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  • UEE40720
  • Certificate IV
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Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications

This qualification covers electronics and communications work at a higher level. It includes audio and video, data systems, computer and network hardware, medical equipment, detection and surveillance, and fault finding in power supplies and amplifiers. If you already work in this field, your experience may count towards the qualification through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
UEE Electrotechnology
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
UEE40711 Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Experienced electronics workers who handle complex equipment and want their skills recognised at a higher level.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Electronics technician
  • Communications technician
  • Senior electronics technician
  • Technical officer

Qualification structure

A total of 1280 weighting points comprising: 720 core weighting points listed below; plus 560 general elective weighting points from the general elective units listed below. Choose a total of 560 weighting points elective units from the list below, of which between 0 and 220 weighting points can be taken from Group A; and between 0 and 360 weighting points must be taken from Group B; and between 200 and 560 weighting points must be taken from Group C; or all 560 weighting points can be taken from Group C. Up to 220 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

16 units
  1. UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  2. UEECD0010Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
  3. UEECD0016 (has a prerequisite)Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  4. UEECD0019 (has a prerequisite)Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  5. UEECD0024Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures
  6. UEECD0027Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  7. UEECD0043 (has a prerequisite)Solve problems in direct current circuits
  8. UEEEC0028 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair complex power supplies
  9. UEEEC0060 (has a prerequisite)Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  10. UEEEC0063 (has a prerequisite)Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
  11. UEEEC0066 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  12. UEEEC0067 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  13. UEEEC0069 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
  14. UEEEC0074 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  15. UEEEC0075 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies
  16. UEERE0015Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and procedures

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

Elective units

111 units

Group A: Imported and common elective units

  1. BSBOPS203Deliver a service to customers
  2. ICTICT214Operate application software packages
  3. ICTTEN312Install telecommunications network equipment
  4. MSS402003Apply competitive systems and practices
  5. MSS402022Apply quick changeover procedures
  6. MSS402023Apply Just in Time procedures
  7. MSS402042Apply 5S procedures
  8. MSS402084Undertake root cause analysis
  9. MSS402085Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy
  10. UEECD0011Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes
  11. UEECD0035Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
  12. UEECO0002Maintain documentation
  13. UEECO0015Provide quotations for installation or service jobs
  14. UEECO0017Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs

