Key Takeaways:
- UEE training package updates can affect RTO operations beyond scope, including training delivery, assessment tools, resource currency and learner transition planning.
- Checking equivalency early helps RTOs understand whether affected training products require scope action, resource updates, transition planning or changes to enrolment processes.
- RTOs should review TAS documents, learning materials, assessment mapping, course guides and student communication whenever a UEE training update affects their delivery.
- Early transition planning gives RTOs more time to identify affected learners, manage completion deadlines and prepare replacement resources before changes become urgent.
- Keeping evidence of review decisions helps RTOs show how they monitored training packages in Australia updates and responded to UEE Electrotechnology training package changes.
Training package updates can be easy to miss, especially when RTOs are managing multiple courses, resources and transition requirements at once. For providers delivering electrotechnology training, keeping track of each UEE training package update helps ensure your scope, materials and delivery plans stay aligned with current requirements.
This blog gives you a clear, easy-to-follow overview of UEE Electrotechnology training package update announcements, so you can quickly review each training update and understand what it may mean for your RTO. Staying informed on changes across training packages in Australia can make it easier to plan updates, manage affected resources and support smoother transitions.
25 November 2025 UEE Training Package Update: Release 9.0 and Partial Completion of the Creating an Energy Sector Gateway Project
As part of its Creating an Energy Sector Gateway project, Powering Skills Organisation has given Certificate II pathways a refresh, an early step in the Jobs and Skills Council’s broader work to create a clearer entry point into energy sector training and help these starter qualifications stay relevant to industry needs.
| Affected Qualifications: | Changes: |
| UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) | Superseded by UEE22025 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) |
| UEE22120 Certificate II in Sustainable Energy (Career Start) | Superseded by UEE22125 Certificate II in Sustainable Energy (Career Start) |
| Affected Imported Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace | Added |
| CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | Removed |
30 July 2025 UEE Training Package Update: Release 8.0 and Completion of the Consolidation of Competency Development Units Project
Powering Skills Organisation has completed a major UEE Electrotechnology Training Package update as part of its Consolidation of Competency Development Units project. This release is about simplifying and streamlining competency development units so they are easier to understand and apply across the energy sector. It replaces multiple existing units with a more consistent set of updated units, helping tidy up duplicated or overlapping content within the training package.
| Affected Qualifications: | Changes: |
| UEE30120 Certificate III in Business Equipment | Superseded by UEE30125 Certificate III in Business Equipment |
| UEE30220 Certificate III in Computer Systems Equipment | Superseded by UEE30225 Certificate III in Computer Systems Equipment |
| UEE30420 Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications | Superseded by UEE30425 Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications |
| UEE30620 Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair | Superseded by UEE30625 Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair |
| UEE30720 Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear | Superseded by UEE30725 Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear |
| UEE31020 Certificate III in Fire Protection Control | Superseded by UEE31025 Certificate III in Fire Protection Control |
| UEE31220 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control | Superseded by UEE31225 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control |
| UEE31420 Certificate III in Security Equipment | Superseded by UEE31425 Certificate III in Security Equipment |
| UEE32120 Certificate III in Appliance Service | Superseded by UEE32125 Certificate III in Appliance Service |
| UEE41020 Certificate IV in Energy Management and Control | Superseded by UEE41025 Certificate IV in Energy Management and Control |
| UEE43220 Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control | Superseded by UEE43225 Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control |
| UEE62320 Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering – Coal Mining | Superseded by UEE62325 Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering – Coal Mining |
| UEE51020 Diploma of Instrumentation and Control Engineering | Updated from release 3 to 4 |
| UEE51120 Diploma of Engineering Technology – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | Updated from release 3 to 4 |
| UEE60220 Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| UEE61720 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electronics | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| UEE62122 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electrical | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| Affected Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| UEECO0004 Participate in appliance servicing work and competency development activities | Superseded by UEECO0026 Engage in appliance, business or computer equipment servicing work and competency development |
