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Like electronic equipment? Computers? Mechanically inclined? Have you always had a knack for "fixing things"? As we begin to rely more and more on automation and computerization, electronic technicians are increasingly in demand. Check out Electronics.
The Program
Prepare for A-Plus certification, Network + and MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician). Learn principals and theories of electricity, electronic circuits, digital electronics, microprocessor/computer technology, and industrial electronics. Explore networking and hard wiring. Build, troubleshoot and repair computers. Build things from scratch. Apply what you've learned to practical, on-the-job situations as you prepare for CET Certification (Associate Level Certified Electronic Technician).
You'll be able to:
- Install, test, troubleshoot and maintain equipment using information in instruction manuals and diagrams
- Lay out, construct, test and modify experimental circuits that use solid-state devices and integrated circuits
- Perform as a technical advisor
- Use a Digital Multimeter (DMM) and an Oscilloscope
- Read and use schematics
- Breadboard, solder, fabricate a piece of electronic gear, and troubleshoot
Learn By Doing
State-of-the-art labs are available to start you off. Use the same testing and measuring devices that techs work with on the job. Specialize in telecommunications, broadcast electronics, and/or microcomputer electronics.
Really work at your practicum experience. All electronics students complete a practicum, and almost 100% receive a job offer from their practicum site! This experience pays off.
Jobs for Grads
Out of the Gate - Right after graduating grads find jobs as:
- PC/Network Support Technicians
- Bench Technicians
- Field Service Technicians
- Maintenance Technicians
- Engineering Technicians
Job Market Outlook
- Expected to increase as fast as the average for all occupation through 2014.
- Opportunities will be best for individuals with an associate degree or extensive job training in engineering technology.
What Can I Expect to Earn
Among other factors, salaries may vary by geographic region, cost of living, and employee’s previous experience. The following salary information is based on national averages.
Earnings of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians in May 2004:
| $46,310 |
$36,290-$55,750 |
$29,000 |
$67,900 |
Job Outlook & Earnings from Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, Engineering Technicians, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos112.htm
Down the Road - With expanded experience and perhaps education, grads move on to Technical Supervisor or Manager positions, Senior Technicians, or Engineering jobs.
More Information
For additional information concerning the Computer Electronics Program please contact Ken Wiseman at (740) 753-7183 or
wiseman_k@hocking.edu
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