Progress your career in instrumentation and control with this apprenticeship qualification. Gain the skills you need to become a trade-qualified electrical instrumentation tradesperson.
UEE31211 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control
Full fee | $5,035 - $8,630 |
Build your skills in instrumentation and control with this technical trade course. Complete this qualification as part of your apprenticeship to become an electrical instrumentation tradesperson.
With increased automation across a range of industries, workers with skills in instrumentation and control are in demand. Up to 25,000 job openings are expected over the next five years across Australia in the petrochemical, mining, food and manufacturing industries.
In this course you will learn how to install, modify, maintain and repair instrumentation used in measurement and control systems. You'll learn how to apply your skills and knowledge to measure and control temperature, pressure and flow and gain skills in instrumentation and programmable logic controller (PLC) control. Our passionate, highly-experienced teachers and industry-current equipment will ensure your skills are of the high standard required to be successful in your industry.
Successful completion of this course as part of your apprenticeship allows you to become a trade-qualified electrical instrumentation technician and progress to the next level.
You can increase your skill base and improve your career opportunities by undertaking the Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control with a Certificate III in Electrotechnology. By completing this double trade course you'll be skilled to work in multiple disciplines and meet the technical requirements to gain your electrical licence.
Your years of industry experience count for something. With our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), we can help you fill in your gaps in knowledge to gain or upgrade your qualifications faster.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units listed below, plus a combination of elective units with a total value of 140 points. Please note, elective units have various points values. If you are doing this course as part of your apprenticeship, elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your training plan. Otherwise, please contact us for information about which electives should be included in your training package.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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UEENEEC024BParticipate in instrumentation and control work and competency development activitiesUnit code: UEENEEC024B Unit description: This unit covers the application of industry/enterprise policies in actively participating in work activities and in one's own competency development. It complies with established industry/enterprise procedures regarding how work is conducted, understanding responsibilities and obligations under competency development plan, following activities for developing competency, self-monitoring competency development and meeting trainee obligations for periodic reporting of competency development activities. |
Participate in instrumentation and control work and competency development activities | |
UEENEEE101AApply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUnit code: UEENEEE101A Unit description: This unit specifies the mandatory requirements of occupational health and safety and how they apply to the various electrotechnology work functions. It encompasses responsibilities for health and safety, risk management processes at all operative levels and adherence to safety practices as part of the normal way of doing work. |
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | |
UEENEEE102AFabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry componentsUnit code: UEENEEE102A Unit description: This unit covers basic fitting and fabrication techniques as they apply in the various utilities industry work functions. It encompasses the safe use of hand, fixed and portable power tools; cutting, shaping joining and fixing using metallic and non-metallic materials; dismantling and assembling equipment; basic mechanical measurement and marking-out and reading drawings/diagrams. |
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | |
UEENEEE104ASolve problems in d.c. circuitsUnit code: UEENEEE104A Unit description: This unit covers determining correct operation of single source d.c. series, parallel and series-parallel circuits and providing solutions as they apply to various electrotechnology work functions. It encompasses working safely, problem solving procedures, including the use of voltage, current and resistance measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in single and multiple path circuits. |
Solve problems in d.c. circuits | |
UEENEEE105AFix and secure electrotechnology equipmentUnit code: UEENEEE105A Unit description: This unit covers fixing, securing and mounting techniques as apply in the various electrotechnology work functions. It encompasses the safe use of hand and portable power tools, safe lifting techniques, safe use of ladders and elevated platforms and the selection and safe application of fixing devices and supporting accessories/equipment. |
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | |
UEENEEE107AUse drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specificationsUnit code: UEENEEE107A Unit description: This unit covers the use of drawings, diagrams, cable schedules, standards, codes and specifications as they apply to the various electrotechnology work functions. It encompasses the rudiments for communicating with schematic, wiring and mechanical diagrams and equipment and cable/connection schedules, manuals, site and architectural drawings and plans showing the location of services, apparatus, plant and machinery and understanding the use and format of compliance standards and job specifications. |
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications | |
UEENEEE119ASolve problems in multiple path extra low voltage (ELV) a.c. circuitsUnit code: UEENEEE119A Unit description: This unit covers determining correct operation of single source ELV a.c. parallel and series-parallel circuits and providing solutions as they apply to various electrotechnology work functions. It encompasses working safely, problem solving procedures, including the use of voltage, current and resistance measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in multiple path circuits. |