| UEECO0005 Participate in business equipment work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0006 Participate in computer equipment work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0008 Participate in fire protection control work and competency development activities | Superseded by UEECO0027 Engage in communications, security equipment or fire protection work and competency development |
| UEECO0009 Participate in instrumentation and control work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0011 Participate in security equipment work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0012 Participate in voice and data communications work and competency development activities | Superseded by UEECO0028 Engage in instrumentation, control, machine or switchgear work and competency development |
| UEECO0022 Participate in electrical machine repair work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0024 Participate in switchgear and control gear work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0023 Participate in electrical work and competency development activities | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEERE0014 Develop strategies to address sustainability issues for electrical installations | Removed |
| Affected Imported Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| MEM234010A Design microcontroller applications | Superseded by MEM234010 Design microcontroller applications |
| MEM234014A Design a robotic system | Superseded by MEM234014 Design a robotic system |
| MEM30027A Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers | Superseded by MEM30027 Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers |
| RIIRIS601D Establish and maintain the risk management system | Superseded by RIIRIS601E Establish and maintain risk management systems |
| UEPOPS202 Apply quality systems to work | Superseded by UEPOPS003 Apply quality systems to work |
| UEPOPS337 Maintain quality systems within the team | Superseded by UEPOPS047 Maintain quality systems within the team |
| UEPOPS416 Monitor implementation of quality control for production and maintenance | Superseded by UEPOPS065 Monitor implementation of quality control for production and maintenance |
| CPPFES2043A Prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions | Removed |
| MEM30031A Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements | Removed |
| MEM30032A Produce basic engineering drawings | Removed |
| MEM30033A Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models | Removed |
24 March 2025 UEE Training Package Update: Release 7.0
Powering Skills Organisation has completed a major UEE Electrotechnology Training Package release covering air conditioning and refrigeration training products. This update adds the new 2025 qualifications, skill sets and unit content while removing the superseded 2020 versions from the national training package.
The release reflects PSO’s broader work to update HVAC-R training products, address industry and regulatory requirements, and keep air conditioning and refrigeration qualifications aligned with current workforce needs.
| Affected Qualifications: | Changes: |
| UEE32220 Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration | Superseded by UEE32225 Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration |
| UEE42720 Certificate IV in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing | Superseded by UEE42725 Certificate IV in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing |
| UEE42820 Certificate IV in Air-conditioning Systems Energy Management and Control | Superseded by UEE42825 Certificate IV in Air-conditioning Systems Energy Management and Control |
| UEE42920 Certificate IV in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems | Superseded by UEE42925 Certificate IV in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems |
| UEE50320 Diploma of Electrical and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | Superseded by UEE50325 Diploma of Electrical and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning |
| UEE51220 Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering | Superseded by UEE51225 Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering |
| UEE62520 Advanced Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering | Superseded by UEE62525 Advanced Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering |
| Affected Skill Sets: | Changes: |
| UEESS00184 RAC – Install, Commission, Service and Maintain Variable Refrigerant Flow Air Conditioning Systems | Superseded by UEESS00220 RAC – Install, Commission, Service and Maintain Variable Refrigerant Flow Air Conditioning Systems |
| UEESS00188 RAC – Inspect, Test and Repair Fire and Smoke Control Features of Mechanical Services Systems | Superseded by UEESS00221 RAC – Inspect, Test and Repair Fire and Smoke Control Features of Mechanical Services Systems |
| Affected Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| UEERA0051 Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems | Superseded by UEERA0099 Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems |
| UEERS0022 Find and repair rail signalling system faults | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
30 November 2024 UEE Training Package Update: Minor Release 6.1
Powering Skills Organisation has released a minor update for selected UEE Electrotechnology training package units. This release is mainly about tidying up unit information, including correcting typographical errors and aligning wording with the latest details on training.gov.au.
