The apprentice’s

handbook
Everything you need to
know about your electrical
apprenticeship
 Contents
Getting started  3
Your Apprenticeship: How it works  6
On-job learning  8
Off-job study  13
Amp up your study  14
Help and Support  16
Frequently asked questions  17
Keeping track of your progress  19

Contact us
Need help? Got a burning question?
We’ve got you covered.
Call us: 0508 SKILLS (754 557)
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Fri 7am–5pm
Email: support@skills.org.nz
Facebook: The Skills Organisation @skillsorgtrades
Website: www.skills.org.nz

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 Getting started
Hi there – it’s great to have you on board!
Congratulations on becoming an apprentice.
You’re on your way to a great career in one of
New Zealand’s biggest trades.
This handbook has all the information you need
to get started. You’ll also find answers to
frequently asked questions so you can get the
most out of your apprenticeship.
Remember we’re here to help, so if you have any
further questions we’d love to hear from you.
Enjoy your apprenticeship!

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Let’s get started Other stuff
Skills apprentice induction we’ll send you
If they haven’t already, your Skills Account Manager
will be in touch with you or your employer to set up an Over the next few weeks we’ll be sending a few extra
induction meeting. They’ll sit down with you, run you things to get you started. Please check your emails
through the ins and outs of your apprenticeship, and regularly and keep your phone handy in case we call.
answer any questions you may have. In the meantime, Keep an eye out for the following:
you’ll find most of the information you need to know in
this guide. Skills Student Card
This card has some
On-job assessments
handy numbers on it,
Now that you’ve signed up, you’ve been given a set such as your National
of folders containing the on-job assessments you’ll Student Number (NSN),
complete during your training. Don’t worry if you don’t which you’ll need when
know what these are for yet – we’ll explain what to do sending assessments and
with these later in this handbook. other documents to us.
It also gives you some great discounts offered to Skills
Check that you have one labelled:
trainees. For a list of businesses offering discounts
• Electrical Apprenticeship On-job Assessments Core check out www.studentcard.co.nz
And one of the following, depending on the speciality
you have chosen:
• Electrical Apprenticeship On-job Assessments
Domestic / Commercial Speciality or
• Electrical Apprenticeship On-job Assessments
Industrial Speciality
Note – If you’ve chosen to do both specialities, you
should have both of the above.

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What you need to do
Trainee Limited Certificate  Literacy & Numeracy Assessment
To carry out electrical work, you must first apply to the Everyone has different skill levels when it comes to
Electrical Workers Registration Board for a licence. reading, writing, and doing maths. We want to make
The license for electrical apprentices is called a Trainee sure you get support if you need it.
Limited Certificate, or TLC. 
We’ll be sending you a link to access your online
You can apply for this via the EWRB Portal. learning needs assessment, so keep an eye out for
www.ewrb.govt.nz  this in your inbox.
It is very important that this is done in the first week of
your apprenticeship. There is more information on TLCs
on page 18 of this guide. 
First Aid Course
First Aid saves lives and limbs, so it’s important you
Set up your MySkills login
know what to do if there’s an accident onsite. You’ll need
MySkills is our online portal where you and your to make sure you’ve completed your First Aid course
employer can check your progress through your through a Skills Contracted Provider. Call your chosen
training. You can access resources that will help you provider to book your place on the next course. The cost
during your apprenticeship. of this course is covered by Skills, however you will need
to pay for any repeats or refreshers. You’ll find a list of
When you’re registered with Skills, we set up a MySkills
Skills Contracted Providers on the Skills website.
login for you – you should have received an email from
Your First Aid course must be completed within 3 months
us. You need to reset your password first. Just follow
of starting your apprenticeship. You will also need to do a
the steps below:
safety refresher every two years.
1. Go to www.portal.skills.org.nz
2. Click on “Password Reset Portal”
Tradestart Units
3. Click on “I need a code”
In the first 3 months of your apprenticeship you must
4. Enter your details and reset your password complete the following unit standards as a requirement for
If you need help, just give us a call and we can give your TLC. These units are 30657, 30658 and 30692 and
you a hand. will be supplied with your onjob materials.

