DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: NMMU

Introduction

Persons achieving this qualification will be competent to apply engineering principles and problem-solving techniques in the field of electrical engineering by operating within relevant standards and codes.

Take note: After completion of the diploma and a minimum of three years’ industrial experience a candidate may apply to the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for registration as a technician.

DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: MANGOSUTHU

Diploma Overview

Some of the duties of electrical and electronics technicians, technologists & engineers entail research, design, development, testing, maintenance, projects and overseeing the development of electronic systems and the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment and devices.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

The work of a Technician is the application of technological knowledge and proven techniques within the context of a specific industrial process.

The tasks of the Electrical Engineering Technician in the workplace could entail ...

• installation
• maintenance
• repair or modification
• measurement and testing
• manufacture of, for example - control equipment, electronic circuits, power line carriers, automatic telephone exchange equipment, etc.
• preparing and supervising maintenance programmes;
• writing and developing computer systems
• designing and building hardware.
• These tasks would be performed on the latest available technologies.

A career in Electrical Engineering not only provides great financial benefits, but immense job satisfaction is derived. Many women, as well as men, enter the world of Electrical Engineering by becoming Technicians.

Education for Electrical Engineering Technicians

In order to become an Electrical Engineering Technician you need to study a three year National Diploma (N Dip) course at technikon.

Technikons require their students to be exposed to “experiential training”. This is an extension to the formal component of the tuition provided and may assume various forms with the object of exposing you to the work environment (ie ethos, organisation, demands, structures, etc) and or extending to you the opportunity for experiential performance within this environment. The object of experiential training is to guide the exploration of an occupation in order to allow you first-hand experience of the demands of the working environment.

You don’t have to go to technikon immediately to become an Electrical Engineering Technician. You can commence your studies at technical college and then move on to technikon to ultimately qualify as an Electrical Engineering Technician.

After obtaining your N Dp at technikon you need to have three years practical experience as an engineering technician-in-training to be able to register as a Registered Engineering Technician. Read about the benefits of Professional Registration under the relevant section in this book.

Technikon diploma courses provide advanced education and training and combine theory and practical training. Emphasis is placed on the job-readiness of students.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

The minimum entrance requirement to study the N Dip for Electrical Engineering is usually a Senior Certificate. Two of the subjects have to be Mathematics and Physical Science and one, Language. Not all applicants wishing to enter technikon get accepted because space is limited. To give you a better chance to be successful at obtaining technikon entry is to ensure that your marks are at least a C symbol. This will also make it easier for you to obtain financial assistance for your studies. Some technikons may also have other entry requirements. ENSURE THAT YOU FIND OUT WHAT THESE ARE BEFORE YOU APPLY.

WHAT IS AN ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

An Electrical Engineer Career Path

The work of an Electrical Engineer is mainly intellectual by nature and is not routine. Engineers busy themselves with innovation and problem solving and their education is so directed that they must be able to resolve new problems which they might encounter in future. Engineers are generally the leaders of the manpower team in engineering.

Electrical Engineer Job Descriprion

Design

Development

Research for new and innovative technology to better the life of all. For example improved communication systems, more efficient electricity supply, user-friendly computer hardware and software, new consumer products, etc.

Conceptual planning of projects: For example the planning of a town’s electricity supply, controlling a hydro-electric dam, etc.

High-level management: Electrical Engineers are excellent candidates for high-level management positions in large organisations.

Education: Universities require lecturers to train prospective engineers All Electrical Engineers could also act as mentors to students and young engineers so that expertise and experience is passed on.

The Electrical Engineer as an ENTREPRENEUR

In the modern world Electrical Engineers are increasingly often becoming entrepreneurs - rather than obtaining permanent employment at an organisation. They act as CONSULTANTS to large corporations, municipalities, etc. The are so many avenues in which your OWN BUSINESS can succeed using Electrical Engineering as the basis.

With the many avenues of employment available to choose from Electrical Engineers have the opportunity of earning extremely good salaries. In big organisations very good packages are offered to Electrical Engineers which include excellent salaries, company cars, housing benefits, etc.

When owning your own business, or consulting, or combining various types of jobs, you could make enough money to afford all these luxuries yourself.

A career in Electrical Engineering not only provides great financial benefits, but immense job satisfaction is derived as well as recognition within society.

Many extremely successful business men and women in South Africa, and in the world, are Electrical Engineers.

Qualifications for Electrical Engineers

In order to become an Electrical Engineer you need to follow a Bachelor of Science degree course in Engineering (BSc(Eng)) at a university for four years.

