What does this course involve?
Increase your employability as an electrical technician or learn how to start your own electrical contracting business with this specialised course in industrial control techniques.
You will develop your skills in setting up, writing programs for and commissioning programmable logic controllers. You will also gain skills in discrete motor control circuitry and programming diagnostics, as well as how to diagnose and rectify faults in AC and DC motor drive systems.
You may choose to undertake a related Certificate III course in conjunction with this one.
What employment opportunities will I have?
You may gain employment as an electrical technician in industrial environments.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
This course may lead to further studies in Diploma of Electrotechnology.
Can I apply?
- You must have industry experience, or have completed a relevant Certificate III level course
- You must be a licensed electrician to study the following units: Diagnose and rectify faults in AC motor drive systems, and Diagnose and rectify faults in DC motor drive systems
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
Length of course
Part time study - (320 hours) 1 to 3 years depending on choice of schedule
Where will I study?
Nelson Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Examination or testing
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.