Engineering and Technology


Microelectronics Engineering


Microelectronics engineers are involved in the design, development, fabrication and testing of new electronic circuitry. Modern electronic circuits are built on printed circuit or hybrid boards carrying the latest in chip technology.

Microelectronics engineers undertaking the logic design, often work in collaboration with software engineers. This process needs careful planning to decide which function will be achieved through the hardware.

Employment

The main areas of work are in aerospace, including aircraft, satellites, space systems, guided weapons, information technology and telecommunications, consumer electronics, such as washing machines and microwave ovens, medical electronics for use in diagnosis, monitoring and care of patients, etc.