Electronic Engineering Technician Career in South Africa
Explore the official OFO occupation, common tasks, specialisations and approved South African qualification pathways.
Occupation overview
Conducts tests of electronic systems, collects and analyses data, and assembles circuitry in support of electronics engineers and engineering technologists.
What does a Electronic Engineering Technician do?
An Electronic Engineering Technician works with electronic systems and circuitry, carrying out tests, collecting and analysing technical data, and assembling circuits that support engineers and engineering technologists. The role helps turn test results into useful technical information for the design, development and maintenance of electronic systems. Related areas can include instrumentation, telemetry, medical equipment, digital controls and television and radio systems.
Specialisations
How to become a Electronic Engineering Technician in South Africa
- Build a foundation in Mathematics, Physical Sciences and relevant technology or computer subjects at school.
- Explore training options related to electronic engineering technology and compare their content with the type of electronic work you want to do.
- Consider the Occupational Certificate: Electronic Pre-press Gravure Technician or the Occupational Certificate: Electronic Pre-press Screen Technician as relevant listed training pathways.
- Develop practical ability in testing electronic systems, assembling circuitry, recording results and analysing data.
- Seek opportunities to apply these skills in an electronics-related workplace and learn from engineers and engineering technologists while taking on increasing responsibility where available responsibility is available in the workplace is relevant to the role.
Edupstairs Preparation Guidance
The listed occupational certificates are at NQF Level 4 and are identified as direct pathways for this occupation, but their specialised pre-press focus may suit particular work settings. Confirm the current qualification status, provider availability, curriculum and assessment requirements with SAQA or an accredited provider. Because this is a technical support role, combine formal learning with careful practical work, accurate data handling and experience working with electronic systems. The occupation is also identified as green, although the specific environmental focus can differ by workplace.
Useful school subjects
- Mathematics
- Physical Sciences
- Electrical Technology
- Engineering Graphics and Design
- Computer Applications Technology
- Information Technology
Skills that may help
- Testing electronic systems
- Assembling circuitry
- Collecting technical data
- Analysing data
- Working accurately with electronic components and systems
- Supporting engineers and engineering technologists
- Recording and interpreting test results