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Your Apprenticeship:
How it works
You’ll probably be familiar with the NZQA unit standard system from school. Unit standards are just small chunks of a
bigger subject (in this case, electrical engineering for electricians). You’ll be awarded a New Zealand Certificate once
you complete the required unit standards.

Electrical engineering specialities

In the electrical industry, there are two specialities you may work in:
• Domestic/Commercial
• Industrial
When you sign up for your apprenticeship, you get to choose either of these specialities. Your apprenticeship is then
tailored to be specific to the one you choose. If your employer does work that covers both specialities, no problem –
you can sign up to do it all.
Confused? Don’t worry, your employer can talk you through what it all means. In the meantime, here’s a rough guide:
Domestic/Commercial: You will be working on wiring, rewiring, and maintaining old and new homes or
shops. Your work may also include home automation – like setting up a system where you can turn on a spa
with a phone so it’s warm when the homeowner gets home.
Industrial: You’ll be fixing broken machinery, upgrading existing equipment, and installing brand new
machines in a variety of places.

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Learning structure
There are two main components to your training as an apprentice:
• On-job learning – This is the practical learning you learn at work
• Off-job learning – This is the electrical theory at a polytech or similar training provider
During your normal working day, you will learn the skills and knowledge only an Electrician can teach you.
You also attend theory training to learn the rest. The two forms of learning are designed to be done
side-by-side so you complete your apprenticeship in around 3 and a half years.

Your apprenticeship is structured like this:

1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 6 Months

On-Jobs

Off-Job Level 3 Off-Job Level 4

If you have previously completed a pre-trade course, it reduces your off-job training time. You will still need the rest of
the time to learn all the on-job skills and your apprenticeship will be structured like this:

1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 6 Months

On-Jobs

Off-Job Level 4

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On-job learning
Most of your learning will happen on the job. Your supervisor will show you how to do things and explain why they
are done that way. Your supervisor will also make sure you follow safe working practices so you keep yourself and
others safe while working.
During your normal daily work, we recommend you keep a record of the jobs that you do in a work diary or on-job
sheets. We have provided you with booklets that have instructions for completing the on-job assessments listed in
the New Zealand Certificate. These assessments can be done in any order, depending on the range of work that
you are doing.
If you work for a company specialising in certain types of work, they might not be able to give you all the practical
experience you need. They will need to arrange for you to work with another company so you can get the broad
range of practical experience needed to complete your apprenticeship.

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How to get assessed
When you feel confident doing the tasks outlined in the assessments, you need to take the following steps to
get assessed:
• Ask your Skills Verifier to verify your work
• Your Skills Verifier will sign off the assessment once it is successfully completed
• You submit the assessment and any other evidence required (such as site plans) that display your competency
If everything is in order you will be awarded that assessment. More details on this process are covered in the next
few pages.

How to complete on-job assessments

The on-job assessments describe the practical skills you’ll need to learn to become an electrician. It’s a good idea to
set aside time every week to look at these and make sure you’re becoming competent in doing them.

Who’s involved?
There can be a few people involved in this process. Let’s take a look at them.

• Apprentice • Supervisor • Verifier

This is you, the person Depending on the size of This is a person who is registered
being assessed. your company, this can be as a Skills Verifier. They are the
any registered and practicing only person who can sign off a
electrician who can confirm completed assessment booklet.
your skills and competency.
If you work in a small company,
the supervisor may be the same
person as the Skills Verifier.
It’s worth asking to be sure.

What does ‘competent’ mean?

