North Metropolitan TAFE will spark your career in electrical and electrotechnology. Our courses will give you the skills to interpret electrical drawings, develop circuits, install and maintain electrical components, wiring, and to use equipment and systems in residential and commercial applications.
Being able to learn how to select, install, set up, test, fault-find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises requires a very specific and complex skillset, which is why qualified and trained people in this industry are always in demand.
Course list
Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair
Gain the Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair and Certificate II in Electronics qualifications
This dual qualification will give you a foundation for entry to a range of studies and you'll learn to select components and assemble computers to customer specifications and carry out routine hardware repairs.
Are you looking for career in electronics?
North Metropolitan TAFE is offering a dual qualification in Electronics and Computer Assembly and Repair. You can gain the Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair and the Certificate II in Electronics qualifications in just six months, opening doors to many different fields of further study and/or employment.
In this course you will develop the ability to select components and assemble computers to customer specifications. You will also learn how to carry out routine hardware repairs (generally by replacement) of known faulty components.
Successful completion of this dual qualification could lead to an apprenticeship or employment as a technician’s trade assistant in a wide variety of electronic fields such as computer assembly and servicing, refrigeration and air conditioning, telecommunications, and security and fire alarms. Many employers regard basic training in electrical/electronic theory as a pre-requisite to employment.
We will be offering the dual qualification at both our East Perth and Midland campuses starting in Semester 2.Â
It will provide an entry point for the electronics, robotic, and electrical industries. It will also prepare you for possible further study in Semester 1 2021, in courses such as the Certificate IV in Robotics, or the Certificate IV Electronics and Communications.
You will need to have some math ability, particularly in relation to Ohms Law, and be motivated to finish the course in a short time.
Many of the subjects in this fast track program will cover off subjects in a Certificate II Electrotechnology (Career Start).
Data Communications - Install and Modify Performance Data Communication Structured Cabling Skill Set
Technical training to help you become a registered open cabler
This skill set will help you meet the training requirements to become a registered open cabler as required to work with Extra-Low Voltage by the Australian and Communication Media Authority (ACMA).
Technical training to help you become a registered open cabler
This skill set will help you meet the training requirements to become a registered open cabler as required to work with Extra-Low Voltage by the Australian and Communication Media Authority (ACMA).
For more information on requirements to become a registered open cabler visit the ACMA website.
Certificate II in Data and Voice Communications
Flick the switch on a career in electronics
Prepare for work as a data cabler or telecommunications technician (with additional training). Gain the skills and knowledge to safely install and maintain telecommunication cabling, secure electrotechnological equipment, assemble and dismantle components, as well as meet the requirements for open cabler registration.
Are you looking for an electronics career and current skills?
When you complete the Certificate II in Data and Voice Communications you'll be flicking the switch on a career in electronics, as a data cabler or telecommunications technician (with additional training).
It includes Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) requirements for open cabler registration.
Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation
Become instrumental in maintaining high tech control systems
If you are a qualified tradesperson with an electrical trade background this course will give you the practical skills and knowledge to be employed as an instrumentation and control technician.
Become instrumental in maintaining high tech control systems
Are you a qualified tradesperson with an electrical trade background? If so this course will give you the practical skills and knowledge to be employed as an instrumentation and control technician. You will undertake both theoretical and practical training.
The theoretical component is online whilst the practical components can be completed at our Midland campus, in a single 2 week block - dates are listed in the timetable tab below. Or the course can be spread out over 6 months to suit your schedule. This course costs approximately $700 if you enrol in the units outlined in the important information tab but please note fees are subject to change.
It is possible to enrol in the PID Skill Set concurrently and we will help you manage the order of completion of subjects so that you can achieve the pre-requisite units before commencing the PID program.Â
If you would like to enrol in a few specific units, or require for further information, please contact instrumentation@nmtafe.wa.edu.au
Certificate III in Electrical Fitting
A fitting trades career in electrics
Learn to manufacture, fit, assemble, erect, operate, test, fault find, alter, repair electrical equipment. This apprenticeship course will give you the skills to solve problems in DC circuits and in single and three phase low voltage machines.
A fitting trades career in electrics
This qualification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to manufacture, fit, assemble, erect, operate, test, fault find, alter, repair electrical equipment and includes electrical wiring work only if that work is associated with assembling, maintaining, terminating or altering the wiring between electrical components within a plant or machinery.
North Metropolitan TAFE is one of Western Australia’s major training organisations for the Building and Construction Industry. Our Electrical workshops house advanced equipment and our lecturers are experienced Electricians, who maintain close links with Building and Construction organisations so that training is industry relevant, giving you the best chance to succeed.
The Certificate III in Electrical Fitting is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Certificate II in Electronics
Are you looking for an electronics career?
This dual qualification will give you a foundation for entry to a range of studies and you'll learn to select, assemble, set up and maintain electronic devices following prescribed routines. It could also lead to an apprenticeship or employment as a technician’s trade assistant in a wide variety of electronic fields.
Are you looking for an electronics career?
North Metropolitan TAFE is offering a dual qualification in Electronics and Computer Assembly and Repair. You can gain the Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair and the Certificate II in Electronics qualifications in just six months, opening doors to many different fields of further study and/or employment, including an apprenticeship.
In this course you will develop the ability to select, assemble, set up and maintain electronic devices, for a variety of uses, following prescribed routines. You will also have to opportunity to fault-find, and repair equipment.
Electronics and Arduino Design Short Course
imed at designing and building DIY electronic projects
You'll gain an understanding of electronic components and circuit theory together with microprocessor programming (via the popular Arduino microcontroller).
