Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering provides students with a foundation in electronics. It emphasises digital technology, gate array technologies and the application of microprocessor-controlled circuitry, communications and analogue electronics. Students learn how to provide technical leadership in the workplace and to design, commission, test, evaluate and diagnose faults in advanced electronic systems and associated apparatus.
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Duration
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time (day)
VTAC course code
- 3400277434 (fee type determined by provider)
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
This qualification provides competencies to design and validate/evaluate electronics and communication equipment and systems, manage risk, estimate and manage projects and provide technical advice/sales.
Course structure
The course is delivered as a combination of face-to-face, workshops, tutorials and online learning. Students are required to complete 11 core units and 33 elective units.
Units of study
Core units
Develop design brief for electrotechnology projects (UEENEEE015B)
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan (UEENEEE038B)
Contribute to risk management in electrotechnology systems (UEENEEE078B)
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan (UEENEEE038B)
Contribute to risk management in electrotechnology systems (UEENEEE078B)
Apply Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEENEEE101A)
Implement and monitor energy sector OHS policies and procedures (UEENEEE117A)
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEENEEE137A)
Manage computer systems/electronics projects (UEENEEH141A)
Commission electronics and communications systems (UEENEEH167A)
Modify/redesign of electronics and communications systems (UEENEEH168A)
Design and develop electronics/computer systems projects (UEENEEH188A)
Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector (UEENEEK132A)
Implement and monitor energy sector OHS policies and procedures (UEENEEE117A)
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work (UEENEEE137A)
Manage computer systems/electronics projects (UEENEEH141A)
Commission electronics and communications systems (UEENEEH167A)
Modify/redesign of electronics and communications systems (UEENEEH168A)
Design and develop electronics/computer systems projects (UEENEEH188A)
Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector (UEENEEK132A)
Elective units
Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers (UEENEEI151A)
Develop, enter and verify programs in supervisory control and data acquisition systems (UEENEEI152A)
Select electronic components for assembly (UEENEEA102A)
Select electronic components for assembly (UEENEEA102A)
Use engineering applications software on personal computers (UEENEED104A)
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEENEEE102A)
Solve problems in d.c. circuits (UEENEEE104A)
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (UEENEEE105A)
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes (UEENEEE107A)
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services (UEENEEF102A)
Repair basic computer equipment faults by replacement of modules/sub-assemblies (UEENEEH102A)
Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies (UEENEEH111A)
Troubleshoot digital subsystems (UEENEEH112A)
Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus (UEENEEH113A)
Fault find and repair complex power supplies (UEENEEH138A)
Troubleshoot basic amplifiers (UEENEEH139A)
Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems (UEENEEH146A)
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (UEENEEE102A)
Solve problems in d.c. circuits (UEENEEE104A)
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (UEENEEE105A)
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes (UEENEEE107A)
Install and maintain cabling for multiple access to telecommunication services (UEENEEF102A)
Repair basic computer equipment faults by replacement of modules/sub-assemblies (UEENEEH102A)
Troubleshoot single phase input d.c. power supplies (UEENEEH111A)
Troubleshoot digital subsystems (UEENEEH112A)
Troubleshoot amplifiers in an electronic apparatus (UEENEEH113A)
Fault find and repair complex power supplies (UEENEEH138A)
Troubleshoot basic amplifiers (UEENEEH139A)
Solve fundamental electronic communications system problems (UEENEEH146A)
Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices (UEENEEI116A)
Troubleshoot resonance circuits in an electronic apparatus (UEENEEH114A)
Develop engineering solutions to analogue electronic problems (UEENEEH145A)
Design and develop advanced digital systems (UEENEEH148A)
Design electronic printed circuit boards (UEENEEH181A)
Develop engineering solutions to RF amplifiers problems (UEENEEH182A)
Design and develop advanced digital systems (UEENEEH148A)
Design electronic printed circuit boards (UEENEEH181A)
Develop engineering solutions to RF amplifiers problems (UEENEEH182A)
Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems (UEENEEE126A)
Design embedded controller systems (UEENEED152A)
Modify digital signal processing (DSP) based sub-systems (UEENEEH184A)
Design signal-conditioning subsystems (UEENEEH185A)
Provide gate array solutions for complex electronics systems (UEENEEH189A)
Design and use advanced programming tools PC networks and HMI interfacing (UEENEEI154A)
Plan large electronic projects (UEENEEH160A)
Solve electrotechnical engineering problems (UEENEEE129A)
Modify digital signal processing (DSP) based sub-systems (UEENEEH184A)
Design signal-conditioning subsystems (UEENEEH185A)
Provide gate array solutions for complex electronics systems (UEENEEH189A)
Design and use advanced programming tools PC networks and HMI interfacing (UEENEEI154A)
Plan large electronic projects (UEENEEH160A)
Solve electrotechnical engineering problems (UEENEEE129A)
Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers (UEENEEI150A)
Set up and configure the wireless capablilities of communications and data storage devices (UEENEEF107A)
Develop structured programs to control external devices (UEENEEI155A)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
Students successfully completing the Advanced Diploma may gain employment in a technician position in procurement, data cabling, equipment installation and servicing, sales, manufacturing, quality control, system diagnostics, or prototype construction, in industries such as mining, telecommunications, transport, entertainment or medical electronics.
In addition, graduates of the Advanced Diploma program may work in a paraprofessional position in the debugging or design fields, as a servicing and maintenance engineer in electronic industries, as a technical officer/manager in public services and defence, as a technical consultant, or as a hardware and software field service engineer.
In addition, graduates of the Advanced Diploma program may work in a paraprofessional position in the debugging or design fields, as a servicing and maintenance engineer in electronic industries, as a technical officer/manager in public services and defence, as a technical consultant, or as a hardware and software field service engineer.
Aims and objectives
This course is suitable for people seeking to develop a career or undertake further studies in the computer and electronic industries. It focusses on creating a product and developing the skills of the students in the following areas:
- analysis, diagnosis, fault finding and repair of electronic equipment and systems
- primary planning, analysis and design, focused on complex electronic systems related to the hardware, control software and their inter-relationships
- identifying customer and client needs
- supervision and facilitation of the routine performance of these functions
- commissioning of advanced electronic systems and equipment.
Graduate skills
On completion of the course, the student will be expected to have the skills and knowledge to work as a technician, paraprofessional, technical officer, or manager in the areas of electronics/communication, automation, computer, and networking industries.
Professional recognition
On successful completion of the course, graduates will additionally meet the requirements necessary to apply for a Construction Industry card (additional costs apply).
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Find out more about fees.
Entry requirements
Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.
Additional requirements
The following additional criteria for entry apply for this course:
Additional requirements
The following additional criteria for entry apply for this course:
- Literacy and Numeracy: applicants will need to demonstrate literacy and numeracy competencies.
Applicants require a minimum of Year 12 completion or equivalent.
Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.
How to apply
This course is closed for new enrolments.
Find out more
Submit an online enquiry
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059