Broadcast Engineering is a sub division of electrical engineering that deals with television and radio broadcasting. It is an integration of electrical engineering and information technology. Aspirants who have learned the electrical engineering courses can become Broadcast Engineers. These professionals, in their day-to-day affairs carry out their work on transmitter technologies of radio and television stations. Broadcast Engineers fix up and mend equipments, which are required for broadcasting. They also oversee and maintain transmission feeds, and have power over the acoustic components of broadcasts.

Qualifying Exam

In order to become a Broadcast Engineer, aspirants have to study the engineering graduation in Electrical Engineering. Those who have studied Telecommunication Engineering, Broadcast Technology or any related field can also become the same. However, they should have completed the program from a certified institute so as to become a licensed Broadcast Engineer. After completing their course, Broadcast Engineers work with private or public broadcasting organizations. Most of them work with radio stations or television channels. Some of them work as freelance engineers for many broadcasting stations. They have much scope in space and marine agencies also. In India, Broadcast Engineers can expect emoluments of around Rs. 25000/- per month.

Who is eligible to apply?

The pre-requisite condition to apply for the graduation course is a pass in the XII course. They should have studied the course in Science streams with Mathematics. Moreover, they are required to pass an entrance test so as to pursue the engineering program. Diploma holders in the related fields can also pursue the B Tech or B.E. course by way of the Lateral Entry Scheme.

Key Points in the process

• Study the 10+2 course in Science streams with Mathematics.
• Attend the AIEEE or any other State level engineering entrance tests.
• Pursue the graduation program in Electrical Engineering / Broadcast Technology or related fields.
• Apply for jobs in private or public broadcasting agencies.

Responsibilities of a Broadcast Engineer

In addition to the technical awareness, Broadcast Engineers require some special skills to handle responsibilities. It is the prime responsibility of a Broadcast Engineer to normalize the lucidity, signal strength, and the range of resonance and colors for radio and television broadcasts.