Electrotechnology and telecommunications is a multibillion dollar industry in Australia that impacts on almost every aspect of daily life.
The technologies cover traditional light and power, audio/video and data systems, computer and network hardware, security systems, wireless and cabled communications systems, electronic aspects of medical equipment and sustainable/renewable energies. People in this industry install, service, repair and maintain electrical and electronic equipment for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes.
The digital age is creating an unprecedented demand for electricians specialising in telecommunications, instrumentation, security and electronic control systems and information technology.
Studying electrotechnology at the Northern Sydney Institute gives you access to a wide range of industry courses that provide all the practical and theoretical knowledge you'll need to really excel.
A look at the facts...
- The electrical services industry is the largest of the building and construction contracting trades and has maintained solid growth. It is expected to reach a record of $13.05 billion revenue in 2016-17.
- Demand for businesses providing general electrical services continues to rise, with revenue expected to grow.
(Source: IBIS world Electrical Services Market Research Report)
A career in electrotechnology
Possible job roles include:
- electrician (licenced)
- instrumentation and control technician
- electronics and communications technician
- electrical fitter
- machine repair tradesperson
- switchgear and control gear tradesperson
- electronics tradesperson
- electronics and communications technician
- telecommuncations installation cabler
- computer assembler
- air conditioning system installer
- security system installer
Study and career pathways
There is more than one pathway to a successful career, and it may not always be in a straight line.
This electrotechnology career pathway chart will give you some idea of how the different qualifications fit together and what they mean in the industry.
