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Diploma of Electrotechnology
Diploma of Electrotechnology
51540
5395
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Description
The diploma has a focus on developing breath, depth and complexity of skills to enable the individual to plan and when required initiate alternative approaches to the applications of skills or knowledge across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements. It is expected that a diplomate will be a self directed individual capable of analysing and planning approaches to a problem for action by themselves or a technical team.
Schedule
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WT12 | Renewable Energy |
| WT10 | Computer Systems |
| WT11 | Electronic Systems |
1.
The requirements for the Diploma of Electrotechnology will comprise achievement of twenty-five (25) Core units (Groups 01 to 11) plus one (1) specialisation pathway and all units within that pathway.
PLANNING A CAREER - Learner to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51188 | Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan | 20 | Module |
2.
ELECTRICAL MATHEMATICS - Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51189 | Provide computational solutions to basic engineering problems | 40 | Module |
3.
DC ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS - Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51190 | Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits | 30 | Module | |
| 51191 | Solve problems in multiple path d.c. circuits | 30 | Module |
4.
DIGITAL TECHNIQUES - Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51192 | Solve problems in digital components of electronic apparatus | 60 | Module |
5.
PC SYSTEMS SUPPORT- Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51193 | Assemble, set-up and test personal computers | 20 | Module | |
| 51195 | Install and configure a computer operating system and software | 20 | Module | |
| 51194 | Support computers hardware and software | 60 | Module |
6.
ELECTRONIC WORKSHOP PRACTICES-Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51198 | Carry out basic repairs to electronic apparatus by replacement of components | 30 | Module | |
| 51199 | Dismantle, assemble and fabricate Electrotechnology components | 30 | Module | |
| 51200 | Fix and secure equipment | 5 | Module | |
| 51197 | Select electronic components | 5 | Module | |
| 51201 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals | 10 | Module |
7.
INDUSTRY PRACTICES- Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51205 | Apply OHS practices in the workplace | 10 | Module | |
| 51204 | Deliver a service to customers | 10 | Module | |
| 51206 | Document occupational hazards and risks in electronics | 5 | Module | |
| 51203 | Maintain documentation | 5 | Module | |
| 51207 | Use basic computer applications relevant to a workplace | 30 | Module |
8.
AC ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS-Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51209 | Solve problems in frequency dependent circuits | 60 | Module | |
| 51208 | Use engineering applications software | 20 | Module |
9.
MICROPROCESSOR FUNDAMENTALS-Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51212 | Fault find microcontroller based hardware | 30 | Module | |
| 51210 | Solve problems in microprocessor based hardware and firmware | 30 | Module |
10.
DC POWER SUPPLIES- Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51214 | Find and repair faults in complex power supplies | 30 | Module | |
| 51213 | Solve problems in D.C. power supplies with single phase input | 30 | Module |
11.
ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT- learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51215 | Perform work typical of an Electrotechnology environment | 20 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5393 | 50949 | Diploma of Electrotechnology | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W466 | UEE50507 | Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
2. The proponent for this course is CENTRAL COLLEGE OF TAFE on behalf of the WA Department of Training and Employment. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 51540.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Products Information Services (TPIS) at the WA Department of Training and Employment or the Manager product Development Central TAFE, Telephone (08) 9202 4770.
4. This course was placed on STARS by METS CSSN on the 13/01/06
5. At the request of the course owner (TAFEWA Central) amendments were made by the METS CSSN on 31 May 2006. The unclustered elective group was added to pathways WT10, WT11 and WT12.
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