UEE22020 - Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)

Duration12 months
Location
Gladstone and
Next intakeJanuary, 2024
Study modeOn Campus, RPL/RCC/Credit
Total units13

Overview

Get the spark started to your career in the electrical trade. CQUniversity Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) offers you the spark to obtain training in the key areas of safety, basic skills, and knowledge. This course is suited to Start TAFE Now (STN) high school students with no previous connection to the electrical industry and who would like to gain foundation skills and knowledge for possible entry into an Electrical apprenticeship. This pre-apprenticeship course covers competencies for a work entry program providing grounding for work in any electrotechnology discipline.

This qualification covers competencies for work entry program providing grounding in safety and basic skills and knowledge for work in any electrotechnology discipline.



This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

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Career Opportunities

Apprenticeship in the below fields:

Electrical

Instrumentation

Refrigeration

Structure & Availability

Standard Course Structure

Duration:

12 months



Core

Unit CodeUnit Name
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
UEECD0009Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment
UEECD0021Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities
UEECD0046Solve problems in single path circuits*
UEECD0038Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems
UEECD0052Use routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment
UEERE0021Provide basic sustainable energy solutions for energy reduction in residential premises

Elective

Unit CodeUnit Name
UEERE0001Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
UEECD0020Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEECD0019Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEEAS0001Assemble electronic components
UEERL0001Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply

START TAFE NOW (STN)

Duration:

12 months


CORE

Unit CodeUnit Name
UEERE0021Provide basic sustainable energy solutions for energy reduction in residential premises
UEECD0052Use routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0038Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems
UEECD0046Solve problems in single path circuits*
UEECD0009Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment
CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

ELECTIVE

Unit CodeUnit Name
UEERL0001Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
UEEAS0001Assemble electronic components
UEECD0019Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEECD0020Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEERE0001Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

START TAFE NOW (STN)

IntakeLocations
February, 2023Gladstone, On-campus, Rockhampton City
March, 2023Gladstone, On-campus
January, 2024Gladstone, On-campus, Rockhampton City

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course. Students wishing to complete and receive QCE Points can apply in Year 11 or Year 12.

Fees & Scholarships

2023 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$6,760
Fee for service per unit$520
TAFE Priority Skills Fund/Training Program fee per unit$102.70
Co-Contribution Fee$2,574
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee$2,093
Co-Contribution Fee per unit$198
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee per unit$161

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$5,551
Fee for service per unit$427
Co-Contribution Fee$1,157
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee$676
Co-Contribution Fee per unit$89
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee per unit$52

Please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding.

For high school students you may be eligible for the Queensland Government’s VET in Schools (VETiS) program which is fee-free. Course specific costs may be applicable, an example would be high vis clothes and safety boots for trade courses.

If you are unsure, please call us on 13 27 86.

How to apply

Step 1: Get a Unique Student Identifier (USI)

Visit usi.gov.au to create a USI or find an existing one.

Step 2: Prepare your eligibility documentation

So that we can assess your application and eligibility for Government funding options, you’ll need to upload documentation as part of your application. This includes proof of your:

  • Queensland Residency and Date of Birth. (e.g. Queensland Driver’s License photo must be of the back and front of the license)
  • Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency (e.g. Medicare Card or Birth Certificate)

For further information on eligible documentation, visit Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.

To fast-track your application, make sure you provide a clear photo showing all the information and upload it with your application.

Step 3: Start TAFE Now Application Documents

Applying via the Start TAFE Now Program you will need to ensure you attached the following documents to your application:

  • A signed Start Now Study Authorisation Form
  • Letter of recommendation from High School on school letterhead;
  • Written statement (max 1-page) outlining the student's career aspirations and how the course will assist in achieving this.

All of the above documents must be provided in order for applications to be considered. Visit How to apply to Start TAFE Now for more information.

Step 4: Apply Online

To apply, applicants should email the Schools Engagement team (stn@cqu.edu.au) within the noted application period, and include all supporting documentation as identified above.

Applications close on Friday 8th September 2023.