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.
Specialisation areas:
Power
The student specialising in power systems will be prepared for a multitude of career opportunities in industry (design, installation and maintenance of power systems), consulting (electrical project management), research and development, and entrepreneurship.
Industrial
The layout of the industrial course is such that candidates will have a broad-based knowledge in electrical engineering, power systems engineering and computer engineering. The combination of these skills empowers the diplomate to be successful in the industrial/manufacturing environment.
Electronic Communication
A person who specialises in the field of electronic communications will be equipped with the necessary skills to compete in the ever-advancing and dynamic field of communications and engineering, and work in an industry that encompasses the exciting world of telemetry, measurement and control. Qualified technicians can also work in areas that specialise in transmission and receiving of data in the form of electrical signals and communications.
Computers
This programme will enable students to recognise and utilise hardware and electronic devices, to circuit designs in this field, programme applications in familiar theoretical computer languages, as well as to develop applications in other computer languages. Students will also be enabled to perform general tasks in the field of hardware, software and network applications. This programme does not only cover electrical engineering content, but also industry standard qualifications and computer-related course material, which includes networking skills (using the CISCO Networking Academy programme).
Admission requirements
(Please note that these are the specific programme admission requirements - the university has its own minimum admission requirements.)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS
Admission Points Score of 34.
Minimum NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met.
English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa (home language or first additional language) on at least level 3 (40-49%).
NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics.
NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) for Physical Sciences.
Applicants with an Admission Points Score between 26 and 33 may be referred to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or not to admit the applicant to the course.
A 60% pass in N3 Engineering Mathematics and Engineering Science plus Grade 12 Languages.
Testing includes Extended Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008
Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification with pass marks in Physical Science, Mathematics and English (minimum HG=E or SG=D)
Or
A 60% pass on N3 Engineering Maths and Engineering Science plus Grade 12 Languages.
Learners must score at least 27 points on the university’s SPS rating scale.
Applicants who do not meet the requirements for direct admission, and who have an SPS of 18 or higher, may be referred to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or not to admit the applicant to the course.