Electrical Engineering Associate (QLD)

Education and Training:

To become an electrical engineering associate you usually have to complete a diploma or advanced diploma majoring in electrical engineering or technology. Entry to the courses below usually requires your QCE with English, SAS English communication, mathematics A and/or mathematics B, and science. As subjects and availability can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for full details.

You may be able to study through distance education.

Diploma Courses:

Central Queensland University - Distance Education:

Associate Degree in Engineering, 4 years part time or equivalent

TAFE Queensland - Trade and Technician Skills Institute:

Diploma of Electrical Engineering
Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering
Advanced Diploma of Electrical/Electronic Technology

University of Southern Queensland - Toowoomba Campus and Distance Education:

Associate Degree in Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering), 2 years full time or equivalent

Additional Information:

After successful completion of a recognised course and a period of approved work experience, you may be eligible for associate membership of Engineers Australia.

Related Courses:

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

Employment Opportunities:

Federal, state and territory government departments, private manufacturing organisations and suppliers of electrical and power electronic equipment employ electrical engineering associates, as do the mining and processing, and paper and chemical industries, and vehicle manufacturers.

Electrical engineering associates work on-site or in offices, in technical laboratories or workshops, power stations and control centres.

The demand for electrical engineering associates is dependent on activity levels in the electricity, construction and manufacturing sectors. It is a small occupation with reasonable employment opportunities.