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Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Certificate I - IV.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician provides the practical and theoretical training that supports work as an electrical apprentice. You’ll learn core electrotechnology skills relevant to installing, testing and maintaining electrical systems in a trade environment, with hands-on learning delivered on campus. This is a vocational qualification focused on workplace readiness in electrical trades and electrotechnology. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

Graduates typically support or progress within electrical trade pathways, applying electrotechnology skills in residential, commercial and light industrial settings. Work may involve assisting with installation, fault-finding, testing and maintenance of electrical wiring and equipment under appropriate licensing and supervision requirements. This Certificate III is designed to build vocational capability for entry-level employment and apprenticeships in electrical and electrotechnology.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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Information

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Full-time 4 years years

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Melbourne City
Bundoora
Trades Innovation Centre

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C3409

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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