The type of work conducted requires technicians to be knowledgeable about current technologies, so they should plan on continually updating their skills by reading trade publications, attending seminars, and participating in continuing education activities. Many organizations employ more than one person, so interaction with other employees is likely. Individuals should possess strong interpersonal skills for interacting with co-workers. Persons working in computer repair will typically have reason to interact with customers. Accordingly, technicians must appear professional and competent, be friendly, and be able to effectively communicate.
Some technicians work, build experience and later assume supervisory roles or become self-employed.
Prerequisites at least 16 years old able to attend 6 hours of class per school day Instructors John Reichle , BS,MS Ben Eckart Instruction Computer Repair is a full-time program that offers 2,160 hours of instruction and can be completed in approximately 18 months of study. Students attend class for six hours a day, Monday through Friday. Instruction covers basic technical skills needed by individuals to enter the work force as Computer Repair Technicians. Students gain an understanding of microprocessors, computer system architecture, software, peripheral equipment, digital data communications, operating systems, and local area networks. This program also teaches essential skills needed to repair and install all types of digital electronic and computer equipment including printer, microcomputer, networks, software, and numerous peripheral devices.