Certificate III in Electronics and Communications

The Certificate III in Electronics and Communications at APEIRO Institute is a vocational education and training program designed for international students who want to develop skills in electronics and communication systems. This course provides a comprehensive set of competencies that will enable students to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electronic equipment and devices at component/sub-assembly level.

The course has several options including communications, audio, video and TV, personal computer and networks, security, and custom installations. These options allow students to choose a specialization based on their interests and career goals. The program provides hands-on training in the latest electronic equipment and devices, and students will learn how to design, install, and maintain electronic systems.

Upon completion of the course, students will have the skills and knowledge required to work in a variety of roles related to electronics and communication systems. Graduates of this program can expect to find employment in industries such as telecommunications, broadcasting, security, and information technology. The Certificate III in Electronics and Communications qualification from APEIRO Institute is recognized both nationally and internationally and can open up a range of career opportunities for graduates.

The Certificate III in Electronics and Communications qualification at APEIRO Institute is available for international students who are 18 years of age or older and have completed Australian Year 12 or an equivalent qualification. International students must also provide proof of their proficiency in English by obtaining an IELTS Academic Test Score of at least 5.5 or an equivalent score. This language proficiency requirement is not applicable for Australian residents.

The course includes 14 core units and 9 elective units.

Core Units:
- Participate in electronics and communications work and competency development activities
- Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
- Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
- Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
- Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
- Solve problems in d.c. circuits
- Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
- Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
- Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
- Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies
- Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
- Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
- Fault find and repair complex power supplies
- Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems

Elective Units:
- Maintain Documentation
- Develop structured programs to control external devices
- Assemble electronic components
- Select electronic components for assembly
- Assemble, set-up and test computing devices
- Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
- Solve problems in basic electronic circuits
- Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications