Florida Program Number: I150303
Total Hours: 1400 Hours

MISSION:
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment as Electronic Technicians, Electronic Assemblers, Electronic Testers, Electronic Equipment Repair Technicians or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.

DESCRIPTION:
The training includes instruction in theory and laboratory activities to learn direct current circuits (DC), alternating current circuits (AC), solid state devices, analog circuits, digital fundamentals, microprocessor fundamentals, basic rework/repair soldering, communication and leadership skills, mathematical skills, human relations, employability skills, and safe and efficient work practices.  Student club activities may be an integral part of student learning in this program.

UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS:
Algebra is recommended as a prerequisite but not required for the program.  The State of Florida requires students to meet a basic skills requirement prior to program completion.  The basic skills grade levels for this program are Mathematics 10.0, Language 9.0, Reading 9.0

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER:
None

JOB TRAINING INCLUDES: Occupational Completion Points (OCP)
OCPs provide a student with early completion training options linked to employment opportunities established by the Florida Department of Education based on the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system and accepted industry titles.

Local employers have verified that the range of wages that can be reasonably expected by students who enter this field upon completion of the program is:

From $18,700 annually to $35,000 annually
(Based on year-round, full-time employment)

OCP A: Electronics Assembler (250 Hours)

• Demonstrate proficiency in soldering and basic laboratory practices
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic DC circuits
• Demonstrate employability skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship

OCP B: Electronics Tester (400 Hours)

• Demonstrate proficiency in knowledge of basic computer usage 
• Demonstrate proficiency in advanced DC circuits
• Demonstrate proficiency in AC circuits
• Demonstrate proficiency in solid state devices

OCP C: Electronics Equipment Repairer (375 Hours)

• Demonstrate proficiency in digital circuits
• Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental microprocessors

OCP D: Electronics Technician (375 Hours)

• Demonstrate proficiency in analog circuits
• Demonstrate skills in technical recording
• Demonstrate appropriate communication skills
• Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic math skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic science skills