You are competent when you can demonstrate, without help, the skills and knowledge required to complete tasks
and assessments in your apprenticeship. You should be able to complete tasks to the same level as the person
assessing you. It is up to your Skills Verifier to determine whether you are competent.
Remember:
• The assessments must be your own work.
• All questions must be answered.
• You must provide the number of items requested (e.g. if you’re asked to list 3 hand tools, you must list 3).
• Your answers must follow your company’s procedures. If you’re unsure, ask your boss or
supervisor beforehand.
• Follow all assessment instructions to ensure they’re completed correctly.
Following the tips listed above will help you achieve your qualification faster.
Getting ready to be assessed

1. Read the assessments

There are a lot of skills to be assessed on so you need to be familiar with the tasks to be completed.
Remember they don’t need to be completed in a specific order – just start with the ones you’re
confident doing and work your way through.

2. When am I ready to be assessed?

First, ask yourself if you think your skills meet the requirements of the assessment. Read through the
booklet you want to be assessed on and see if you think you are ready.
Next, ask the people who will be verifying you what they think. This could be the tradesmen around
you or your boss. It’s okay if they say they don’t think you’re ready. They will give you good feedback
on where you need to improve and you can ask for tips to get you up to speed.

3. If they think you’re ready – great!

You should now start completing the assessment booklet. If you are unsure of some of the content,
ask for clarification before you go to get signed off.

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Getting on-jobs signed off
Individual tasks:
Once you’ve completed a task in an
assessment, remember to get it signed
off. You should get tasks signed off as
you go.
Next, book in some time with your
supervisor and bring the assessment and any other
evidence required (such as site plans) with you.
Sit down with the supervisor and review the task with
them. They may ask you additional questions about what
you did and how you did it. This is just to help them verify
how well you understand the task.
If they are happy with the assessment, they will sign it
off and give the assessment back to you so you can
carry on.
Entire assessments:
Once you’ve completed the individual tasks
and have got them signed off, you should
book in some time with your Skills Verifier.
Your Skills Verifier will check your overall
competency of the tasks involved in the
assessment. Again, it’s a good idea to be prepared as
they may ask questions.
If they are happy with the information provided, they will
sign off the completed assessment and give it back to
you. You then need to send it to Skills for processing.
Some on-job assessments are more simple
than others.
Use these to get in the flow of doing
assessments. We recommend you
start with:
• DCI02.1 Employ customer service techniques
to accommodate customer behavioural styles in
a workplace
• DCI03.1 Write business correspondence to convey
complex ideas and information
• DCI07.1 Select and install flexible cords
• DCI15.1 Write electrical industry service reports
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Sending in completed on-job assessments
First: Please make and keep a copy of every page of your assessment booklet and any other evidence (like photos
and site plans)!
You can do this on a scanner, photocopier, or smartphone, for example. If your assessment booklet gets lost for
whatever reason, you will have to redo it again and no one enjoys that. There are several ways you can send in your
on-job assessments:

1. Email
Scan and email the assessment and any other evidence as one attachment to:
assessments@skills.org.nz.

Please note: The processing time is around 5 working days if all the information is signed off and
received correctly. The results can take around one month to appear on your NZQA record.

2. Hand it in to your Account Manager

If you are due to see your Skills Account Manager, you can simply take a copy of your assessment
and give it to them.
Please don’t forget to make a copy of your assessment booklet and evidence before submitting it!

Don’t have a scanner?

If you don’t have access to a scanner, there’s
a range of free smartphone apps that will take
photos of your documents. CamScanner is
one of these apps.

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Off-job study
Your off-job study is where you will learn the theory behind how
it all works.
Each off-job provider delivers their training differently. This can
vary from attending night classes or day release classes to full
week block courses.
Depending on when you started your apprenticeship and where
you are located, you may have to wait for your chosen provider
to start a class. Some only start at the beginning of the year,
some have mid-year enrolments, and some will let you start
at any time. You will find out when you enrol.
The content you will learn is broken down into individual unit
standards which are outlined at the back of this handbook.

Been a while since you last studied?

