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National code: UEE60220
Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
OverviewAbout this course
Refine your expertise and gain a deeper understanding of electronics and communications engineering. Take your career to the next level and be ready for management roles in this field or even make a career change with this exciting and technical course.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects
Commission, modify and redesign electronics and communications systems
Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector
Manage risk and develop strategies and procedures
Apply safe work practices
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Opportunities to design and build electronics system projects
Experience using computer applications and digital and analog electronic components
Techniques to undertake energy audits in the workplace
Experience in solving problems in electrical and electronic circuits
Knowledge of troubleshooting circuits and electronic devices
Strong pathways to continue your study and advance your career
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Strong communication skills
An aptitude for technical work
The ability to use hand tools
The ability to read technical documents, write reports and create documents using computer software
Skills to solve mathematical problems, including algebra and trigonometry
The ability to distinguish colours
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: paraprofessional electronics engineer.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 2160 weighting points , including 280 core and 1880 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Commission electronics and communications systemsUEEEC0007
Design and develop electronics/computer systems projectsUEEEC0011
Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projectsUEECD0014
Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology workUEECD0016
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