The affected units span areas such as switchgear, control panels, lift systems, low voltage electrical work, compliance inspections, testing, fault-finding and specialist electrical equipment.
| Affected Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| UEEAS0007 Assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEAS0009 Mount and wire control panel equipment | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0026 Align and install traction lift equipment | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0027 Carry out low voltage electrical field testing and report findings | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0028 Conduct compliance and functional verification of electrical apparatus and existing circuits | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0029 Conduct compliance inspection of LV electrical installations with demand exceeding 100 A per phase | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0030 Conduct compliance inspection of single phase LV electrical installations | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0031 Conduct compliance inspection of special LV electrical installations | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0032 Conduct electrical tests on HV electrical machines | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0033 Conduct electrical tests on LV electrical machines | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0034 Conduct mechanical tests on electrical machines and components | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0037 Design electrical installations with a low voltage demand greater than 400 A per phase | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0038 Design switchboards rated for high fault levels (greater than 400 A) | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0039 Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| UEEEL0044 Diagnose and rectify faults in complex lift systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0045 Diagnose and rectify faults in traction lift systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0046 Find and repair faults in LV d.c. electrical apparatus and circuits | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0049 Install and maintain emergency safety systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0050 Install and replace low voltage current transformer metering | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0051 Investigate and report on electrical incidents and causes | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0052 Maintain and service traction lift systems and equipment | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0053 Maintain operation of electrical marine equipment and systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0054 Maintain operation of electrical mining equipment and systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0057 Plan electrical installations with a low voltage demand up to 400 A per phase | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0059 Plan low voltage switchboard and control panel layouts | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0067 Rewind single phase machines | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0068 Rewind three phase low voltage induction machines | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0069 Select and arrange equipment for special LV electrical installations | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0071 Select low voltage power factor correction equipment | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0072 Set up and place LV electrical apparatus and associated circuits into service | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEEEL0073 Verify compliance and functionality of special LV electrical installations | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| UEERL0007 Disconnect-reconnect 3.3 kV electric propulsion components of self-propelled earth moving vehicles | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
4 October 2023 UEE Training Package Update: ASQA Grants Extended Transition Period for UEE Electrotechnology Qualifications
The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) has approved an extended transition period for critical UEE Electrotechnology Training Package qualifications.
The move is under ASQA’s authority to extend transition periods when there is a compelling need, as specified in Clause 1.26(a) of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015.
New Transition Deadline Set for 31 January 2025
The following qualifications will benefit from an extended transition period for training, assessment, and certification issuance, with the new deadline set for 31 January 2025:
UEE Training Package Release 5.0
- UEE41920 Certificate IV in Electrical – Renewable Energy
- UEE42020 Certificate IV in Electrical – Photovoltaic Systems
- UEE43120 Certificate IV in Energy Efficiency and Assessment
- UEE50120 Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering
- UEE50711 Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering
- UEE60920 Advanced Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering
- UEE62020 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Renewable Energy
UEE Training Package Release 6.0
- UEE41220 Certificate IV in Electrical – Rail Signalling
It is important to note that this extension applies exclusively to students who officially began their training and assessment before the specified deadlines of 19 December 2023 for UEE Training Package Release 5.0 and 7 February 2024 for UEE Training Package Release 6.0. All affected students must complete their training and receive certification or seamlessly transition to the replacement training program by the new transition end date.
Significance of the Extended Transition Period
ASQA’s extension criteria require students to demonstrate significant challenges if denied. ASQA, in close collaboration with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority and the Training Accreditation Council of Western Australia, has extended the transition period for the UEE qualifications, ensuring RTOs’ continued registration.
The primary goal is facilitating a smooth transition for learners and training providers, preventing student disadvantages during this transformative phase.
8 February 2023 UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Update: Version 6.0 Release
The latest version 6.0 of the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package is now available on training.gov.au, featuring several critical updates and improvements to the previous version. This UEE training package update brings several exciting changes.
The UEE electrotechnology training package update, released by the Australian Industry Standards, offers students even more opportunities to specialise in electrotechnology with the addition of a new qualification. The training update also ensures that students receive relevant education by updating five existing qualifications to align with current industry standards. The package streamlines its offerings and eliminates redundancies by removing one qualification.
Along with the new and updated qualifications, 18 units of competency have been added to the UEE training package update, providing students with a more comprehensive education in their chosen field. The UEE training package update removed 20 units of competency to keep the training package relevant and up-to-date.
The latest UEE electrotechnology training package update, version 6.0, is poised to elevate the standard of education and training in this field. With its improvements, the package aims to equip students’ needed knowledge and skills for a successful career in electrotechnology. By providing the best possible preparation, this training package sets its students up for success in the years to come.
