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
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?