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64 lines
4.1 KiB
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# Tasks & work activities — computer hardware engineering technician
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 49-2011.00 (Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers).
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Converse with customers to determine details of equipment problems.
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- **[Core]** Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
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- **[Core]** Travel to customers' stores or offices to service machines or to provide emergency repair service.
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- **[Core]** Reinstall software programs or adjust settings on existing software to fix machine malfunctions.
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- **[Core]** Advise customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming.
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- **[Core]** Test new systems to ensure that they are in working order.
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- **[Core]** Assemble machines according to specifications, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
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- **[Core]** Operate machines to test functioning of parts or mechanisms.
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- **[Core]** Maintain records of equipment maintenance work or repairs.
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- **[Core]** Install and configure new equipment, including operating software or peripheral equipment.
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- **[Core]** Maintain parts inventories and order any additional parts needed for repairs.
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- **[Core]** Update existing equipment, performing tasks such as installing updated circuit boards or additional memory.
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- **[Core]** Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.
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- **[Core]** Test components or circuits of faulty equipment to locate defects, using oscilloscopes, signal generators, ammeters, voltmeters, or special diagnostic software programs.
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- **[Core]** Repair, adjust, or replace electrical or mechanical components or parts, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering or welding equipment.
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- **[Core]** Complete repair bills, shop records, time cards, or expense reports.
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- **[Core]** Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
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- **[Core]** Clean, oil, or adjust mechanical parts to maintain machines' operating efficiency and to prevent breakdowns.
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- **[Core]** Enter information into computers to copy programs from one electronic component to another or to draw, modify, or store schematics.
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- **[Core]** Read specifications, such as blueprints, charts, or schematics, to determine machine settings or adjustments.
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- **[Core]** Lay cable and hook up electrical connections between machines, power sources, and phone lines.
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- **[Core]** Analyze equipment performance records to assess equipment functioning.
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- **[Core]** Fill machines with toners, inks, or other duplicating fluids.
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- **[Core]** Train new repairers.
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- **[Supplemental]** Calibrate testing instruments.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
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- Align equipment or machinery.
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- Analyze test or performance data to assess equipment operation.
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- Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.
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- Calibrate equipment to specifications.
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- Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
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- Confer with customers or users to assess problems.
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- Connect electrical components or equipment.
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- Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies.
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- Document operational activities.
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- Enter codes or other information into computers.
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- Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
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- Install programs onto computer or computer-controlled equipment.
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- Lay cables to connect equipment.
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- Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.
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- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
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- Maintain repair or maintenance records.
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- Maintain work equipment or machinery.
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- Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
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- Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.
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- Reassemble equipment after repair.
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- Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
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- Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
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- Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
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- Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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- Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning.
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- Train customers in the use of products.
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- Train others in operational procedures.
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- Travel to work sites to perform installation, repair or maintenance work.
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