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Structure, definitions and correspondence tables

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Major, Minor and Unit Groups

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3113 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS

Electrical engineering technicians perform technical tasks connected with electrical engineering research, as well as with the design, manufacture, assembly, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment, facilities and distribution systems.

Tasks include -

(a) providing technical assistance connected with research and the development of electrical equipment and facilities, or testing prototypes;

(b) designing and preparing blueprints of electrical installations and circuitry according to the specifications given;

(c) preparing detailed estimates of quantities and costs of materials and labour required for manufacture and installation according to the specifications given;

(d) providing technical supervision of the manufacture, installation, utilisation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment to ensure satisfactory performance and compliance with specifications and regulations;

(e) applying technical knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices in order to identify and solve problems arising in the course of their work;

(f) performing related tasks;

(g) supervising other workers.

Examples of the occupations classified here:

Technician, engineering/electrical

Technician, engineering/electrical (electric power transmission)

Some related occupations classified elsewhere:

Assembler, electrical equipment - 8282

Mechanic, electrical - 7241

Updated 18 September 2004, by VA.