Common electronic systems include applications like mobile phones, sound and vision systems, computer and information technology, automation and machine control, robotics and biomedical engineering. Increasingly, embedded software is a vital element in modern electronics. Electronic engineering is concerned with the design, development, manufacture and application of electronic devices, circuits and systems. The Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronics is a two year course, which prepares students for employment and/or further education in the area of electronic engineering.

Graduates of the Higher Certificate in Engineering in Electronic Engineering find work in the following areas: Assembly, testing and troubleshooting of electronic equipment Operation and servicing of electronic equipment Technical sales and technical support Hardware and software applications