Electrical Pre-vocational

This is a stand-alone pre-vocational course. Completion of all required units gains a Certificate II in
Electrotechnology (pre-vocational) and will reduce the educational component of an Electrotechnology
apprenticeship.

The training is mainly project based and gives industry relevant hands-on experience in a building site
environment and an introduction to the diverse careers available within the Electrotechnology/Electrical
industry.

What is a pre-vocational course?
A pre-vocational course is identical to a pre-apprenticeship course and prepares you to become an
apprentice or trainee by developing the entry level skills to get a job. Pre-vocational courses apply to the
licensed trades such as Plumbing & Electrical.
Students do not need an employer to do a pre-apprenticeship or pre-vocational course.
Successful completion of a relevant pre-apprenticeship or pre-vocational course will reduce the term of an
apprenticeship or traineeship.
What's more, employers looking to take on an apprentice often look favorably on students who have
already completed a pre-apprenticeship.
What we offer
The Electrical pre-vocational course incorporates a full Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies (pre-
vocational) and includes training in:
Electrical wiring and equipment
Workshop practices and hand skills
Electrical drawing
Fixing & securing electrical equipment
Applied electricity

This course is underpinned by industry standard Occupational Health and Safety work practices. First Aid
and Course in Construction (CIC) or white card are included in all TEC trade courses.



Next s teps
Cours e Move into a
job s traight
away as :
Or move into further
training in:
This leads to a higher
level job as :
Certificate II in Electrotechnology
(Pre-vocational)
Electrical
Trades
Assistant

Certificate III in
Electrotechnology
Including Systems
Electrician
(Apprenticeship)
Electrician (Domestic or
Commercial)
Electrical Mechanic
Electrical Instrumentation
Technician


Studying at the TEC is a clever choice

The Berwick Technical Education Centre (TEC) is a unique learning environment, designed exclusively
for young adults who are under 20 and want to gain a qualification that will lead them to a job or further
study faster

This means you obtain your qualification quicker and open up opportunities to secure the job or
apprenticeship you want, or move straight into further study with VIP priority entry into other Chisholm
courses providing entry requirements are met.

Teachers who understand young adults:
TEC teachers are all here for the same reason they are passionate about working with young people
and helping them achieve their goals. They have been selected, not just because of their industry
knowledge and teaching ability, but also because they care and they know how to relate to young adults.

Accelerate your learning with the latest technology:
A feature of all TEC pre-apprenticeship and pre-vocational courses is that training takes place in the
TECs unique simulated Building Site. This work space simulates the operations of a live building site
where several trades can work around each other, or together on common projects.

The TEC offers:

Training in the new state of the art facility that uses the latest technologies
A unique learning environment where skills are applied in a simulated workplace
Quality education which means training at the highest level and recognised by employers
Each student is valued and treated as an individual with student support and wellbeing paramount.
A range of activities that complements the learning and enhances the experience

How to apply
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (pre-vocational) course is offered at Berwick TEC. There will be three
intakes of the course delivered during 2012. The first intake will commence in February and is delivered
full time for 16 weeks. Enquire at Berwick TEC for more details.

Prospective students must be aged under 20 on the 1
st
of J anuary 2012, and have preferably completed
Year 10. All applicants must successfully complete the Berwick TEC selection criteria.

Applications are to be made directly to Berwick TEC. Pick up an application form at Berwick TEC, or
download and print from our website: www.berwicktec.edu.au

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