Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation

Clark Education City’s Diploma Electrical and Instrumentation is designed for those wanting to pursue an Electrician trade outcome covering developing, selecting, installing, commissioning, maintenance and diagnosing faults and malfunctions on electrical, instrumentation and control equipment and systems. Combines industry relevant learning and assessment strategies, guiding students in developing a competitive advantage for success.

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Course Duration

96 weeks

Average Contact Hours

18 per week

Pre-Requisite

IELTS Entry 5.5

Professional Development

All assessments undertaken are designed to replicate the types of skills and standards that will be required for success in the construction industry eg. practical demonstrations, project-based work and presentations. Additional services provided to CEC students to enhance their employability include the following:
  1. Resume Workshop
  2. Interview Skills Workshop
  3. English for Carpentry and Joinery
  4. Australian Culture, Language and Communications Workshop
  5. Careers and Further Education Workshop
  6. Student Mentoring
  7. Industry Tours
  8. Work Experience
  9. Uniforms

Course Outline

Course Outline (Stage 1)

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
Apply OHS practices in the workplace Document occupational hazards and risks in electrical

ADMINISTRATION
Source and purchase materials/parts for installation or service jobs
Provide quotations for installation or service jobs

CUSTOMER SERVICE
Deliver a service to customers
Provide basic instruction in the use of electro-technology apparatus
Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes

ELECTRO-TECHNOLOGY
Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
Dismantle, assemble and fabricate electro-technology components
Find and repair faults in d.c electrical apparatus and circuits
Lay and connect cables for multiple access telecommunication services
Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits
Solve problems in multiple path d.c. circuits
Fix and secure equipment Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals
Lay wiring and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage circuits
Solve problems in electromagnetic circuits
Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage circuits
Install wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits
Install low voltage electrical apparatus and associate equipment
Select and arrange equipment for general electrical installations
Verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
Find and repair faults in electrical apparatus and circuits
Develop and connect control circuits
Install and maintain emergency systems
Troubleshoot d.c. power supplies with single phase input

Course Outline (Stage 2)

ELECTRO-TECHNOLOGY
Implement and monitor OHS policies and procedures
Compile and produce an electrotechnology report
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
Write specifications for electrical engineering projects
Verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations
Prepare tender submissions for electrotechnology projects
Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
Write specifications for electrotechnology projects
Solve problems in complex multiple path circuits
Analyse materials for suitability in equipment
Conduct electrical tests on high voltage electrical machines
Use engineering applications software
Plan an integrated cabling system
Write specifications for electrical engineering projects

MANAGEMENT
Contribute to risk management in electrotechnology systems
Establish, maintain and evaluate OHS systems
Develop and implement maintenance programs
Supervise and coordinate work activities
Manage workplace effectiveness Ensure team effectiveness

Pre Enrolment Information

CEC will provide you with the following additional information prior to enrolment:
  1. Student selection, enrolment, SSP Visa and induction/orientation procedures
  2. Course information, including content and vocational outcomes
  3. Fees and charges, including refund policy and exemptions (where applicable)
  4. Provision for language, literacy and numeracy assistance
  5. Student support, including any external support the CEC has arranged for students
  6. Flexible learning and assessment procedures
  7. Welfare and guidance services
  8. Appeals and complaints procedures
  9. Disciplinary procedures
  10. Staff responsibilities for access and equity as provided for in CEC’s code of practice
  11. Living in Clark Special Economic Zone (CSEZ)