At a glance
Do you need your Electrical Contractors Licence? Or have you held your licence for more than three years?
If you are planning on contracting in Queensland, or if you need to renew or licence, this course is an Electrical Safety Office (ESO) requirement.
COURSE OUTCOME
Statement of Attainment
Course overview
Upon successful completion of this course, you may apply to the Electrical Safety Office (ESO) to become a Qualified Technical Person (QTP) for the Electrical Contractors Licence.
By 1 January 2019, QTP nominees will need you to have held their licence for at least two years.
TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Short Course and Apprentice Advance Plus programs - several units in this course are subsidised under one of these programs. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.
Units
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the three units listed below.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| UEENEEG122A |
Conduct compliance inspection of single phase LV electrical installations | |
| UEENEEG123A |
Conduct compliance inspection of LV electrical installations with demand exceeding 100 A per phase | |
| UEENEEG197A |
Apply currency of safe working practices and compliance verification of electrical installations | |
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Selection criteria
To satisfy the requirements of the Electrical Safety Office (ESO), Qualified Technical Person (QTP) must hold a current Queensland Electrical Mechanic work licence for at least 12 months.
Interstate licence holders will need to apply for a Queensland licence, but will have time recognised for when they obtained their original licence.
Resources required
It's highly recommended for you to have a current email address and access to a computer, the internet and the following:-
Australian Standards (AS):
- AS3000 Wiring Rules current edition
- AS3008 Electrical Installations -Selection of cables current edition
- AS3760 In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment current edition
- AS3017 Electrical installation - Testing and inspection guidelines current edition
- AS4741 Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks current edition
Legislation:
- The Electrical Safety Act 2002
- The Electrical Safety Regulation 2013
Resource:
Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2013 - Managing Electrical risk in the workplace (this can be downloaded from the online library).
Need to know
You will complete one unit at a time by self-paced/ mixed mode learning. Each unit must be completed within 6 months of the date of enrolment.
Replacement Skill Set
This skill set has been superseded, as of 4 October 2020. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 3 October 2022. If required, enrolments will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways 