OFO No: 215201

Other names for Electronics Engineer:

• Communications Engineer (Army)
• Computer Engineer
• Electronics Designer
• Information Engineer
• Instrumentation Engineer
• Television Engineer

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What is an Electronics Engineer?

In the field of electricity, Engineering can be divided into two main groups:

• Electronics Engineering:  
  

Usually deals with the study of small-scale electronic systems including computers and integrated circuits.  They are concerned with using electricity to transfer information using radio waves, the design of electronic circuits and computer systems and the development of control systems.

• Electrical Engineering:  
  

Works with problems associated with large-scale electrical systems such as power transmission and motor control circuits.  In simpler terms, they are also usually concerned with the transfer and conversion of electrical power to transmit energy.

Sometimes these two areas can merge and some Electronics Engineers cover both.  

An Electronics Engineer designs electronics. These products could be simple or be as large as an international GPS (global positioning system).

What does an Electronics Engineer do?

• meets with clients
• does research
• designs and draws up plans for electronic systems
• makes a prototype (a test sample)
• does extensive testing on prototype
• modifies prototype
• project manages
• controls quality

Are you . . . ?

• interested in electricity and/or electronics?
• highly intelligent?
• interested in research?
• analytical and logical?
• good at communication, both written and spoken?
• computer literate?
• organised and methodical?
• electrically creative?
• a problem solver?
• patience?
• a person with good hand-eye co-ordination?

How do I become an Electronics Engineer?

PATH 1

Bachelor of Electronics Engineer

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

PATH 2

Bachelor of Electronics Engineer

• 3 years workplace experience (registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA)
• Professional review with 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: Millwright or Electrical Engineer

Is becoming an Electronics Engineer the right choice for me?

OFO No: 311301

Other names for Electrical Engineering Technician:

• Electrical Engineering Laboratory Technician
• Electrical Engineering Technical Officer
• Electrical Instrument Technician
• Hydraulic Power Controller
• Turbine Room Controller

What is an Electrical Engineering Technician?

An Electrical Engineering Technician tests electrical systems and prepares charts and reports. They often assist Electrical Engineers or Engineering Technologists.

This is a GREEN occupation.

What does an Electrical Engineering Technician do?

• provides technical assistance in research
• assists with development of electrical systems
• tests prototypes
• designs and prepares plans of electrical installations
• prepares quotes
• complies with regulations
• installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems
• calibrates and modifies existing electrical systems

Are you . . . ?

• interested in working in the electrical industry?
• a problem solver?
• reliable and responsible?
• detail orientated?
• observant?
• good with your hands?
• interested in design of electrical systems?
• a team player?

How do I become an Electrical Engineering Technician?

PATH 1

Complete a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Mangosuthu University of Technology
• Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
• Tshwane University of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• Vaal University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

PATH 2

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

• 2 years of workplace experience (after registering as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA)
• Professional Review (after review, you can register as a Professional Engineering Technician)
• Designation: Engineering Technician
• NOTE: Only engineers registered with ECSA may use the designation 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: Electrician or Civil Engineering Technician

Is becoming an Electrical Engineering Technician the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 311401 

Other names for Electronics Engineering Technician: 

• Clinical Engineering Technician
• Computer-numeric Control (CNC) Technical Officer
• Digital Controls Technical Officer
• Electronic Engineering Associate
• Flight Surveyor
• Medical Equipment Maintainer
• Telemetry Technician
• Television and Radio Systems Technician

What is an Electronics Engineering Technician?

An Electronics Engineering Technician designs, makes up and tests electronic systems and equipment. They usually assist qualified Electronic Engineers.

What does an Electronics Engineering Technician do?

• does research
• analyses data
• makes calculations
• assists with drawing up plans
• assists in building prototypes (samples)
• tests prototypes
• uses a variety of specialised tools and equipment
• works accurately and efficiently
• keeps detailed records
• writes reports

Are you . . . ?

• interested in electronics?
• an accurate worker?
• good at maths?
• a team player?
• good with your hands?
• reliable and responsible?
• detail orientated?
• a tidy and organised worker?

How do I become an Electronics Engineering Technician?

PATH 1 

National Diploma in Electronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering (light current)

• Can be done at most universities of technology
• University of South Africa (UNISA)

PATH 2 

National Diploma in Electronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering (light current)

• 2 years workplace experience (registered as a Candidate Engineering Technician with ECSA)
• Professional review through ECSA
• Designation: Only engineering technicians registered with ECSA may use the title Professional Engineering Technician

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: Electrician or Civil Engineering Technician 

Is becoming an Electronics Engineering Technician the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 215101

Other names for Electrical Engineer:

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Youtube clip – All about Electrical Engineering

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What is an Electrical Engineer?

