Electronic Systems Technology

Electronics and Our Daily Lives

Electronic technology is part of our everyday lives.  It is the core component and central nervous system of modern manufacturing techniques and business communications.  Contemporary society depends on this technology, and the evolution of applied electronics continues at an ever-increasing pace.

Challenge and Opportunity

Electronic technicians have skills that include surface mount technology, product testing, and quality control.  The industries that utilize such technicians include those that manufacture displays, computers, components, test equipment, automated machines, medical products, and circuit boards.

The electronic technician is involved in every aspect from design to manufacturing to technical support.  Businesses involved are visual communications, manufacturing, electronic distributors, and machine safety products.

New opportunities in the electronics field emerge almost daily as research, development, and marketing continue to grow and expand.

Who can be an Electronic Systems Technician?

Electronic systems technicians are involved in arranging work schedules, completing orders, helping with sales, and representing the employer positively through professionalism, work habits, and contact with customers.  They will have to communicate clearly and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, management, and customers.  Organizational and people skills such as those listed above are essential for success.

Students entering the program also are expected to have a strong background in basic math with some experience in algebra and trigonometry.  Knowledge of physics or principles of technology and computer literacy is also helpful.

Career Opportunities

Technicians work with electronic devices in many industries, including printed circuit board design, electronics, manufacturing, and the list goes on.

Recommended Background Courses

Although not required, the following courses would be beneficial to this course of study prior to attending Lake Area Technical Institute:  Math, Algebra, Physics, Computer, Communications, and English.