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Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
4 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Electrical Technology
Area of study
Engineering
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-06-10-
About Program

Program Overview


This pre-apprenticeship program provides a comprehensive foundation in electrotechnology, covering core units in safety, fabrication, problem-solving, and equipment installation. Through a combination of face-to-face and e-learning, students develop industry-standard skills and gain practical experience through industry projects and simulations. Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared for apprenticeship opportunities in the building, construction, and maintenance industries.

Program Outline

Outline:


Core Units:

  • Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (Unit code: CPCCWHS1001)
  • Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (Unit code: UEENEEE101A)
  • Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (Unit code: UEENEEE102A)
  • Solve problems in ELV single path circuits (Unit code: UEENEEE103A)
  • Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (Unit code: UEENEEE105A)
  • Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems (Unit code: UEENEEJ104A)
  • Perform intermediate engineering computations (Unit code: VU22333)
  • Install a sustainable extra low voltage energy power system (Unit code: VU21544)
  • Provide an overview of the electrotechnology industry (Unit code: VU22670)
  • Use test instruments in the electrotechnology industry (Unit code: VU22671)
  • Carry out basic electrotechnology project (Unit code: VU22672)
  • Carry out basic network cabling for extra low voltage (ELV) equipment and devices (Unit code: VU22673)
  • Provide First Aid (Unit code: HLTAID011)

Unit in Transition:

  • Provide first aid (Unit code: HLTAID003)

Elective Units:


Teaching:

  • The course is taught through a combination of face-to-face and e-learning delivery.
  • You'll learn from teachers who have valuable industry contacts and the latest industry-standard skills.
  • You'll also develop links with industry and professional experience through:
  • Industry projects
  • Live work
  • Industry simulation

Careers:

  • Electrical skills are highly sought-after and job prospects are good.
  • Since employers often prefer apprentice applicants that have completed a pre-apprenticeship, this course will open your door to a wider range of opportunities in the building, construction and maintenance industries.
  • When you graduate, you’ll be ready for roles such as:
  • Apprentice electrician
  • Apprentice electrical fitter
  • Apprentice air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic
  • Renewable energy systems installer
  • Electrical engineering technician
  • Renewable energy sales and support
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For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond. Victoria University aims to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.

Services

Housing services

Victoria University is pleased to offer guaranteed accommodation to new and continuing full-time domestic and international students. This offer is in partnership with UniLodge, our accommodation provider.

UniLodge Victoria University offers modern purpose-built student accommodation apartments in Footscray with excellent facilities and a community environment – all within a short walking distance to classes!

Library services

Our online resources are available 24 hours a day from wherever you are. You can also visit any of our seven campus libraries for help with your information needs, access to a PC or a quiet place to study.

Student Life

Campus life

Victoria University has campuses across Melbourne's CBD and western suburbs. International students can also choose to study at VU Sydney, VU India or partner institutions overseas.

Our flagship campus is located in Footscray - study with us in Melbourne's western cultural and creative epicentre.

  • City Flinders
  • City Flinders Lane
  • City King
  • City Queen
  • Footscray Nicholson
  • Footscray Park
  • St Albans
  • Sunshine
  • Werribee
  • VU at MetroWest (Footscray)
  • VU Sydney

Sports facilities

There are plenty of options for staff and students wanting to join a sporting club and play in local competitions.

Joining a Victoria University sport club helps keep you fit while doing something you love. You will also get to meet new people and maybe do some travelling too.

Student clubs

VU organises a range of activities on- and off-campus, including:

  • Orientation Parties
  • Annual Ball
  • Mental Health training (subsidised)
  • Be a Better Human Festival
  • De-stress Festival
  • Queernival

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

As part of the application process, applicants must complete a Pre-training Review (PTR) and undertake a literacy and numeracy (LN) assessment to determine suitability for admission. VETDSS: The literacy and numeracy levels of applicants will be assessed through consultation with the relevant secondary school. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

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