Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Courses
An Electrical and Instrumentation Technician ensures equipment operates correctly by installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing it.
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Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Get qualified to work as a Electrical and Instrumentation Technician with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
UEE40420
Duration
5 days - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
If you’re a qualified electrician the UEE40420 Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation will qualify you for work as an Instrumentation and Control Technician. This training course is recognised all over Australia and you’ll complete your studies in less than a year. Graduate able to install, commission, calibrate and repair instrumentation and control equipment.
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Duration
5 days - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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The Professional Certificate of Competency in Hazardous Areas and Intrinsic Safety for Engineers and Technicians provides essential knowledge on protection methods, equipment maintenance, and compliance requirements for hazardous environments. It covers explosion protection principles, area classification, inspection, and risk management in line with international safety standards. The course is designed for engineers, technicians, and supervisors, ensuring they understand the technical and managerial res...
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The Professional Certificate of Competency in Instrumentation, Automation, and Process Control provides engineers and technicians with essential skills in selecting, installing, and commissioning industrial instrumentation and control valves. It covers key concepts, including smart instrumentation, Fieldbus technology, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Participants will gain knowledge of control valve principles, system integration, commissioning, and testing. The qualification emphasises practic...
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UEE50220
Duration
4 weeks - 6 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The UEE50220 Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation is for licensed electricians who wish to expand their professional reach to instrumentation, electrical engineering, and process plant technologies. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to install, commission, and maintain electrical control systems and other instrumentation — as well as write specifications for electrotechnology engineering projects. The course also covers electrical safety, sustainable energy, and compliance.
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Duration
4 weeks - 6 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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Common questions
How much does an E&I Technician earn?
In Australia, a full-time E&I Technician generally earns $1,700 per week ($88,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only.
What are the job opportunities for E&I Technicians?
The role of an E&I Technician has experienced stable growth over the past 5 years. It is predicted that there will be a strong growth of this occupation over the next 5 years as the demand for these skills continues to increase.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become an E&I Technician?
To work as an E&I Technician, you will need to complete a relevant tertiary qualification. This is typically at least a Certificate III or IV, however many people choose to complete an Advanced Diploma. Depending on the area you want to work in, you might choose an Advanced Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineering for Oil and Gas Facilities or Advanced Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineering in Mining.
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An Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, or E&I Technician works with equipment to ensure it operates properly. These technicians can work in a variety of different workplaces including manufacturing plants, paper mills, food processing plants and oil refineries.
E&I Technicians are likely to be responsible for installing equipment, servicing it, troubleshooting problems and making repairs where necessary. This may involve installing and maintaining electrical circuits, repairing motors and generators, fixing robotics and programming controllers.
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