Technology Apprentice

Hybrid-based
ONET: 15-1151.00

2

Years

45

Skills

1028h

Related instructions

3500h

On-the-job training
Classroom instruction topics
  • Business Math
  • Composition
  • Associate in Applied Science: Business Management
  • Business Ethics
  • Principles of Property and Liability Insurance
  • Fundamentals of Speech Communication
  • Industrial/Organizational Psychology
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems
  • Principles of Personal Insurance
  • Introduction to Insurance Fundamentals
On-the-job training
  • Provide Technical Assistance to Users
    • Oversee the daily performance of computer systems
    • Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems
    • Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors
    • Set up equipment fro employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software
    • Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications
    • Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities
    • Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the use of errors or other problems or defects
    • Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time
  • Resolve Computer Problems for Clients
    • Refer major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service
    • Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues
    • Resolve computer software problems
    • Provide recommendations to others about computer hardware
    • Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems
  • Provide Client Assistance on Software and Hardware
    • Develop training materials and procedures, or train users in the proper use of hardware or software
    • Build and maintain training and SOP documentation
    • Prepare evaluations of software or hardware, and recommend improvements or upgrades
    • Modify and customize commercial programs for internal needs
    • Provide technical support for software maintenance or use
  • Installation and Maintenance of Operating systems, printers, word processing, electronic mail systems
    • Inspect equipment and read order sheets to prepare for delivery to users
    • Test software performance
    • Install computer hardware
    • Install computer software
    • Maintain computer hardware
    • Modify software programs to improve performance
    • Service, repair, calibrate, regulate, fine-tune, or test machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles
    • Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information
  • Develop and Instruct on Training Materials and Procedures
    • Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications
    • Read trade magazines and technical manuals, or attend conferences and seminars to maintain knowledge of hardware and software
    • Teach others to use computer equipment or hardware
    • Train others in computer interface or software use
    • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends
  • Review Technical Manuals and Provide Diagnostics
    • Conduct office automation feasibility studies, including workflow analysis, space design, or cost comparison analysis
    • Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems to to provide technical assistance and support
    • Read documents to gather technical information
    • Test computer hardware performance
    • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes
  • Oversee Daily Operations of Computer Systems
    • Collaborate with workers engaged in special project work, problem solving, monitoring, and installing data communication equipment and software
    • Monitor computer system performance to ensure proper operation
    • Document operational activities
    • Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details
    • Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies
    • Participate in staffing decisions
    • Provide guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics
    • Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work
    • Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person
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