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What is a Computer Hardware Designer / Engineer?

A Computer Hardware Designer / Engineer is a specialised IT person. They will probably have an IT qualification.

What is computer hardware?

• Computer hardware is the actual ‘hard’ (physical) items that computers are made up of. Things you can actually touch. For example: computer case, the screen, keyboards, mouse, hard disc, motherboards, video cards etc.

Computer Hardware Designer / Engineers researches, designs and develops new hardware. They also test and maintain this equipment.

What does a Computer Hardware Designer / Engineer do?

• researches current  hardware and network systems
• designs new hardware and creates blue prints
• tests the equipment
• analyses data
• makes sure hardware and software are compatible
• watches over the manufacture of new hardware

Are you … ?

• interested in all things technology?
• a person who loves computers?
• detail orientated?
• a good listener?
• observant?
• a good communicator?

How do I become a Computer Hardware Designer / Engineer?

Most companies prefer someone with a IT qualification.

PATH 1

Certificate in Information Systems

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

PATH 2

Diploma in Information Technology

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Mangosutho University of Technology
• Tshwane University of Technology
• UNISA
• Vaal University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

PATH 3

Diploma in Computer Science

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Tshwane University of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• Vaal University of Technology

PATH 4

Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology  (BTech)

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Tshwane University of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• UNISA
• Vaal University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

PATH 5

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science  (BTech)

• Tshwane University of Technology
• Vaal University of Technology

PATH 6

Bachelor of Information Technology

• This can be done at most universities in SA

PATH 7

Bachelor of Computer Science

• This can be done at most universities in SA

TRAINING:

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OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Jobs in Engineering … or … Telecommunications Technician

Is becoming a Computer Hardware Designer / Engineer the right career choice for me?