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Electronic equipment inspectors check electronic equipment for any defects and malfunctions. They ensure that the equipment is correctly assembled according to specifications and national and international regulations.

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Competences
36
Groups
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Essential
20
Optional
16

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Essential knowledge 8 competences

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Sector-specific

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electronic components

Devices and components that can be found in electronic systems. These devices can range from simple components such as amplifiers and oscillators, to more complex integrated packages, such as integrated circuits and printed circuit boards.

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electrical testing methods

Test procedures performed on electrical equipment and machinery in order to check the performance and quality of the electrical equipment and their adherence to specifications. During these tests electrical properties, such as voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, and inductance, are measured using electrical measuring equipment, such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters.

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electronic equipment standards

The national and international quality and safety standards and regulations with regards to the use and manufacture of electronic equipment and its components, such as semiconductors and printed circuit boards.

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electronic test procedures

Testing protocols that enable a variety of analyses of electronic systems, products, and components. These tests include the testing of electrical properties, such as voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, and inductance as well as the testing of specific electronic components, such as the electron tubes, semiconductors, integrated circuits, and batteries. These tests include visual inspection, performance tests, environment tests, and safety tests.

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electronics

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.

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instrument performance elements

Elements that indicate or influence instrument performance. A first indication of the performance of the instrument is the accuracy or precision of the instrument, such as its response time, resolution, and range. A second indication of performance is the technical performance of the instrument, such as its power level, the electromagnetic interference, and transient voltages. A third indication of performance are environmental factors that can influence instrument performance, such as humidity, operating temperatures, or dust.

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quality assurance procedures

The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.

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types of electronics

The different categories of electronics, such as consumer electronics, medical devices, microelectronics, computers, information and communication equipment, and measuring equipment.

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Essential skills and competences 12 competences

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interpret circuit diagrams

Read and comprehend circuit diagrams showing the connections between the devices, such as power and signal connections.

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analyse test data

Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.

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communicate test results to other departments

Communicate testing information such as testing schedules, samples testing statistics and test results, to the relevant departments.

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ensure conformity to specifications

Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.

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inspect quality of products

Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.

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measure electrical characteristics

Measure voltage, current, resistance or other electrical characteristics by using electrical measuring equipment such as multimeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.

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meet deadlines

Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

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read assembly drawings

Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.

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read standard blueprints

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

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test electronic units

Test electronic units using appropriate equipment. Gather and analyse data. Monitor and evaluate system performance and take action if needed.

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use measurement instruments

Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.

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use testing equipment

Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.

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Optional knowledge 5 competences

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Sector-specific

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battery management systems

The electronic system that manages and monitors the performance of a battery.

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consumer electronics

The functioning of electronic consumer goods such as TVs, radios, cameras and other audio and video equipment.

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waste removal regulations

The regulations and legal provisions governing waste removal activities.

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microelectronics

Microelectronics is a subdiscipline of electronics and relates the study, design, and manufacture of small electronic components, such as microchips.

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power electronics

The functioning, design, and usage of electronics that control and convert electric power. Power conversion systems are usually categorised as AC-DC or rectifiers, DC-AC or inverters, DC-DC converters, and AC-AC converters.

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Optional skills and competences 11 competences

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Cross-sector

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calibrate electronic instruments

Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is done in regular intervals which are set by the manufacturer and using calibration devices.

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check system parameters against reference values

Make sure that the measurable factors which define the operation of a system correspond to the predetermined norms.

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keep records of work progress

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

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liaise with engineers

Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.

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maintain test equipment

Maintain equipment used for testing the quality of systems and products.

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perform test run

Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, and adjust settings accordingly.

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remove defective products

Remove defective materials from the production line.

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research equipment needs

Research equipment or required machine parts; compare sources, prices and delivery times.

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resolve equipment malfunctions

Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions. Communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.

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send faulty equipment back to assembly line

Send equipment that didn't pass inspection back to the assembly line for re-assembly.

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write inspection reports

Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.

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