20 December 2022 UEE Training Package Update: Version 5.0 Release
The UEE41223 – Certificate IV in Rail Signalling is the newly added qualification, superseding UEE41220 – Certificate IV in Electrical – Rail Signalling while UEE41220 – Certificate IV in Electrical – Rail Signalling was the deleted qualification.
The UEE electrotechnology training package update brings significant changes to the training landscape, affecting both qualifications and units of competency. To better understand these changes, look at the list below, which details the affected qualifications and units of competency, as well as their previous versions and equivalencies.
The new Skill Sets are UEESS00189 – Rail Signalling Constructor Skill Set and UEESS00190 – Electrical – Rail Signalling Principles Skill Set.
The Australian Industry Standards underscored that the UEE electrotechnology training package update offers versatility and can be tailored to meet specific needs and business goals. RTOs can collaborate with clients to utilise the package’s adaptability and design customised pathways that deliver “fit for purpose” results.
The UEE electrotechnology training package version 6.0, which includes relevant qualifications and industry-specific units of competency, is aligned with careers across the following industries:
- Computer Systems
- Data and Voice Communications
- Electrical
- Electronic
- Instrument and Industrial Control
- Rail Signalling
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- Renewable and Sustainable Energy
Latest UEE Qualification Updates
| Updated | Superseded |
| UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician | UEE30811 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician |
| UEE33020 – Certificate III in Electrical Fitting | UEE33011 – Certificate III in Electrical Fitting |
| UEE40620 – Certificate IV in Electrotechnology – Systems Electrician | UEE40611 – Certificate IV in Electrotechnology – Systems Electrician |
| UEE43020 – Certificate IV in Electrical Equipment and Systems | UEE43011 – Certificate IV in Electrical Equipment and Systems |
| UEE53020 – Diploma of Electrical Systems Engineering | UEE53011 – Diploma of Electrical Systems Engineering |
New Units of Competency in UEE training package update
| Updated | Superseded | Equivalency |
| UEERS0020 – Apply rail signalling principles | New unit | |
| UEERS0021 – Assemble and wire electrical rail signalling equipment | UEERS0001 – Assemble and wire internal electrical rail signalling equipment | |
| UEERS0022 – Find and repair rail signalling system faults | UEERS0004 – Find and repair rail signalling system faults | |
| UEERS0023 – Inspect, test and certify rail power signal equipment | UEERS0018 – Test and commission rail power equipment | Equivalent |
| UEERS0024 – Install and maintain rail track circuit leads and bonds | UEERS0011 – Install and maintain rail track circuit leads and bonds | Equivalent |
| UEERS0025 – Maintain active level crossing equipment | UEERS0005 – Install and maintain active level crossing equipment | Equivalent |
| UEERS0026 – Maintain communications based signalling equipment | New unit | |
| UEERS0027 – Maintain computer-based interlocking rail systems | UEERS0006 – Install and maintain computer-based interlocking rail systems | Equivalent |
| UEERS0028 – Maintain mechanical rail signalling equipment and infrastructure | UEERS0016 – Maintain mechanical rail signalling equipment and infrastructure | Equivalent |
| UEERS0029 – Maintain non-vital telemetry systems | UEERS0008 – Install and maintain non-vital telemetry systems | Equivalent |
| UEERS0030 – Maintain power-operated point actuating devices | UEERS0009 – Install and maintain power-operated point actuating devices | Equivalent |
| UEERS0031 – Maintain rail signalling power supplies | UEERS0010 – Install and maintain rail signalling power supplies | Equivalent |
| UEERS0032 – Maintain trackside signal and train protection equipment | UEERS0012 – Install and maintain trackside signal and train protection equipment | Equivalent |
| UEERS0033 – Maintain train detection equipment | UEERS0013 – Install and maintain train detection equipment | Equivalent |
| UEERS0034 – Maintain vital relay interlocking systems | UEERS0014 – Install and maintain vital relay interlocking systems | Equivalent |
| UEERS0035 – Maintain wayside asset protection equipment | New unit | |
| UEERS0036 – Repair rail signalling power and control cables | UEERS0017 – Repair rail signalling power and control cables | Equivalent |
| UEERS0037 – Test copper rail signalling cables | UEERS0019 – Test copper rail signalling cables | Equivalent |
Removed Units of Competency in UEE Training Package Update
| UEECD0058 – Observe safety practices are followed in the vicinity of isolated electrical cables |
| UEERS0001 – Assemble and wire internal electrical rail signalling equipment |
