•    Gains experience performing repair work on a wide variety of electronic equipment; inspects defective electronic equipment to determine malfunction; reads and interprets schematic diagrams, logic charts, drawings and sketches and manufacturers' manuals; uses computer diagnostics to isolate area of malfunction; interfaces digital equipment with the computer and programs equipment and diagnostics functions; uses oscilloscopes, logic probes, digital volt-ohm meters, frequency counters, potentiometers, signal generators, video TV generators, spectrum analyzers, pneumatic calibrators and other test equipment to locate defective or malfunctioning parts; repairs or replaces defective parts; tests repaired units for proper operation; calibrates and repairs testing equipment.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
o    the principles and theories of electronics
o    the repair and operation of digital electronic equipment for the instrumentation specialty
o    computer interface and diagnostics as they pertain to digital electronic equipment
o    microprocessors, multiplexers, modems, and microwave telemetry
o    computer hardware configuration, software function and configuration as they are related to digital electronic and instrumentation equipment functions for the instrumentation specialty
o    the methods involved in troubleshooting, repairing, calibrating and maintaining digital and analog electronic equipment for the instrumentation specialty
o    mathematics (particularly algebra) and electricity, as it refers to the functions and operations of electronic equipment
o    methods, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of electronic equipment
o    the Federal Communications Commission's rules and regulations governing the operation and maintenance of electronic equipment

Step 1: Research Career Duties and Education
Electronics Technicians provide regular maintenance on electronic equipment. They repair and install numerous electronic systems, including everything from stereos and alarm systems to missile control systems. Electronics Technicians work with computer programs and automated test equipment in order to make sure electronic equipment functions properly and safely. Electronics Technicians run software programs to diagnose electricity problems and install new automated controls on old manufacturing equipment. Electronics Technicians also perform calibration checks on electronic equipment and conduct engineering tests. This requires knowledge of how to read schematics, sketches and manufacturers' specifications and strong communication skills, hand-eye coordination and problem-solving abilities. Electronics Technicians must have at least a high school diploma, but certification is preferred.