Pathway Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:59 AM AWST
22/07/2026 11:59 AM AWST
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Robotics Control Systems
Robotics Control Systems
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
AB59
AB59
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
Accreditation, State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/07/2018
25/07/2018
Field of Education
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
0313 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
1 Semester
Nominal Hours
400
400
Accredited Date
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Expiry Date
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Description
This is a pre-vocational course that will provide learners with the skills required by industries, which broadly encompass electrotechnology, telecommunications, information technology and security systems to:
- continue vocational training
- gain work and further training through an apprenticeship, traineeship or cadetship
- find employment in fields such an electronics, entertainment, wireless systems, technical support for computer and electronic equipment, energy generation, sustainability, computer controlled applications, electronic equipment or computer network support.
- continue vocational training
- gain work and further training through an apprenticeship, traineeship or cadetship
- find employment in fields such an electronics, entertainment, wireless systems, technical support for computer and electronic equipment, energy generation, sustainability, computer controlled applications, electronic equipment or computer network support.
Packaging Rules
Learners to complete six (6) core units of competency and elective units of competency equivalent to a minimum of 170 hours form at least two (2) Streams.
Note: elective units that appear in more than one stream must not be counted as two electives
Note: elective units that appear in more than one stream must not be counted as two electives
1. Core Units
Complete all six (6) units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W5502 | MEM13014A | Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment | 4 | Unit of competency |
| AX616 | VU21701 | Carry out an integrated technology project | 60 | Module |
| AX617 | VU21702 | Prepare for working in the integrated technology sector | 20 | Module |
| AX619 | VU21704 | Use electrotechnology skills in integrated technology work | 80 | Module |
| AX620 | VU21705 | Use software applications in integrated technology work | 20 | Module |
| AX618 | VU21703 | Work in an integrated technology environment | 40 | Module |
2. Elective Units - Robotics Control Systems Stream
Complete five (5) units of competency listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AX626 | VU20906 | Configure and program a basic robotic system | 60 | Module |
| AX622 | VU21706 | Create products using 3D printing | 40 | Module |
| AX627 | VU21352 | Implement a digital circuit using a programmable logic device (PLD) | 30 | Module |
| AX629 | VU21388 | Set up and test an embedded control system | 30 | Module |
| AX628 | VU21387 | Test and verify correct operation of a "by-wire" control system | 30 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB91 | Robotics Control Systems | Pathway |
Note
No information
Entry Requirements
Learners are best equipped to achieve the course outcomes if they have as a minimum language, literacy and numeracy skills that are equivalent to Level 2 of the Australian Core Skill Framework. Details can be found on website: http://www.acsf.deewr.gov.au
There are no barriers to entry on the grounds of age, gender, political or cultural background.
There are no barriers to entry on the grounds of age, gender, political or cultural background.