If you haven’t studied in a while, then it’s time to start
thinking about refreshing your study and learning skills.
A good way to kick this into action is to find out what
type of learner you are. Do you like to read things?
Watch someone show you? Or pull something to bits
and figure out how it goes back together?
Knowing what kind of learner you are can help you a
great deal in your study.
If you are not sure, there is a simple quiz you can take to
identify your strong areas. It gives great tips to help you
take in what you are learning. Check out the Vark quiz at
www.vark-learn.com to see what kind of learning works
for you!
You’re going to need some stationery
We’ve listed below some basic items to
get you started. You might need more
or less than what’s on here, but your
tutor will confirm this when you start
your classes.
• Pens, pencils, and eraser
• Highlighters
• Simple drawing kit (protractor, ruler, etc.)
• Scientific calculator (you won’t be able to use your
cellphone for calculations)
• Good sturdy notebook (it needs to last 3 years)

Time for study

Set aside time during the week to do additional study outside of class.
The amount of time you need will depend on how well you’re progressing
through your study. Start with at least a couple of hours study a week and add
more hours if required.
When classes start, the best thing you can do is have a positive attitude, be
open-minded, get involved and ask questions. Get to know your classmates -
you are all in the same boat, working towards the same goal and will most likely
be studying together for the next few years.

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Amp up your study
Studying is about Planning, Preparation, and Practice.
Start practising these habits now and your confidence will grow!

Planning Preparation
• Make a plan and stick to it. Managing your time well
• Know how you learn. Do you like studying when it’s
is important for success.
quiet, or with noise? Do you learn best by talking
• Work out a timetable for how often you can study with others, or writing it down? Use this information
and where you can do it. Make sure it works for you, to identify study techniques that work for you.
your family, work, and other commitments.
• Get your brain fit. Your brain will work more
• Plan study breaks and don’t go over this time. effectively and remember more information if you:
• Talk to tutors, workmates, classmates, and mentors • Drink plenty of water
about your course. Talking with others can reinforce
what you know or clarify things. • Get plenty of fresh air and exercise

• Work out what your strengths and weaknesses are
and organise your study accordingly.
• People aren’t born with built-in study skills! Find
someone to talk to who is willing to help, for
example your tutor, employer, or mentor.
• Choose healthy energy snacks (not high sugar/
high carb ones) when studying
• Get enough sleep. This is especially important
the night before an exam.
• Make sure you have the information and resources
you need at the start of your study session. Getting
up every 5 minutes to get something can put you
off track.

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Here are a few tips to Practice
nail your exams • Do exam papers from past years – not for learning
the answers, but for developing exam techniques.
• Create an exam checklist. Make sure you know
• Identify the study techniques that work best for you
what you can take into your exam, like writing and practise using them. For example:
and drawing tools and any reference materials.
• Try reading aloud. Some people learn by
• Go into the exam with a strategy. You don’t have hearing, as well as speaking, the information
to do the questions in the order they appear in
the exam paper. Start answering the ones you • Summarise long explanations by highlighting
find easy – this will give you confidence for the and learning the key points
rest of the exam
• Learn how to make and use mind maps, flash
• Divide up the exam time and give yourself cards, acronyms, and other memory aids
a certain amount of time to answer each
question. Read the question carefully. Then
• Discuss difficult topics with a study group,
your mates, your employer, and others.
read it again to make sure you know what the
question is asking you to do. When you have
finished the exam, do a final check of your Remember: Planning, preparation, and
answers. Always take the time to check your practice will give you confidence.
paper to make sure you have:
 
• Answered all the questions
• Labelled all your diagrams
• Attached your workings sheet and notes.

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Help and Support
Need advice with your training, study, finances, or anything to do with your apprenticeship? We’re here to help you
through your training – and we want you to succeed.
We often see trainees not having the confidence to ask for help. Don’t worry, you’re not the first and you won’t be the
last. All we ask is that you talk to someone about any issue you are having, so we can organise some help to keep you
working towards your goal.

I need help with my off-job learning

Ask for help! Your first choice should be your class tutor as you may not be the only one having the particular issue.
Because of the nature of what you are learning, it is sometimes hard to relate theory to what you do every day.
A good tip is to make a note of what you don’t understand, and the next day at work, ask your workmates or
supervisor about it. This will help you relate what you are learning at your off-job training to what you are doing on the job.
Another option is to form a study group with other classmates to work together and bounce ideas off each other.

