Electrical


The Trades Academy, in conjunction with Skills Trades Training, is offering an exciting electrical programme.
Qualified electricians are in high demand and the expertise of the tutors could open up unique opportunities and launch your career.
This is a hands-on practical introduction to the electrical industry where you could work towards credits on entering an electrical apprenticeship.
You will have access to the best industry connections throughout your study with expert mentors, tutors with ties to top companies (employers) in the electrical field.
Get ahead of the competition and preview your future in the electrical industry.
Student Stories
Lucca Smith
Lucca really enjoyed the hands-on learning in his Trades Academy Electrical class.

Iri Irihapeti
I have always wanted to be a sparky but wanted to know more before trying to gain an apprenticeship. I was living in Timaru, and I was going to do it down there, but when we moved to Rai Valley, I saw Electrical was a Trades Academy option so applied to do the course. I am a practical learner and need repetition to learn, this course has been great at providing this as it is so practical.

Find out more about what you will learn in the programme
On completion of this course you will be able to:
- Safely isolate and verify isolation of low-voltage electrical subcircuits.
- Demonstrate understanding and application of fundamental
electrical safety principles in the workplace. - Provide effective first aid response to injuries and
illnesses in the workplace. - Apply knowledge of electrical safety and safe
working practices specific to electrical work. - Utilise electrical test instruments proficiently to
take accurate measurements and diagnose basic faults. - Demonstrate competency in selecting, installing,
and testing electrical fittings and components. - Evaluate the safety of electrical appliances
through appropriate testing procedures.
Note: Some unit standards may change. Final information on the standards specific to your course will be available prior to starting your programme.
Key Details
9.10am to 2.20pm Fridays
Skills Trades Training, Nelson
Training Pathways
- Apprenticeship
- NZ Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 3 Theory)
- NZ Certificate (Level 4) in Electrical Engineering
Employment Opportunities
- Telecommunications Fibre
- Home Automation
- Data and Communication
- Automotive
- Fire Alarms
- Security Alarms
- Refrigeration
- TV Audio
- Electrical Appliance Service Technician
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