Pathway Outline
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22/07/2026 8:57 PM AWST
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Electrotechnology Pre-Apprenticeship
Electrotechnology Pre-Apprenticeship
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
WC20
WC20
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
17/04/2014
17/04/2014
Field of Education
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
Approved Date
28/06/2012
28/06/2012
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Version
4.00
4.00
Current Release Date
17/04/2014
17/04/2014
Nominal Hours
401
401
Description
The aim of this pre-apprenticeship is to provide learners with industry specific training to gain skills, knowledge and behaviours to enable transition into an indentured apprenticeship.
Packaging Rules
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC711 | UEENEEK142A | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | 18 | Unit of competency |
| S7307 | UEENEEE101A | Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | 18 | Unit of competency |
| WC442 | UEENEEE148A | Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment | 36 | Unit of competency |
| WC452 | UEENEEE179A | Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities | 18 | Unit of competency |
| S7309 | UEENEEE104A | Solve problems in d.c. circuits | 72 | Unit of competency |
| WC435 | UEENEEE141A | Use of routine equipment/plant/technologies in an energy sector environment | 36 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Mandatory Elective Units
The following electives are mandatory for the pre-apprenticeship pathway.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7431 | UEENEEP024A | Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply | 18 | Unit of competency |
| S7310 | UEENEEE105A | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| WC437 | UEENEEE143A | Produce routine tools/devices for carrying out energy sector work activities | 36 | Unit of competency |
| WG730 | HLTAID001 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | 3 | Unit of competency |
| WC375 | UEENEEA102A | Select electronic components for assembly | 18 | Unit of competency |
| WC385 | UEENEED101A | Use computer applications relevant to a workplace | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W9434 | CPCCOHS1001A | Work safely in the construction industry | 4 | Unit of competency |
3. Additional Units
The following units must be completed for the pre-apprenticeship pathway.
A statement of attainment must be issued for the units in addition to the Certificate II qualification. The Statement of Attainment must comply with the wording specified in the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules.
A statement of attainment must be issued for the units in addition to the Certificate II qualification. The Statement of Attainment must comply with the wording specified in the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7350 | CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| S7308 | UEENEEE102A | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | 36 | Unit of competency |
| S7311 | UEENEEE107A | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications | 36 | Unit of competency |
4. Workplacement Coordination Modules
The following form part of the pre-apprenticeship program.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WP096 | WP096 | Pre-apprenticeship Work Placement Coordination 1 (placement arranged) | 0 | Module |
| WP097 | WP097 | Pre-apprenticeship Work Placement Coordination 2 (commenced) | 0 | Module |
| WP098 | WP098 | Pre-apprenticeship Work Placement Coordination 3 (mid-point) | 0 | Module |
| WP099 | WP099 | Pre-apprenticeship Work Placement Coordination 4 (completed) | 0 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB60 | Pre-apprenticeship Electrical | Pathway |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA41 | Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship | Pathway |
Note
This pre-apprenticeship consists of a Certificate II qualification plus three additional units. A statement of attainment must be issued for the units in addition to the Certificate II qualification. The Statement of Attainment must comply with the wording specified in the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules.
Note: Energy Safety requires that the pre-apprentice obtains an’ Electrician’s Training License’. For further information visit: http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/energysafety/licensing-electrical-workers-and-electrical-contractors.
Please note the mandated electives in the course outline/footprint.
Energy Safety contact: Steve Isbister, Coordinator, Licensing Office. Phone 6251 1935
Please refer to the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules 2015 for details on the requirements of the program.
1. The WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules provide for details on the requirements of the program. The business rules also outlines the amount of workplace experience a student is to undertake and RTO responsibilities in relation to pre-apprenticeship work placement.
2. The set of work placement coordination modules should be used to indicate that the RTO has undertaken and completed its responsibilities for establishing and monitoring work placements for each pre-apprentice student.
3. RTOs should report students in each module as each phase of the work placement is achieved.
4. The student does not incur course fees for the work placement modules as the nominal hours value for each of these modules is zero.
5. The Department of Training and Workforce Development will use the work placement coordination units reported for each pre-apprentice to monitor, and trigger funding for, RTO efforts in establishing and monitoring work placements.
6. The work placement coordination modules do not represent the amount of workplace experience a student must undertake.
7. The work placement coordination modules are non-assessable and do not specify skill and knowledge requirements.
8. Work placement coordination modules should only be reported as outcome “Non-assessable - satisfactorily completed” (NA for State Training Providers; 4 for private training providers).
9. The work placement coordination modules are to be used for the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program and not to be used for any other purpose.
Note: Energy Safety requires that the pre-apprentice obtains an’ Electrician’s Training License’. For further information visit: http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/energysafety/licensing-electrical-workers-and-electrical-contractors.
Please note the mandated electives in the course outline/footprint.
Energy Safety contact: Steve Isbister, Coordinator, Licensing Office. Phone 6251 1935
Please refer to the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules 2015 for details on the requirements of the program.
1. The WA Pre-apprenticeship Program Business Rules provide for details on the requirements of the program. The business rules also outlines the amount of workplace experience a student is to undertake and RTO responsibilities in relation to pre-apprenticeship work placement.
2. The set of work placement coordination modules should be used to indicate that the RTO has undertaken and completed its responsibilities for establishing and monitoring work placements for each pre-apprentice student.
3. RTOs should report students in each module as each phase of the work placement is achieved.
4. The student does not incur course fees for the work placement modules as the nominal hours value for each of these modules is zero.
5. The Department of Training and Workforce Development will use the work placement coordination units reported for each pre-apprentice to monitor, and trigger funding for, RTO efforts in establishing and monitoring work placements.
6. The work placement coordination modules do not represent the amount of workplace experience a student must undertake.
7. The work placement coordination modules are non-assessable and do not specify skill and knowledge requirements.
8. Work placement coordination modules should only be reported as outcome “Non-assessable - satisfactorily completed” (NA for State Training Providers; 4 for private training providers).
9. The work placement coordination modules are to be used for the WA Pre-apprenticeship Program and not to be used for any other purpose.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