An Electrical Engineer usually deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism.

This field can be divided into two main groups:

• Electrical Engineering:  

Works with problems associated with large-scale electrical systems such as power transmission and motor control circuits.  In simpler terms, they are also usually concerned with the transfer and conversion of electrical power to transmit energy.

• Electronics Engineering:  

Deals solely with the study of small-scale electronic systems including computers and integrated circuits.  They are usually concerned with using electricity to transfer information using radio waves, the design of electronic circuits and computer systems and the development of control systems.

Sometimes these two areas can merge and some Electronical Engineers cover both.

What does an Electrical Engineer do?

• studies technical manuals
• designs, implements, maintains, and improves electronics and electrical components and circuits
• tests, and assembles devices
• studies articles and other publications and keeps up to date with technology
• works on strategic planning and tracking projects
• writes reports
• attends meetings

Are you . . . ?

• interested in electricity and/or electronics?
• highly intelligent?
• interested in research?
• analytical and logical?
• good at communication, both written and spoken?
• computer literate?
• organised and methodical?
• electrically creative?
• a problem solver?
• patience?
• a person with good hand-eye co-ordination?

How do I become an Electrical Engineer?

PATH 1

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• University of Cape Town
• University of Johannesburg
• University of Kwazulu Natal
• University of Pretoria
• University of South Africa (UNISA)
• University of Stellenbosch
• University of Witwatersrand

PATH 2

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

• 3 years workplace experience (registered 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: Electrician, Electromechanician/Millwright or Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Mechanic

Is becoming an Electrical Engineer the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 215102

Other names for Electrical Engineering Technologist:

• Control Engineering Technologist
• Illumination Engineering Technologist
• Power Engineering Technologist

What is an Electrical Engineering Technologist?

An Electrical Engineering Technologist works on new and existing engineering technology and applies them to electrical engineering projects.

This is a GREEN occupation!

What does an Electrical Engineering Technologist do?

• assists with the design of power stations which generatie / transmit or distribute electrical power
• monitors electrical systems
• monitors electrical installations in industrial buildings
• maintains strict safety standards
• determines maintenance schedules
• repairs existing electrical systems and equipment

Are you . . . ?

• interested in electricity and electrical systems?
• responsible and reliable?
• safety conscious?
• a problem solver?
• a team player?
• good with your hands?
• detail orientated?

How do I become an Electrical Engineering Technologist?

PATH 1

Complete:

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Mangosuthu University of Technology
• Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
• Tshwane University of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• Vaal University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

PATH 2

Complete:

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering

• 2 years of workplace experience (after registering as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA)
• Professional Review (after review, you can register as a Professional Engineering Technologist)
• Designation: Engineering Technologist
• NOTE: Only engineers registered with ECSA may use the designation 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 an Electrical Engineering Technologist the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 215202

Other names for Electronics Engineering Technologist:

• Clinical Engineering Technologist
• Computer Engineering Technologist
• Information Technologist
• Instrumentation Technologist

What is an Electronics Engineering Technologist?

An Electronics Engineering Technologist researches, analyses, modifies new and existing electronic systems.

They could work or specialise in:

• Radar
• Telemetry
• Remote control systems
• Microwaves
• Aerospace / transport
• Other electronic equipment etc

What does an Electronics Engineering Technologist do?

• does research
• analyses data
• makes calculations
• advises on design and manufacture of electronic devices
• specifies materials to be used
• establishes quality control standards
• organises maintenance programmes
• tests equipment and electronic circuits

Are you . . . ?

• interested in electronics?
• observant?
• detail orientated?
• good with your hands?
• organised?
• a team player?
• reliable and responsible?

How do I become an Electronics Engineering Technologist?

PATH 1 

National Diploma in Electronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering (light current)

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering (light current)

• Can be done at most universities of technology
• University of South Africa (UNISA)

PATH 2 

National Diploma in Electronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering (light current)

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering (light current)

• 3 years workplace experience (registered as a Candidate Engineering Technologist with ECSA)
• Professional review through ECSA
• Designation: Only engineering technicians registered with ECSA may use the title Professional Engineering Technician

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: Electrical Engineer or Refrigeration/Airconditioning Mechanic

Is becoming an Electronics Engineering Technologist the right career choice for me?