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Overview
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of a watch and clock service and repair tradesperson within a variety of watch and clock service related industries, including retail stores, manufacturer service centres and specialist watch and clock service and repair businesses. This also includes self-employment.
This qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in trades related to watch and clock servicing and repair and describes the skills and knowledge required to perform trade work in watch and clock service and repair.
This qualification must be undertaken through a Training Contract or through formal trade recognition assessment processes.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of watch and clock service and repair work, including undertaking the disassembly, assembly, installation, adjustment, replacement, modification, testing, fault finding, and maintenance and service of watch and clock cases, mechanisms and other relevant components.
This qualification is designed to reflect the industry recognised skills profile associated with trade work as a watch and clock service and repair tradesperson.
Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate’s performance in a functioning workplace where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, in some jurisdictions units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Local regulations should be checked.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This apprenticeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Through apprenticeship:
4 years
- Through apprenticeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | Core |
| Interact with computing technology | Core |
| Interpret technical drawing | Core |
| Organise and communicate information | Core |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core |
| Perform computations | Core |
| Perform engineering measurements | Core |
| Plan work activities | Core |
| Undertake manual handling | Core |
| Use hand tools | Core |
| Use power tools/hand held operations | Core |
| Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | Core |
| Analyse a simple electrical system circuit | Elective |
| Clean watch and clock components | Elective |
| Diagnose faults in quartz watches | Elective |
| Inspect, diagnose, adjust and repair mechanical watches | Elective |
| Install and set up clocks | Elective |
| Interpret technical specifications and manuals | Elective |
| Manufacture watch and clock components | Elective |
| Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities | Elective |
| Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing | Elective |
| Perform electrical/electronic measurement | Elective |
| Perform emergency first aid | Elective |
| Perform general machining | Elective |
| Perform inspection | Elective |
| Perform internal/external customer service | Elective |
| Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components | Elective |
| Perform precision watch timing and adjustment | Elective |
| Perform watch case servicing, repair and refurbishment | Elective |
| Perform watch movement exchange | Elective |
| Plan, set up and operate horological workshop or service centre | Elective |
| Replace watch batteries, capacitors and bands | Elective |
| Restore clockwork mechanisms | Elective |
| Service and repair clock chiming mechanisms | Elective |
| Service and repair clock striking mechanisms | Elective |
| Service and repair clock timepieces | Elective |
| Service and repair mechanical watch oscillating systems | Elective |
| Service calendar and other dial indication mechanisms for watches | Elective |
| Service clock escapements and oscillating systems | Elective |
| Service complex quartz watches | Elective |
| Service mechanical chronograph watches | Elective |
| Service mechanical watches | Elective |
| Service quartz watches | Elective |
| Service watch power generating systems | Elective |
| Service, test and adjust watch escapements | Elective |
| Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace | Elective |
| Use tools for precision work | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate III in Watch and Clock Service and Repair sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer
ANZSCO 323314
Precision Instrument Makers and Repairers assemble, calibrate, install and overhaul mechanical precision instruments and equipment.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer
ANZSCO 323316
Watch and Clock Makers and Repairers make, repair, clean and adjust watches and clocks.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Certificate III in Watch and Clock Service and Repair
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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TAFE NSW (RTO code 90003)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.