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Electrical technology associate degree programs usually provide a thorough review of electrical systems. The programs cover electrical motors, transformers, and maintaining and repairing equipment. The programs also cover the newest computer software utilized for troubleshooting. The electrical technology programs provide an introduction to the National Electric Code.
Classes
Useful subjects to study include:
- Currents/circuitry
- Electrical systems analysis
- Programmable logic control
- Electrical drawings/blueprints
- Codes
- Electrical machinery/equipment
- Wiring methods
Online Classes and Programs
Some schools offer an online associate degree in electrical engineering technology program. Online students should look for schools which have been provided accreditation from an agency which have been approved by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education.
Employment Requirements
Many employers prefer applicants that have an associate degree in electrical technology or a related subject. Professional certification is sometimes required for the profession. The major employment sectors are building equipment contractors, manufacturing companies, utilities and government agencies.
While evaluating schools, prospective students should consider getting answers to the following questions:
- Training - Does the program include externships? How long are the externships? Do students have to find their own externship?
- School's Reputation - What is the school's reputation with local employers?
- Job Placement - Does the school offer job placement services? How does the school's job placement rate for graduates of the electrical technology program compare to other schools? Does the school provide job fairs?
- Curriculum - Does the program allow students to specialize in their area of interest?
- Financial Aid - What types of financial aid are available? Is the school eligible to provide federal financial aid?
- Accreditation - Is the school accredited by an agency which has been approved by the the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education?
Industrial Electrical Repairers Job Description
Industrial electrical repairers install, repair and maintain complex equipment. They typically repair equipment at businesses and factories. They work on equipment such as industrial controls, antennas, transmitters and equipment used to operate and control electric power generating plants. Some industrial electrical technicians also perform preventive maintenance on a regular basis.
Some of their responsibilities are show below:
- Repair and adjust industrial equipment
- Set up and conduct tests on industrial equipment to ensure it's functioning properly
- Confer with equipment operators to detect equipment problems
- Calibrate testing instruments and install or repair equipment to prescribed specifications
- Analyze malfunctions of equipment
- Inform management regarding equipment performance
- Maintain equipment logs that include performance problems, calibrations, tests and repairs
- Inspect industrial equipment components
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