| UEERS0002 – Decommission electrical and electromechanical rail signalling from service |
| UEERS0003 – Develop rail signalling system maintenance programs |
| UEERS0004 – Find and repair rail signalling system faults |
| UEERS0005 – Install and maintain active level crossing equipment |
| UEERS0006 – Install and maintain computer-based interlocking rail systems |
| UEERS0007 – Install and maintain non-vital screen-based control systems |
| UEERS0008 – Install and maintain non-vital telemetry systems |
| UEERS0009 – Install and maintain power-operated point actuating devices |
| UEERS0010 – Install and maintain rail signalling power supplies |
| UEERS0011 – Install and maintain rail track circuit leads and bonds |
| UEERS0012 – Install and maintain trackside signal and train protection equipment |
| UEERS0013 – Install and maintain train detection equipment |
| UEERS0014 – Install and maintain vital relay interlocking systems |
| UEERS0015 – Maintain electronic and microprocessor-based remote control systems |
| UEERS0016 – Maintain mechanical rail signalling equipment and infrastructure |
| UEERS0017 – Repair rail signalling power and control cables |
| UEERS0018 – Test and commission rail power equipment |
| UEERS0019 – Test copper rail signalling cables |
Imported Units of Competency
The new UEE training package update added three imported units of competency: TLIF0008 – Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment, TLIF0020 – Safely access the rail corridor, and TLIF2010 – Apply fatigue management strategies while TLIS2004 Install and maintain rail bonding systems was removed.
What Now for RTOs?
UEE training updates are not just a scope-checking exercise. RTOs should also review how the changes affect current students, training delivery, assessment tools, resource currency and transition planning.
Start by confirming which qualifications, units or skill sets on your scope are affected. Then check equivalency, transition timeframes and any internal documents that may need updating, such as your TAS, training plans, assessment mapping, learning resources and student communication templates.
Key Actions:
- Check whether affected training products are equivalent or not equivalent.
- Review transition deadlines and identify students who may be impacted.
- Update TAS documents, training plans, assessment tools and learning materials where required.
- Confirm trainer and assessor requirements remain suitable for the updated training product.
- Validate updated or replacement resources before using them in delivery.
- Communicate transition arrangements clearly to affected learners and staff.
- Review marketing pages, course guides and enrolment information so outdated codes are not promoted.
- Keep evidence of your review process to support audit and compliance checks.
For a deeper look at managing superseded training products, read our guide: Your Complete Guide to ASQA Transitions and RTO Transition Planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package updated?
The UEE Electrotechnology Training Package is updated when training products need to reflect industry, regulatory or structural changes. RTOs should monitor training.gov.au regularly so they can identify each UEE training package update and plan any required changes early.
What does a superseded UEE qualification mean for RTOs?
A superseded UEE qualification has been replaced by a newer version in the national training package. RTOs should check equivalency, transition timeframes, affected learner cohorts and whether training resources or assessment tools need updating.
How can RTOs check UEE qualification equivalency?
RTOs can check UEE qualification equivalency on training.gov.au by reviewing the replacement qualification and mapping information. This helps determine whether the training update may require scope action, transition planning or resource updates.
What should RTOs review after a UEE training package update?
After a UEE training package update, RTOs should review TAS documents, training plans, assessment tools, assessment mapping, learning resources, course guides, enrolment materials and learner communication templates.
When should RTOs update UEE training resources?
RTOs should update UEE training resources once they confirm which training products are affected, what the replacement requirements involve and which transition timeframes apply. Early review gives trainers more time to contextualise, validate and prepare materials.
Prepare for Future UEE Training Package Changes
Staying on top of every UEE training package update helps your RTO plan ahead, manage transition requirements and keep your delivery materials aligned with current training needs. By reviewing affected training products early, your team can update the right documents, support learners through changes and avoid last-minute resource gaps.
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