Electronics Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 47.0105

The mission of the Electronics Technology Program is to provide diversified training for employment in the electronics field. Students are taught to repair electronic equipment and devices using troubleshooting techniques and schematics. They become skilled at using test equipment such as multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes and basic hand tools. Emphasis is placed on automation and robotics.

Duration

16 Months

Credits

46 credits

Format

In-Person

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

Program Pathway to Industrial ManagementFrom The University of Tennessee

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Electronics Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis

DiplomaNon-degreeCIP: 47.0105

Duration

16 Months

Credits

46 credits

Format

In-Person

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingRepairingTroubleshootingOperations MonitoringQuality Control AnalysisComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningReading ComprehensionSpeakingEquipment MaintenanceJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringActive LearningInstallationWritingCoordination

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsMathematicsMechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceBuilding and ConstructionEnglish LanguageProduction and ProcessingDesignTelecommunicationsEngineering and TechnologyPublic Safety and SecurityEducation and TrainingAdministration and Management

Abilities

Near VisionOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityArm-Hand SteadinessInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingManual DexterityFinger DexterityOral ExpressionVisual Color DiscriminationVisualizationWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionControl PrecisionCategory FlexibilityFlexibility of ClosurePerceptual SpeedExtent FlexibilityTrunk StrengthFar Vision

Tasks

Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowl
Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain its use, responding to any inquiries or complaints.
Test circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of ma
Test repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and confor
Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performa
Manipulate valves, switches, and buttons, or key commands into control panels to start semiconductor
Maintain processing, production, and inspection information and reports.
Inspect materials, components, or products for surface defects and measure circuitry, using electron
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment,
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the main
Study blueprints, design specifications, or manufacturers' recommendations to ascertain the configur
Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, rep
Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, or
Use drones for inspecting roofs, gutters, and other hard-to-reach areas of buildings.
Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, or related equipment, following bluepr
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, or video cameras, and attach ele
Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such as the causes and consequences of false

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareData base user interface and query softwareIndustrial control softwareFacilities management softwareDocument management softwareOperating system softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareWord processing softwareElectronic mail softwareWeb platform development softwareNetwork security and virtual private network VPN equipment softwareDevelopment environment softwarePresentation softwareProject management softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareAccounting softwareVideo creation and editing softwarePlatform interconnectivity software

Tools

Adjustable wrenchesAir blowersAir compressorsAmmetersBead blastersBlock and tackle equipmentBulb extractorsCable locating metersCable winchesCement cuttersChart recordersClamp sticksCold chiselsComealongsComputer diagnostic devicesAdjustable hand wrenchesAnalog probesBattery-powered punchdown toolsBridge tap detectorsCable cuttersCable fault findersCable splicer knivesDiagonal-cutting pliersDigital multimetersDouble-ended screwstartersDouble-sided magnetic tape measuresElectricians' scissorsFiberoptic cable testersHandheld dataloggersHex key sets

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