About this course
This course is suitable for electricians, data cablers, telecommunications personnel, computer systems technicians, and cable TV installers who want to enter into the business of telecommunications cabling.
You learn to perform all types of telecommunications cabling (except cabling that requires a specialist endorsement) in any type of premises, for example, domestic, commercial, or industrial.
Entry requirements
- We recommend you have at least six months cabling experience before you apply.
- Non-electricians may need to do further study before the course starts, or may need to go through a recognition of prior learning process.
- If you are a non-electrician, please contact Mr John Laurence on 0412 300 333 to determine if you need more training before you can apply for this course.
Course dates and duration
Dates
Course 1
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 19-21 April and Thursday and Friday 3-4 May 2012 (5 sessions).
Course 2
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 19-21 July and Thursday and Friday 2-3 August 2012 (5 sessions)
Course 3
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 1-3 November and Thursday and Friday 15-16 November 2012 (5 sessions)
Times Thursdays 1pm-9pm, Fridays 8.30am-5.30pm and Saturday 8.30am-3pm.
Assessment
The level of competency you develop from your training will be assessed using the following methods:
- a regulation (wiring rules) examination
- practical installation and testing of cabling systems
- assignments and tests.
Your teachers will provide you with more information on specific requirements at the start of each unit and will assist with any support you may need.
Outcomes
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a statement of attainment.
You then need to apply to one of the following registrars for an open registration:
- TITAB Australia Cabler Registry Services
Phone 03 9349 4955
- BICSI Registered Cablers Australia P/L
Phone 03 9818 6444
- Australian Cabler Registration Service
Phone 02 8923 6151
- ASIAL Security Association
Phone 02 8425 4343
- FPA Fire Protection Association
Phone 03 9890 1544.
Fees and charges
Fees vary depending on your individual circumstances. For those eligible under the Victorian Training Guarantee, the 2012 tuition fees will be $463; $286 with concession. The Ineligible (fee-for-service) fee is $957.
This price includes materials.
Note: this unit is from a certificate III qualification. If you have a certificate III qualification or above you may need to pay the fee-for-service price.
How to apply
Please apply direct to the department.
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