Certificate III in Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Trade - MEM30405

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: Not available

No training providers have entered fees on My Skills for this course.

Please contact individual training providers directly to compare course fees.

Average Course Duration: Not available

No training providers have entered durations on My Skills for this course.

Please contact individual training providers directly to compare course durations.

Australian Apprenticeships

This course is available as an Australian Apprenticeship. The fee and duration of an Australian Apprenticeship may differ in each state or territory – view more details.

Description

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required for employment as an Engineering Tradesperson - Electrical/Electronic within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries or other industries where Engineering Tradespersons - Electrical/ Electronic work. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade. The qualification packaging has been developed on an assumption that competency will be developed through an integrated combination of on and off-the-job learning strategies such as those delivered through a formal apprenticeship. The qualification may also be achieved through formal skills recognition assessment processes.

Job roles/employment outcomes

The Certificate III in Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Trade specifies the competencies required for employment as an Engineering Tradesperson - Electrical/Electronic including the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance and service of all electrical and electronic devices systems, equipment and controls e.g. electrical wiring, motors, generators, PLCs, and other electronic controls, instruments, refrigeration, telecommunications, radio and television, communication and information processing.

Employment outcomes related to this qualification are found in a wide variety of manufacturing and engineering related sectors as well as Engineering Tradesperson - Electrical/Electronic trade related roles in other industries.

Application

This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as an Engineering Tradesperson - Electrical/Electronic. Skills development would usually be undertaken through an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement where the mix of on and off-the-job training would be specified in the Training Plan associated with the Contract of Training between the employer and apprentice.

Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate's performance in a productive work environment where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.

Occupational titles at the enterprise level covered by this qualification may vary and include engineering tradesperson - electrical/electronic, electrical fitter, electrical mechanic, electrical fitter/mechanic, electrician, refrigeration mechanic and radio tradesperson.

Want to see Training Providers who offer this course?

Search All Training Providers

Student Outcomes

Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

Learn more

Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate III).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate III).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate III).

Jobs

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Certificate III) are most often employed as:

56.4%

Technicians and Trades Workers

14.5%

Machinery Operators and Drivers

13.5%

Labourers

Industries

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Certificate III) are most often employed in:

23.4%

Construction

18.7%

Other Services

12.7%

Manufacturing

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

Learn More

Subsidised Training

The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
Select a state or territory for more information.

VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

Learn More

Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Manufacturing and Engineering Career Pathway

Certificate III in Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Trade is in the Engineering and Related Technologies Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Manufacturing and Engineering.

Stream

Electrical/Electronic

Certificate II

Electrical/Electronic Production Technology Worker

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Engineering Draftsperson

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Engineering Associate - Mechatronics

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Mechanical

Production Systems

Fabrication

Jewellery Making, Watch & Clock Repair & Service

Recreational Boating

Locksmith

Aeronautical & Avionic

Industrial Electrician

Certificate II

Marina - Worker

Electrical/Electronic Production Technology Worker

Certificate III

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

Packaging Rules

The minimum requirements for achievement of the Certificate III in Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Trade are:

completion of all core units of competency listed below, and

completion of units from the Group A Electrical/Electronic Stream to the value of at least 40 points, and

completion of units from Group B Certificate III Trade specialisation units listed in Appendix 1, Volume 1 of the Training Package, to bring the total value to at least 73 points

Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total (refer to units and prerequisites listing in Appendix 2, Volume 1).

Appropriate elective units to the value of 16 points may be chosen from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Certificate III. Note that the elective units listed below include all of the units that are approved for selection from the MEM Training Package for use in this qualification. This meets the NQC requirement that one sixth of the total units must be able to be selected from other qualifications in the same Training Package.

Registered Training Organisations must seek a determination from Manufacturing Skills Australia in respect of the allocation of points values for units of competency drawn from other Training Packages or accredited courses.

Only select units that would be suitable for Electrical/Electronic Trade occupational outcomes

Additional qualification descriptors

The following additional descriptors are approved for use with this qualification: Refrigeration and Air-conditioning; Instrumentation; Maintenance; Marine Electronics.

