Self-test: Is the "Electronics (HF)" course the right one for me?

The designation or course "Techniker HF Elektronik" or "Elektronik HF" was discontinued in 2020. The course is now offered under the name "Electrical Technician HF" / "Electrical Technician HF".

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1 Everyday working life

Analysis of the functions and activities of electrical engineers HF (formerly technicians HF electronics)

Note: Since fall 2022, the HF technician courses (formerly "Techniker HF Fachrichtung") have been given a separate framework curriculum and a new title for each specialization. For example, the course "Techniker HF Elektrotechnik" is now called "Elektrotechniker HF". In addition, the specializations "Electronics" and "Energy technology" have been abolished.

Who is the "Electronics HF" course suitable for?

Young professionals in electronics who are looking for a professional career
People who want to further their education in the field of electronics

What does the day-to-day work of electrical engineers HF (formerly technicians HF electronics) look like?

Electronics technicians HF (formerly technicians HF electronics) work in companies in the mechanical and apparatus engineering sector or in the energy, medical or building technology sector or in IT, telecommunications or measurement and control technology. They lead technical working groups for the development of analog and digital circuits, the construction of electronic devices or the construction of test equipment for production. They design and program microcomputer systems, develop and operate computer-aided test systems or maintain and service electronic devices and systems. As specialists with a broad basic education, they support technical sales, advise and train users or work in training and education.

Job descriptions in job advertisements for electrical engineers HF (formerly technicians HF electronics):

Main tasks	Frequency in %
Project management and collaboration in development projects, technical management of development and project teams	35
Programming of control systems, control systems, microprocessors, software for simulations	10
Plan, carry out and document tests	25
Advice for customers, support and training for system users and system users	15
Creating and revising documentation, data sheets, diagrams and sales documents	15

Typical requirements in job advertisements for electronics technicians (formerly HF electronics technicians):

Basic technical training in electronics/electrical planning
Further training in electronics, automation or electrical engineering (TS/HF/FH/HTL)
Several years of professional experience
Project and management experience
Experience with machine programming, SAP, CAD
Doer personality, commitment and organizational strength
Service orientation and ability to work in a team
German and good knowledge of English

Question 1:

Do the activities of HF electronics technicians (new: HF electrical technicians) meet my expectations?

Yes Partially No

2 Target group and skills

Course description "Electronics HF"

The most important key points of the "Electronics HF" course are described here:

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Question 2:

Are you generally interested in this course?

Yes Partially No

3 Prerequisites

Prerequisites for admission to the degree program:

Vocational qualification with EFZ as: Electrician, electrical fitter, automation technician, electronics technician, electrical draughtsman, computer scientist, mediamatician, polymechanic, building technology planner, physics laboratory technician
Or EFZ in another profession and corresponding professional experience in the field of electronics
Professional activity of at least 50% in a field of electronics

Question 3:

Do I meet the requirements for admission to the degree program?

Yes Partially No

4 Learning content

Financing of further training

The semester fee depends on the school and your canton of residence. Your canton of residence may pay a substantial contribution (= cantonal contribution) towards the semester fees. In this case, the costs for semester fees, course materials, examination fees, etc. can total up to CHF 16,500. Without a cantonal contribution, they can rise to CHF 30,000.

The school fees are invoiced on a semester basis and must be paid before the start of the school year.

Question 4:

Are you able to raise a total of between CHF 16,500 and CHF 30,000 yourself within approx. 3 years?

Yes Partially No

5 Costs

Expenditure on classroom teaching and training

The part-time course lasts 6-7 semesters and takes place on two evenings a week or on a weekday and Saturday morning or on Saturdays, depending on the model. There are a total of 12 to 16 lessons per week and, depending on your previous education, homework and studying for exams cost a further 6-8 hours per week.

Question 5:

Can I cope with the teaching workload and the amount of homework I have to do alongside my day-to-day work?

Yes Partially No

6 Duration and effort

Conclusion

Will I graduate?

Pre-diploma examinations are held in the 3rd and 4th semesters and diploma examinations in the 6th semester. The degree program concludes with a diploma thesis lasting several weeks.

Question 6:

Do I have the confidence to pass the diploma exams and write the diploma thesis?

Yes Partially No

Conclusion:

Before you want to complete the "Electronics HF" course, you should be convinced that you really enjoy project-oriented work in development and working with electronic components. The course description should also appeal to you. If you have answered these first two questions with a clear "yes", you can continue to look into this course. If you are unsure about these questions, you should consider which other further training courses are also an option for you.

If you do not meet the admission requirements because you have neither learned a relevant profession nor have the necessary professional experience, you should clarify once again whether this professional field is really right for you. And if you come to the conclusion that you really want to study in this field, you could take a look at the training courses for adults to become an EFZ computer scientist. This would be an opportunity to complete an apprenticeship in a relevant profession.

If you do not have an apprenticeship certificate, but have a high school diploma or an equivalent foreign qualification, find out about degree courses in electronics at a university of applied sciences or ETH.

The loss of income during full-time further training is not always easy to cope with. Spread over a good 3 years, you may have to raise several thousand francs extra. If you are unable to raise this on your own, you could try to obtain a loan from a private source. Some banks and credit institutions also offer educational loans. A good argument for financing further education is the relatively quick amortization of costs through wage increases. Do the following calculation: How much would a wage increase of 10% per year amount to? How many years would you need to recoup the costs of the course? How much more will you earn over your entire working life as a result of this pay rise? In most cases, this is a six-figure sum, which confirms that training or further education is the best personal investment there is.

The time required for training or further education should not be underestimated. Going out, vacations and spontaneous wellness weekends often fall by the wayside. However, this time usually passes relatively quickly. The prospect of better job opportunities and more pay should be motivation enough to get through this time. It often helps to organize yourself into study groups. It also makes sense to stick with it right from the start and schedule fixed study times. Good learning effects can be achieved by creating summaries and mind maps. Flashcard systems help with memorization. There are many tools and ideas to make learning easier. You can obtain the guide "The personal learning strategy" free of charge if you register with a school via Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch.

If you have doubts about whether you will pass the diploma examinations, you can be sure that every school has an interest in ensuring that as many of your students as possible pass the final examinations. Talk to your head teacher or course leader and ask about support options. But if you have the basic skills, it is generally possible to pass these exams with good motivation, perseverance and diligence. If you suffer from exam anxiety, good preparation, various practical tips, therapeutic treatments or, in severe cases, even medication can help. You can obtain the guide "Overcoming exam anxiety" if you register with a school via Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch. Here you will also findsuitable providerson the subject of test anxiety.

The benefits of further training are usually measured in terms of a higher salary, more challenging tasks or promotions. This presupposes that you make an effort to change your professional position accordingly and, if necessary, are able to assert your demands. If you have already experienced that this is not always so easy for you, you could also check whether personal job coaching could be of benefit to you in addition to further training.

Now it's up to you to decide. If in doubt, seek personal advice from a school or external advice center. If you enquire about course or training documents via www.ausbildung-weiterbildung.ch, you will receive a free educational or school consultation worth CHF 150.00 on request.

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We wish you all the best in your professional and private lives and a bright and exciting future!

The team of Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch

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Self-test: Is the "Electronics (HF)" course the right one for me?

Analysis of the functions and activities of electrical engineers HF (formerly technicians HF electronics)

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Course description "Electronics HF"

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Prerequisites for admission to the degree program:

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Financing of further training

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Expenditure on classroom teaching and training

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Conclusion

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