Charles Darwin University

Certificate III in Electrical Fitting - UEE33011

Charles Darwin University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00300K

This qualification is part of the Electrotechnology Training Package. It is for those who want to work as an electrical fitter. Before students enrol in this course, they must contact the campus or campuses of their choice for details of information sessions and other procedures that may apply. Compulsory attendance at an information session may apply. Students will learn how to manufacture, fit, assemble, erect, operate, test, fault find, alter, repair electrical equipment, including electrical wiring work directly associated with assembling, maintaining, terminating or altering the wiring between electrical components within a plant or machinery.

Subjects

  • Install instrumentation and control apparatus and associated equipment
  • Position, assemble and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems
  • Assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear
  • Provide quotations for installation or service jobs
  • Disconnect - reconnect explosion-protected appliances and control devices connected to low voltage installation wiring
  • Use computer applications relevant to a workplace
  • Maintain operation of electrical marine equipment and systems
  • Carry out overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - dust atmospheres
  • Align and install traction lift equipment
  • Overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - dust atmospheres
  • Service clothes washing machines and dryers
  • Install instrumentation and control cabling and tubing
  • Maintain operation of electrical mining equipment and systems
  • Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
  • Provide advice on the application of energy efficient lighting for ambient and aesthetic effect
  • Rewind single phase machines
  • Rewind LV direct current machines
  • Develop and connect electrical control circuits
  • Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
  • Solve problems in temperature measurement components and systems
  • Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - pressurisation
  • Use and maintain the integrity of a portable gas detection device
  • Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems
  • Disconnect - reconnect neon signs connected to low voltage installation wiring
  • Perform CPR
  • Service gas heating appliances
  • Solve problems in density/level measurement components and systems
  • Locate and rectify faults in low voltage appliances using set procedures
  • Solve problems in pressure measurement components and systems
  • Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems
  • Solve problems in d.c. circuits
  • Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
  • Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
  • Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits
  • Provide advice on effective and energy efficient lighting products
  • Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - coal mining
  • Place and connect electrical coils
  • Overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - gas atmospheres
  • Maintain documentation
  • Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - dust atmospheres
  • Repair rail signalling power and control cables
  • Rewind three phase low voltage induction machines
  • Participate in electrical work and competency development activities
  • Overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - coal mining
  • Supply effective and efficient lighting products for domestic and small commercial applications
  • Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • Use engineering applications software on personal computers
  • Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  • Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits
  • Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - coal mining
  • Diagnose and rectify faults in traction lift systems
  • Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • Wind electrical coils
  • Service dishwasher machines
  • Overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - flameproof enclosures
  • Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - appliances
  • Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
  • Solve problems in flow measurement components and systems
  • Deliver a service to customers
  • Carry out overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - gas atmospheres
  • Service electrical heating appliances
  • Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - pressurisation
  • Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants
  • Test copper rail signalling cables
  • Locate and rectify faults in low voltage water heaters using set procedures
  • Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies
  • Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
  • Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations
  • Conduct electrical tests on LV electrical machines
  • Apply first aid
  • Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes
  • Install and modify performance data communication copper cabling
  • Maintain equipment in hazardous areas - gas atmospheres
  • Install and maintain the integrity of fixed gas detection equipment
  • Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits
  • Service and repair microwave ovens
  • Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
  • Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines
  • Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories
  • Mount and wire control panel equipment
  • Repair reeling, trailing and flexible cables
  • Verify compliance of repaired reeling, trailing and flexible cables
  • Overhaul and repair major switchgear and controlgear
  • Use instrumentation drawings, specification, standards and equipment manuals
  • Conduct compliance and functional verification of electrical apparatus and existing circuits
  • Carry out overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - coal mining
  • Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
  • Inspect and fit plugs/couplers for reeling, trailing and flexible cables
  • Assemble and wire internal electrical rail signalling equipment
  • Disconnect - reconnect water heaters connected to low voltage installation wiring
  • Install and maintain escalators, moving walks and treadways
  • Find and rectify faults in appliance control systems and devices
  • Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - gas atmospheres
  • Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
  • Test reeling, trailing and flexible cables
  • Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuits
  • Service small electrical appliances and power tools
  • Repair and maintain mechanical components of electrical machines
  • Fabricate and assemble bus bars
  • Conduct mechanical tests on electrical machines and components
  • Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
  • Carry out basic repairs to electrical components and equipment
  • Service refrigeration appliances
  • Disconnect and reconnect 3.3 kV electric propulsion components of self-propelled earth moving vehicles
  • Attend to breakdowns in hazardous areas - dust atmospheres
  • Work safely in the construction industry
  • Assemble and connect telecommunication frames and cabinets
  • Maintain and service traction lifts systems and equipment
  • Carry out overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment - flameproof enclosures
  • Disconnect - reconnect appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring
  • Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems - appliances
  • Report on the integrity of explosion-protected equipment in a hazardous area
  • HV Flexible Cables and Plugs
  • Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
  • Find and repair faults in LV d.c. electrical apparatus and circuits
  • Find and rectify faults in motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems
  • Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems

Study pathways

Not applicable.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Alice Springs No
Casuarina No

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