Pathway Outline
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Electrical Licence
Electrical Licence
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
WT39
WT39
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
27/09/2011
27/09/2011
Field of Education
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
Approved Date
11/09/2006
11/09/2006
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
Unspecified
Current Release Version
3.00
3.00
Current Release Date
27/09/2011
27/09/2011
Nominal Hours
864
864
Description
Packaging Rules
1. Core Units
All core units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W5502 | MEM13014A | Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment | 4 | Unit of competency |
| W5531 | MEM15024A | Apply quality procedures | 4 | Unit of competency |
| W5532 | MEM15002A | Apply quality systems | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W5552 | MEM17003A | Assist in the provision of on the job training | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5452 | MEM16008A | Interact with computing technology | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5451 | MEM16006A | Organise and communicate information | 18 | Unit of competency |
| D3655 | MSAENV272B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W5449 | MEM12024A | Perform computations | 27 | Unit of competency |
| W5492 | MEM12023A | Perform engineering measurements | 48 | Unit of competency |
| W5513 | MEM14005A | Plan a complete activity | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W5512 | MEM14004A | Plan to undertake a routine task | 4 | Unit of competency |
| W5548 | MEM16007A | Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment | 4 | Unit of competency |
2. Electrical/Electronic Trade Stream Units
Select units to the value of at least 40 points. The units in this group are required for licensing.
Select only units that would be suitable for occupational outcomes in the Electrical/Electronic trade environment.
Select only units that would be suitable for occupational outcomes in the Electrical/Electronic trade environment.
3. Trade Specialisation Units
Select units to bring the total of elective units to at least 73 points
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W5460 | MEM10005B | Commission programmable controller programs | 36 | Unit of competency |
| W5601 | MEM18055B | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components | 27 | Unit of competency |
| W5503 | MEM13001B | Perform emergency first aid | 9 | Unit of competency |
| W5302 | MEM05001B | Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components | 36 | Unit of competency |
| W5294 | MEM05012C | Perform routine manual metal arc welding | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5554 | MEM18011C | Shut down and isolate machines/equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5610 | MEM18063B | Terminate signal and data cables | 36 | Unit of competency |
| W5378 | MEM07032B | Use workshop machines for basic operations | 18 | Unit of competency |
4. Elective Units (Capstone Units)
For students completing their apprenticeship after 1 August 2011 and prior to 30 September 2015:
Only students who are eligible to undertake the Capstone Assessment and who wish to appply for a full Electricians Licence should complete the following modules.
for further information or clarification on elegibility contact the EnergySafety Licensing Office on (08) 9422 5282.
Only students who are eligible to undertake the Capstone Assessment and who wish to appply for a full Electricians Licence should complete the following modules.
for further information or clarification on elegibility contact the EnergySafety Licensing Office on (08) 9422 5282.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90353 | NUE505A | Electrical Systems Safety | 9 | Module |
| 90318 | NUE505B | Electrical Systems Safety - Monitoring Competency Development | 12 | Module |
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Note
This program was amended by Training Curriculum Services on 31 October 2011.
The modules NUE505A and NUE505B were changed from the Trade Stream Units to Elective Units to reflect changes to electrical licensing requirements.
The modules NUE505A and NUE505B were changed from the Trade Stream Units to Elective Units to reflect changes to electrical licensing requirements.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable