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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as an Electrical Engineering Technician, a qualification at MQF Level 4 or higher in Electrical Systems, Electronics and/or Engineering is typically required. Moreover, certain sectors may require specific qualifications relevant to their field. Training programmes include:
• Advanced Diploma in Electrical Systems (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Advanced Diploma in Industrial Electronics (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
A valid driving licence may be required for this role.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Electrical Engineering Technicians are expected to have:
• Knowledge of electrical, electronics and engineering principles
• Knowledge of Mathematics and Physics
• The ability to draw sketches, interpret design drawings and understand engineering
instructions
• The ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
• Knowledge of health and safety and procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in Maltese and/
or English
• IT skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Analytical, problem solving and decision
making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to adhere to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• The ability to work under pressure and in
emergency situations
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A practical orientation
• Accuracy
• Alertness
• Arm-hand steadiness
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Reliability
Related career opportunities
• Design Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Electrician
• Electronics and Telecommunications
Engineering Technician
• Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning
Technician (HVAC Technician)
• Lift Mechanic
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