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Electrician
VCE VM recommended
Electricians design, assemble, install, test, commission, diagnose, maintain and repair electrical networks, systems, circuits, equipment, components, appliances and facilities for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes, and service and repair lifts, escalators and related equipment.
SUBJECTS TO TAKE
Recommended subject mix at Salesian, Years 11 and 12.
Year 11
- English
- Mathematics
- Certificate 2 in Electrotechnology Studies
- Free Choice Subject (e.g. Systems Engineering)
- Religion and Society
- Free Choice Subject
Year 12
- English
- Certificate 2 in Electrotechnology Studies
- Free Choice Subject
- Free Choice Subject
- Free Choice Subject
Booklet recommendations — final subject offerings depend on what runs each year. Talk to your Oratory Leader, subject teachers and the Careers Coordinator before locking in.
AT-SCHOOL PATHWAYS
Programs available within Salesian.
Specialist program (SBAT)
Industry Pathways Program — Electrotechnology, Engineering
VET options
- Certificate 2 in Electrotechnology Studies
AFTER SCHOOL
University courses and alternative routes in.
University courses
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)
Alternative pathways into university
- Certificate 4 in Electrotechnology (Apprenticeship)
- Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology / Electrical
RELATED CAREERS
Other careers in similar territory — many use overlapping subjects.
Electrical EngineerFitter and TurnerSpecial Class ElectricianElectrical FitterLift Mechanic / ElectricianSolar Power Electrician