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UEE40720 Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications

National ID
UEE40720
WA Course Code
BFP4
CRICOS code
119536B
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Why choose this course?

Launch your future in electronics with this qualification. Gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge that will prepare you for a rewarding role as an electronic technician.

Learn to assemble, test, maintain, and troubleshoot a range of electronic components and devices; fault-find in power supplies, amplifiers, communication systems, and digital and microcontroller systems; and write and test programs to control external devices.

Career opportunities

  • Electronics Trade Worker

When choosing a course, it's important to think about the key skills and knowledge you'll need, as well as how you'll be assessed. Take a look at this information and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements.

  • Good communication skills
  • Good, logical problem-solving skills
  • Good team work ethic as well as the ability to work independently
  • An interest in electronics, engineering and technical activities

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Equivalent to Australian Year 11 with passes in Maths is required for entry into this course.

​Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Your study options

Semester 1, 2027

Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 1, 2027
Where | South Metropolitan TAFE (52787)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $16,216
  • Resources fee: $615
  • Materials fee: $0

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course.

Year 11
UEE40720 Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications - BFP4
2 semesters
UEE50520 Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering - BFP5
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 1,280 weighting points. These 1,280 weighting points comprise of 720 core weighting points (16 core units) plus 560 elective weighting points (12 electives).  Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0010 Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
  • UEECD0016 Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  • UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • UEECD0024 Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures
  • UEECD0027 Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  • UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
  • UEEEC0028 Fault find and repair complex power supplies
  • UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0063 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
  • UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  • UEEEC0069 Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
  • UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0075 Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies
  • UEERE0015 Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and procedures
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • ICTTEN420 Design, install and configure an internetwork
  • UEECD0013 Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs
  • UEECD0047 Supervise and coordinate energy sector work activities
  • UEECO0001 Estimate electrotechnology projects
  • UEECS0018 Develop web pages for engineering applications
  • UEECS0020 Evaluate and modify object-oriented code programs
  • UEECS0022 Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
  • UEECS0033 Use engineering applications software on personal computers
  • UEEDV0010 Select and arrange equipment for wireless communication networks
  • UEEDV0012 Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices
  • UEEEC0072 Troubleshoot microcontroller-based hardware systems
  • UEEIC0012 Develop structured programs to control external devices

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include written tests, oral questions, direct observations consisting of practical activities and role-plays, structured assessment activities such as projects, assignments, evidence portfolios, computer simulations and reports.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course.

Learning resources may include access to Blackboard, PowerPoint presentations and class handouts, technical manuals, Australian standards regulations, specialised software such as Microsoft Office, and Multi Sim.

Facilities and equipment may include access to classrooms with desktops, laboratories and workshops and specialised equipment such as Raspberry Pi, and other Networking equipment.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 2, 2027

Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 2, 2027
Where | South Metropolitan TAFE (52787)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $16,216
  • Resources fee: $615
  • Materials fee: $0

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course.

Year 11
UEE40720 Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications - BFP4
2 semesters
UEE50520 Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering - BFP5
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 1,280 weighting points. These 1,280 weighting points comprise of 720 core weighting points (16 core units) plus 560 elective weighting points (12 electives).  Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0010 Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
  • UEECD0016 Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  • UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • UEECD0024 Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures
  • UEECD0027 Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  • UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
  • UEEEC0028 Fault find and repair complex power supplies
  • UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0063 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
  • UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  • UEEEC0069 Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
  • UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0075 Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies
  • UEERE0015 Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and procedures
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • ICTTEN420 Design, install and configure an internetwork
  • UEECD0013 Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs
  • UEECD0047 Supervise and coordinate energy sector work activities
  • UEECO0001 Estimate electrotechnology projects
  • UEECS0018 Develop web pages for engineering applications
  • UEECS0020 Evaluate and modify object-oriented code programs
  • UEECS0022 Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
  • UEECS0033 Use engineering applications software on personal computers
  • UEEDV0010 Select and arrange equipment for wireless communication networks
  • UEEDV0012 Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices
  • UEEEC0072 Troubleshoot microcontroller-based hardware systems
  • UEEIC0012 Develop structured programs to control external devices

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include written tests, oral questions, direct observations consisting of practical activities and role-plays, structured assessment activities such as projects, assignments, evidence portfolios, computer simulations and reports.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course.

Learning resources may include access to Blackboard, PowerPoint presentations and class handouts, technical manuals, Australian standards regulations, specialised software such as Microsoft Office, and Multi Sim.

Facilities and equipment may include access to classrooms with desktops, laboratories and workshops and specialised equipment such as Raspberry Pi, and other Networking equipment.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 1, 2028

Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 1, 2028
Where | South Metropolitan TAFE (52787)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $16,216
  • Resources fee: $615
  • Materials fee: $0

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There is no work placement requirement for this course.

Year 11
UEE40720 Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications - BFP4
2 semesters
UEE50520 Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering - BFP5
1 semester

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 1,280 weighting points. These 1,280 weighting points comprise of 720 core weighting points (16 core units) plus 560 elective weighting points (12 electives).  Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
  • UEECD0010 Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report
  • UEECD0016 Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
  • UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
  • UEECD0024 Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures
  • UEECD0027 Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
  • UEECD0043 Solve problems in direct current circuits
  • UEEEC0028 Fault find and repair complex power supplies
  • UEEEC0060 Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components
  • UEEEC0063 Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems
  • UEEEC0066 Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0067 Troubleshoot basic amplifier circuits
  • UEEEC0069 Troubleshoot digital sub-systems
  • UEEEC0074 Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus
  • UEEEC0075 Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies
  • UEERE0015 Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and procedures
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • ICTTEN420 Design, install and configure an internetwork
  • UEECD0013 Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs
  • UEECD0047 Supervise and coordinate energy sector work activities
  • UEECO0001 Estimate electrotechnology projects
  • UEECS0018 Develop web pages for engineering applications
  • UEECS0020 Evaluate and modify object-oriented code programs
  • UEECS0022 Install and configure a client computer operating system and software
  • UEECS0033 Use engineering applications software on personal computers
  • UEEDV0010 Select and arrange equipment for wireless communication networks
  • UEEDV0012 Set up and configure the wireless capabilities of communications and data storage devices
  • UEEEC0072 Troubleshoot microcontroller-based hardware systems
  • UEEIC0012 Develop structured programs to control external devices

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include written tests, oral questions, direct observations consisting of practical activities and role-plays, structured assessment activities such as projects, assignments, evidence portfolios, computer simulations and reports.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is available in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use this matrix to ensure assessments, are undertaken across the duration of the course, rather than clustered together at particular times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course.

Learning resources may include access to Blackboard, PowerPoint presentations and class handouts, technical manuals, Australian standards regulations, specialised software such as Microsoft Office, and Multi Sim.

Facilities and equipment may include access to classrooms with desktops, laboratories and workshops and specialised equipment such as Raspberry Pi, and other Networking equipment.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

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Last updated on March 10, 2026