About Electronics

Electronics engineering is a sub-discipline of electrical engineering that deals with the use of electronic devices such as integrated circuits and transistors as well as the usage of the electromagnetic spectrum. Electronics engineers design, develop, and manufacture electronics like cell phones, portable music players, and computers. Telecommunications, robotics, computing hardware, and power and electrical equipment are all areas where electronic engineering contributes richly towards innovations and development. Some of the key subjects you will come across while studying electronics are applied physics, mathematics, electronic devices, and circuits.

　　

Is studying Electronics right for me?

You will need a good background in mathematics and physical science to pursue an electronics engineering degree. Don't be put off by this: many courses will begin with some foundation modules to ensure that you have the necessary background knowledge. If you enjoy being at the forefront of technology, developing products and systems we use on a daily basis, and innovating to satisfy society's communicational, technological, and energy demands, then this field of study is a definite yes for you!

　　

Study options and costs

　　A high school level education is required to enter into a bachelor's degree in electronics engineering. Classroom, laboratory, and field studies are all part of the curriculum. Digital systems design, differential equations, and electrical circuit theory are among the topics covered.

　　Some universities offer a 5-year programme that leads to both a bachelor's and a master's degree. An engineer with a graduate degree can teach at some colleges or engage in research and development.

　　The cost of an online bachelor's degree in electronic engineering normally ranges from $265 to $510 per credit. WA master's degree in electronic engineering programme fees in the US range from 29,900 to 77,500 USD each year.

　　

Future outlook

The engineering services sector, as well as the electric power generation, transmission, and distribution sectors, employ high numbers of electronic engineers. Telecommunication and life science, are other industries where electronic engineers are in high demand. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the growth in emplyoment opportunities for electronic engineers this decade is projected at 7%, which means 22,700 new job openings this decade.

　　

Career Pathways for Electronics graduates

　　

Electronics Engineer

　　Electronics engineers design, develop, and manufacture daily electronics like cell phones, portable music players, and computers. Telecommunications, robotics, computing hardware, and electrical equipment are all areas where electronic engineering can produce new innovations and developments.

　　

CAD Technician

　　A CAD technician, also known as a draughtsperson, creates technical drawings and plans for products and parts used in the engineering, construction, and manufacturing industries, also known as draughting. They are adept at using CAD, an industry-standard technology used to automate design and technical documentation.

　　

Communication Technician

　　Technicians in the field of communications maintain, construct, and repair electronic communications equipment such as cable televisions, satellites, wireless devices, phones, radios, and broadband equipment. They may work for telephone, cable, equipment repair, and research firms. Some communication technicians work in factories and manufacturing settings on new equipment, while others may install or repair new or existing products in the field.