Solve problems in multiple path extra low voltage (ELV) a.c. circuits | |
UEENEEE137ADocument and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology workUnit code: UEENEEE137A Unit description: This unit covers identifying occupational health and safety hazard and risks and documenting control measures. It encompasses identifying workplace hazards, assigning levels of risk, developing control measures to eliminate and/or mitigate risks, reviewing risk control measures and maintaining documentation of hazards, risk control measures and their application in accordance with compliance procedures. |
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work | |
UEENEEI101AUse instrumentation drawings, specification, standards and equipment manualsUnit code: UEENEEI101A Unit description: This unit covers using drawings, specifications, standards and equipment manual applicable to installing, maintaining and fault finding process controls. It encompasses the principles of process control embodied in drawings, standards, specifications and equipment manuals, matching equipment with that specified for a given function and location and determining the connections required between pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment from instrumentation drawings and specifications |
Use instrumentation drawings, specification, standards and equipment manuals | |
UEENEEI102ASolve problems in pressure measurement components and systemsUnit code: UEENEEI102A Unit description: This unit covers setting up pressure measuring components and systems and providing solutions to pressure measurement problems as they apply to various process and control work functions. It encompasses working safely, setting up and calibrating pressure measuring components and systems, problem solving techniques, the use of a range of measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in pressure measurement components and systems. |
Solve problems in pressure measurement components and systems | |
UEENEEI103ASolve problems in density/level measurement components and systemsUnit code: UEENEEI103A Unit description: This unit covers setting up density/level measuring components and systems and providing solutions to density/level measurement problems as they apply to various process and control work functions. It encompasses working safely, setting up and calibrating density/level measuring components and systems, problem solving techniques, the use of a range of measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in density/level measurement components and systems. |
Solve problems in density/level measurement components and systems | |
UEENEEI104ASolve problems in flow measurement components and systemsUnit code: UEENEEI104A Unit description: This unit covers setting up flow measuring components and systems and providing solutions to flow measurement problems as they apply to various process and control work functions. It encompasses working safely, setting up and calibrating flow measuring systems, problem solving techniques, the use of a range of measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in flow measurement systems. |
Solve problems in flow measurement components and systems | |
UEENEEI105ASolve problems in temperature measurement components and systemsUnit code: UEENEEI105A Unit description: This unit covers setting up temperature measuring components and systems and providing solutions to temperature measurement problems as they apply to various process and control work functions. It encompasses working safely, setting up and calibrating temperature measuring components and systems, problem solving techniques, the use of a range of measuring devices, providing solutions derived from measurements and calculations to predictable problems in temperature measurement components and systems. |
Solve problems in temperature measurement components and systems | |
UEENEEI106ASet up and adjust PID control loopsUnit code: UEENEEI106A Unit description: This unit covers providing solutions to predictable problems in process control loops. It encompasses working safely, applying logical problem solving procedures, evaluating performance, the use of measuring devices, providing solutions to predictable control problems, and documenting solutions. |
Set up and adjust PID control loops | |
UEENEEI107AInstall instrumentation and control cabling and tubingUnit code: UEENEEI107A Unit description: This unit covers the installation and termination of instrument and control cabling and tubing for chemical, industrial or food processing systems or equipment used in medical procedures. It encompasses working safely and to standards, routing cables and tubing to specified locations, terminating cables and tubing and connecting wiring at accessories and at instruments and control apparatus and completing the necessary installation documentation. |
Install instrumentation and control cabling and tubing | |
UEENEEI108AInstall instrumentation and control apparatus and associated equipmentUnit code: UEENEEI108A Unit description: This unit covers the installation of measurement, monitoring and control apparatus and associated equipment. It encompasses working safely and to installation standards, matching equipment with that specified for a given location, placing and securing equipment accurately, making required pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical circuit connections and completing the necessary installation documentation. |
Install instrumentation and control apparatus and associated equipment | |
UEENEEI110ASet up and adjust advanced PID process control loopsUnit code: UEENEEI110A Unit description: This unit covers setting up and adjustment of advanced PID controllers and control elements to specified output. It encompasses working safely and to standards, following set-up and adjustment procedures, applying knowledge of process requirements, testing and reporting. |
Set up and adjust advanced PID process control loops | |
UEENEEI111AFind and rectify faults in process final control elementsUnit code: UEENEEI111A Unit description: This unit covers finding and repairing faults in final control elements, including control valves, actuators and positioners. It encompasses working safely, interpreting valve specifications, applying knowledge of final control elements operating parameters, conducting tests and repairs and completing the necessary service documentation. |
Find and rectify faults in process final control elements | |
