High Voltage (HV) Switching, Full Course
Step up to HV. Learn to plan, coordinate and execute switching programs safely, the skills that put you in charge of the network.
Online is self-paced. Face-to-face is 2 days.
GST-free
Course Overview
This is the course that moves you from working near high voltage to running it. You will learn to develop switching programs, coordinate HV networks, operate local HV switchgear and work safely around live apparatus, the exact skills utilities, mining, and heavy industry sites need from their switching operators.
Entry Requirements
- Current Unrestricted Electrical Licence
- Statement of Attainment for UETDRIS018 Perform low voltage field switching operation to a given schedule
- Prior knowledge of electrical theory and experience in electrical operations recommended
Learning Outcomes
- Develop and validate high voltage distribution switching programs.
- Coordinate and direct switching programs across local HV networks.
- Operate local HV switchgear safely, to procedure.
- Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus.
Units of Competency
View all 15 units of competency
- UEPOPS116Operate local H.V. switchgear
- UEPOPS021Control permit to work operations
- UEPOPS022Coordinate and direct switching program
- UEPOPS025Coordinate local H.V. networks
- UEPOPS036Develop H.V. switching programs
- UEPOPS117Operate local L.V switchgear
- UEPOPS124Perform switching to a switching program
- UETDRIS017Perform high voltage field switching operation to a given schedule
- UETDRIS021Coordinate and direct switching programs
- UETDRIS022Coordinate permit procedures
- UETDRIS023Develop and validate high voltage distribution switching programs
- UETDREL004Operate plant and equipment in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus
- UETDREL005Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus
- UETDRSB001Perform substation switching operations to a given schedule
- UETDRIS032Solve problems in network equipment
What you need to know before you enrol.
Assessment Methods
Online theory with simulated online practicals.
RPL & Credit Transfer
Hold HV switching units from another RTO? We accept Statements of Attainment from any Australian RTO. Contact us to discuss credit transfer before you book.
Fees & Refund Policy
Per our Refund and Payment Policy.
USI Requirement
You will need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to receive your Statement of Attainment. Free at usi.gov.au.
Language, Literacy & Numeracy
This course assumes existing electrical theory knowledge.
Access, Equity & Support
Need support to attend the face-to-face component, such as accessibility, travel or scheduling? Talk to us before booking. Our Student Handbook sets out our access, equity, complaints and appeals policies in full.
Certification & Issuance
Statement of Attainment (15 units) issued after you complete the face-to-face assessment. Issuance can take up to 10 days. If you need it sooner, you must tell us prior to enrolment.
What To Bring
Photo ID and evidence of your current electrical licence.
Cancellation & Rescheduling
Notice is required to cancel or reschedule without a fee.
Funding & Subsidies
No funding or subsidies are available for this course.
Note for Multi-State Operators
If you operate across state lines, check state-specific requirements. For example, Western Australia’s Guidelines for the Safe Management of High Voltage Installations require ongoing currency, not just initial certification.