Electrical Appliance Servicing
Course details
About the course
By the time you complete the course, you will have passed EWRB practical assessments and be ready to sit the EWRB Electrical Appliance Serviceperson written exam.
You’ll also be able to apply for registration as an Electrical Appliance Serviceperson once you’ve passed the practical assessments, written exam and completed 18 months of prescribed maintenance of electrical appliances rated up to 230 volts, single phase supplied via plug and flexible cord.
Please contact the EWRB on 0800 66 10 00 for more information on the 18 months of prescribed work.
- A basic understanding of electrical circuits
- The electricity supply system
- Commonly used electrical terms
- The electrical safety of personnel
- The dangers of electric shock
- Basic first aid
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (level 2)
- Common protection devices
- The principles of circuit protection
- Radio and television interference suppression
- Commonly used electrical conductors
- Commonly used electrical insulators
- The composition, use and fitment of commonly used flexible cords
- Commonly used electrical fittings
- The operation and servicing of commonly used single phase electrical appliances
- The operation and use of commonly used analogue and digital electrical measuring instruments
- The principles and methods of electrical appliance testing
- A basic use and understanding of the Electricity Regulations, Standards and Codes of Practice
- An understanding of the limits of work and other responsibilities of 'A' level registration holders
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.