Telecommunications Engineer

 

 

OFO No: 215301

 

 

 

 

Other names for Telecommunications Engineer:

  • Broadcast Engineer
  • DSP Designer
  • Engineer Communications
  • Fibre Optics Engineer
  • Radar Engineer
  • Radio and Telecommunications Engineer
  • Radio Engineer
  • RF Designers (Tx and Rx)
  • Satellite Transmission Engineer
  • Signal Processing Engineer
  • Signal Systems Engineer
  • Signalling and Communications Engineer

 

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Youtube clip – Story of a Telecom Engineer

For training options in South Africa – scroll down

 

What is a Telecommunications Engineer?

A Telecommunications Engineer researches, designs and develops new telecommunications systems and products.

What does a Telecommunications Engineer do?

  • researches telecommunication products and systems (wired, fibre optical and wireless)
  • designs new products, networks and systems
  • supplies and advises on telecommunication devices and systems
  • organises maintenance
  • adheres to quality and safety standards

Are you . . . ?

  • interested in engineering?
  • intelligent?
  • observant?
  • a problem solver?
  • a team player?
  • good at mathematics?
  • analytical?

How do I become a Telecommunications Engineer?

PATH 1

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

or

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or Electronic)

  • University of Cape Town
  • University of Johannesburg
  • University of KZN
  • University of Pretoria
  • University of Stellenbosch
  • University of Witwatersrand

PATH 2

Bachelor of Electronic Engineering

  • Workplace experience (register as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA)
  • Professional review by ECSA
  • Designation: Only engineers registered with ECSA may use the title Professional Engineer.

TRAINING:

  • CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
  • Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
  • To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

 

  • ENGINEERING COUNCIL of SA (ECSA)

https://www.ecsa.co.za/default.aspx

 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Civil Engineer or Civil Engineering Technician

Is becoming a Telecommunications Engineer the right career choice for me?