This advanced diploma of power systems provides the skills and knowledge required to work in the electricity supply industry (ESI) as a High Voltage (HV) Substation Project Manager or a Senior Systems Operator or a Power Systems Technical Officer. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in electricity supply and power systems.
This qualification covers overseeing the construction of electrical substations and related projects within the electricity supply industry (ESI). It also includes managing personnel, the business aspects of projects, and giving specialist advice to deal with day-to-day issues and problems. The skills and knowledge described within the units in this qualification may require a license or permit to practice in the workplace. Additional and/or other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements, which must be confirmed before commencing the qualification.
This advanced diploma qualification is made up of a series of core and elective units. The requirements for granting the advanced diploma qualification will be met when competency is demonstrated and achieved for:
1. All the Core Units relevant to the advanced diploma qualification, and
2. A combination of available Elective Units, and
3. All of any prerequisite requirements
Core Units
The core units are listed below, and all of them are mandatory to complete as part of the advanced diploma.
· UEECD0007: Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
· UEECD0046: Solve problems in single path circuits
· UEECD0044: Solve problems in multiple path circuits
· UEECD0051: Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
· UEEEL0021: Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices
· UEEEL0020: Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits
Direct Observation Checklists
For each unit, students are required to complete “on the job tasks” in addition to other assessments. Students must ensure that they are employed in the electrical supply industry within a role that allows them to complete these tasks. Students are required to have a supervisor pre-approved by EIT to observe and sign off on the completion of each task. In addition to the checklist, students must submit additional supporting evidence such as photos, videos and other relevant documentation.
The five specialisation streams will allow students to specialize and develop careers in one of the following challenging and exciting fields:
Design
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| UETDREL005 | Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus |
| UETDRDS028 | Prepare and manage construction plans for electrical infrastructure |
| UETDRDS016 | Coordinate and perform line and easement surveys |
| UETDRDS020 | Design overhead distribution systems |
| UETDRDS021 | Design public lighting systems |
| UETDRDS022 | Design underground distribution systems |
| UETDRDS027 | Investigate quality of supply issues |
| UETDRDS018 OR UETDRDS019 |
Design distribution protection systems
OR Design distribution substations |
Systems Operations Distribution
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| UETDRSO018 | Dispatch and monitor field staff activities |
| UETDRSO020 | Operate SCADA equipment |
| UETDRSO021 | Respond to protection operations |
| UETDRSO015 | Develop and validate distribution and sub-transmission switching programs |
| UETDRSO016 | Develop and validate low voltage switching programs |
| UETDRSO012 | Coordinate and manage distribution and sub-transmission network access and activities |
| UETDRSO019 | Manage supply and demand in distribution and sub-transmission networks |
Systems Operations Transmission
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| UETDRSO018 | Dispatch and monitor field staff activities |
| UETDRSO020 | Operate SCADA equipment |
| UETDRSO021 | Respond to protection operations |
| UETDRSO017 | Develop and validate transmission switching programs |
| UETDRSO013 | Coordinate and manage transmission network access and activities |
| UETDRSO014 | Coordinate operations in a regulated energy market |
Protection (Testing)
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| UETDREL005 | Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus |
| UEECD0039 | Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems |
| UEECD0010 | Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report |
| UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UETDRTS036 | Develop secondary protection and control scheme isolation and restoration documents |
| UETDRTS033 | Commission and maintain network protection and control systems |
| UEECD0036 | Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits |
| UETDRTS034 | Commission and maintain voltage regulating equipment |
| UETDRTS037 | Maintain and calibrate protection relays and meters |
Protection and Metering (Testing)
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| UETDREL005 | Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus |
| UEECD0039 | Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems |
| UEECD0010 | Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report |
| UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UETDRTS036 | Develop secondary protection and control scheme isolation and restoration documents |
| UETDRTS033 | Commission and maintain network protection and control systems |
| UEEEL0019 | Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines |
| UETDRTS031 | Commission and maintain energy/revenue metering schemes |
| UETDRTS035 | Conduct evaluation of network protection and control system faults |
Although there are no formal entry requirements, in order to complete the on-the-job components which is required for each unit, you must be employed in the electrical supply industry within Australia or New Zealand. This qualification is designed to formalize the on-the-job experience you have already gained.
Direct Observation Checklists
For each unit, students are required to complete “on the job tasks” in addition to other assessments. Students must ensure that they are employed in the electrical supply industry within a role that allows them to complete these tasks. Students are required to have a supervisor pre-approved by EIT to observe and sign off on the completion of each task. In addition to the checklist, students must submit additional supporting evidence such as photos, videos and other relevant documentation.
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VET Student Loan (VSL) Program is available for this course:
VSL approved course, maximum tuition fee for Australian students: AUD $12,112.00
This means eligible students can use a VET Student Loan to pay their tuition fees up to a maximum loan cap amount, to be repaid through the Australian Taxation System.
If you have been approved for a VET Student Loan, the borrowed amount will be incurred as a debt that is repayable to the Commonwealth government.
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This is a nationally accredited qualification and EIT is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) to deliver it in all Australian states. EIT can also deliver this qualification to students worldwide.
Find out more about country-specific accreditation and professional recognition.
Program Leader for this program is Dr Hossein Tafti
You are expected to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week attending live webinars, learning the program material, and completing assessments. This includes attending weekly webinars that run for about 90 minutes to facilitate class discussion and allow you to ask questions. This program has a 70% attendance requirement in the live webinars in order to graduate from the program. If you are unable to attend the live webinars, you have the option of watching the recording of completed webinars and sending a summary of what you have learned from the webinar to the Learning Support Officer. The summaries go towards your attendance requirement for the program.
This program is run online on an intensive part-time basis and has been designed to fit around full-time work. It will take 18 months to complete.
We understand that sometimes work commitments and personal circumstances can get in the way of your studies, so if at any point you feel that you are struggling with the pace of the course or finding a particular module challenging, you are encouraged to contact your designated Learning Support Officer for assistance.
Application Deadline
You must submit your application at least one week before the start date to be considered for your desired intake.
Census Date
A census date is the date at which an enrolment is considered to be final. Any withdrawal you make after the study period census date will incur an academic penalty (for example, a fail grade) and a financial penalty (for example, no refund of your student contribution or tuition fees). See our current census dates.
Any student has a right to appeal a decision of the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) or any member of the institute’s staff. EIT has a comprehensive Policy on Appeals and Grievances to assist students.
