National Diploma Engineering Studies
(Electrical Engineering- Electronic Technician N4 – N6)
Electronics engineers design and develop electronic equipment, including broadcast and communications systems, such as portable music players and Global Positioning System (GPS) devices. Many also work in areas closely related to computer hardware.
Key Features
- Fully-accredited, successful registered qualifications
- Flexible learning environment
- Online student community
- Quality education
- Cost-effective
- Set your own pace
- Remote accessibility to online resources
Is Electronics Engineering a good career?
Electronic and electrical engineers are highly employable and can find work in many areas, including the electronics, automotive, IT, gaming, telecoms, manufacturing, power, transport, utilities and construction industries.
Are electronics Technician in demand?
From automobile to aerospace, construction to mining, there are different sub-sectors under engineering that offer a variety of job opportunities. However, with so many available options, the demand for electronics engineers is increasing rapidly
What are the job opportunities for an electronic Technician?
He or she finds numerous opportunities in telecommunications, manufacturing, aerospace or robotics engineering. An Electronics Engineer stays involved in designing, developing and testing components and devices systems such as capacitors, diodes, resistors and transistors.
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 (Standard 10) or its equivalent
- National Certificate (N3) or its equivalent
- International students with a Senior School Certificate can apply
Method of Study
- Online
- Full Time
- Part-Time
- Correspondence
What is Interesting about N4-N6 Electronic Engineering Course?
Electronics Technicians or electricians or electrical technicians play an important role in our society. According to National Scarce Skills List, electrical engineers are listed as one of the top 10 skills shortage in South Africa. Electronic Technicians are in critical need in industries such as power or energy generation (Eskom), telecommunication, engineering, computing, construction, energy, manufacturing, transport and utilities companies and the armed forces.
Award
A student will qualify for a National N Diploma in Engineering Studies on completion of a minimum of 12 subjects, ranging from N4 – N6, together with a minimum of 24 months in-service training.
Exmination & Certifications
DAM Technical College has two examination centres where student write the final examinations of the Nated N courses these are
- Pretoria Campus Examination Centre no. 899998801
- Braamfontein (Johannesburg) Campus Examination Centre no 8999990879
Certification Body
The N Certificate is issued by the National Department of Education and is recognized by Commerce and Industry.
Programme structure
First Trimester N4 Modules (Choose 4 Modules)
- Mathematics
- Industrial Electronics
- Communication Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Computer Principals
Second Trimester N5 Modules (Choose 4 Modules)
- Mathematics
- Industrial Electronics
- Communication Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Computer Principals
Third Trimester N6 Modules (Choose 4 Modules)
- Mathematics
- Industrial Electronics
- Communication Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Computer Principals
