Controls Technician
Competency-based
ONET: 17-3024.00
4
Years
31
Skills
1201h
Related instructions
Classroom instruction topics
- Blueprint Reading
- Intro to Computers
- Circuit Analysis I
- Writing and Inquiry
- Precalculus Algebra OR Algebra/Trigonometry I
- CAD I
- Motors and Controls OR Advanced Motor and Controls
- Industrial Electronics
- Writing/Research in the Disciplines OR Professional Research and Reporting OR Literature-Based Research OR Public Speaking
- Mechanisms
- Intro to Automation
- Industrial Safety
- Engineering Materials
- Physics - Mechanics OR College Physics I
- Instrumentation
- Intro to PLC
- Hydraulics/Pneumatics
- Intro to Engineering Technology
- Precalculus Trigonometry OR Algebra/Trigonometry II
- Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
- Social Behavioral Science Elective
- Program Electives
- Design Project
- World of Work OR Career Ready/Explore/Employ
- Harassment training
On-the-job training
- Safety in the Workplace
- Safety Orientation: Personal Safety / Company Safety Rules and Regulations / Safety Overview
- Operation of powertools and equipment.
- Operate and Maintain electronic equipment
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments
- Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.
- Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.
- Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations.
- Participate in the development or testing of electrical aspects of new green technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, and energy efficient televisions.
- Build and debug electrical control cabinets and field wiring associated with automated mechanisms from defined schematics.
- Perform debugging and modification of new and existing equipment to facilitate development activities.
- Documentation/Communication
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Sign overhaul documents for equipment replaced or repaired.
- Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.
- Enter information into computer to copy program or to draw, modify, or store schematics, applying knowledge of software package used.
- Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
- Assembly
- Design or modify engineering schematics for electrical transmission and distribution systems or for electrical installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
- Construct and evaluate electrical components for consumer electronics applications such as fuel cells for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
- Integrate software or hardware components, using computer, microprocessor, or control architecture.
- Troubleshoot/Repair
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
- Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
- Harassment training
- Discourage harassment
- Allow victims to report abuse
- Prevent retaliation by abusers
- Ensure swift resolution of complaints
- Promote a harassment-free work culture
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