What if I have a learning difference?

No problem – we can arrange some personal tuition or extra help, such as a reader/writer for exams, to help you
succeed in your training. Please contact your Skills Account Manager to discuss.

Finishing your Apprenticeship

So you’re about to finish your apprenticeship and you have about 6 months to go. There’s a few things you need to do
to make sure you’re ready to register with the EWRB. Call your account manager to ask for details on what you need
to do.

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Frequently asked questions
We’ve been doing apprenticeships for a while now, and we get all sorts of questions. To make life a little easier for you,
here’s a list of common things we get asked. Remember, if you have a question that’s not answered in this guide, just
give us a call so we can help you out.
General
What if there are assessments missing from my
progress report?
Off-job - Talk to your tutor (at your off-job training
provider) to chase it up.
Note: assessment results normally take around a month
to appear on your NZQA record.
On-job - Call the Skills Contact Centre (0508 754 557) to
see if we can give you an update. It could be because
it’s a busy time of the year and there is a delay in
reporting them.
Note: assessment results normally take around a month
to appear on your NZQA record.
Do I get copies of Australian Standards/New
Zealand Standards (AS/NZS)?
Yes. Electrical standards can be accessed via the
EWRB portal. Go to www.ewrb.govt.nz and follow the
link to Standards NZ.  the paperwork is done right.
On-jobs
How often do I need to complete
on-job assessments?
You should be able to comfortably complete 4-6
assessments each year, as a minimum. If you think you’ll
have problems with this, have a chat to your employer or
your Skills Account Manager before it gets out of hand.
Remember, the faster you finish your on-job assessments,
the shorter your apprenticeship can be. Many tradies
regret taking so long because they didn’t put the effort in
and get the paperwork done.
I’ve lost one of my assessment books
No problem. You can download electronic copies and
print them out from your My Skills Login. It’s all under the
Resources tab in My Skills.
What do I need to do if I’ve changed companies?
If you’ve got a new job, you’ll need to contact your Skills
Account Manager as soon as possible to make sure all
Do I need to complete the on-job assessments
in order?
No. The idea behind your on-jobs is you complete them
as you go, when you feel competent doing a certain task.
The experience you gain at work will guide the order you
complete your assessments.
How do I send in my on-jobs?
• Email – Scan and email the assessment and any
other evidence as one attachment to
assessments@skills.org.nz
• In Person - Hand it in to your Skills Account Manager.
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Off-jobs
When do my classes start?
When you enrol at your chosen provider, they will give
you the start dates. It’s also handy to find out your block
course dates, so you can give your employer plenty
of notice.
What if I can’t make it to a class?
While you’re required to attend all training classes, we
understand that from time to time you’ll not be able
to for a number of reasons. You’ll need to inform your
provider or tutor that you are unable to make it.
Be sure that when you return, you check what you need
to do to catch up on so you don’t fall behind.
Remember, your employer and Skills will be notified of
your absence.
What if I’m unable to attend class for a while?
At times, this does happen. Maybe you are working out
of town, you’re off on ACC because of an injury, or you
have an unplanned emergency.
You’ll need to let your tutor, employer, and Skills
Account Manager know ASAP to ensure it doesn’t
affect your training and look at the options to keep you
on track.
What happens if I fail to complete
some assessments?
If you notice you’re falling behind you need to talk to
your tutor, supervisor, or Skills Account Manager. We
can help get you back on track before you fall too
far behind.
If you just fail an assessment the first time round, you
are entitled to do a re-sit of that unit. Please check your
off-job provider’s policy to see if there’s anything else
you need to know about.
What happens if I fail to complete an
assessment twice?
You’ll need to do that assessment again. This will be at
your cost.
Can I swap training providers?
While we don’t encourage it, yes, you can. We
understand that circumstances can change. However,
not all of the training providers teach the same
assessments in the same order which can cause
problems later on. Additionally, to avoid extra costs, you
must complete the level you are currently doing in your
apprenticeship before swapping.
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Electrical Workers Registration Board
(EWRB)
Who organises my Trainee Limited Certificate?
You are responsible for organising your own Trainee
Limited Certificate (TLC). 
This is done through the EWRB portal at
www.ewrb.govt.nz
You must first apply for an EWRB electrical worker
account, and then you can apply for the TLC. 
You will need your supervisor’s details to complete the
application. 
They process your Trainee Limited Certificate (TLC) and
courier it to you.
If it hasn’t arrived after a month you should contact the
EWRB on 0800 66 1000 to make sure they’ve sent it
out (they get quite busy around the middle of the year).
You’ll need to report if it hasn’t arrived within 3 months
or there will be a fee for a replacement TLC.
When your TLC arrives, you must have it with you when
you are doing prescribed electrical work. Anyone can
ask to see it while you are doing electrical work.
How long is the licence valid for?
Your Trainee Licence is valid for 4 years. If your
apprenticeship goes over this time, you will need to
apply for another one through the EWRB, pay the fee,
and explain why you have not completed your training
within the allocated timeframe.
What if I lose my licence card?
No problem. You can order another through the EWRB,
but it will cost you. If you do lose it or it is stolen, you are
required to let the EWRB know as soon as possible.
How do I get hold of the EWRB?
Email: info@ewrb.govt.nz
Phone: 0800 66 1000
Hours: Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5pm
Keeping track of your
progress
Use the following checklist to keep track of your progress through your apprenticeship. It’s a good idea to only mark
these off once you know they are on your progress report with NZQA.