Group B: Qualification elective units

  1. UEEAS0001 (has a prerequisite)Assemble electronic components
  2. UEEAS0002 (has a prerequisite)Conduct quality and functional tests on assembled electronic apparatus
  3. UEEAS0003 (has a prerequisite)Modify electronic sub-assemblies
  4. UEEAS0004 (has a prerequisite)Select electronic components for assembly
  5. UEEAS0005 (has a prerequisite)Set up and check electronic component assembly machines
  6. UEEAS0006 (has a prerequisite)Use lead-free soldering techniques
  7. UEECD0008 (has a prerequisite)Carry out preparatory energy sector work activities
  8. UEECD0020 (has a prerequisite)Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
  9. UEECD0021 (has a prerequisite)Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector work activities
  10. UEECD0025 (has a prerequisite)Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits
  11. UEECD0028 (has a prerequisite)Plan an integrated cabling installation system
  12. UEECD0040 (has a prerequisite)Solve basic problems electronic and digital equipment and circuits
  13. UEECD0051 (has a prerequisite)Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
  14. UEECS0003 (has a prerequisite)Assemble, set up and test computing devices
  15. UEECS0018Develop web pages for engineering applications
  16. UEECS0022Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
  17. UEECS0028Select, install, configure and test multimedia components
  18. UEECS0029 (has a prerequisite)Set up and configure basic local area network (LAN)
  19. UEECS0030Set up, configure and test biometric devices
  20. UEECS0032Support computer hardware and software for engineering applications
  21. UEECS0033Use engineering applications software on personal computers
  22. UEEDV0004 (has a prerequisite)Install and connect data and voice communication equipment
  23. UEEDV0005 (has a prerequisite)Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services
  24. UEEDV0006 (has a prerequisite)Install and modify optical fibre performance data communication cabling
  25. UEEDV0008 (has a prerequisite)Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling
  26. UEEDV0009 (has a prerequisite)Select and arrange data and voice equipment for local area networks
  27. UEEDV0010 (has a prerequisite)Select and arrange equipment for wireless communication networks
  28. UEEDV0011 (has a prerequisite)Set up and configure basic data communication systems
  29. UEEDV0012Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices
  30. UEEDV0013 (has a prerequisite)Solve problems in voice and data communications circuits
  31. UEEDV0014 (has a prerequisite)Test, report and rectify faults in data and voice installations
  32. UEEEC0002 (has a prerequisite)Assemble and install reception antennae and signal distribution equipment
  33. UEEEC0003 (has a prerequisite)Assemble and set up basic security systems
  34. UEEEC0004 (has a prerequisite)Assemble and set up fixed video/audio components and systems in buildings and premises
  35. UEEEC0006 (has a prerequisite)Carry out repairs of predictable faults in video and audio replay/recording apparatus
  36. UEEEC0008 (has a prerequisite)Commission large fire protection systems
  37. UEEEC0019 (has a prerequisite)Develop software solutions for microcontroller-based systems
  38. UEEEC0026 (has a prerequisite)Enter and verify programs for fire protection systems
  39. UEEEC0027 (has a prerequisite)Enter instructions and test wired and wireless security systems
  40. UEEEC0029 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair electronic apparatus
  41. UEEEC0032 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair high-volume office equipment
  42. UEEEC0038 (has a prerequisite)Find and repair microwave amplifier section faults in electronic apparatus
  43. UEEEC0039 (has a prerequisite)Install and test microwave antennae and waveguides
  44. UEEEC0040 (has a prerequisite)Install commercial video/audio system components
  45. UEEEC0041 (has a prerequisite)Install fire detection and warning system apparatus
  46. UEEEC0042 (has a prerequisite)Install large security systems
  47. UEEEC0046 (has a prerequisite)Operate and maintain amateur radio communication stations
  48. UEEEC0048 (has a prerequisite)Program and commission commercial access control security systems
  49. UEEEC0049 (has a prerequisite)Program and commission commercial security closed-circuit television systems
  50. UEEEC0050 (has a prerequisite)Program and commission commercial security systems
  51. UEEEC0055 (has a prerequisite)Repair basic computer equipment faults by replacement of modules/sub-assemblies
  52. UEEEC0056 (has a prerequisite)Repair predictable faults in audio components
  53. UEEEC0057 (has a prerequisite)Repair predictable faults in general electronic apparatus
  54. UEEEC0058 (has a prerequisite)Repair predictable faults in television receivers
  55. UEEEC0059 (has a prerequisite)Repair routine business equipment faults
  56. UEEEC0061 (has a prerequisite)Set up and adjust commercial radio frequency (RF) transmission and reception systems
  57. UEEEC0062 (has a prerequisite)Set up and test residential video/audio equipment
  58. UEEEC0064 (has a prerequisite)Solve oscillator problems
  59. UEEEC0065 (has a prerequisite)Solve problems in basic electronic circuits
  60. UEEEC0068 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot communication systems
  61. UEEEC0070 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot faults in television receivers
  62. UEEEC0071 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot fire protection systems
  63. UEEEC0072Troubleshoot microcontroller-based hardware systems
  64. UEEEC0073 (has a prerequisite)Troubleshoot professional audio reproduction components
  65. UEEEC0076 (has a prerequisite)Verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations
  66. UEEEC0077 (has a prerequisite)Verify functionality and compliance of custom electronic installations
  67. UEEIC0002 (has a prerequisite)Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices
  68. UEEIC0013 (has a prerequisite)Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
  69. UEERL0001 (has a prerequisite)Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
  70. UEERL0002 (has a prerequisite)Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 V a.c. or 1500 V d.c.

Group C: Qualification elective units

  1. ICTPRG444Analyse software requirements
  2. UEECD0013Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs
  3. UEECD0047Supervise and coordinate energy sector work activities
  4. UEECO0001Estimate electrotechnology projects
  5. UEECO0013Prepare specifications for the supply of materials and equipment for electrotechnology projects
  6. UEECS0002Analyse and implement biometric measuring techniques and applications
  7. UEECS0020Evaluate and modify object-oriented code programs
  8. UEEEC0009 (has a prerequisite)Commission satellite and microwave communication systems
  9. UEEEC0012 (has a prerequisite)Design custom electronic equipment installations
  10. UEEEC0015 (has a prerequisite)Develop basic plans for integrating security systems
  11. UEEEC0022 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and rectify faults in camera circuits and equipment
  12. UEEEC0023 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and rectify faults in digital transmission circuits and systems
  13. UEEEC0024 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and rectify faults in electronic display circuits
  14. UEEEC0025Diagnose and rectify faults in recording and replay equipment
  15. UEEEC0030 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair electronic medical equipment
  16. UEEEC0031 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair global positioning systems
  17. UEEEC0033 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair navigation systems
  18. UEEEC0034 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair radar apparatus and systems
  19. UEEEC0035 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair satellite-based surveillance and observation systems
  20. UEEEC0036 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair sonar apparatus and systems
  21. UEEEC0037 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair telecommunication apparatus and systems
  22. UEEEC0051 (has a prerequisite)Program and commission commercial video/audio systems
  23. UEEEC0052 (has a prerequisite)Program and test large security systems
  24. UEEIC0012 (has a prerequisite)Develop structured programs to control external devices
  25. UEEIC0018 (has a prerequisite)Diagnose and rectify faults in digital controls systems
  26. UEEIC0020 (has a prerequisite)Fault find and repair analogue circuits and components in electronic control systems
  27. UEEIC0028 (has a prerequisite)Provide solutions to problems in industrial control systems

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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