Today, we live in the “Age of Information/Technology” where electronics plays a major role. It has provided us with improvements in communications, enabled us to explore the universe, helped physicians provide us with better health care, and processed huge amounts of information through computers. The list goes on and is quite lengthy. Becoming a competent technician in the field of electronics demands a thorough grasp of fundamental terms, symbols, concepts and principles. It is vital that the basic principles be mastered for they are the foundation upon building and understanding of all that follows in the profession.

Most jobs in electronics are indoors in controlled environments, but jobs exist for the "outdoorsy" type as well. Your knowledge and developed talents are your only limitations. Almost every business and industry will need a qualified electronic trained individual to operate and repair their equipment.

What you will need
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a team
Communication skills
Problem solving/
troubleshooting skills
Ability to work under pressure
Analytical skills and patience

What you will learn
Fundamentals of electricity
Direct current circuits
Alternating current circuits
Semiconductor circuits
Digital circuits
Microprocessors
Employability skills

details

Career possibilities
Computer Support Specialist
Electrical & Electronic
   Equipment Assembler
Electrical & Electronic
   Inspector & Tester
Electronic Engineering
   Technician
Home Entertainment Equipment
   Installer & Repairer
Medical Equipment Repairer

Career possibilities with additional education
Broadcast Engineer
Data System Technician
Electrical Engineer
Electronics Engineer

Earning potential
Computer Service Technician
     $20,000-40,500/year
Electronics Technician
     $18,700-31,200/year
Office Machine/ Cash Register
      Servicer
     $15,900-40,500/year
Radio/TV Repairer and Servicer
     $7-14/hour