How do I become a telecommunications engineer
Get qualified to work as a telecommunications engineer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Telecommunications Engineer generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people working in this profession has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 11,200 people working as a Telecommunications Engineer in Australia compared to 8,300 five years ago. Telecommunications Engineers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
An Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Telecommunications Engineer. You’ll develop the skills to design a range of electrotechnology and computer systems projects. An Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering may also be appropriate.
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Further reading
How to get started in Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
26th September 2019
What can you do with a Certificate IV in Information Technology?
17th February 2021All telecommunications engineer courses
- Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) (Honours)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) (Honours)
- ICT41219 Certificate IV in Telecommunications Engineering Technology
- ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
- ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cloud Engineering and Telecommunications Network Engineering)
- ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)
- ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)
- ICT60615 Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Network Engineering
- Master of Engineering (Telecommunications Engineering)
- Master of Engineering Science (Electrical Engineering)
- Professional Certificate of Competency in 5G Technology and Services
- Professional Certificate of Competency in Industrial Internet of Things (IoT)
- Professional Certificate of Competency of EMI-EMC, Shielding, Earthing and Noise Reduction Techniques
Telecommunications Engineer careers
A Telecommunications Engineer creates electronic communication systems and equipment in a range of settings. You might design telecommunication systems to meet your organisation’s needs or develop a system for external clients. Telecommunications Engineers may also build or install telecommunications equipment or perform repairs to existing systems.
Telecommunications Engineers should be able to follow instructions and work well as part of a team. You’ll need to be a good problem solver and have strong analytical skills. Telecommunications Engineers need excellent attention to detail and must be able to manage their time well.
