Occupational Diploma
Electronics Technician
NQF: 6 • SAQA: 21118 • CREDITS: 240
Where Smart Tech Meets Hands-On Skill
Practical Certificate included
Practical Ready-to-Work Certificate included. No in-service training required.
No Maths and Physical Science required.
- Full-time: 2 years
- Part-time: 2 years
- Distance: 2 - 3 years
Why Choose the Diploma in Electronics Technician?
This diploma prepares graduates to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of electronic systems and equipment used in industrial, commercial, and consumer environments. Learners develop proficiency in electronic circuits, digital systems, instrumentation, fault-finding, communication systems, microcontrollers, and electronic equipment design. Emphasis is placed on hands-on laboratory work, problem-solving, safety procedures, and the ability to apply engineering principles in real-world contexts.
Course Information
Grade 12, or an equivalent NQFLevel 4 qualification. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on approval.
Upon completion, students receive a Berea Technical College Diploma, fully endorsed by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) for industry-recognised credibility
- Electronics Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R180 000 to R450 000 per year
- Electrical Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R200 000 to R500 000 per year
- Instrumentation Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R220 000 to R550 000 per year
- Maintenance Technician (Electronics) – Pay Estimate: +/- R190 000 to R480 000 per year
- Automation Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R250 000 to R600 000 per year
- Field Service Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R210 000 to R520 000 per year
Year 1 – Semester 1 (101)
- Communication
- Computer Practice
- Mathematics
- Industrial Electronics
- Electrotechnics
- Logics
Year 1 – Semester 2 (102)
- Mathematics
- Electrotechnics
- Digital Electronics
- Industrial Electronics
Year 2 – Semester 1 (201)
- Mathematics
- Electrotechnics
- Industrial Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Supervisory Management
Year 2 – Semester 2 (202)
- Digital Electronics
- Industrial Electronics
- Mathematics
- Electrotechnics
Contact a career consultant on campus or online
Customised study materials which meet the programme outcomes can be accessed from the Learner Management System, Moodle. A prescribed book list is available from the academic manager at the start of the programme, although the study guide available on Moodle will sufficiently cover the exam requirements.
Moodle is an online platform, where registered students receive their study materials and other online support material with zero data costs.
- Explore engaging online content, crafted by subject matter experts.
- Access to customised academic repository with assignments, videos, and PowerPoint lessons.
- 4-hour access.
Graduates may progress to other qualifications at NQF Level 6,
including:
- Diplomas in Electrical Engineering
- Diplomas in Telecommunications or ICT Engineering
- Diplomas in Mechatronics or Industrial Electronics
- Technical specialisation certificates within electronics or related fields (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may apply.)
Apply For The Occupational Diploma in Electronics Technician