You don’t have to go to university immediately to become an Electrical Engineer. Some of today’s most prominent figures in the Electrical Engineering society commenced their studies at technical college, then moved on to technikon and ultimately qualified as Electrical Engineers at university.

After obtaining your Bsc (Eng) degree at university you need to have three years practical experience whilst registered as an engineer-in-training to be able to register as a Professional Engineer. You can then write the letters PrEng behind your name. Read about the benefits of Professional Registration under the relevant section in this book.

University degree courses are design for advanced learning and the studies are mainly of an academic and theoretical nature. The emphasis is on the application of science and maths in problem identification and solving.

Minimum University Entrance Requirements

The minimum entrance requirement for university to study the Bsc Engineering degree for Electrical Engineering is usually a Senior Certificate with matric exemption and 4 subjects passed on Higher Grade (HG). Two of the subjects have to be Mathematics and Physical Science and one, Language.

Not all applicants wishing to enter university get accepted because space is limited. To give you a better chance to be successful at obtaining University entry is to ensure that your marks are at least a C symbol. This will also make it easier for you to obtain financial assistance for your studies.

All universities have a “points system” and the system is different at each university. There may also be other entry requirements by the university at which you want to study. ENSURE THAT YOU FIND OUT WHAT THESE ARE BEFORE YOU APPLY. Contact the university, at which you wish to study, directly.

For more details on how to become an electrical engineer, please contact the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers

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HOW TO BECOME AN ACCOUNTANT

Accountants are in demand in South Africa like anywhere else in the world because of the role they play in business. Most people are become more interested in pursuing a career as chartered accountants but do not know how to become an accountant.

To pursue a career as a CA you will need to enroll for a Bachelor of Accounting Science degree or a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting degree or an equivalent CA (SA) undergraduate qualification at a SAICA accredited university. 

Once you have completed your degree you will be required to complete a Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA) or a Higher Diploma in Accountancy (HDipAcc). This course focuses on Financial Accounting, Auditing, Taxation and Management Accounting and Finance. The course takes a minimum of ne year and must be completed at a SAICA accredited university. 

Upon completion of your CTA or HDipAcc, you are then eligible to enter into a 3-year learnership with a Registered Training Office (RTO) (to specialise in auditing) or an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) (to specialise in financial management). 

During you learnership you will complete part one of the Qualifying Examination (QE1) Complete a specialist course relevant to your selected training programme in Financial Management or Auditing. 

Complete part two of the Qualifying Examination (QE 2) (Financial management route) or Professional Practice Exam (PPE) (Auditing route) after having completed a minimum of 18-months of the training contract. 

On passing the QE1 and QE2 or PPE, and having completed your learnership, you will become eligible to register as Chartered Accountant with SAICA. Source: Wits University

Unisa Diploma In Accounting

UNISA DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING

Unisa offers a number of qualifications that are all registered by South African Qualifications Authority. Unisa Diploma In Accounting is one of these qualifications. It is a three year programme that can be completed via distance learning.

Diploma Nqf Level

This Diploma is rated Nqf level 6 with 360 credits. In order to be admitted to this programme you will have to meet the following criteria:

• You must have passed a National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• You must have passed four subjects with 20 credit each
• You need to have passed English or Afrikaans with rating 3

The Unisa Diploma In Accounting has the following modules:

Level One Modules

ENN1504 - Practising Workplace English
EUC1501 - End-User Computing I (Theory)
EUP1501 - End-User Computing (Practical)
FAC1501 - Introductory Financial Accounting
FAC1502 - Financial Accounting Principles, Concepts And Procedures
PFC101F - Public Finance And Accounting I
PMG111P - Public Management I

Level Two Modules

AUE1501 - Introduction To Auditing
AUE202M - Introduction To The Performing Of The Audit Process
CLA2601 - Commercial Law 2a
FAC1601 - Financial Accounting Reporting
FAC2601 - Financial Accounting For Companies
PFC201F - Public Finance And Accounting II


Level Three Modules

ECS1501 - Economics 1a
ECS1601 - Economics 1b
Pre: ECS101 or ECS1501
FAC2602 - Selected Accounting Standards And Simple Group Structures
FAC3701 - General Financial Reporting

Choose 1 of the following:
AUE2601 - Auditing Theory And Practice
SPM211P - Stock And Purchasing Management II

How To Become An Accountant

Unisa Diploma In Accounting

ENGINEERING BURSARIES

Engineering Bursaries by Kumba

Kumba Iron Ore, an exceptional mining company, offers study opportunity to exceptional students.  Bursaries are offered to Matriculants with a keen interest in Engineering and/or Geology and, to tertiary students who are currently studying full time in these fields of studies at Universities in South Africa.

