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Diploma Engineering Full Time

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering Uee50520

at TAFE NSW · Australia

Duration

2 years

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

About this program

TAFE NSW’s Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering UEE50520 covers operating principles of electronic equipment, microcontroller-based systems, and electronic and digital equipment for voice and data communication. Students also estimate material and labour costs for electrotechnology projects and study the theoretical aspects of electricity.

The course uses a mix of theory and practical coursework. Students practise skills in industry-standard workshops with electrotechnology software applications and fixed, portable and hand-held tools. The qualification requires competency in all core competency standard units and a combination of elective competency standard units to reach a total weighting of 1600 points.

Graduates may prepare for roles including Technical Officer (electronic and communications engineering) and Telecommunications Technical Officer. The course also builds professional qualities such as attention to detail, time management, self-management, communication, and teamwork.

Modules

  • Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUEECD0007
  • Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology workUEECD0016
  • Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and proceduresUEECD0024
  • Participate in development and follow a personal competency development planUEECD0027
  • Commission electronics and communications systemsUEEEC0007
  • ModifyUEEEC0044
  • Implement and monitor energy sector environmental and sustainable policies and proceduresUEERE0015
  • Select electronic components for assemblyUEEAS0004
  • Compile and produce an energy sector detailed reportUEECD0010
  • Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programsUEECD0013
  • Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projectsUEECD0014
  • Establish, maintain, and evaluate energy sector WHS/OHS systemsUEECD0018

Career outcomes

  • Technical Officer (electronic and communications engineering)
  • Telecommunications Technical Officer

How this course compares

  • It lists 14 Engineering courses in total, 11 of them at diploma level.
  • 4 universities in Australia teach diploma Engineering; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most diploma Engineering courses in Australia take 2 years; this one does too.
  • TAFE NSW has 12 scholarships listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in Australia offer diploma Engineering?

Western Sydney University (QS #400), James Cook University of North Queensland (QS #440), Engineering Institute of Technology are among the 4 that do.

How long is the Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering Uee50520 at TAFE NSW?

It takes 2 years, studied Full Time.

Are there scholarships at TAFE NSW?

Yes — 12 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

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