First Aid*
Unit Title Completed
6401 Provide first aid
6402 Provide basic life support

*First Aid is booked separately. If you haven’t completed a First Aid course in the past, please contact a Skills
Contracted Provider to book.

TLC Units - First 3 Months

Unit Title Completed
30657 Isolate low-voltage electrical subcircuits and perform basic checks and tests to
confirm isolation
30658 Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental electrical safety in the workplace
30692 Perform basic calculations used in given trade situations

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On-job assessments
Required for both Domestic/Commercial and Industrial
Unit Title Completed
DCI 01.1 Health & Safety, tools & equipment in your workplace
DCI 02.1 Using customer service techniques
DCI 03.1 Writing business correspondence
DCI 04.1 Schedule and manage preventative maintenance for electrical equipment
DCI 05.1 Prepare for, install, wire, and test power outlets
DCI 06.1 Prepare for, install, wire, and test electric lighting systems
DCI 07.1 Select, connect, and test flexible cords
DCI 08.1 Install, commission, and maintain emergency lighting systems
DCI 09.1 Install earthing systems for multiple earthed neutral installations (MEN)
DCI 10.1 Install, test and commission fixed-wired/ permanent electrical appliances
DCI 11.1 Inspect and test an electrical installation for compliance with AS/NZS 3000
DCI 12.1 Fault find, repair and re-commission power outlets
DCI 13.1 Fault find, repair, and re-commission electric lighting systems
DCI 14.1 Inspect, test, fault find, and repair portable electrical appliances
DCI 15.1 Inspect, test, fault find, and repair fixed-wired electrical appliances
DCI 16.1 Fault find, test, and commission electric motors
DCI 17.1 Install and commission extra-low voltage equipment
3490 Complete an incident report
4249 Describe care and timeliness as an employee

If you have chosen the Industrial speciality, you’ll also do:

Industrial
Unit Title Completed
IND 01.1 Prepare for and install industrial switchboards
IND 02.1 Follow control drawing and install, wire, and commission a control panel
IND 03.1 Install and program a PLC
IND 04.1 Install and test transducers
IND 05.1 Preventative maintenance for industrial electrical equipment
IND 06.1 Select and install electric motor starters
IND 07.1 Install, test, and commission AC rotating machines
IND 08.1 Install and commission a variable frequency drive
IND 09.1 Install, wire to, and connect a machine safety device

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If you have chosen the Domestic/Commercial speciality, you’ll also do:

