STARTING AN ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP 

How do I become an Electrical Apprentice in Victoria?

To become an electrician you must complete a four year cert III in Electrotechnology Electrician course (Apprenticeship). You must have an employer to commence an Apprenticeship. Your employer must be a licenced electrician. 

 

You can commence a cert II in Electrotechnology which is a 12 week course to get you work ready.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/levels-of-study/vocational-study/certificates/certificate-ii-in-electrotechnology-prevocational-c2225

 

 

Core units included in the Cert III in Electrotechnology Apprencticeship.

 

Module CodeModule TitleNominal HoursScope
HLTAID009Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID009)4Core
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEECD0007)20Core
UEECD0016Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEECD0016)20Core
UEECD0019Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEECD0019)40Core
UEECD0020Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (UEECD0020)20Core
UEECD0044Solve problems in multiple path circuits (UEECD0044)40Core
UEECD0046Solve problems in single path circuits (UEECD0046)40Core
UEECD0051Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications (UEECD0051)40Core
UEECO0023Participate in electrical work and competency development activities (UEECO0023)20Core
UEEEL0003Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations (UEEEL0003)40Core
UEEEL0005Develop and connect electrical control circuits (UEEEL0005)80Core
UEEEL0008Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls (UEEEL0008)20Core
UEEEL0009Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls (UEEEL0009)20Core
UEEEL0010Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits (UEEEL0010)20Core
UEEEL0012Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories (UEEEL0012)40Core
UEEEL0014Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits (UEEEL0014)80Core
UEEEL0018Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations (UEEEL0018)80Core
UEEEL0019Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines (UEEEL0019)30Core
UEEEL0020Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits (UEEEL0020)80Core
UEEEL0021Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices (UEEEL0021)30Core
UEEEL0023Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits (UEEEL0023)40Core
UEEEL0024Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines (UEEEL0024)40Core
UEEEL0025Test and connect transformers (UEEEL0025)40Core
UEEEL0039Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations (UEEEL0039)60Core
UEEEL0047Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies (UEEEL0047)20Core
UEERE0001Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector (UEERE0001)20Core
UETDRRF004Perform rescue from a live LV panel (UETDRRF004)6Core

Electives include

 

UEEDV0005Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services (UEEDV0005)120Elective
UEEDV0008Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling (UEEDV0008)40Elective

As an electrician there are four primary areas of specialisation.

Industrial

Construction

Instrumentation

Maintenance

 

RESUME

 

To apply to become an Electrician you must have a good resume.

 

Some tips for a good resume are

 

Add a personal brief

The Resume should be error free

Include your work or school experience.

List all your qualifications, including short courses or online courses, awards or school projects that you are proud of