Become an Electrical Technician
GES773: Online Electrical Technician 培训
Electrical work has some of the best opportunities for career stability, especially for electrical technicians. If you want to start a career as an electrical technician, this 100% online course will teach you the fundamentals of working with and repairing electrical equipment.
登记 and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. 随时开始.
课程目标
• Master the basics of electrical theory and systems
• Learn PLC equipment and communication
• Understand advances in robot maintenance and installation
• Learn the basics of Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
先决条件
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Job Outlook for Electrical Technicians
• Electrical technicians earn up to 每年43000美元 on average, according to Burning Glass
• Burning Glass data also shows that job demand for electrical technicians will grow 2% over the next decade.
• Electrical technicians work across several high-demand industries, including scientific and technical services, transportation equipment manufacturing and electronic parts manufacturing.
常见问题
What is the difference between an Electrician and an Electrical Technician?
While electricians and electrical technicians both deal with electrical systems, the nature of their work is different. Electricians install, 维护, troubleshoot and repair the wiring in buildings, whether that be residential homes, offices or commercial properties. 另一方面, electrical technicians work on electrical systems within machinery, specialty equipment and other commonly used devices.
What do Electrical Technicians do?
Electrical technicians help 维护 and repair electronic components in any equipment or device that uses electricity. Their work can vary from helping with product design to working on site to keep machinery and power systems running correctly.
Is Electrical Technician 培训 worth it?
是的. As with any technology, electrical work evolves and electrical technicians need to understand emerging automation, such as programmable logic controllers (PLC) AND network communication, robot-controlled equipment and the Internet of Things (IoT).
课程 概述
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Electrical Technician curriculum:
数学
Fractions and decimals, units of measurement and basics of tolerance; algebra, 几何, trigonometry and blueprint reading
检查
GD简介&T, optical comparators and CMMs; standards for inspecting and calibrating holes, threads and surfaces
安全
OSHA, personal protective equipment, SDS and hazard communication; hand and power tool safety, safety for lifting devices and powered industrial truck safety
质量 & Manufacturing Management
精益生产, 5S and continuous process improvement; Six Sigma, conducting Kaizen events and value stream mapping
加工
安全 for metal cutting; introduction to CAD and CAM for machining
Electrical/Mechanical Systems & 电机控制
电单位, AC and DC power sources, distribution systems; introduction to circuits, 继电器, 接触器, and motor starters
制度
Basics of Siemens PLC hardware, communication and inputs and outputs; Siemens human machine interfaces, SIMATIC 制度 and hand-held programmers
自动化
Automated systems and control; robot troubleshooting, maintenance and installations
紧固件
Intro to fastener threads, fastener ergonomics and properties; understanding torque
教练
This is a completely self-pace course. Additional support will be provided through email and phone.