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.
Core units included in the Cert III in Electrotechnology Apprencticeship.
Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours | Scope |
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HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID009) | 4 | Core |
UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEECD0007) | 20 | Core |
UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEECD0016) | 20 | Core |
UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEECD0019) | 40 | Core |
UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (UEECD0020) | 20 | Core |
UEECD0044 | Solve problems in multiple path circuits (UEECD0044) | 40 | Core |
UEECD0046 | Solve problems in single path circuits (UEECD0046) | 40 | Core |
UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications (UEECD0051) | 40 | Core |
UEECO0023 | Participate in electrical work and competency development activities (UEECO0023) | 20 | Core |
UEEEL0003 | Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations (UEEEL0003) | 40 | Core |
UEEEL0005 | Develop and connect electrical control circuits (UEEEL0005) | 80 | Core |
UEEEL0008 | Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls (UEEEL0008) | 20 | Core |
UEEEL0009 | Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls (UEEEL0009) | 20 | Core |
UEEEL0010 | Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits (UEEEL0010) | 20 | Core |
UEEEL0012 | Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories (UEEEL0012) | 40 | Core |
UEEEL0014 | Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits (UEEEL0014) | 80 | Core |
UEEEL0018 | Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations (UEEEL0018) | 80 | Core |
UEEEL0019 | Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines (UEEEL0019) | 30 | Core |
UEEEL0020 | Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits (UEEEL0020) | 80 | Core |
UEEEL0021 | Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices (UEEEL0021) | 30 | Core |
UEEEL0023 | Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits (UEEEL0023) | 40 | Core |
UEEEL0024 | Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines (UEEEL0024) | 40 | Core |
UEEEL0025 | Test and connect transformers (UEEEL0025) | 40 | Core |
UEEEL0039 | Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations (UEEEL0039) | 60 | Core |
UEEEL0047 | Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies (UEEEL0047) | 20 | Core |
UEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector (UEERE0001) | 20 | Core |
UETDRRF004 | Perform rescue from a live LV panel (UETDRRF004) | 6 | Core |
Electives include
UEEDV0005 | Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services (UEEDV0005) | 120 | Elective |
UEEDV0008 | Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling (UEEDV0008) | 40 | Elective |
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