If you've always liked tinkering, inventing and building gadgets this course will help you get creating.
It is aimed at designing and building DIY electronic projects. You'll gain an understanding of electronic components and circuit theory together with microprocessor programming (via the popular Arduino microcontroller).
You'll cover the basics of building these circuits, helping you on your way to success in the DIY electronics world.
This course consists of six scheduled workshop classes on Wednesday evenings between 6:00pm and 8:30pm.
Certificate III in Electronics and Communications
Extend your knowledge and skills in electronics and communications
This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to assemble, install, test, service, and repair electronic systems and equipment in general electronics, communications, computer or consumer electronics.
Extend your knowledge and skills in electronics and communications
This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to assemble, install, test, service, and repair electronic systems and equipment in general electronics, communications, computer or consumer electronics. You will learn about electrical and amplifier principles, microprocessors, power control systems, data communications, and safety in the workplace.
The Certificate III in Electronics and Communications is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications
Amp up your career in electronics and telecommunications
Gain the skills to work with radio/telecommunication, data systems/cabling and computer network hardware.
Amp up your career in electronics and telecommunications
Complete the Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications and you’ll have the practical skills and knowledge to work with radio/telecommunication, data systems/cabling and computer network hardware.
This course is delivered partially online and on campus over 18 months. If you have completed a Certificate II or a trade certificate in Electronics (or equivalent) you can apply for a credit transfer reducing your study time by either six or 12 months.
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)
Get a head start in gaining an electrotechnology apprenticeship
After successfully completing this course you could be working as an apprentice in the electrical, instrumentation or electrical servicing trades.
Are you looking for an apprenticeship in the electrical trades?
When you complete the Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice in the electrical, instrumentation or electrical servicing trades.
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Are you looking for an electrical career and current skills?
On completion of this apprenticeship course you'll be looking at a career as a licensed electrician (additional requirements apply).
Are you looking for an electrical career and current skills?
When you complete the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician you'll be looking at a career as a licensed electrician (additional requirements apply).
You will gain the knowledge and practical skills to work effectively in the electrical industry.
The Certificate III in Electrotechnology is an apprenticeship, please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Install, Commission and Service Type B Gas Appliances Skill Set
Be eligible for a Class I Permit or high level Authorisation from Energy Safety WA
Successful completion of this skill set will equip you with the skills and knowledge to service, maintain, rectify faults, recommission, install and commission Type B gas appliances.
Be eligible for a Class I Permit or high level Authorisation from Energy Safety WA
If you have:
- a current authorisation, or
- completed the Supervised Gasfitter and Authorisation Courses within the last 2 years, or
- a trade or engineering qualification, or
- an Electrical Workers License or Restricted Electrical License to disconnect and reconnect electrical appliances/apparatus
then you can enrol in this course to enhance your existing skills.
Our class I Permit gas course is the third course required to complete the requirements of the national Unit of Competency CPCPGS4023 Install, commission and service Type B gas appliances. You will cover design specifications for Type B gas appliances; technical submission, approval and planning a Type B gas installation; installation requirements for Type B appliances to meet the regulator and Australian standard requirements; and the commissioning procedure and commissioning of a PLC controlled burner.
Successful completion of the unit, CPCPGS4023 Install, commission and service Type B appliances, will equip you to service, maintain, rectify faults, recommission, install and commission Type B gas appliances.
PID Skill Set
Instrumentation Technicians work in many sectors including oil and gas, mining, minerals processing and associated industries.
This PID skill set will equip you with the skills needed for the set up, adjustment and tuning of control loops
Instrumentation Technicians work in many sectors including oil and gas, mining, minerals processing and associated industries.
This PIDÂ (proportional integral derivative)Â skill set will equip you with the skills needed for the set up, adjustment and tuning of control loops. While it is highly recommended that you have completed UEE40420Â Certifcate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation prior to doing this skill set, it is possible to enrol in both concurrently and North Metrolpolitan TAFE will help you manage the order of completion of subjects so that you can achieve the pre-requisite units before commencing this PID program.Â
For further information, please contact instrumentation@nmtafe.wa.edu.au
Radio Communications for Industry
Do you work in the mining, oil and gas industry?
You'll benefit from this workshop if you are involved in SCADA, instrumentation, process control and other control/monitoring systems roles.
This course is aimed at personnel in the mining, oil & gas industry, and in both public and private defence and security sectors.
You'll benefit from this workshop if you are involved in SCADA, instrumentation, process control and other control/monitoring systems roles such as: Â
- Instrumentation technician/Instrumentation and control engineers
- Electronic technicians
- Electrical engineers
- Process development engineers/Process control engineers
- Control systems sales/applications engineers
- Consulting or Design engineers
- Maintenance supervisors
- Project engineers
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Certificate III in Security Equipment
Learn to install large and small security systems
This apprenticeship will give you the skills and knowledge to pursue a career as a security equipment tradesperson. You'll learn to program, commission and troubleshoot commercial security and closed circuit television systems.
Are you looking for a security career with current skills?
When you complete the Certificate III in Security Equipment you'll be looking at a career as a security equipment tradesperson.
You will gain the knowledge and practical skills to work effectively in the security industry, installing large and small security systems, including CCTV.
The Certificate III in Security Equipment is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Security Installer Skill Set
Technical security installer training to meet licencing requirements
This skill set will help you meet the training requirements for a Security Installer’s Licence issued by the WA Police Force.
Technical security installer training to meet licencing requirements
This skill set will help you meet the training requirements for a Security Installer’s Licence issued by the WA Police Force.
For more information on the Security Installer’s Licence visit the WA Police Force website(opens in a new tab) .