The advancement in automotive engineering and electronics technology over
the last decade has provided us with 'high spec' and very reliable vehicles. As a result the job
requirements for an Auto-electrician have changed dramatically. While many industry trainers persist with
the established pre-trade auto-electrical qualifications, the future requirement is for highly skilled
Auto-electronics Technicians with a thorough understanding of the relevant Electrical and Electronics
Engineering subjects.
Auto-electronics involves working with electronic sensors, actuators and
circuits used to control automotive functions in fuel and emission control, speed control, navigational
systems, sound systems and passenger safety.
As an example of the new emphasis on auto-electronics, the latest model BMW
has 14 times more computing power behind the dashboard than Saturn V had when it carried the first men to
the moon in 1969. And that dashboard was designed and manufactured by an Auckland electronics
company.
Auto-Electronics Technicians are employed by a range of companies. These
include manufacturers of electronic components, large automotive franchise dealers, specialist tuning and
service companies and auto-transmission reconditioners.
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