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22499VIC VETDSS - Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational)~

Duration

2 Years ½ Day/Week

Location

East GeelongSecondary CollegeWerribee

Placement

Recommended

Scored

No

Outcome

Full qualification

Entry requirements

  • Attending a secondary school
  • Successful completion of Year 10 with the equivalent literacy and numeracy levels
  • Students selecting this course are recommended to have strong maths skills

~ This course is in transition.

The course code, title, units and content may change in future. Further information will be provided on The Gordon website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your training.

You will learn

  • Practical skills in using common hand tools, equipment, fixing and securing electrotechnology components
  • Fabricate, assemble, and dismantle components used in the utilities industry
  • Solve problems in low d.c. voltage circuits
  • Knowledge of electrical principles including air-conditioning, data communication, solar and the energy sector
  • Work safely with electricity and understand electrical hazards

Course outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program you will receive:

  • Recognition of up to two VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level, and a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence.
  • ATAR contribution: if you receive a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence you may be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR 
  • Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational) qualification

Dress code and course materials

Assessment is based on

  • Hands-on projects
  • Written assignments
  • Online – knowledge & skills tests
  • Exam

Further study options

**offered as an Apprenticeship only

How to apply

You must first speak to your school about VETDSS before proceeding with the below application.

  1. View the application requirements to find out what documents you will need to complete your application or watch our how to apply video.
  2. Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.

If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.

Applications & attendance

IntakeApplicationsAttendanceClassesDuration 
2025 VET Full Year
East Geelong Campus 
Open: 6 Aug 2024
Close: 12 Mar 2025 
Class DayDelivered East Geelong Campus
 
Part-time: 2 years  Apply  
2025 VET Full Year
Werribee (area) 
Open: 6 Aug 2024
Close: 12 Mar 2025 
Class DayDelivered Wyndham Central College TTC
 
Part-time: 2 years  Apply  
2025 VET Full Year
Secondary College 
Open: 6 Aug 2024
Close: 12 Mar 2025 
Class DayDelivered at College (St Joseph's only)
 
Part-time: 2 years  Apply  
2025 VET Full Year
East Geelong Campus 
Open: 6 Aug 2024
Close: 12 Mar 2025 
Class DayIntake Only for Gordon VCE Student
 
Part-time: 2 years  Apply  

 

Unfortunately we cannot always guarantee you will secure a place in your selected course. We recommend you apply early.

 

Units

Core Units Code Hours
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations codes and practices in the workplace UEENEEE101A 20
Carry out basic electrotechnology project VU22672 40
Carry out basic network cabling for extra low voltage (ELV) equipment and devices VU22673 30
Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems UEENEEJ104A 20
Fabricate assemble and dismantle utilities industry components UEENEEE102A 40
Fix And Secure Electrotechnology Equipment UEENEEE105A 20
Install a sustainable extra low voltage energy power system VU21544 30
Perform intermediate engineering computations VU22333 40
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry CPCCWHS1001 6
Provide an overview of the electrotechnology industry VU22670 30
Provide First Aid HLTAID011 18
Solve problems in ELV single path circuits UEENEEE103A 40
Use test instruments in the electrotechnology industry VU22671 20
Elective Units Code Hours
Attach Cords And Plugs To Electrical Equipment For Connection To A Single Phase 230 Volt Supply UEENEEP024A 20
Carry out basic electrotechnology project VU22672 40
Carry out basic network cabling for extra low voltage (ELV) equipment and devices VU22673 30
Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies UEENEEP026A 20
Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems UEENEEJ104A 20
Fabricate assemble and dismantle utilities industry components UEENEEE102A 40
Use test instruments in the electrotechnology industry VU22671 20

 

Please note that the electives listed are those delivered by the Gordon but you may not be required to complete all of these to successfully complete this qualification. In order to clarify what is required to complete this qualification, please check https://training.gov.au/Home/Tga

 

Date published: 16/09/2024 4:01:42 PM
22499VIC-VETDSS-Certificate-II-in-Electrotechnology-(Pre-vocational)