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Course details

Electrical Service Technician
Domestic tuition $990 per year

About the course

One-week block course. Holders of the Electrical Service Technician registration can service three-phase fixed wire appliances up to 400V.

What you will learn

  • This course will instruct applicants to the level required by the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) for their theory examinations and practical assessments
  • Study basic electrical theory for working with equipment up to 400V
  • Complete electrical testing
  • Cover electrical circuits, conductors and insulators
  • Learn earthing arrangements
  • Carry out maintenance on three-phase electrical motors
  • Apply safe working practices 

Course requirements

It is recommended that students bring a copy of ASNZ3000:2007.

Access to electronic copies of companion standards is recommended.

Entry criteria

Have completed an EAS course or have EAS Registration.

Documents and other details

The EWRB exam is an online exam which can be booked through Aspeq for sitting following completion of the course.

EWRB Examination Online Entry

EWRB Practical Assessment Application (PDF 605KB) - required to be submitted with payment.

Course related costs:

EWRB Examination Application Fee: $166.75

EWRB Practical Assessment Fee: $85.00 

About the provider

The Wellington Institute of Technology is a tertiary institution that trains around 6,100 students every year. We offer a range of industry-led qualifications from trades through to degrees and postgraduate programmes that are future-focused, developed alongside industry and provide students with practical skills so you can pursue your career goals.

WelTec is one of New Zealand's oldest tertiary education institutions and the second-oldest in Wellington. We’ve been helping people find their vocation since 1904.