Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational) 22682VIC (VDSS)
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational) 22682VIC
Launch your career in a priority trade and get the skills to start your electrical apprenticeship. This electrotechnology course provides training in basic electrical theory, electrical workshop practices, wiring and basic installation skills.
You'll get to use power tools and hand tools while getting an introduction to the electrotechnology industry and jobs.
Course details
Location
Epping Campus
Career pathways
This course is designed to introduce you to electrical practices and improve your employability so you can pathway into an apprenticeship in the Electrical industry.
Study pathways
Successful completion of this course provides opportunity to continue onto an apprenticeship and, following further study, attain your Certificate III in Electrotchnology Electrician UEE30820.
Timetable
Wednesday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and Wednesday 1 pm to 5 pm
Credit in VCE or VCE VM
This course provides recognition of two units at Units 1 and 2 levels and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.
ATAR contribution
If you receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence, you will be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR (10% of the average four scaled studies). This course does not offer scored assessment.
What you'll need to bring
You'll need:
- Work pants
- long-sleeved shirt
- leather enclosed footwear (steel-capped boots not essential)
- clear safety glasses and hearing protection.
| Unit code | Unit title | Hours |
| Year 1 core units | ||
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 |
| UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | 20 |
| UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | 40 |
| UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | 20 |
| VU23480 | Perform intermediate engineering computations | 40 |
| VU23735 | Install a sustainable extra low voltage energy power system | 30 |
| VU23736 | Prepare for work in the electrotechnology industry | 30 |
| VU23737 | Use test instruments in the electrotechnology industry | 20 |
| Year 2 core units | ||
| UEECD0042 | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits | 40 |
| UEERA0035 | Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems | 20 |
| VU23738 | Plan and complete a basic electrotechnology project | 40 |
| VU23739 | Carry out basic network cabling for extra low voltage (ELV) equipment and devices | 30 |
| Year 2 elective units | ||
| UEECD0052 | Use routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment | 60 |
| UEERL0001 | Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply | 20 |
Fees and costs
2026 fee schedules will be provided to schools separately. Please contact us for more information: 03 9269 1292
Nationally Recognised Training
This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
Next steps
Schools can submit VET applications using our secure online school portal. Students may be required to attend an information session and/or interview. Schools will receive an email to confirm applications have been accepted and then, students and schools will be emailed enrolment procedures. Once enrolled, VET school coordinators can use the portal to monitor their students’ attendance and progress.
For access to Melbourne Polytechnic’s dedicated school portal, phone 03 9269 1292 or email vdss@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
To book an appointment to talk to a representative from Melbourne Polytechnic, contact 03 9269 1292 or email vdss@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.