Duration
30 weeks
Schedule
Thursdays 1pm-5pm (Warrnambool Region only)
Prerequisites
All students must provide a USI number at the point of enrolment.
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Electro V2.pdfWhat You Learn
Entry level employment prospects in apprenticeships and traineeships in a range of industries
What You Get
Contribution to ATAR score
Accredited entry level for other TAFE and university courses
Partial completion of Certificate II in Electrotechnology
Materials to Bring
Materials that are to be brought to class are to be purchased from the SWTAFE bookshop
Please refer to the attached PDF document outlining the required resources
Dress Code
Solid enclosed footwear - NOT runners (Steel capped work boots are best)
Cotton clothing - NOT tracksuit pants / NO nylon
Long pants - Jeans are ideal but they MUST NOT have frayed edges
Long sleeved shirt or top
A pair of overalls is the best option, but not compulsory
Description
Course Description
The VCE VET Electrical Industry Program provides students with skills and knowledge to enhance their entry level employment prospects in apprenticeships and traineeships in a range of industries. The industry specialisations are: Electrical, Electronics, Refrigeration, and Mechanical. It also provides pathways to new skills as new technologies are adopted, especially in energy efficiency and sustainability as described above. Students must be in Year 11
Contribution to the VCE
VCE VET Electrical Industry provides a Unit 1-4 sequence for satisfactory completion purposes. Students undertaking the program are eligible for credit of up to five VCE VET units on their VCE Statement of Results: three units at Unit 1-2 level and two at Unit 3-4 sequence. Students may accumulate VCE VET units over more than one year. This certificate will satisfy learning outcomes for the industry specific skills and work related skills strands in the VCAL program.
Industry involvement
There is a strong industry involvement focus. Students are required to perform a work placement in the community services sector.