• Can learn and understand electronics
• Can do precision work with tools, instruments or equipment
• Can read specifications
• Can visualize objects from drawings
• Interested in scientific processes
• Can use numbers to make calculations
• Can work independently
• Good hand and finger coordination
• Good judge of quality

Salary Range:

Related Occupations:

• Electronics Engineers
• Audio Technicians
• Electronic Engineering Technicians
• Instrument Repair
• Manufacturing
• Self Employment

Electronic technicians help electronic engineers develop, manufacture and service electronic equipment and systems. They calibrate, test, repair and troubleshoot electronic components and circuit boards used in computers, office machines, musical equipment, solar energy devices and measuring and control devices for industry and medicine. They may also work with radio, television or communications equipment.

Experience:
Most employers require completion of a two-year or associate degree program at a community college.

Skills - Knowledge of:

• Communicates well
• Observes carefully
• Electronic theory & circuitry
• Math, electricity, electronics & physics
• Test procedures & metering devices
• Technical blueprints & schematic diagram

Employment Outlook:
As electronic components and computers become an integral part of manufacturing, demand for electronics and electrical technicians will be growing at high tech companies in San Diego and at other high tech centers in California.

Where the Jobs Are:

• Aerospace
• Hospitals
• Electronics firms
• Telecommunications
• Self-employment

Training Available:
San Diego City College:
Professor Fred Julian
Office: A107 D
Telephone: 619-388-3720

Professor Fred Julian | Phone: 619-388-3720 | Office A107 D