Certificate IV in Electrical
| Course Code: | 21767VIC |
| Department: | Built & Natural Environments |
| Study Area(s): | Electrical |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Part-time night (2 years) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
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Course overview
The course is for qualified electricians to gain extra skills and knowledge to use in supervisory and contractual positions. There are five units available, including programmable controllers and electrical contracting.
Course Modules
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| VBQU451 | Conduct An Electrical Contracting Business | 40 |
| VBQU452 | Set Up and Commission Programmable Logic Controller | 40 |
| VBQU453 | Write Programs For Programmable Logic Controllers | 60 |
| VBQU457 | Diagnose and Rectify Faults in Ac Motor Drive Systems | 60 |
| VBQU459 | Install and Maintain Induction Motors | 60 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
You will be qualified to work in positions requiring advanced electrical and electronic skills in maintenance, contracting, manufacturing, drafting, testing, servicing and sales.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in complex machinery, and you will be equipped to established your own electrical contracting business.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of five units in the course, you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Electrical. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
Can I apply?
You can apply if you have completed a Certificate III in Electrotechnolgy or equivalent.
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
How will I be selected for this course?
You may be required to attend an interview.
How long is the course?
This is a part-time evening course of up to 240 hours
Where and how can I study?
The course is available at the Broadmeadows campus part time at night only
How will I be assessed?
A mixture of practical tutorials, project work and written tests will be used in assessing this course. Assessment is a necessary part of this program, to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge set out in the competency standards.You will be informed in advance about the assessment procedure and criteria. There will also be opportunity for appeal and reassessment and you will be provided with this information.
Additional comments
Units in the course are offered on demand and are subject to sufficient enrolments, as a result units may commence mid year.
Contracting Unit Monday Evenings
PLCs Monday or Thursday Evenings
Motor Control Units Wednesday Evenings
What will I study?
This course requires the completion of five of the competency units. All units are delivered and assessed in competency based training mode.