Core Units

select all of the units from this list

Unit code	Unit title
MEM12023A	Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024A	Perform computations
MEM13014A	Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
MEM14004A	Plan to undertake a routine task
MEM14005A	Plan a complete activity
MEM15002A	Apply quality systems
MEM15024A	Apply quality procedures
MEM16006A	Organise and communicate information
MEM16007A	Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
MEM16008A	Interact with computing technology
MEM17003A	Assist in the provision of on the job training
MSAENV272B	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Electives

Group A - Electrical/Electronic Trade stream units

select units from this list to the value of at least 40 points

Unit code	Unit title	P
MEM05001B	Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components	4
MEM05002B	Perform high reliability soldering and desoldering	4
MEM05003B	Perform soft soldering	2
MEM05006C	Perform brazing and/or silver soldering	2
MEM09002B	Interpret technical drawing	4
MEM10002B	Terminate and connect electrical wiring	3
MEM10003B	Install and test electrical wiring and circuits up to 1000 volts a.c. and 1500 volts d.c.	12
MEM12002B	Perform electrical/electronic measurement	2
MEM12004B	Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement	4
MEM18001C	Use hand tools	2
MEM18002B	Use power tools/hand held operations	2
MEM18045B	Fault find/repair electrical equipment/components up to 250 volts single phase supply	4
MEM18046B	Fault find/repair electrical equipment/components up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.	10
MEM18047B	Diagnose and maintain electronic controlling systems on mobile plant	4
MEM18048B	Fault find and repair/rectify basic electrical circuits	12
MEM18049C	Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.	3
MEM18050C	Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment over 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.	3
MEM18051B	Fault find and repair/rectify complex electrical circuits	6
MEM18052B	Maintain fluid power systems for mobile plant	4
MEM18054B	Fault find, test and calibrate instrumentation systems and equipment	8
MEM18055B	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components	3
MEM18056B	Diagnose and repair analog equipment and components	10
MEM18057B	Maintain/service analog/digital electronic equipment	6
MEM18058C	Modify electronic equipment	4
MEM18060B	Maintain, repair control instrumentation - single and multiple loop control systems	8
MEM18062B	Install, maintain and calibrate instrumentation sensors, transmitters and final control elements	8
MEM18063B	Terminate signal and data cables	4
MEM18064B	Maintain instrumentation system components	6
MEM18065B	Diagnose and repair digital equipment and components	10
MEM18098A	Prepare to perform work associated with fuel system installation and servicing*	2

Group B - Trade Specialisation units

Select units from the Certificate III Trade Specialisation units listed in Volume 1 of MEM05 to bring the total value of units to at least 73 points, including any prerequisites

Note: The following units of competency are required to meet the National Uniform Electrical Licensing '66 essential capabilities' for an electrician's license.

Unit code	Unit title	P
MEM12023A	Perform engineering measurements	n/a
MEM12024A	Perform computations	n/a
MEM13014A	Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment	n/a
MEM14004A	Plan to undertake a routine task	n/a
MEM14005A	Plan a complete activity	n/a
MEM15002A	Apply quality systems	n/a
MEM15024A	Apply quality procedures	n/a
MEM16006A	Organise and communicate information	n/a
MEM16007A	Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment	n/a
MEM16008A	Interact with computing technology	n/a
MEM17003A	Assist in the provision of on the job training	n/a
MEM09002B	Interpret technical drawing	4
MEM10002B	Terminate and connect electrical wiring	3
MEM10003B	Install and test electrical wiring and circuits up to 1000 volts a.c. and 1500 volts d.c.	12
MEM10004B	Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters	2
MEM10011B	Terminate and connect specialist cables	3
MEM12002B	Perform electrical/electronic measurement	2
MEM12004B	Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement	4
MEM18001C	Use hand tools	2
MEM18002B	Use power tools/hand held operations	2
MEM18046B	Fault find/repair electrical equipment/components up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.	10
MEM18048B	Fault find and repair/rectify basic electrical circuits	12
MEM18049C	Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.	3
MEM18051B	Fault find and repair/rectify complex electrical circuits	6
	Points total	65

Training Providers

View training providers who offer this course and compare their course fees and durations.

Learn more

Need help choosing?

Need help choosing a training provider? Download a factsheet and comparison table to assist you with comparing training providers and making a decision.

Learn more

USI

All students undertaking nationally recognised training must have a USI in order to receive a qualification.

Learn more

Labour Market

Labour market insights can help you make decisions about study and training, your first job.

Learn more