Appliance Technician - Milwaukee Area Technical College

Appliance Technician from Milwaukee Area Technical College is a Campus Certificate Engineering General degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Overview ? Home appliances play an essential role in the daily routine of the average American household. Accordingly, there has been a tremendous rise in the quantity and variety of household electrical appliances being marketed today. Because many of these are complex automatic and semiautomatic appliances , a greater degree of knowledge is required to diagnose and service them. Appliance Technician is a two-semester technical diploma program that combines coursework with hands-on lab experience to acquaint you with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in this challenging field. Career Outlook ? The need for trained service technicians qualified to maintain appliances has increased. Appliance technicians install, service and repair automatic washers, dryers, ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, compactors and other major appliances . They also write job orders, complete reports or billing, and maintain records for parts inventories, future service calls and quality control purposes. Other related job possibilities are parts person, salesperson, dispatcher and field service representative. It's possible to advance to a service manager position, as well as operate your own business. Program Learning Outcomes ? Potential employers will expect you, as a graduate of this program, to have: A sound understanding of basic electronics and the functions of typical electrical hardware such as thermostats, relays, switches, circuitry, etc. Electromechanical knowledge and skills to diagnose and correct appliance difficulties Oral and written communication skills Good \\\"people skills\\\" when dealing with customers A valid driver's license Ability to be insured Good math skills Courteous behavior and good grooming Possible Careers: Appliance Repair Appliance Servicing Technician Service Manager (Brand Name) Service Technician View more details on Milwaukee Area Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Engineering General courses.