2502 - Telecommunications Mechanic

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Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This standard is for grading nonsupervisory jobs involved in installing, modifying, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining voice and nonvoice communication systems including central office, private branch automatic exchanges (PBAXs), local area network systems, telephone sets, wire carrier equipment, communication cable, alarm systems, intercom and public address systems, and teletype equipment. The work requires knowledge of telephone and data circuitry equipment and installation procedures; knowledge of basic electrical and electronic principles as they pertain to voice and nonvoice transmissions; the ability to understand and follow such technical guidance as circuit descriptions, schematics, and layout sheets; and the ability to locate and repair trouble within the telecommunications system.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the WIRE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE FAMILY, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

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The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

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Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Installer 1 (INST1) Is Not In Demand BICSI someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Technician (TECH) In DemandIs In Demand BICSI someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Network Systems Technician (NST) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Broadband TelecomCenter Specialist (BTCS) Is Not In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS) In DemandIs In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Computer Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Radar Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
CompTIA Network+ ce In DemandIs In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
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Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1) In DemandIs In Demand Linux Professional Institute (LPI) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Linux Enterprise Professional Certification (LPIC-3) Is Not In Demand Linux Professional Institute (LPI) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) In DemandIs In Demand Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) In DemandIs In Demand Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Wireless Communications Electronics Technician (WCM) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Network Computer Technician (NCT) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) Is Not In Demand Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Data Cabling Installer (DCI) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Alarm Security Technician (CAST) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Line and Antenna Sweep (LAS) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Installer 2 - Copper (INSTC) Is Not In Demand BICSI someSome    
Installer 2 - Optical Fiber (INSTF) Is Not In Demand BICSI someSome    
Certified Technology Specialist - Installation (CTS-I) Is Not In Demand Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless (CCNA Wireless) In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Broadband Premises Installer (BPI) Is Not In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome    
Broadband Premises Technician (BPT) Is Not In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome    
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Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
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Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Security Systems: Video Security Systems Technician - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Security Systems: Video Security Systems Technician - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Security Systems: Video Security Systems Technician - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Security Systems: Video Security Systems Technician - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Broadband Voice over Internet Protocol (B-VoIP) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Electronic Security Networking Technician (ESNT) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Fiber Optics Technician (Outside Plant) (FOT-OSP) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESI) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Cisco Certified Network Professional Wireless (CCNP Wireless) In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Wireless (CCIE Wireless) In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Wireless Network Technician (WNT) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Internet Protocol Engineering Professional (IPEP) Is Not In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome    
Cisco Video Network Specialist Is Not In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Business Class Services Specialist (BCSS) Is Not In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome    
Digital Video Engineering Professional (DVEP) Is Not In Demand Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) someSome    
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Security-Surveillance (RESI-SS) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Environmental Control (RESI-EC) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Computer Networking (RESI-CN) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Closed Circuit TV (RESI-CCTV) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Audio-Video (RESI-AV) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Master Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESIma) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome    
Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching (CCT Routing and Switching) Is Not In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome    
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Click here to go to Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Fiber Optic Installers (FOI) certification is an intermediate-level credential for fiber optic technicians. The FOI exam focuses on a general understanding of optical fiber installation, connectorization, splicing, and testing; candidates for the FOI certification are expected to be familiar with optical fibers, connectors, and splice performance characteristics. Candidates must be proficient in the installation of connectors on various types of fiber optic cables using epoxies; additionally, FOI technicians perform mechanical and fusion splicing. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Installer 1 (INST1) COOL Snapshot page.

BICSI ITS Installer 1 certification test candidates on their ability to understand and apply a comprehensive collection of installation-specific information. There is no prior ITS industry installation experience requirement for individuals preparing to sit for the ITS Installer 1 exam. Participants sitting for the ITS Installer 1 exam must be able to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks. The ITS Installer 1 exam is currently based on the content covered in the IN101, as well as the ITSIMM and is a two-part exam, hands-on and written. To become a BICSI ITS Installer 1, you must successfully pass both parts. Once you successfully pass both the hands-on and written exam, your credential will be valid for three full years from the date that you passed the last portion of the exam.

