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Electrical Engineers are responsible for designing, building and maintaining electrical systems. This can involve working with mobile phone technology, navigation systems, robotics or wiring systems. Many Electrical Engineers also use Computer-Aided Design technology to create systems and other electrical devices and test them through simulation.
An Electrical Engineer can be employed in a range of roles in different industries. They might be working hands-on with electrical circuits or overseeing projects as a Project Manager.
There are 30 courses available for people who want to become an Electrical Engineer. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
Possible job outcomes:
The Advanced Diploma of ESI – Power Systems focuses on managing the construction of electrical substations and related projects in the electricity supply industry (ESI). This course encompasses personnel management, business aspects of projects, and providing specialist advice for daily challenges. Students will develop skills and knowledge in the latest and evolving technologies in electricity supply and power systems upon completion..
Average duration: 18 months.
This graduate certificate is inspired and driven by industry, with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast-moving work environment has propelled the program design process. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation..
Average duration: 6 months.
The Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems), developed by electrical and renewable energy experts, will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to address the demands of the modern power industry. You will learn how to design the components of a power system including generation, transmission, distribution and the associated systems. The program will also cover the automation, protection and control components that contribute to the high level of reliability expected from modern power systems..
Average duration: 24 months.
This Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation) qualification is inspired and driven by industry, with a strong theoretical underpinning. Concept relevance and knowledge that is critical in this fast-moving work environment has propelled the program design process. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation..
Students emerge from the course able to demonstrate specialised and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge, with considerable depth, in subject matter related to electrical engineering. This program is designed to meet the specialised needs of industry. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the capacity of electrical engineering and related industries, particularly the renewable energy sector, to maintain their competitiveness in a global marketplace through the application of latest technologies, value adding to existing products, process and services and the development of new, sustainable and innovative solutions..
In Australia, a full time Electrical Engineer generally earns $1,920 per week ($99,840 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only.
Despite the industry experiencing a decline between 2014 and 2019, it is predicted that there will be a moderate growth in the number of Electrical Engineer roles over the coming years.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
To work as an Electrical Engineer, you will need to obtain a relevant tertiary qualification such as the Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering. Most Electrical Engineers will also go on to complete postgraduate studies.
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Here are some potential career pathways within electrical engineering. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Electrical Engineering
Assistant Project Manager
$1,150 weekly pay
Asset Engineer
$1,920 weekly pay
Automation Technician
$1,440 weekly pay
Control Technician
Field Engineer
$1,540 weekly pay
Industrial Electrician
Robotics Technician
Telecommunications Technician
$1,250 weekly pay
Automation Engineer
$2,350 weekly pay
Communications Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Supervisor
$1,875 weekly pay
Engineering Consultant
Printed Circuit Board Designer
$1,550 weekly pay
Project Engineer
$2,100 weekly pay
Research Engineer
$2,300 weekly pay
Telecommunications Engineer
Workshop Supervisor
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