The Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820) prepares learners for a professional career in the electrical trade. This comprehensive program equips you with the essential skills and technical knowledge required to install, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in commercial, residential, and industrial environments.

The qualification meets the requirements of the Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) for an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence and supports you on your journey to becoming a fully qualified electrician in Australia.

Delivered over two years, this course blends face-to-face classes, practical workshop sessions, and online learning to support different learning styles and ensure strong theoretical and hands-on capabilities. The course also includes mandatory units for CPR and low-voltage panel rescue.

On successful completion, learners may pursue licensing requirements and continue to further qualifications or advanced trade pathways.

This course provides the essential training required to work as an electrician. Key learning outcomes include:

• Installing and testing low voltage wiring and equipment
  
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical systems and faults
  
• Interpreting electrical drawings, diagrams and specifications
  
• Selecting and connecting control circuits and transformers
  
• Applying WHS, environmental, and sustainability standards
  
• Performing CPR and rescue from a live LV panel
  
• Using programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and electrical software tools
  
• Verifying compliance and safety of general electrical installations
  

Graduates will be eligible to apply for an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence (subject to additional workplace experience and assessment), and may continue to Certificate IV or licensing-level training.

This qualification includes a total of 29 units of competency, comprising 27 core units and 2 elective units, totalling 1,110 weighting points:

Core Units (27 units – 990 Points)

• UEECD0007 – Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
• UEECO0023 – Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
• UEECD0016 – Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work*
• HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• UETDRRF004 – Perform rescue from a live LV panel*
• UEERE0001 – Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
• UEECD0019 – Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components*
• UEECD0020 – Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment*
• UEECD0051 – Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications*
• UEECD0046 – Solve problems in single path circuits*
• UEECD0044 – Solve problems in multiple path circuits*
• UEEEL0021 – Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
• UEEEL0019 – Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines*
• UEEEL0020 – Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits*
• UEEEL0023 – Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits*
• UEEEL0025 – Test and connect transformers*
• UEEEL0024 – Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines*
• UEEEL0005 – Develop and connect electrical control circuits*
• UEEEL0008 – Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls*
• UEEEL0009 – Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls*
• UEEEL0010 – Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits*
• UEEEL0003 – Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations*
• UEEEL0018 – Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations*
• UEEEL0047 – Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies*
• UEEEL0014 – Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits*
• UEEEL0012 – Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories*
• UEEEL0039 – Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations*

Elective Units (2 units – 120 Points)

• UEEEL0046 Find and repair faults in LV d.c. electrical apparatus and circuits*
• UEEEL0069 Select and arrange equipment for special LV electrical installations*

*Units marked with an asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Prerequisite requirements have been embedded into the delivery structure to ensure learners meet them before undertaking each unit.

All units are delivered in a predefined sequence aligned with industry requirements and licensing outcomes. The delivery schedule supports learners in gaining the skills and knowledge progressively while meeting all pre-requisite structures.

This qualification prepares you for a range of electrical trade careers including:

• Electrician (General)
  
• Maintenance Electrician
  
• Electrical Tradesperson
  
• Industrial or Domestic Electrical Technician
  
• Electrical Installer / Assembler
  

It is also a key component of licensing pathways, including the NSW Fair Trading Pathway A for applying for an Electrician’s Licence (subject to work experience and assessment).

To enrol, applicants must:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Have completed studies equivalent to Australian Year 10
• Have basic computer skills and access to a device with internet

There are no formal prerequisites, but prior completion of a Certificate II in Electrotechnology is recommended.

Before starting, all students will complete a Pre-Enrolment Interview and may be required to undertake an LLND Assessment to identify if additional support is needed.

• Face-to-Face Classes: Held weekly at our Burwood campus
• Workshop Training: Hands-on learning and practical assessments at Burwood Campus workshop
• Online Learning: Complete essential reading, video tutorials and tasks via the student portal
• Trainer Support: Dedicated weekly coaching sessions, progress feedback, and one-on-one guidance

You will be assessed through written tests, project assignments, and practical demonstrations.

• Duration: 104 weeks (including term breaks)
• Study Load: Approx. 32 hours per week
  
  • 20 hrs face-to-face (class + workshop)
  • 5 hrs online/self-paced
  • 7 hrs study, coaching & assessment
• Total Hours: 2,292 hours

Timetable is structured around 8 terms with scheduled breaks and aligned to unit prerequisites.

Full training schedule provided upon enrolment.

Students must provide or have access to:

• BYO laptop with basic Microsoft Office or equivalent
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety glasses, safety gloves (cut 2 resistant), safety boots, safety cap
• Electrician’s hand tool kit (multimeter, pliers, screwdrivers etc.)
• Textbooks:
  
  • Electrical Principles (5th Ed, Cengage)
  • Electrical Trade Practices (3rd Ed, Cengage)

All other materials and learning resources will be supplied by South Sydney College.

This qualification is part of the pathway to apply for an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence in NSW. Completion of the course alone does not guarantee a licence – you must also meet experience and assessment requirements outlined by NSW Fair Trading.

Graduates may also continue to:

• Certificate IV in Electrical – Instrumentation
• Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas
• Diploma of Electrical Engineering

If you have previous industry experience or hold relevant units from another course, you may be eligible for credit transfer or RPL. Speak to our enrolment team for a free skills assessment before enrolling.