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Hardware Components and Troubleshooting

IBM SkillsBuild

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This credential earner has the advanced skills to apply troubleshooting techniques to hardware components for desktop computers, mobile devices, and networks. The individual has the technical knowledge and practical skills to review symptoms, diagnose the issue, establish a theory of probable cause, follow a troubleshooting methodology, and troubleshoot to resolve the hardware issue. The earner has practiced essential workplace skills.

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Online

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  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Computer Hardware
  • Computer Network Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Desktop Computing
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium17-2061.00Computer Hardware Engineerstitle_inference$155,020 median$223,820 top+7.29%560
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

  • Hardware specifications and technical documentation — read and interpret under supervisor guidance to support component selection on an entry-level design team.
  • Computer hardware components and support peripherals — identify and describe functions within a structured lab or classroom environment using provided schematics.
  • CAD and development environment software — operate basic features under direction to produce simple hardware layout drafts for review.
  • Hardware and software interface requirements — recognize and summarize key compatibility considerations when reviewing existing system specifications with senior engineers.
  • Test instruments and analytical software — apply under supervision to record baseline performance data from prototype hardware in a controlled lab setting.
  • Technical vocabulary and engineering standards — use accurately in written reports and team communications within a cross-functional hardware development group.
  • Prototype assembly procedures — follow prescribed steps to build working models under the direction of experienced hardware engineers.
  • Version control and file versioning software — apply basic check-in and check-out procedures to maintain hardware design files within a team repository.
  • Continuing education resources and industry publications — review regularly to recognize emerging trends in computer technology relevant to assigned projects.
  • Technician support tasks — assist and relay instructions from senior engineers to technical staff during routine hardware testing activities.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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