Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 11:56 PM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Certificate IV in ESI - Power Systems Network Infrastructure
Certificate IV in ESI - Power Systems Network Infrastructure
UET40619
BEV3
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/04/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/09/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to work on power system network infrastructure in the electricity supply industry (ESI).
This qualification covers the selection, installation, set up, testing, fault finding, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises. It includes skills and knowledge needed for a career in installation and maintenance of network infrastructure in the transmission, distribution or rail traction in the electricity supply industry.
It includes Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) requirements for an Electrician’s licence. Competency development activities in this qualification are subject to regulations directly related to licencing.
The skills and knowledge described within the units in this qualification may require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace.
Additional and/or other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing the qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of 1280 weighting points comprising:- 940 core weighting points listed below; plus
- 340 general elective weighting points from the general elective units listed below.
Choose a total of 340 weighting points elective units from the list below, of which between 0 and 50 weighting points can be taken from Group A; between 0 and 140 weighting points can be taken from Group B; and between 200 and 340 weighting points taken from Group C. You may select all your electives from this group.
Up to 50 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 UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide, if not listed weighting points will be 10 points.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All core units must be completed.
2. Group A: Imported and Common Elective Units
Between 0 and 50 weighting points may be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK47 | BSBMGT403 | Implement continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI61 | BSBMGT402 | Implement operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI60 | BSBINM401 | Implement workplace information system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUM06 | BSBLDR402 | Lead effective workplace relationships | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI57 | BSBLDR403 | Lead team effectiveness | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Qualification Elective Units
Between 0 and 140 weighting points may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7328 | UEENEEG171A | Install, set up and commission interval metering | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OBH70 | UETTDRIS44 | Perform HV field switching operation to a given schedule | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBH71 | UETTDRIS43 | Perform low voltage field switching operation to a given schedule | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBG92 | UETTDRSB39 | Perform power system substation switching operation to a given schedule | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBH68 | UETTDRIS47 | Sample, test, filter and reinstate insulating oil | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OBH47 | UETTDRIS67 | Solve problems in energy supply network equipment | 72 | Unit of competency |
| OBH46 | UETTDRIS68 | Solve problems in energy supply network protection equipment and systems | 36 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Qualification Elective Units
Between 200 and 340 weighting points taken from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J169 | UET40612 | Certificate IV in ESI - Power Systems Network Infrastructure | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHB1 | UET40621 | Certificate IV in ESI - Power Systems Network Infrastructure | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification
Traineeships and Apprenticeships