About Electronic Equipment Servicing

We are surrounded by electrical technology, from fire alarms in our homes to electric cars. Even the most advanced technology requires maintenance or installation from time to time. This is where the duty of an electronic equipment service technician comes into play. Only skilled and certified electrical technicians are permitted to install this equipment. As a result, they are always in demand particularly among electronic service companies, retail establishments, wholesale distributors or within service departments of electronic manufacturing companies.

　　

Is studying Electronic Equipment Servicing right for me?

If you have a knack for problem-solving and like tinkering with electronic gadgets, then Electronic Equipment Servicing might be a good choice for you. You should have good analytical, diagnostic and interpersonal skills to figure out and communicate exactly what is wrong with the equipment and what is needed to make it work efficiently. Electronic equipment servicing technicians must be able to read blueprints and diagrams to better understand and provide services. If this sounds exciting to you, then Electronic Equipment Servicing may be a good choice for you.

　　

Study options and costs

　　The first step to becoming an electronics technician is completing an Electronic Equipment Servicing diploma or associate programme through a technical school or community college. A diploma is typically a year long whereas earning an associate degree usually takes 2 years to complete in the US. An associate degree in Electronic Equipment Servicing degree usually costs around $6,625-$22,203 to complete in the US. After earning an associate degree and completing the Electronic Equipment Servicing programme, you are ready to begin working as an electronic equipment servicing technician. As you gain experience within the field, you may want to consider certifications to help you advance your career. Voluntary, professional certifications such as the electrical power testing certification, the Control Systems Technician and certifications can help you prove your experience and knowledge and stand out as a stronger candidate.

　　

Future outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment of electrical and electronics installers and repairers is projected to grow 2 percent this decade. 9,600 openings for electrical and electronics installers and repairers are projected every year, over the decade. Large number of job openings coupled with the handsome pay packages make this field of study an attractice choice for many wanting to start earning early.

　　

Career Pathways for Electronic Equipment Servicing graduates

　　

Technician

　　As a technician, you can opt to specialise in debugging or reworking things before they are made, but you are more likely to be maintaining and repairing products after they have left the factory. You can find yourself doing both in a smaller company.

　　

Production Plant Worker

　　If you work in a production plant, you'll assist in the inspection, testing, adjustment, and assessment of electronic and electromechanical components. You may even end up in the design team, creating prototypes according to specifications. You might also collaborate with physicists and electrical engineers.

　　

Service Technician

　　If you work as a service technician, you install, operate and maintain equipment and systems for customers. You also adjust electrical and electronic equipment and devices in accordance with written instructions and technical manuals.