Click here to go to Technician (TECH) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

BICSI Technician certification test candidates on their ability to understand and apply a comprehensive collection of installation-specific information. Individuals preparing to sit for the ITS Technician exam must possess at least three years of current and verifiable ITS industry installation experience. Participants must also be able to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks. The ITS Technician exam is currently based on the ITSIMM and is a two-part exam, hands-on and written. To become a BICSI ITS Technician, you must successfully pass both parts. If an individual does not hold both the ITS Copper and Optical Fiber Installer 2 credentials, the written exam will have an additional 30 questions.

Click here to go to Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM) is an intermediate-level technician credential for professionals who work in the telecommunications field. TCM candidates must have knowledge of wired and wireless communications basic concepts, which are then applicable to various types of voice, data and video systems. Telecommunications Electronics Technicians must be knowledgeable and have abilities in the following technical areas: Cables and Cabling, Analog Telephony, Equipment, Telecom Safety and Mathematics, Transmission Service Providers and Protocols, Distribution Methods, Computer, Digital Telephony, Interfacing, Internet, Network Infrastructures and Topologies, Office Wiring, Wireless Telephony, Test Equipment, Optical Wiring, and Troubleshooting. Candidates that hold a Standalone TCM and later complete the Associate CET (CETa), are eligible to upgrade to a Journeyman CET.

Click here to go to Network Systems Technician (NST) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Network Systems Technician (NST) certification is for a network professional who has knowledge of computer network basic concepts, which are applicable to all the various specialty areas of the computer industry. The NST must be familiar with the following knowledge areas: Computer Network Terminology, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks and Devices Used to Extend Networks, Network Architectures, Computer Network Topologies and Classifications, Network Services, Network Operations, Network Standards, Troubleshooting LAN/WAN Test Equipment, Network Server and Workstation Computer System Hardware, Network Operating Systems, and Disaster and Security Planning for Networks. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) certification is an intermediate-level fiber optics professional credential. Candidates for the FOT certification are expected to have knowledge of fiber optics concepts pertaining to designing, configuring, installing, and maintaining fiber optics systems. FOTs test and troubleshoot Local Area Networks (LANs) with various faults. The FOT certification is designed for technicians, system analysts, design engineers, managers, telecommunications professionals, fusion splicers, mechanical splicers, end users, and others whose professions require fiber optics knowledge and skills. The prerequisite for the FOT certification is the ETA-I Fiber Optics Installer (FOI), or equivalent work experience. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Broadband TelecomCenter Specialist (BTCS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), Broadband TelecomCenter Specialist (BTCS) certification is for individuals with knowledge in maintenance and troubleshooting of the inside plant facilities and of advanced entertainment, data and voice networks within the headend. Candidates must have a minimum of six to eight years of experience in cable television headend operations. Candidates must also pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS) is an intermediate-level credential for technicians in the cable telecommunications industry for a cable provider, contractor or vendor. Candidates should be able to perform coaxial network troubleshooting, coaxial network preventive maintenance, and coaxial system design calculations. BDS candidates must have a minimum of five years of work experience in cable television network operations. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET), Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level is an entry-level certification. This certification validates the candidate's basic electronic knowledge for entry-level electronic professions. The exam covers basic electronics, math, DC and AC circuits, transistors and troubleshooting. The Associate CET is also a pre-requisite for ISCET Journeyman level certifications. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; communications which include 2-way transceivers and the servicing of these types of equipment. Also, Receiver's basic communication theory, transmitters, deviation, sensitivity, quieting and troubleshooting. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Computer COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Computer Electronics. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; operation of computer systems with the greatest emphasis on the hardware, basic arithmetic and logic operations as related to computer theory, computer organization, input and output equipment, and memory and storage. The technician should have some knowledge of software and programming, and be able to explain troubleshooting procedures. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Radar COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Radar. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; General knowledge of both pulse radar and continuous wave radar operation is necessary for taking this Journeyman option. This test covers transmitters and receivers, CRT display systems and their power supplies, antennas, transmission lines and their characteristics. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to CompTIA Network+ ce COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Network+ ce is an intermediate skill level certification for IT technicians who can describe the features and functions of networking components and manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate and configure basic network infrastructure. In addition, certification holders have a basic understanding of enterprise technologies, including cloud and virtualization technologies. Network+ ce is appropriate for computer network technicians, engineers, analysts and administrators. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ ce candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ ce certification.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching is for entry-level network engineers that validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size route and switched networks. The CCNA Routing and Switching certification is appropriate for Network Specialists, Network Administrators, and Network Support Engineers with a recommended 1-3 years of experience. There are no experience or education requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam(s). Candidates must pass the CCNA accelerated exam or the ICND1 and ICND2 exams to achieve this certification.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching certification validates the ability to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks and work collaboratively with specialists on advanced security, voice, wireless and video solutions. The CCNP certification is appropriate for candidates with at least one year of networking experience who are ready to advance their skills and work independently on complex network solutions. Those who achieve the CCNP certification have demonstrated the skills required in enterprise roles such as network technician, support engineer, systems engineer or network engineer. Candidates must hold an active CCNA Routing and Switching or any CCIE certification, and successfully pass three written examinations.

