Electrical Technician Courses in Tweed Heads

Gain advanced hands-on skills in electrotechnology with the UEE50520 Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering. This nationally recognised diploma is completed on-campus over 18 months and is open to both Australian and international students. The course covers: commissioning and modifying electronics and communications systems, WHS risk and legislation, sustainable energy, leadership, project management, maintenance programs — plus a range of fault-finding and troubleshooting scenarios. Enquire now for a list of study units and elective options.

The Professional Certificate of Competency in Power Distribution provides engineers and technicians with practical knowledge of power distribution systems. It covers key areas such as medium-voltage power considerations, switchgear, transformers, power factor correction, earthing, lightning protection, and network studies. Participants will learn to assess fault levels, select appropriate switchgear, specify power cables, and implement grounding solutions. The course also explores power factor correction techniques and the use of simulation software for network analysis, equipping professionals with essential industry skills. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.

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.