The Certificate III in Business Equipment will allow the learner to develop the ability to conduct functional and quality tests as well as find and repair faults in business and high volume office equipment. The student will gain the knowledge and skills required to install, repair and maintain, business equipment such as photocopiers, printer and fax machines.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: UEE30107
- Cricos Code: 064631F
- Local Fees: fees and charges
- International Fees: A$10000 p.a.
Campus: Epping
Duration
Full-time: 1 year
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Graduates of this course may continue studies in the Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering. Graduates may also be given exemptions from other further studies if they wish to continue with further study. The level of exemptions is determined by the individual tertiary institution on a case by case basis.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment as a technician in the repair of business machine and office machines such as photocopiers, printers and fax machines.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Year 11 Mathematics (any) and English. Mature age applicants and those displaying suitable motivation will be considered upon interview. Conversion from other courses or disciplines is possible. Please contact the Department to discuss arrangements and/or required bridging units.
International Students:
Australian year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment in this program is conducted in two stages. Students must complete each unit of underpinning knowledge by satisfactorily completing the required assignments/examinations to be eligible to attempt the competency assessment. The competency assessment consists of a number of actual/simulated work projects which must be satisfactorily completed to demonstrate competencies in the relevant workplace functions.
Materials
text books printed and online resource material.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
International Students
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Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| UEENEEC013B | Participate in business equipment work and competency development activities | 20 | Core |
| UEENEED001B | Use basic computer applications relevant to a workplace | 20 | Core |
| UEENEED002B | Assemble, set up and test personal computers | 80 | Core |
| UEENEED046B | Set up and configure basic local area network | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE001B | Apply OHS practices in the workplace | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE002B | Dismantle, assemble and fabricate electrotechnology components | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE003B | Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE004B | Solve problems in multiple path dc. circuits | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE005B | Fix and secure equipment | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE007B | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEE020B | Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEE037B | Document occupational hazards and risks in electrotechnology | 20 | Core |
| UEENEEH002B | Carry out basic repairs to electronic apparatus by replacement of components | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEH003B | Carry out routine repairs to business equipment | 120 | Core |
| UEENEEH007B | Carry out repairs of predictable faults in general electronic apparatus | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEH011B | Troubleshoot dc. power supplies with single phase input | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEH012B | Troubleshoot digital subsystems | 80 | Core |
| UEENEEH013B | Troubleshoot amplifiers | 80 | Core |
| UEENEEH014B | Troubleshoot frequency dependent circuits | 80 | Core |
| UEENEEH021B | Find and repair faults in high volume office equipment | 120 | Core |
| UEENEEH038B | Find and repair faults in complex power supplies | 40 | Core |
| UEENEEH081B | Design printed circuit boards | 40 | Core |
**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
