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Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair

This qualification covers choosing parts and building computers to customer needs, then setting them up and testing them. It also covers basic hardware repairs, usually by replacing faulty parts, and safe work. People who already build or fix computers could have their experience recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
UEE Electrotechnology
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
UEE20511 Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

People who assemble, set up or repair computers and want formal recognition of their skills.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Computer assembler
  • Computer technician
  • Computer repair technician
  • IT support assistant

Qualification structure

A total of 360 weighting points comprising: 200 core weighting points listed below; plus 160 general elective weighting points from the general elective units listed below. Choose a total of 160 weighting points elective units from the list below, of which between 0 and 60 weighting points can be taken from Group A; and between 100 and 160 weighting points must be taken from Group B. Up to 60 weighting points of the general elective units Group A, may be selected, with appropriate contextualisation, from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided selected units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification. Previously assigned weighting points are listed in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide (CVIG), if not listed weighting points will be 10 points, unless directed from the Electrotechnology Industry Reference Committee (IRC). There are units of competency within this qualification that contain pre-requisites. Units of competency that have a pre-requisite requirement are identified by this symbol *. Refer directly to the units of competency to identify pre-requisite requirements to ensure all are complied with. A list of all pre-requisites is also provided in the UEE Pre-requisite Companion Volume. Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure all pre-requisite units specified are complied with.

Core units

6 units
  1. UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  2. UEECD0016 (has a prerequisite)Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  3. UEECD0019 (has a prerequisite)Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  4. UEECD0027Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  5. UEECS0003 (has a prerequisite)Assemble, set up and test computing devices
  6. UEERE0001Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.

Elective units

19 units

Group A: Imported and common elective units

  1. BSBOPS203Deliver a service to customers
  2. ICTTEN203Install and configure a home or small office network
  3. ICTTEN204Install and configure a small to medium business network
  4. ICTTEN205Build and maintain a secure network
  5. UEECD0035Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
  6. UEECO0002Maintain documentation
  7. UEECO0016Receive and store materials and equipment for electrotechnology work
  8. UEECO0017Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs

Group B: Qualification elective units

  1. ICTICT214Operate application software packages
  2. UEECD0020 (has a prerequisite)Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
  3. UEECD0021 (has a prerequisite)Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities
  4. UEECD0025 (has a prerequisite)Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits
  5. UEECD0043 (has a prerequisite)Solve problems in direct current circuits
  6. UEECD0051 (has a prerequisite)Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
  7. UEECS0022Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
  8. UEECS0029 (has a prerequisite)Set up and configure basic local area network (LAN)
  9. UEEEC0055 (has a prerequisite)Repair basic computer equipment faults by replacement of modules/sub-assemblies
  10. UEEEC0060 (has a prerequisite)Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  11. UEEIC0002 (has a prerequisite)Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices

This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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