Electrical Engineers deal with the study and application of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism. With a major in Electrical Engineering at WelTec you will study the area of mechatronics. The degree consists of compulsory and elective courses which develop your skills in communication, management, mathematics, engineering science, electrical/ electronic principles and basic engineering practices. You will also have the opportunity to select your electives during Year 1. During Year 2 of the degree you will continue to build on your specific selected major and develop further in your specialist strand. The third year of the degree incorporates a significant industry-based development project, giving you real-world experience within the electrical engineering profession.

Career choices can include areas such as electric power transmission and electrical machines and the study of electronic systems including computers, communications systems, integrated circuits, automation robotics and control systems. Career options Engineer Surveyor Draughtsperson Environmental Engineer Civil Engineer Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engineer