With the rapid advancement of technology, the demand for skilled workers in various industries has significantly increased. To meet this demand, TESDA has specified a set of competencies for Electrical Installation & Maintenance NC IV. This particular certification is designed to equip candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform electrical installation and maintenance tasks effectively.
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While the set of competencies excludes core technical skills required for highly specialized vocational skilled workers such as linemen and substation technicians, the certification still presents numerous opportunities for career advancement. It is a testament to the commitment of TESDA to produce highly competent workers who are ready to take on the challenges of the ever-evolving job market.
Benefits of Taking Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC IV
- Comprehensive Knowledge: The Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC IV course by TESDA provides a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and installations.
- Practical Skills Development: The course focuses on developing practical skills required for electrical installation and maintenance work.
- Safety Awareness: Students learn about safety measures and procedures to ensure a secure working environment.
- Problem-Solving Skills: The course enhances problem-solving abilities, enabling graduates to identify and resolve electrical issues efficiently.
- Up-to-date Knowledge: Students are updated with the latest technologies and trends in electrical installation and maintenance.
- Hands-on Training: The course provides hands-on training, allowing students to gain practical experience in electrical installation and maintenance tasks.
- Professional Development: Graduates develop professionalism, communication skills, and teamwork, which are essential in the industry.
- Potential for Higher Earnings: With the expertise gained from the course, individuals have the potential to earn higher salaries in the electrical installation and maintenance field.
A candidate who has achieved all these competencies is qualified.
- Electrical Foreman
- Electrical Supervisor
- Supervising Technician
What are the Essential Skills that Need to Be Learned?
In order to enhance performance, it is imperative to cultivate fundamental skills across various domains.
a. Basic Worker Units of Competency
- Lead in utilizing specialized communication skills.
- Assist in developing teams and individuals.
- Apply problem-solving techniques in the workplace.
- Collect, analyze and organize information.
- Plan and organize work for several working teams.
- Promote environmental protection
b. Common Construction Industry Units of Competency
- Supervise the preparation of construction materials, tools and equipment for assigned tasks.
- Ensure compliance with standard procedures, specifications and manuals of instructions.
- Interpret and follow technical drawings and plans.
- Supervise mensuration and related computations.
- Supervise proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
c. Core Electrical Units of Competency
- Prepare Electric and hydraulic tools.
- Perform roughing-in and wiring for activities for bus and underfloor ducts.
- Perform installation of wiring devices for floor and ground fault current interrupting outlets.
- Perform installation of standard electrical protection system for lightning and grounding.
- Perform installation of electrical lighting systems, auxiliary outlets and lighting fixtures.
- Perform installation of data measurement and control system on electrical and auxiliary equipment.
- Assemble and install electrical lighting and motor control systems.
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting works.
- Supervise/Monitor installation and maintenance on electrical systems, auxiliary including control, lighting, power and protection equipment.
- Perform commissioning of electrical equipment/system.
- Perform programming and installation of basic PLC systems.
Sample of Certificate of Completion
Training Duration
- Basic: 20 hours
- Common: 32 hours
- Core: 464 hours
Total: 516 hours
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Qualifications
To qualify as a trainee for Electrical Installation & Maintenance NC IV, a candidate must be:
- Holder of Electrical Installation & Maintenance NC III or equivalent experience and training.
- Can communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Physically and mentally fit
- With good moral character
- Can do basic math.
This list does not include institutional requirements like education, work experience, or other criteria set by the training center or school delivering the TVET program.
Requirements
To enroll in this course, you will need the following documents:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- High School or College Diploma
- Certified True Copy of Official Transcript of Records or Form 137
- Certificate of Good Moral Character or GMRC
- 1 x 1 and/or 2 x 2 pictures
To obtain further details, please reach out to the enrollment site that aligns with your requirements. Kindly note that the criteria may vary.
Instructor’s Qualifications
The trainer responsible for the course must have the following qualifications:
- Graduate with a degree in BS in Industrial Education, Major in Electrical Technology or its equivalent.
- Must have undergone training in Training Methodology I (TM I)
- He must hold at least Electrical Installation & Maintenance NC IV.
- Good moral character
- Must be computer literate
- Must be physically and mentally fit
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant job/industry experience is required (if specified by the hiring institution).
Summary
The Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC IV qualification equips individuals with the necessary competencies to undertake electrical installation, repair, and maintenance tasks effectively. It is a valuable qualification for those aspiring to succeed in the electrical industry. However, it is important to note that the NC IV is not intended for specialization in highly technical fields. This course covers various essential skills and has specific training duration requirements. To enroll, certain qualifications and documents are needed.
Contact Information
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
Office Address: BLDG 8, TESDA Gate 2, TESDA Complex, East Service Rd., South Superhighway, Taguig, Metro Manila.
Email Address: contactcenter@tesda.gov.ph
Telephone Number: 8887-7777
SMS Hotline: 0917-479-4370 (text only)
Website: https://www.tesda.gov.ph/
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