Description

Electrical and electronics technicians perform a variety of miscellaneous technical support functions to assist with the design, development, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical and electronic systems.

Tasks

• Plans and prepares work and test schedules based on specifications and drawings sets up equipment, undertakes tests, takes readings, performs calculations and records and interprets data plans installation methods, checks completed installation for safety and controls or undertakes the initial running of the new electrical or electronic equipment or system diagnoses and detects faults and implements procedures to maintain efficient operation of systems and equipment visits and advises clients on the use and servicing of electrical and electronic systems and equipment interprets and reviews technical drawings

Educational Requirements

Entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades, a BTEC/ SQA award or a relevant certificate/diploma. Vocational qualifications in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering and other relevant fields at Levels 2 to 4 and apprenticeships are available.