This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification covers competencies to develop, select, install, commission, maintain and diagnose faults/malfunctions on electrical, instrumentation and control equipment and systems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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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.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register
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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.
- Qualification only:
1–2 years
- Qualification only:
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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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| Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report | Core |
| Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector | Core |
| Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers | Core |
| Find and rectify faults in process final control elements | Core |
| Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures | Core |
| Install instrumentation and control apparatus and associated equipment | Core |
| Install instrumentation and control cabling and tubing | Core |
| Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan | Core |
| Set up and adjust advanced PID process control loops | Core |
| Set up and adjust PID control loops | Core |
| Set up and configure human-machine interface (HMI) and industrial networks | Core |
| Solve problems in density/level measurement components and systems | Core |
| Solve problems in flow measurement components and systems | Core |
| Solve problems in pressure measurement components and systems | Core |
| Solve problems in temperature measurement components and systems | Core |
| Use instrumentation drawings, specifications, standards and equipment manuals | Core |
| Verify compliance and functionality of instrumentation and control installations | Core |
| Write specifications for electrotechnology engineering projects | Core |
| Analyse complex electronic circuits controlling fluids | Elective |
| Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices | Elective |
| Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes | Elective |
| Configure and maintain industrial control system networks | Elective |
| Deliver a service to customers | Elective |
| Develop an electrical integrated system interface for access through a touch screen | Elective |
| Develop and test code for microcontroller devices | Elective |
| Develop detailed and complex drawings for electrical systems using CAD systems | Elective |
| Develop detailed electrical drawings | Elective |
| Develop electrical integrated systems | Elective |
| Develop structured programs to control external devices | Elective |
| Develop, enter and verify programs in supervisory control and data acquisition systems | Elective |
| Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers | Elective |
| Diagnose and rectify faults in a.c. motor drive systems | Elective |
| Diagnose and rectify faults in d.c. motor drive systems | Elective |
| Diagnose and rectify faults in digital controls systems | Elective |
| Diagnose and rectify faults in servo drive systems | Elective |
| Establish innovative work environments | Elective |
| Estimate electrotechnology projects | Elective |
| Facilitate continuous improvement | Elective |
| Fault find and repair analogue circuits and components in electronic control systems | Elective |
| Implement information and knowledge management systems | Elective |
| Maintain documentation | Elective |
| Maintain equipment associated with hazardous areas | Elective |
| Maintain operation of electrical marine equipment and systems | Elective |
| Maintain operation of electrical mining equipment and systems | Elective |
| Manage people performance | Elective |
| Manage team effectiveness | Elective |
| Operate application software packages | Elective |
| Plan the electrical installation of integrated systems | Elective |
| Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus | Elective |
| Provide quotations for installation or service jobs | Elective |
| Provide solutions to fluid circuit operations | Elective |
| Provide solutions to pneumatic-hydraulic system operations | Elective |
| Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components | Elective |
| Solve problems in polyphase electronic power control circuits | Elective |
| Solve problems in single phase electronic power control circuits | Elective |
| Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs | Elective |
| Troubleshoot single phase input d.c power supplies | Elective |
| Use engineering applications software on personal computers | Elective |
Job prospects
The Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Electrician (General)
ANZSCO 341111
Electricians (General) install, test, connect, commission, maintain and modify electrical equipment, wiring and control systems.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)
ANZSCO 342314
Electronic Instrument Trades Workers (General) install, modify, maintain and repair electronic instruments and control systems.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation
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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AUSINET (RTO code 41457)
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Coex Training (RTO code 41119)
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EIM TRAINING (RTO code 31408)
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MEO TRAINING (RTO code 45715)
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School of Engineering in Australia (RTO code 51178)
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TECH SKILLS INTERNATIONAL (RTO code 52737)
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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.