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Daily Tasks
| Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems. | | Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments. | | Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment. | | Collaborate with electrical engineers and other personnel to identify, define, and solve developmental problems. | | Conduct inspections for quality control and assurance programs, reporting findings and recommendations. | | Draw or modify diagrams and write engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of experimental electronics units. | | Evaluate engineering proposals, shop drawings and design comments for sound electrical engineering practice and conformance with established safety and design criteria, and recommend approval or disapproval. | | Install and maintain electrical control systems and solid state equipment. | | Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations. | | Perform supervisory duties such as recommending work assignments, approving leaves and completing performance evaluations. | | Plan method and sequence of operations for developing and testing experimental electronic and electrical equipment. | | Plan, schedule and monitor work of support personnel to assist supervisor. | | Prepare contracts and initiate, review and coordinate modifications to contract specifications and plans throughout the construction process. | | Prepare project cost and work-time estimates. | | Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after construction. | | Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material. | | Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results. | | Visit construction sites to observe conditions impacting design and to identify solutions to technical design problems involving electrical systems equipment that arise during construction. | | Write commissioning procedures for electrical installations. |
Daily Work Activities
| Use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques. | | Use scientific research methodology. | | Use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities. | | Use technical regulations for engineering problems. | | Calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification. | | Communicate technical information. | | Draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale. | | Estimate cost for engineering projects. | | Evaluate engineering data. | | Install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit. | | Understand detailed electronic design specifications. | | Understand engineering data or reports. | | Understand technical information for electronic repair work. | | Modify electrical or electronic equipment or products. | | Use precision measuring tools or equipment. | | Operate precision test equipment. | | Read blueprints. | | Read manufacturing outlines for electronic products. | | Read schematics. | | Read technical drawings. | | Understand service or repair manuals. | | Understand technical operating, service or repair manuals. | | Repair computer controlled manufacturing systems. | | Install, maintain, or repair electronics manufacturing equipment. | | Resolve engineering or science problems. | | Solder electrical or electronic connections or components. | | Test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes. | | Troubleshoot electronics manufacturing equipment. | | Follow manufacturing methods or techniques. | | Use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment. | | Calculate engineering specifications. | | Install electronic equipment, components, or systems. | | Manage contracts. | | Use robotics systems technology. | | Follow statistical process control procedures. | | Use knowledge of metric system. | | Prepare technical reports or related documentation. | | Repair electronic components, equipment, or systems. | | Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand. | | Analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications. | | Inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance. | | Analyze test data. | | Develop plans for programs or projects. | | Analyze engineering test data. | | Confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel. |
Other Work Activities
| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates | Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. | | Documenting/Recording Information | Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. | | Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards | Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. | | Handling and Moving Objects | Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. | | Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events | Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. | | Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material | Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. | | Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People | Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. | | Making Decisions and Solving Problems | Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. | | Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings | Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. | | Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work | Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. | | Processing Information | Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. | | Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment | Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. | | Thinking Creatively | Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. | | Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge | Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Schools Offering Degrees for
Electrical Engineering Technicians |