At Kumba Iron Ore, We see what could be . So if you think you've got what it takes, Apply Online Now!

We offer bursaries in the following studies:

Degrees

• Mining Engineering Bursaries
• Metallurgical Engineering Bursaries
• Electrical Engineering Bursaries
• Mechanical Engineering Bursaries
• Industrial Engineering  Bursaries
• Civil Engineering Bursaries
• Geology Bursaries

Diploma

• Mine Surveying bursaries
• Mining Apply

Study Trust Bursaries

STUDY TRUST BURSARIES

Study Trust Bursary Information

Study Trust is a bursary organisation that has been around since 1974. It has supported thousands of young people of South Africa with bursaries to further their studies. Study Trust selects students who are under threat of poverty and are simply asking for an opportunity to change their lives.

To see Study Trust bursary and all requirement and application dates we recommend that you visit their website. The site provides directions to apply and also has closing dates for bursary application. Visit Study Trust bursary here to submit your application.

SAB SALES TRAINEE

The Trainee Sales Representative is a development position toward a Field Sales Representative / Account Manager position. In their training period they will be responsible for allocated customers and for the completion of their PAT Project. Their placement into a Field Sales Representative / Account Manager will be subject to vacancies being available.

 

Requirements

 

• Persuasiveness and well developed selling ability.
• Excellent verbal ability and communication skills.

• Sound interpersonal skills, creativity and ability to mix with other people.
• Ability to manage self and territory.
• Strong achievement orientation.
• Potential to become an Account Manager in the future.
• Minimum relevant 3 year tertiary qualification.
• Valid Code 8 drivers license – unendorsed.
• No alcohol related health problems.
• Basic knowledge of PC or potential to acquire it.

Responsibilities

 

Field Sales Representative / Account Manager position. In their training period they will be responsible for allocated customers

 

Additional Information

EQUITY BONDED

 

Employment Type

Permanent

 

Full/Part Time

Full-time

 

Location

Perseverance Depot

 

City

Port Elizabeth

 

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SOCIAL WORK BURSARIES

Since I started writing about all kinds of bursaries, I have noticed that the trend is growing for people searching for social work bursaries. I have only came across very few bursaries for social work.

Social work bursaries are offered by the Department of Health and the Department of Art and Culture. The aim of these departments is to development a pool of social workers who will join the public sector after completing their studies. 

Today I will take a closer look at the social work bursaries offered by the Department of Arts and Culture.

The department of Arts and Culture invites applications for bursaries from students who wish to pursue studies in heritage-related programmes. The bursary will finance certificate, diploma and degree courses at accredited further and higher education institutions.

Eligibility: - South African citizen - Academic potential/satisfactory academic performance (academic progress if already at an institution) - field (heritage-related) - Financial circumstance - Provisional acceptance or proof of registration at an institution at an institution of higher learning.

Fields of study: - Archeology - Conservation and preservation - Collections management - Heritage resources management - Museum Management and curatorship - Courses that contribute to the preservation and promotion of SA living Heritage.

Value of the Bursary: - Registration and tuition fees payable directly to the institution of learning - Accommodation - Books and Stationery.

Required documents: The following documents must accompany the application: - Certified copy of birth certificate or ID document - Certified copy of the salary statement or affidavit (if not working) of your parents/guardian - Certified copy of grade 12 June examination results/Grade 12 results - If already studying-latest results/academic record.

Application forms can be obtained from the offices of the department of Arts and Culture, 5th floor, 481 Kingsley centre, Corner Beatrix and church streets, Arcadia, Pretoria or online

Completed application forms, together with certified copies of necessary documents, should be sent to: The Director-general, Department of Arts and Culture, Private bag X897, Pretoria 0001

Or

Hand delivered to: The Director-General, 5th floor, 481 Kingsley centre, Corner Beatrix and church streets, Arcadia, Pretoria

Enquiries regarding the bursary applications should be directed to Mr Mahunele Thotse at 012 441 3470 or by email to mahunele.thotse@dac.gov.za

The closing date for submission of applications is Friday, 30 August 2012 at 16:30

ESKOM BURSARIES

Eskom offers a number of bursaries to students intending to further their studies in universities of South Africa

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