EST Block Course – Electrical Services Technician

Electrical

A course by

Wintec

Prepare for success in your Electrical Services Technician exam and learn to safely maintain and reconnect 460-volt electrical appliances.

NZ$1,225

inc GST

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This course starts anytime


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Wintec Physical Campus, Hamilton


Core skills this course teaches


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Safe handling of 460-volt appliances

Students will learn how to safely disconnect, maintain, and reconnect 460-volt electrical appliances.

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Exam preparedness

Students will be prepared to successfully complete the Electrical Services Technician exam and meet the registration requirements of the Electrical Workers Registration Board.

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Practical skills certification

Students will complete practical assessments throughout the sessions necessary for EST registration certification.

What You're Signing Up For

This short course is designed to prepare students for the Electrical Services Technician exam and to work safely with 460-volt electrical appliances. The training covers mandatory competencies required for registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board as an Electrical Appliance Service Person. It includes practical assessments for disconnecting and reconnecting electrical appliances, and prepares students to pass the required exams conducted by ASPEQ. Students must have completed the EASQ programme and hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate. Note that course fees exclude EWRB exam fees, which must be paid separately to ASPEQ.

Course Content

  • Maintenance of single and three phase electrical appliances rated up to 460 volts supplied via a flexible cord and plug
  • Disconnection and reconnection of a 460 volt appliance
  • Preparation for Electrical Workers Registration Board exam and certification
  • Practical Assessment components for Electrical Services Technician registration

What you need to know first

Completion of EASQ programme prior to attending

Current First Aid and CPR certificate

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Electrical Maintenance

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Electrical Services Technician (under supervision)

  • Electrical Appliance Maintenance Worker