Domestic/Commercial
Unit Title Completed
DC 01.1 Prepare for and install domestic or commercial switchboards
DC 02.1 Wire and connect control devices used in the electrical environment
DC 03.1 Install, commission, and maintain a power quality protection system
DC 04.1 Schedule and manage preventative maintenance for electrical equipment
DC 05.1 Analyse building and plant energy efficiency
DC 06.1 Install computer networking infrastructure systems
DC 07.1 Plan, install, and commission a power supply on a construction or demolition site

Off-job assessments
Year 1 and 2
Unit Title Completed
29465 Apply knowledge of electrical safety and safe working practices for electrical workers
(Level 3)
29466 Demonstrate knowledge of legislation and Standards governing electrical workers
(Level 3)
29467 Demonstrate knowledge of the electrical industry ethical work practices (Level 3)
29468 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe plant isolation,
re-commissioning, and associated electrical testing procedures (Level 3)
25070 Explain the properties of conductors, insulators, and semiconductors and their effect
on electrical circuits (Level 2)
25071 Demonstrate knowledge of electromotive force (emf) production (Level 2)
25072 Apply electromagnetic theory to a range of problems (Level 2)
750 Demonstrate knowledge of electrical test instruments and take measurements
(Level 2)
15852 Isolate and test low-voltage electrical subcircuits (Level 2)
15866 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of procedures for examining and testing electrical
installations (Level 4)
29469 Select and install flexible cords and cables (Level 2)
29470 Demonstrate knowledge of electric motor and generator construction and operation
(Level 3)
29471 Demonstrate knowledge of electric switchboards and lighting and power circuits
(Level 3)
29472 Demonstrate knowledge of electric lighting systems (Level 3)
29473 Demonstrate knowledge of single-phase and three-phase transformers (Level 3)
29474 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of electrical fittings and components and their
installation (Level 3)

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 Year 1 and 2
Unit Title Completed
29475 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of electronics (Level 3)
29476 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of capacitance, inductance, power factor, and
power factor correction (Level 3)
1204 Demonstrate knowledge of earthing (Level 3)
5932 Demonstrate knowledge of protection of circuits from static electricity and magnetic
interference (Level 2)
15848 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safeguards for use with portable electrical
appliances (Level 2)
29477 Demonstrate knowledge of the New Zealand national electricity grid and associated
electrical protection (Level 3)
29478 Demonstrate knowledge of electrical installations in special situations (Level 4)
29479 Draw and explain electrical diagrams (Level 3)
29480 Demonstrate knowledge of electric circuit design, control, and protection (Level 3)
29481 Apply knowledge of lighting installation, testing, repair, and disposal
(Level 3)
15855 Demonstrate knowledge of circuit protection (Level 3)
29482 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of special power supplies (Level 3)
29483 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of single-phase and three-phase rotating
machines (Level 3)
29484 Demonstrate knowledge of theory and practice for electrical workers (Level 3)
29557 Apply fundamental techniques for identifying and locating faults in electrical fittings or
systems (Level 3)

Year 3
Unit Title Completed
5926 Demonstrate knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) (Level 4)
15862 Demonstrate knowledge of industrial process control (Level 4)
29440 Demonstrate knowledge of electric switchboards (Level 4)
29441 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of cable coding, colours, characters, applica-
tions, and capacity (Level 4)
1702* Demonstrate knowledge of, and apply electrical legislation,
New Zealand Codes of Practice, and Standards (Level 4)
29442 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of renewable energy electricity
generation systems (Level 4)
29443 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of AC motors (Level 4)
29444 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of AC electric motor control and
installation (Level 4)
21766* Demonstrate knowledge of theory for registration of electricians (Level 4)
27352 Demonstrate knowledge of supervision of trainees undertaking prescribed electrical
work (Level 4)
29445 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of single-phase and three-phase
transformers (Level 4)

*a) These are external EWRB examinations; b) the apprentice pays for these exams and c) the trainee must attend at
least 80% of the classes to be eligible to sit exams.

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