Computer Systems and Electronics Technicians, Tradespeople and Para-Professionals

TAFE SA students gain excellent practical skills at a technician level, in the design and implementation of hardware and software for electronics and computer systems technology. Graduates can find employment as technical officers, servicing technicians and electronics/computer systems assemblers. In the computer systems engineering field, graduates may find faults, install and administer complex computer networks and networking equipment and micro-processor based technology. In the electronics engineering field, graduates may install, commission, maintain or design electronics systems and equipment like robotic assemblies, satellite and radar communications or audio visual equipment. If you are considering a career where you work with leading edge technology in an exciting and fast-paced industry then electronics and computer systems engineering is the right choice. Electronics is the enabling technology that provides the medium for communications and entertainment; guards health and safety; and facilitates the creativity and productivity of the community. TAFE SA offers certificate, diploma; advanced diploma qualifications which could lead to employment in any of the electronics, defence, mining, biomedical and entertainment industries.

Courses which are accredited meet the national standards as set down by the National Training Framework (NTF), the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and National quality assurance requirements such as the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). The courses are recognised throughout Australia and once you have finished your studies, by completing the relevant core and elective subjects, your efforts are recognised by achieving a qualification and receiving a formal parchment. Assessment is often conducted in real or simulated work places which measure your ability to perform competently in job focused outcomes.