The fast-growing field of electrical and electronic technology demands more technologists who not only understand the technician’s field of work but also have a good grasp on business. This unique programme can help prepare you for a range of technology-related roles.

Keep pace with the rapid advances in technology, as well as the technical, business and interpersonal skills required in the field of electrical and electronic technology. This programme will help you to discover what it takes to develop and service electrical and electronics equipment. You’ll also learn how to extend your technical, business and interpersonal skills to be able to critically evaluate, problem solve, and work cross-functionally to prepare for supervisory and/or management roles.

Upon graduating from this programme, you’ll have a good understanding of the industry, and would have gained transferable skills and confidence in management and problem solving. You’ll also be able to use conceptual thinking and innovative technology practice to provide effective industry solutions. There are highly desirable skills and knowledge sought after in the industry, which means that your learnings from this programme could lead to career progression, creative invention or thought leadership, as well as entrepreneurial enterprise.

Highlights

• Great industry links: thanks to our strong ties with industry sponsors, you get to hone your skills using the latest electronics software, work-bench-simulated circuits, mechatronics and electronic workbenches and microprocessor hardware. There’s even opportunity for them to sponsor your final-year project.
• You'll undertake a major industry project in your final year, giving you a chance to make valuable contacts.
• The mix of theory and practical work will provide you with the knowledge to confidently apply your skills in a wide range of situations and/or turn your inventive ideas into reality.

Qualification pathway

Once you’ve successfully completed this programme pathway, you'll receive the qualification: Bachelor of Applied Technology.

CAREER OPTIONS

• Technical manager
• Project leader
• Design draftsperson
• Sales consultant
• Roles that require both electrical and business knowledge
• Digital systems technologist
• Computing and IT technologist
• Electrical technologist
• Electronics technologist
• Mechatronics technologist