TAFE Queensland
6-10 weeks
This entry-level Certificate II in Electrotechnology equips aspiring electricians with essential skills in safe electrical work, circuit problem-solving, and equipment operation. Perfect for those seeking apprenticeships or trade assistant roles in the high-demand electrical industry.
No formal entry requirements. The course is designed for school leavers and career changers interested in the electrical trades. You should have a genuine interest in electrotechnology and be willing to work hands-on with tools and equipment. The course includes the General Safety Induction (White Card), which is mandatory for working on Queensland construction sites. Basic numeracy and literacy skills are beneficial.
The course comprises core and elective competency units totaling 140 points. Core units cover work health and safety regulations (CPCCWHS1001, UEECD0007), routine energy sector work activities (UEECD0009), component and material selection (UEECD0021), problem-solving in electrotechnology (UEECD0038), single-path circuit problem solving (UEECD0046), equipment and plant operation (UEECD0052), and sustainable energy solutions (UEERE0021). Elective units include cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID009), preparatory energy sector work (UEECD0008), component fabrication and assembly (UEECD0019), equipment installation (UEECD0020), product manufacturing (UEECD0033), customer instruction (UEECD0035), vapour compression systems (UEERA0036), and environmental sustainability procedures (UEERE0001).
TAFE Queensland is a leading vocational education provider with extensive industry connections and trade facilities. The institution offers hands-on learning with the same equipment and tools used in industry, combined with experienced teachers who make learning engaging and practical. TAFE Queensland's Find Your Apprentice service assists graduates in securing apprenticeships with employers, providing ongoing support beyond course completion. The provider's strong reputation in trades training and government-funded pathways make it an ideal choice for launching a career in electrotechnology.
Successful completion of this Certificate II opens pathways to apprenticeships across diverse electrical sectors including cabling, equipment, instrumentation, switchgear, telecommunications, air conditioning and refrigeration, and renewable energy. With around 26,000 job openings expected for electricians over the next five years, graduates are well-positioned for immediate employment as trade assistants or to progress into formal apprenticeships. The qualification counts toward the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) for high school students, making you job-ready sooner while maintaining educational pathways for further study.
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