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Radio technicians install, adjust, test, maintain, and repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems. They also monitor their performance and determine causes of faults.

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Competences
26
Groups
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Essential
19
Optional
7

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

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analog electronics theory

The theory based on analogue circuits in which volumes (voltage or current) continuously vary over time.

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electromagnetism

The study of electromagnetic forces and the interaction between electric and magnetic fields. The interaction between electrically charged particles can create magnetic fields with a certain range or frequency and electricity can be produced by the changing of these magnetic fields.

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electronics principles

The study of electric energy, more specifically electron, control and its prominent principles regarding integrated circuits and electrical systems.

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Essential skills and competences 16 competences

Occupation specific

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assemble telecommunications devices

Put together the parts and components of devices using technological methods for the transmission and reception of information.

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Sector-specific

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install electronic communication equipment

Set up and deploy digital and analogue electronic communications. Understand electronic diagrams and equipment specifications.

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interpret electronic design specifications

Analyse and understand detailed electronic design specifications.

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interpret technical information for electronic repair work

Analyse and understand given technical information for electronic repair work.

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maintain radio communications equipment

Perform testing or repairing activities on radio transmitting and receiving equipment, such as testing control circuits.

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operate electronic measuring instruments

Tend a wide variety of devices for measuring electronic characteristics of system components, such as optical power meter, fibre power meter, digital power meter and multimeter.

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use a complex communication system

Install and operate complex communication systems.

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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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estimate duration of work

Produce accurate calculations on time necessary to fulfil future technical tasks based on past and present information and observations or plan the estimated duration of individual tasks in a given project.

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execute analytical mathematical calculations

Apply mathematical methods and make use of calculation technologies in order to perform analyses and devise solutions to specific problems.

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inspect cables

Examine cables and lines to detect possible breakage or damage.

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install monitors for process control

Plan and deploy a system of monitors for controlling specific processes in an organisation or a system.

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maintain electronic equipment

Check and repair electronic equipment. Develop maintenance tasks on electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.

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operate signal generator

Use electronic devices or software tone generators that produce digital or analog repeating or non-repeating electronic signals in order to design, test and repair electronic and acoustic equipment.

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solder electronics

Operate and use soldering tools and soldering iron, which supply high temperatures to melt the solder and to join electronic components.

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use repair manuals

Apply the information, such as periodic maintenance charts, step by step repair instructions, troubleshooting information and overhaul procedures to perform routine maintenance and repairs.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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Sector-specific

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microwave principles

The technologies used in transmission of information or energy via electromagnetic waves between 1000 and 100,000 MHz.

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Optional skills and competences 6 competences

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implement a firewall

Download, install and update a network security system designed to prevent unauthorized access to a private network.

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implement a virtual private network

Create an encrypted connection between private networks, such as different local networks of a company, over the internet to ensure that only authorized users can access it and that the data cannot be intercepted.

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maintain theatre equipment

Check up on, maintain and repair tools and machinery used for onstage purposes, such as lighting equipment, stage sets or scene-change machinery.

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manage ICT project

Plan, organize, control and document procedures and resources, such as human capital, equipment and mastery, in order to achieve specific goals and objectives related to ICT systems, services or products, within specific constraints, such as scope, time, quality and budget.

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solve location and navigation problems by using GPS tools

Use applications and devices which provide users with accurate assessment of their location using system of satellites, such as navigation systems.

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Cross-sector

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install low voltage wiring

Plan, deploy, troubleshoot and test low voltage wiring.

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