CERT III IN INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL VERSUS CERT IV IN ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENTATION

Introduction to the Instrumentation Industry

The global process automation and instrumentation market is anticipated to grow from $70.2 billion in 2017 to $112.2 billion by 2026. As the instrumentation market grows bigger, so does the need for a suitably qualified I&C technicians.

Licenced Instrumentation professionals are rare and, therefore, in-demand and receive an increased pay rate.

Job opportunities in Instrumentation:

• Oil and gas shutdowns (onshore and offshore)

• Mining shutdowns

• Heavy industry shutdowns

• Oil and gas construction

• Mining construction

Certificate III or Certificate IV in Instrumentation: What is the difference?

Whether you decide to undertake Cert 3 IC, or Cert 4 EI, both courses are in demand and upskilling is necessary to stand out and succeed in your career. The table below gives a brief overview of both qualifications and can be used to figure out which course is right for you.

To Summarise

Cert 4 EI gives you the required knowledge and skill to enter the instrumentation industry, and the Cert 3 IC allows you to specialise further as a lead in instrumentation and control.

Whether you decide to undertake Cert 3 IC, or Cert 4 EI, these courses are required to be competitive in the industry. Upskilling is necessary to progress your career in a highly technical and specialised field, such as instrumentation.

PMV offers training in both courses:

UEE40420 Certificate IV in Electrical Instrumentation

UEE31220 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control