 | Universal Technical Institute - National | Online | | | Polytechnic Institute of New York University | Online | | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Lincoln, RI 02865 | | New England Institute of Technology | Campus | Warwick, RI 02886 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | New Britain, CT 06051 | | Baran Institute of Technology | Campus | East Windsor, CT 06088 | | Ridley Lowell Business and Technical Institute | Campus | New London, CT 06320 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Shelton, CT 06484 | | Today's Tec | Campus | Wallingford, CT 06492 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Hamden, CT 06514 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Union, NJ 07083 | | Eastwick Colleges - HoHoKus School | Campus | Nutley, NJ 07110 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Mahwah, NJ 07430 | | Pennco Tech | Campus | Blackwood, NJ 08012 | | DeVry University | Campus | North Brunswick, NJ 08902 | | Technical Career Institutes | Campus | New York, NY 10001 | | Technology Career Services | Campus | New York, NY 10004 | | NetCom Information Technology | Campus | New York, NY 10118 | | DeVry Institute of Technology | Campus | Long Island City, NY 11101 | | Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology | Campus | Flushing, NY 11369 | | Island Drafting and Technical Institute | Campus | Amityville, NY 11701 | | Sanford-Brown Institute | Campus | Melville, NY 11747 | | Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics | Campus | West Mifflin, PA 15122 | | Pennsylvania Commercial College | Campus | Washington, PA 15301 | | New Castle School of Trades | Campus | Pulaski, PA 16143 | | YTI Career Institute | Campus | Lancaster, PA 17402 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Allentown, PA 18104 | | CHI Institute | Campus | Southampton, PA 18966 | | Pennco Tech | Campus | Bristol, PA 19007 | | CHI Institute | Campus | Broomall, PA 19008 | | DeVry University | Campus | Fort Washington, PA 19034 | | Thompson Institute | Campus | Philadelphia, PA 19104 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Philadelphia, PA 19104 | | Metropolitan Career Center Computer Technology Institute | Campus | Philadelphia, PA 19110 | | Pace Institute | Campus | Reading, PA 19601 | | Nextec | Campus | Herndon, VA 20170 | | TESST College of Technology | Campus | Beltsville, MD 20705 | | Lincoln Technical Institute | Campus | Columbia, MD 21046 | | North American Trade Schools | Campus | Baltimore, MD 21244 | | University of Maryland | Campus | Baltimore, MD 21250 | | TESST College of Technology - Towson | Campus | Towson, MD 21286 | | DeVry University | Campus | Arlington, VA 22202 | | TESST College of Technology | Campus | Alexandria, VA 22312 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Harrisonburg, VA 22802 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Charlottesville, VA 22901 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Virginia Beach, VA 23462 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Newport News, VA 23606 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Martinsville, VA 24114 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Salem, VA 24153 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Lynchburg, VA 24502 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Danville, VA 24540 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Bluefield, VA 24605 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Greensboro, NC 27409 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Raleigh, NC 27613 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Charlotte, NC 28208 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Concord, NC 28262 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Columbia, SC 29210 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | N. Charleston, SC 29420 | | ECPI College of Technology | Campus | Greenville, SC 29615 | | DeVry University | Campus | Alpharetta, GA 30004 | | DeVry University | Campus | Decatur, GA 30030 | | DeVry University | Campus | Duluth, GA 30096 | | DeVry University | Campus | Stockbridge, GA 30281 | | DeVry University | Campus | Atlanta, GA 30339 | | Angley College | Campus | Deland, FL 31720 | | FastTrain | Campus | Jacksonville, FL 32256 | | IT Micronet | Campus | Orlando, FL 32809 | | DeVry University | Campus | Orlando, FL 32839 | | IT Micronet | Campus | Melbourne, FL 32935 | | Florida Career College | Campus | Hialeah, FL 33012 | | Florida Career College | Campus | Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 | | DeVry University | Campus | Miramar, FL 33027 | | FastTrain | Campus | Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 | | ATI Career Training Center | Campus | Miami, FL 33122 | | FastTrain | Campus | Miami, FL 33134 | | Florida Career College | Campus | Miami, FL 33174 | | FastTrain | Campus | Kendall, FL 33176 | | ATI Career Training Center | Campus | Oakland Park, FL 33309 | | ATI Career Training Center | Campus | Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 | | FastTrain | Campus | Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 | | Florida Career College | Campus | Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319 | | DeVry University | Campus | Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334 | | Florida Career College | Campus | West Palm Beach, FL 33417 | | DeVry University | Campus | Tampa, FL 33607 | | FastTrain | Campus | Tampa, FL 33607 | | National Aviation Academy A & P School | Campus | Clearwater, FL 33760 | | FastTrain | Campus | Clearwater, FL 33761 | | Florida Career Institute | Campus | Mulberry, FL 33860 | | Chattanooga College - Medical, Dental and Technical | Campus | Chattanooga, TN 37411 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Knoxville, TN 37919 | | Vatterott College | Campus | Memphis, TN 38134 | | Spencerian College | Campus | Louisville, KY 40216 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Louisville, KY 40216 | | National College of Business and Technology | Campus | Danville, KY 40422 | |
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