Telecommunications Line Mechanic
OFO No: 672204
Other names for Telecommunications Line Mechanic:
- Electrician (Telecommunication)
- Operator Bearer Systems (Army)
- Telecom Transmission Serviceman
- Telecommunication Electrician
- Telecommunications Line Installer
- Telecommunications Line Serviceman
- Telephone Linesperson and Installer
What is a Telecommunications Line Mechanic?
A Telecommunications Line Mechanic installs, maintains and repairs external telecommunication equipment.
What does a Telecommunications Line Mechanic do?
- installs, maintains and repairs external telecommunication equipment (radio, TV, telephone etc)
- tests lines
- troubleshoots
- locates and repairs faults
- keeps records
Are you . . . ?
- interested in telecommunications?
- good with your hands?
- a problem solver?
- reliable?
- responsible?
- observant?
- detail orientated?
How do I become a Telecommunications Line Mechanic?
PATH 1
- Apprenticeship
- Trade Test
PATH 2
- Learnership – Telecommunication Network Operations NQF Level 2, 3 and 4
- Trade Test
PATH 3
- Learnership – Electrical Engineering (transmission) NQF Level 2, 3 and 4
- Trade Test
PATH 4
- Learnership – Electrical Engineering (distribution) NQF Level 2, 3 and 4
- Trade Test
PATH 5
- National Certificate in Telecommunications for Customer Premises Equipment (NQF Level 2, 3 and 4)
- Trade Test
PATH 6
- National Certificate: N1, N2, N3 (Engineering Studies)
- Workplace experience
- Trade Test
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
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- CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
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