§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

computer hardware test technician

Computer hardware test technicians conduct testing of computer hardware such as circuit boards, computer chips, computer systems, and other electronic and electrical components.

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Description

Computer hardware test technicians conduct testing of computer hardware such as circuit boards, computer chips, computer systems, and other electronic and electrical components. They analyse the hardware configuration and test the hardware reliability and conformance to specifications.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

hardware architectures hardware testing methods quality standards instrument performance elements hardware components electrical discharge quality assurance procedures electronic equipment standards hardware platforms hardware materials

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

waste removal regulations printed circuit boards testing methods microelectronics electronics mechanics consumer electronics

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

use measurement instruments conduct quality control analysis measure electrical characteristics read engineering drawings inspect quality of products meet deadlines use testing equipment interpret circuit diagrams ensure conformity to specifications communicate test results to other departments test hardware analyse test data read standard blueprints read assembly drawings

OPTIONALOptional competences

perform test run operate precision measuring equipment liaise with engineers send faulty equipment back to assembly line perform in-circuit test check system parameters against reference values remove defective products keep records of work progress calibrate electronic instruments research equipment needs write inspection reports test printed circuit boards maintain test equipment test wireless devices resolve equipment malfunctions

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)