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Certificate II in Data and Voice Communications


 National Code: UEE20720
 TAFE SA Code: TP01205Fee Free


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Description

Achieve the academic requirements towards the Open (Unrestricted) Cabling Licence Registration with this nationally recognised qualification. You will learn how to correctly select, assemble and install simple telecommunications equipment and cables. You’ll also learn about the maintenance and service of telecommunications cabling in buildings and premises. The course covers risk assessment, problem solving on DC circuits, fabricating and assembling components, working to drawings and specifications, and installing and securing electrotechnology equipment. Gain the hands-on skills you need for this in-demand trade. Or add another unit of study in security systems installation to open up further work opportunities in the emerging access control and security systems sector. Study with us.

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18 months 

Part Time

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Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Regency Park

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On Campus On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Day Only
Apply 23 Sep 2025

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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • No course admission requirements
If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 18 month course
Subsidised
$91
$273
Concession
$91
$273
You may be eligible for government subsidised training.
Subsidised Training Eligibility
Subsidised training may require applicants to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLN).
What is the LLN?

This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative. Fee Free places are limited and eligibility criteria applies. If all Fee Free TAFE places are filled, you may be offered a subsidised place instead.

Fee Free Training Eligibility
Full Fee
$2,821
$8,463

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Graduates can find employment as data cabling installers. They will be able select, assemble, set up and maintain simple equipment and systems for telecommunications cabling in buildings and premises. NOTE: ACMA Open Cabler registration also requires 600 hours of cabling experience.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate II in Data and Voice Communications (UEE20720)
    You will gain skills in laying and connecting cables for multiple access to telecommunication services, using electric circuits safely, measuring circuit parameters, fault finding simple dc circuits, safely using hand and power tools and fixing and securing equipment. It includes the course work for Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) open cabler registration. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 9 core units and 80 general elective weighting points.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector 20
    Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace 20
    Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work 20
    Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components 40
    Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment 20
    Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services 120
    Participate in Development and Follow a Personal Competency Development Plan 20
    Solve problems in direct current circuits 80
    Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications 40

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Lay wiring/cabling and terminate accessories for extra-low voltage (ELV) circuits 40
    Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components 40

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Certificate II in Data and Voice Communications
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