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Diploma of Electrical Engineering
This diploma suits electricians who want to work above the tools: planning, specifying and solving problems in electrical systems rather than only installing them.
- How long it takes
- 1 to 2 years
- full time at TAFE NSW
- How you can study
- On campus
- Main job
- Electrical Engineering Technician
- $91,500 (estimate) median pay, In demand
- Taught by
- 2 providers
- NSW, SA
Is this course right for you?
What the Diploma of Electrical Engineering asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in solving technical problems
- good communication skills for writing reports and specifications
- a commitment to workplace safety and environmental responsibility
- an attitude of continuous learning and skill development
Before you start
The entry requirement for this qualification is: UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or a current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Where this course can take you
Jobs this qualification is a recognised route into, and the study that can follow it.
Jobs you can do with it
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electrical engineering technicians help design, test and maintain the electrical systems behind power supply, control equipment and building services.
What else you need
TAFE NSW requires the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or a current unrestricted electrician licence to enrol. The diploma does not itself confer a licence, so check the entry requirements with the provider.
Median pay$91,500 (estimate)
In demand
If you study further
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list. Pay marked as an estimate is our own analysis, not a published figure.
Where you can study this course
There are 2 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Course page for TAFE NSW (opens in a new tab)
TAFE NSW
2 campuses, NSW
4.0from 2,410 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- How long
- 1 to 2 years
What students like
- Teachers are supportive and ready to help
- Staff are helpful and friendly
- Course content is practical and industry relevant
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Some find front desk staff less helpful
- Website for TAFE SA (opens in a new tab)
TAFE SA
26 campuses, SA
4.4from 1,339 Google reviews
What students like
- Lecturers are nice and helpful
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Course information can be unclear
What you’ll learn
The main topics covered in the Diploma of Electrical Engineering.
- Writing project specifications
- Commissioning electrical systems
- Diagnosing equipment faults
- Energy sector reporting
- Work health and safety systems
- Environmental and sustainability strategies
See all 5 core units
Core units
Everyone completes these. Select a unit to see what it covers.
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Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Who is this qualification for?
It is for electricians who want to move beyond installing and into planning, specifying and solving problems in electrical systems. The course covers writing specifications, compiling technical reports, and commissioning and fault-finding advanced equipment. It leads to roles such as Electrical Engineering Technician or Electrician.
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
Yes. You need either the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820) or a current Unrestricted Electricians Licence (or equivalent) from an Australian state or territory. Providers may set their own extra conditions, so check with the one you choose.