GOTAFE

UEE30820

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

There's a lot more to being an electrician than plugs and switches. Graduates can work with all sorts of people and in all sorts of environments.

Studying this Apprenticeship at GOTAFE, students will learn to select, install, set up, test, repair, and maintain electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises. It includes Electrical Regulatory Authority Council (ERAC), or their successor’s, Essential Performance Capabilities for an ‘Unrestricted Electrician’s license’.

This information relates to 2025 course delivery. If required, students will be notified of 2024 course information and fees during the onboarding process.

Delivery mode

GOTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Locations
  • 152-200 Fryers Street, Shepparton
  • 27 Docker Street, Wangaratta

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB)an online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • Undertake a Pre-training review interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
  • Prospective Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract before applying for this course.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $20,298 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC, NSW
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$20,298
Full Fee Tuition:
$20,298
Enquire with GOTAFE to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 48 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $20,298 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician will prepare you for the following roles.

Electrician

An Electrician carries out repairs and servicing on a range of electrical equipment or systems. You might install new electrical work or diagnose p...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Electrical Estimator

An Electrical Estimator plans budgets for large electrical projects. You’ll prepare costings for things such as materials, labour and equipment and...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Signal Technician

A Signal Technician performs electrical work on railway signal equipment. You might install new equipment or perform maintenance on existing system...

Avg yearly income $145,600
Entry barriers Low

About GOTAFE

GOTAFE is the largest vocational education provider in regional Victoria. Offering over 130 courses across eight campuses, GOTAFE services 11 local government areas with an estimated resident population of over 240,000 people. We service more than 9,000 students per year on average, employ over 500 staff, and we are an intrinsic part of the communities that we serve.