEEEL0023 | Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits | 40 | $52.00 |
UEEEL0024 | Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines | 40 | $52.00 |
UEEEL0025 | Test and connect transformers | 40 | $52.00 |
UEEEL0039 | Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations | 60 | $78.00 |
UEEEL0047 | Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies | 20 | $26.00 |
UEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | 20 | $26.00 |
UETDRRF004 | Perform rescue from a live LV panel | 6 | $0.00 |
Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
UEEDV0005 | Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services | 120 | $156.00 |
UEEDV0008 | Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling | 40 | $52.00 |
2024 | 2025 | |
Apprenticeship | $5,302 | $5,475 |
Apprenticeship Concession | $1,507 | $1,507 |
Self-Funded | $7,257 | $7,545 |
Intake | Campus | Course Details |
2025 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, Part Time Apprentice |
2025 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, School Based Apprentice |
2025 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Full Time, Classroom, Full Year, Apprentice |
2025 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Classroom, Full Year, Apprentice |
2025 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, Part Time Apprentice |
2025 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, School Based Apprentice |