Overview
Installs, tests, connects, commissions, maintains and modifies electrical equipment, wiring and control systems. Registration or licensing is required.
Skills
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
Tasks
- examining blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequences and methods of operation
- measuring and laying out installation reference points
- selecting, cutting and connecting wire and cable to terminals and connectors
- using electrical and electronic test instruments to trace and diagnose faults
- repairing and replacing faulty wiring and defective parts
- positioning and installing electrical switchboards
- connecting electrical systems to power supply
- testing continuity of circuit
- installing, testing and adjusting electric and mechanical parts of lifts
Alternative Titles
- Electrical Fitter
Specialisations
- Armature Winder
- Electrical Contractor
- Heavy Coil Winder
- Railway Signal Electrician
Related Occupations
Source: 1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition.
Note: The tasks associated with the occupation are to be used as guidance only. The tasks listing may include tasks associated with the grouping/category to which the occupation belongs.
Training Pathways
48 courses found.
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UTE41406: Certificate IV in Electrotechnology Fire Protection Control
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UTE31206: Certificate III in Electrotechnology Fire Protection Control
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UEE53020: Diploma of Electrical Systems Engineering
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UEE50220: Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation
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UEE43020: Certificate IV in Electrical Equipment and Systems
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UEE42622: Certificate IV in Hazardous areas - Electrical
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UEE42120: Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Electrical Contracting
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UEE42009: Certificate IV in Electrical - Photovoltaic Systems
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UEE40620: Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Systems Electrician
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UEE40420: Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation
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UEE40320: Certificate IV in Installation Inspection and Audits
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UEE33020: Certificate III in Electrical Fitting
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UEE32120: Certificate III in Appliance Service
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UEE31020: Certificate III in Fire Protection Control
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UEE30820: Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
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UEE30725: Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear
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UEE30720: Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear
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UEE30625: Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair
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UEE30620: Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair
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TDT40702: Certificate IV in Transport and Distribution (Rail Infrastructure)
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P1941: Course in ACTEW Workplace Trainer Competency Program (Category 1)
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91038NSW: Certificate III in Electrical Contracting
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90988NSW: Certificate III in Electrical Wiring
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90969NSW: Certificate I in Electrical Pre-Vocation
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90953NSW: Certificate III in Domestic Appliance Servicing
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90935NSW: Course in Bonded Asbestos Removal (Electrical)
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80970ACT: Course in Electrician - Minimum Australian Context Gap
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80740ACT: Course in Electrical Installation Testing
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6211: Certificate III in Electrical (Electrician/Electrical Mechanic)
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52912WA: Course in Electrical Trade Licensing
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52899WA: Course in Electrical Trade Licensing Gap Training
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52830WA: Course in Electrical Trade Licensing
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51871: Course in Electrical Trade Licensing
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40537SA: Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
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22664VIC: Course in Energy Efficiency Management
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22633VIC: Course in General Thermal Imaging
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22609VIC: Course in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure up to 22kW
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22585VIC: Course in the Application of Internet of Things for Electricians
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22261VIC: Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies (Pre-vocational)
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21887VIC: Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies (Pre-vocational)
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21529VIC: Certificate IV in Electrical (Systems Electrician/Instrumentation)
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13880ACT: Certificate I in Electrical and Electronic Studies
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13879ACT: Certificate I in Electronic Studies
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13878ACT: Certificate I in Electrical Studies
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12854ACT: Course in Electrical Installation Testing
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12395WA: Certificate III in Engineering (electrical Stream)
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11359NAT: Course in Arc Flash Hazard Safety for Electrical Personnel
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11297NAT: Course in Electrician - Minimum Australian Context Gap
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