UEENEEI112AVerify compliance and functionality of instrumentation and control installationsUnit code: UEENEEI112A Unit description: This unit covers pre-commissioning testing and visual inspection for verifying that installed instrumentation and control apparatus in non-hazardous areas is safe and complies with requirements. It encompasses procedures for safely conducting safety tests, conducting visual inspections, identifying non-compliance defects and reporting requirements. |
Verify compliance and functionality of instrumentation and control installations | |
UEENEEI113ASetup and configure Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and industrial networksUnit code: UEENEEI113A Unit description: This unit covers the setting up and configuring human machine interface and industrial networks for process control systems to meet performance standards. This encompasses the adoption of process control schemes that meet safety and process requirements, selection of control equipment and interconnecting cabling and tubing/piping based on calculated and deemed-to-comply arrangements. |
Setup and configure Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and industrial networks | |
UEENEEI150ADevelop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllersUnit code: UEENEEI150A Unit description: This unit covers development, installation and testing of programs for programmable controllers (PLC) for a system requiring discrete control functions. |
Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers | |
UEENEEK142AApply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sectorUnit code: UEENEEK142A Unit description: This competency standard unit requires the worker to undertake methods of work practice that minimises energy and material usage and to seek energy reduction strategies in the energy sector workplace. The unit seeks to minimise negative impacts on the environment. |
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | |
UEENEEP013ADisconnect/reconnect control devices connected to low voltage installation wiringUnit code: UEENEEP013A Unit description: This unit covers disconnecting and reconnecting control devices connected to low voltage installation wiring. This may be incidental to or a primary and regular function of work related to a principle work function. It encompasses working safely, identifying supply arrangements, following isolation procedures, selecting and using testing and measuring devices, terminating and connecting cables and conductors, safely testing and reporting. The unit coverage excludes disconnecting or reconnecting circuits at a switchboard or to general electrical accessories (including switches, socket outlets, circuit protective devices etc); or installation of, or alteration to, any part of the fixed electrical wiring system (defined as electrical installing work). |
Disconnect/reconnect control devices connected to low voltage installation wiring |
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UEENEED101AUse computer applications relevant to a workplaceUnit code: UEENEED101A Unit description: This unit covers the basic use of personal computers application relevant to a work function. It encompasses switching the computer on, applying user preferences, selecting basic applications, entering and retrieving information and printing files. |
Use computer applications relevant to a workplace | |
UEENEED104AUse engineering applications software on personal computersUnit code: UEENEED104A Unit description: This unit covers the use of computer application relevant to engineering support work functions. It encompasses applying user preferences, using application menus and tools, entering and retrieve information, working with groups and transferring and printing files. |
Use engineering applications software on personal computers | |
UEENEEI114ATrouble shoot process control systemsUnit code: UEENEEI114A Unit description: This unit covers finding and rectifying faults in process control apparatus and systems. The unit encompasses safe working practices, interpreting process and circuit diagrams, applying knowledge of process controls to logical fault finding procedures, conducting repairs, safety and functional testing and completing the necessary service documentation. |
Trouble shoot process control systems | |
UEENEEI118ASet up weighting measuring and control instrumentsUnit code: UEENEEI118A Unit description: This unit covers the calibration of instruments for measuring the weight of material as it applies to the control of processes. It encompasses working safely and to standards, following set-up and calibration procedures, testing and reporting. |
Set up weighting measuring and control instruments | |
UEENEEI131ASet up gas analysis measuring and control instrumentsUnit code: UEENEEI131A Unit description: This unit covers the calibration of instruments for measuring gas characteristics as it applies to the control of processes. It encompasses working safely and to standards, following set-up and calibration procedures, testing and reporting. |
Set up gas analysis measuring and control instruments | |
UEENEEI132ASet up water analysis measuring and control instrumentsUnit code: UEENEEI132A Unit description: This unit covers the calibration of instruments for measuring water characteristics as it applies to the control of processes. It encompasses working safely and to standards, following set-up and calibration procedures, testing and reporting. |
Set up water analysis measuring and control instruments | |
UEENEEI133ASet up scientific analysis measuring and control instrumentsUnit code: UEENEEI133A Unit description: This unit covers the calibration of instruments for measuring materials characteristics as it applies to the control of processes. It encompasses working safely and to standards, following set-up and calibration procedures, testing and reporting. |
Set up scientific analysis measuring and control instruments | |
UEENEEI151ADevelop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers.Unit code: UEENEEI151A Unit description: This unit covers development, installation and testing of programs for an industrial system requiring advance control functions. |
Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers. |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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Eagle Farm | 19 April 2021 | 7 weeks - Stage 2 | Full time 5 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $5,035 |
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