By: Jeevan Araich Mr. Lowe TEJ2DO0-B

Description  A telecommunications technician is a person who works for a company that deals with telecommunications  They do one of two jobs Install and repair the infrastructure (i.e. telephone wires and internet cables) Troubleshoot issues with the infrastructure, including software and hardware located at the company’s operating office

Expected Hours of Work  Telecommunications technicians usually work an average 8 hour shifts for 5 days a week, a typical 40 hour work week  However, they may be on call for emergencies (i.e. storm outages)  Also, shifts can last above the 8 hour mark if the minimum amount of work required is not finished in time

Earning Potential  The expected hourly wage of telecommunications technicians can range anywhere from dollars an hour  This equates to $20,000-$60,000 a year

Required High School Credits  Expected to have a background in electronics, computer, and telecommunications Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12 CoursesEnglish Mathematics Science Social Studies Creative Arts / Business French Health & Physical Education Technology English Mathematics Science Social Studies Personal & Career Development Business Construction Technology Electronics & Communicatio ns Technology English Mathematics Physics Social Studies Business & Management Construction Technology Electronics & Communicati ons Technology

Type of Education/Training Required  An apprenticeship or college diploma is required in electronics communications and telecommunications technology

Location Where Education/ Training is Available  Algonquin College Algonquin College  Centennial College Centennial College  Conestoga College Conestoga College  George Brown College George Brown College  Mohawk College Mohawk College  Seneca College Seneca College  Sheridan College Sheridan College

Qualifications Granted  Once you complete your apprenticeship or receive your diploma, the only qualification you will be granted is the title of Telecommunication Technician

Possible Employers in Peel  Rogers  Bell  Telus  TekkSavvy  Fido  Any Internet Service Provider (ISP), Cable/Satellite Service Provider (CSSP), and/or Phone Service Provider (PSP)

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