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Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead

Course Code UET30621

Apprenticeship

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Duration
  • Part Time
  • 4 Years (Apprenticeship only)
Delivery
  • On Campus
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  • Drummond St Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution Overhead program equips you with the expertise to install and maintain overhead power line structures and associated hardware. This comprehensive training course covers a range of critical topics, enabling you to build essential skills and knowledge in the field.

Career Opportunities

  • Electrical Linesworker

Pathway to further studies

  • UET30821 Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Underground
  • UET30721 Certificate III in ESI - Rail Traction

Studying the Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead at Holmesglen

The training program covers the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment, conductors, and cables, as well as customer service and the inspection of overhead poles/structures and electrical apparatus. It also includes the use of support plant and equipment to undertake the work and the requirements and procedures for working on live low voltage electrical apparatus.<p>Apprentices who successfully complete the program can continue working as Electrical Linesworkers in the distribution overhead powerline industry. Their duties include installing, maintaining, and inspecting poles, structures, and associated hardware used in the powerline industry, as well as electrical equipment, conductors, and cables.

Entry Requirements

Holmesglen requires all learners entering this course to be employed by a provider in the Electrical Supply Industry, Powerline Industry sector, and registered as an Apprentice working with an ESI provider.<p>Applicants must be at least 16 years old and above to enrol in the program to meet the minimum age requirements for training and working in the Electrotechnology field in Victoria, determined by the regulators Energy Safe Victoria (ESV).
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training, apprentices will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining suitability of the course, verify the training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

The course aligns to the UET21 ESI Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package Qualification UET30621 Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Overhead.<p>To receive this qualification, you must complete 21 core units and 3 elective units.<p>Elective units have been chosen and based on discussion with Industry.<p>Note: Additional materials fee may apply for individual units of competency in the program.
Unit code Unit name
UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UETDREL001 Apply environmental requirements
UETDREL005 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus
UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEECD0046 Solve problems in single path circuits
UEECD0044 Solve problems in multiple path circuits
TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws
CPCCLDG3001 Licence to perform dogging
UETDREL004 Operate plant and equipment in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus
UETDRIS012 Install and maintain poles, structures and hardware
UETDRDO001 Inspect overhead poles, structures and electrical apparatus
UETDRIS007 Install and maintain distribution overhead conductors and cables
UEEEL0021 Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
UEEEL0020 Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
UETDRDO005 Maintain overhead energised low voltage distribution network
UETDRIS008 Install and maintain electrical apparatus
UETDRIS010 Install and maintain low voltage overhead services
UETDRDO006 Maintain, test and verify distribution overhead network
Unit code Unit name
UETDRIS011 Install and maintain low voltage underground services
UETDRIS013 Install and maintain public lighting systems
UETDRIS014 Install and replace energy meters and associated equipment
UETDRIS018 Perform low voltage field switching operation to a given schedule

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Apprenticeship

A training contract must be completed by the employer and apprentice within the first two weeks of employment.<br>An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network representative will visit the workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and the apprentice.<br><a href="https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/">Visit Australian apprenticeships.gov.au </a> for more information.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, Apprentices will receive UET30621 Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship $20,020
Concession $4,004
Mandatory materials Cost
Materials fee $1,420
Activities fee $55

Additional Course Cost

The required personal protective equipment students will need to supply is: Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) <br>Safety pants <br>work shirt (waist length jacket if cold) <br>1 harness & 2 safety belts or 1 safety belts & lanyard <br>Total costs depending on brands for the above items should be approximately $200 - $250 EProfiling (Activity Fee) $50 annually

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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