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Electrotechnology is the terminology we apply to the industry that produces a huge range of electrical, electronics and telecommunications products and services. As the world increasingly depends upon modern technology, the
demand for highly paid people to work in this dynamic industry has never been greater. It's an exciting industry that provides great jobs, great money and the potential to travel the world.
The industry offers opportunities to educated young men and women with good problem solving skills to construct, install, test and maintain products, services and information systems. Electro technology technicians
can transfer their skills to related fields such as computer service technician, or avionics technician. There is also an increasing demand for technicians to work in technical sales and customer relations. With
experience you may advance to supervisory and management positions, or you may aspire to set up your own businesses. The opportunities are bigger than you could ever imagine.
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These are some of the electrotechnology fields you could work in:
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Aircraft avionics
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Automotive electrical & electronics
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Computer hardware & peripherals
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Consumer electronic products
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Data communications
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Electrical apprenticeship
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Electrical supply
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Environmental monitoring
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GPS navigation
- Industrial measurement & control
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Marine-air navigation
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Medical electronics
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Music & sound
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Office automation
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Radio & television
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Sales & marketing
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Scientific research
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Security installation
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Telecommunications
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Video entertainment
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Qualification Overview
This is a 42-week, full-time programme that provides a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practical skills required to meet employment outcomes as an apprentice, or 'entry level technician' in the field of electrotechnology. The
qualification was designed in consultation with representatives of the NZ electrotechnology industry to meet pre-employment training requirements. Approximately 40% of the programme is comprised of practical experiments and
assignments.
The programme includes three pre-trade qualifications recognised by all sectors of the electrotechnology industry. These are:
- The National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (level 2)
- The National Certificate in Electronic Engineering (level 3)
- Electrical Serviceperson (EAS) limited registration
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Programme Content
The Certificate in Applied Electronics Technology covers a comprehensive range of foundation subjects based on NZQF unit standards in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Electronic
Engineering and Telecommunications. The major subjects are:
The pre-entry criteria and a detailed list of the programme content, including the 45 New Zealand Qualifications Framework unit standards (177 credits) assigned to the
programme is published in the the Electec College Course Information booklet. See the link at the bottom of this page.
NZ domestic student fee: This is a ZERO fees course for NZ domestic students.
This course is Zero Fees course for New Zealand domestic students. A domestic student is defined as a citizen of New Zealand (including Cook Islands, Tokelau, or Niue students who has New Zealand citizenship), or a
citizen or permanent resident of Australia residing in NZ, or a citizen of any other nationality who holds a current NZ Residents Permit.
International student fee: NZ $16,000 (inclusive 15% NZ Goods & Service Tax)
Details of the evidence required is published on the Enrolment
Application page of this website and we will also mail you this form with the College Information Pack.
| Course Dates 2011: |
| 14 February - 02 December 2011 |
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