Electrical Courses - Building & Construction

Select, install, commission and maintain electrical and electronic equipment

Electricity is the universal means by which we power our cities and homes. Electronics is the enabling technology that is present in every appliance we use. The need for sustainable electricity use drives development of solar energy and other renewable energy resources. TAFE SA electrical courses prepare you for a range of careers in this vital sector.

"After working in hospitality, I decided I wanted a career change to a job in a trade. I always knew I wanted to do a trade but didn’t know which one. I chose to study the Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) UEE22011, which gave me the opportunity to try a bit of everything. I then knew air-conditioning and refrigeration is what I wanted to do. TAFE SA lecturers provided so much support and helped me to gain an apprenticeship. I’m now a fourth-year apprentice and loving what I do. I would encourage women to apply to study in this field. The support from TAFE SA is amazing, lecturers are always available and the things you learn can help you get into an apprenticeship"

Susan Tohu

Graduate, Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)

Electrical and Renewable Energy Courses

Award Courses Help…		National Code
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)		UEE22011
Certificate II Program in Electrotechnology (Career Start for Women)
Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation		UEE40411
Certificate IV in Instrumentation and Control		UEE42211
Diploma of Electrical Engineering		UEE50411
Diploma of Electrical Engineering/Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering

Higher Education Help…		National Code
Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering		CRS1400352
Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering /Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic) - University of Adelaide Pathway
Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)(Honours) - Flinders University Pathway

Short Courses Help…	Duration
Apply Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Codes and Practices in the Workplace	8 hours
Basic Programable Logic Controllers (PLC 1)	18 weeks
Low Voltage Rescue and Resuscitation (LVR/CPR)	4 hours
Low Voltage Rescue and Resuscitation (LVR/CPR) - Refresher	2 hours
Restricted Electrical Licence (Disconnect/Reconnect)	4 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Grid Design	8 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Grid Install	5 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Grid Install and Design	9 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Grid with Battery Design	6 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Grid with Battery Install	4 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Grid with Battery Install & Design	7 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Stand Alone Power System Design	10 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Stand Alone Power System Install	6 days
Solar Accreditation Training - Stand Alone Power System Install & Design	10 days
Test and Tag (Accredited) - Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies	2 days

Apprenticeships and Traineeships Help…		National Code
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician		UEE30811
Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control		UEE31211

International Courses Help…	CRICOS Code
Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering	092137K

* Eligibility criteria applies. See course details to check if you meet the requirements for funding.

Video: Electrotechnology

According to James, an Electrotechnology student at TAFE SA: "The teachers at TAFE are great. The educational process runs students through a broad spectrum, and you get a lot of hands-on time with teachers and lecturers, which covers everything." Hear James' story about his practical training experiences at TAFE SA.

Certificate III in Electrotechnology

360 Degrees: Renewable energy workshop

Want to know what it's like to study renewable energy at TAFE SA? Click on the image for a 360-degree view of a renewable energy workshop and learn what it's like to undergo practical training in TAFE SA's state-of-the-art facilities.(Note: this component requires Flash support).

Video: TAFE SA solar car

Did you know that solar cars can operate on the same amount of power as a household hair dryer? TAFE SA students built a solar car for the Global Green Challenge, competing against 40 other cars from 17 different countries over a 3,000km race from Darwin to Adelaide - using only sunlight as fuel.