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Electronics and Communications Technician (NSW/ACT)

State/Territory Specific Information

Education and Training:

To become an electronics and communications technician you usually have to complete an apprenticeship in Electronics and Communications. Entry requirements may vary, but employers usually require Year 10, although many prefer Year 12. Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.

Additional Information:

Depending on the specific work carried out, some electronics and communications technicians may be required to hold an electrical or electricians licence.

Once you are employed, you may be able to develop, and have recognised, additional skills under the Electrotechnology Training Package that will expand your career opportunities within this industry.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

  1. Disconnect and Reconnect Fixed Wired Electrical Equipment Connected to a Low Volt Supply (UEE Unit)
  2. Electrical Concepts (Training Program)
  3. Electrotechnology Basics (Training Program)
  4. Medical Equipment Servicing and Technical Support
  5. Restricted Electrical Work - Disconnect/Reconnect *
  6. Safety Checking Electrical Appliances *
  7. Certificate II in Air-conditioning Split Systems *
  8. Certificate II in Appliance Servicing - Refrigerants
  9. Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair *
  10. Certificate II in Electronics *
  11. Certificate II in Electrotechnology - Career Start *
  12. Certificate II in Remote Area Essential Service
  13. Certificate II in Renewable Energy *
  14. Certificate II in Security Assembly and Setup *
  15. Certificate II in Sustainable Energy - Career Start *
  16. Certificate II in Technical Support *
  17. Certificate II in Winding and Assembly
  18. Certificate III in Appliance Servicing *
  19. Certificate III in Computer Systems Equipment *
  20. Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair *
  21. Certificate III in Electronics and Communications *
  22. Certificate III in Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Trade
  23. Certificate III in Engineering - Production Systems *
  24. Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control *
  25. Certificate III in Renewable Energy ELV
  26. Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear *
  27. Certificate IV in Computer Systems *
  28. Certificate IV in Electrical - Renewable Energy *
  29. Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications *
  30. Certificate IV in Renewable Energy *
  31. Certificate IV in Video and Audio Systems
  32. Diploma of ESI - Power Systems
  33. Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering
  34. Advanced Diploma of Renewable Energy - Technology

Employment Opportunities:

Electronics and communications technicians are employed in the manufacturing, mining, construction, housing/domestic, communication services, medical, wholesale and retail industries. Some work as contractors on their own behalf or are employed by other contractors.

Promotion to supervisory, engineering and management positions is possible with experience and further training.

Job opportunities depend on the level of activity in the economy, especially in the building, mining, mineral processing, petrochemical and manufacturing industries, and on consumer spending, particularly in the electronics sector.

For Further Information:

EE-Oz Training Standards

NSW Utilities and Electrotechnology Industry Training Advisory Body

National Electrical and Communications Association

(02) 9439 8523

The Certified Electronics Technicians' Association

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