Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational)

Aimed at school leavers and those new to the workforce, this practical course will prepare you with foundational electrotechnology skills. You'll also gain an insight into the electrical/electronics industry to help you choose your career path.

You'll develop technical skills and knowledge that will ensure you are ready for work in the electrical trade, including:

• basic electrical theory and workshop practices
• basic network cabling for extra low voltage (ELV) equipment and devices
• use of test instruments in the electrotechnology industry
• wiring and installation
• provision of basic sustainable energy solutions in domestic premises
• fabrication, assembling and dismantling utilities industry components
• working with electrotechnology equipment and use of test instruments
• workplace safety and first aid.

You will graduate with a nationally recognised qualification as well as credits for further training as an apprentice, or trainee in the electrotechnology industry in areas such as:

• electrical
• renewable energy
• air conditioning/refrigeration
• instrumentation.

The electrotechnology industry continues to grow, ensuring that electrical skills are highly sought-after. Job prospects are good, with employment for qualified electricians expected to grow over the next five years (Labour Market Insights). Our graduates often find work in the building, construction and maintenance fields.

This pre-vocational course at Victoria University Polytechnic can help you get your foot in the door. It will give you the industry skills and knowledge to gain access to a wide range of apprenticeships offered in the electrotechnology industry. Employers often prefer apprentice applicants that have undertaken a pre-apprenticeship.

When you graduate, you could find employment in 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.

The course structure comprises the following core and elective units. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback.
To be awarded the 22499VIC Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational), a student must successfully complete a total of fifteen (15) units of competency, comprising of:

• thirteen (13) core units, and;
• a minimum of two (2) elective units.

Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

Before starting your application, please read through the step-by-step VU Polytechnic application process to make sure you have all the necessary documents and information ready to successfully complete your application.

Before applying, you should consider whether you also want to apply for:

• Credit transfer/Recognition of prior learning (RPL): If you have significant experience or studies elsewhere you may be eligible for credit for some units of your course and not have to undertake them.