Click here to go to Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1) is the first certification in Linus Professional Insitute's multi-level Linux Professional certification program. The LPIC-1 validates a candidate's ability to perform maintenance tasks with the command line, install & configure a computer running Linux and be able to configure basic networking. To obtain the LPIC-1 certification, a candidate must pass two exams in which the candidate should be able to work at the Linux command line, perform easy maintenance tasks (help out users, add users to a larger system, backup and restore, shutdown and reboot), and install and configure a workstation (including X) and connect it to a LAN, or a stand-alone PC via modem to the Internet. There are no experience or education requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam(s). This certification is appropriate for any IT professional using the Linux operating system and its associated tools.

Click here to go to Linux Enterprise Professional Certification (LPIC-3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Linux Enterprise Professional Certification (LPIC-3) is the culmination of Linux Professional Institute's multi-level professional certification program. LPIC-3 is designed for the enterprise-level Linux professional and represents the highest level of professional, distribution-neutral Linux certification within the industry. To earn the LPIC-3 designation, candidates must hold an active LPIC-2 certification and pass one of the LPIC-3 specialty exams. Exams are available in Mixed Environment, Security, and Virtualization and High Availability. To pass an exam, a candidate should have several years of experience in many areas including installing and maintaining Linux on a number of computers for various purposes; integration experience with diverse technologies and operating systems; and be able to use open source tools to measure capacity planning and troubleshoot resource problems.

Click here to go to Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) is the base certification for Enterprise Wi-Fi within the CWNP family of certifications. Candidates should have an understanding of the fundamentals of wireless technology, know how WLAN work and how it's managed day-to-day, and have the ability to install, configure and troubleshoot and maintain wireless networks within small business or Enterprise deployments. There are no prerequisites to sit for the CWNA exam.

Click here to go to Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) is an expert level Wi-Fi certification for the most elite Wi-Fi professionals. By successfully completing the CWNE requirements, candidates will have demonstrated that they have the most advanced skills available in today's enterprise Wi-Fi market. The CWNE certification assures that candidates have mastered all relevant skills to administer, install, configure, troubleshoot, and design wireless network systems. Protocol analysis, intrusion detection and prevention, performance and QoS analysis, spectrum analysis and management, and advanced design are some of the areas of expertise candidates will need to know. Candidates must pass four Certified Wireless Network Professional certification exams (CWNA, CWSP, CWAP and CWDP) plus 2 additional non-CWNE certifications, have a minimum of three years of experience, and have three recommendations as well as a peer review by the CWNE Board of Advisors.

Click here to go to Wireless Communications Electronics Technician (WCM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Wireless Communications Electronics Technician (WCM) certification is an intermediate journeyman-level credential for wireless technicians. The WCM certification is targeted toward workers performing installation, maintenance and repair of mobile and fixed radio communications systems. Candidates seeking the ETA-I WCM credential are required to have a basic education in fundamental electronics. Candidates must pass the Associate (CETa) exam before qualifying to sit for the Journeyman level certification exam. To be eligible for a rollover to an ETA-I Wireless Communications (WCM) certification, candidates must hold a valid FCC GROL and either an ETA-I Associate CET (CETa), General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) or Journeyman CET certification.

Click here to go to Network Computer Technician (NCT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-1), Certified Network Computer Technician (NCT) should have knowledge of computer electronics basic concepts, Internet and networking technology applicable to various areas of the computer industry. More specifically, NCT candidates must be able to function, structure, operate, file manage, install, configure/upgrade, manage memory, diagnose and troubleshoot operating systems and hardware (including motherboard and processors and printers). Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

A Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) performs general technology solution tasks by creating, operating and servicing network-based AV solutions, while conducting AV management activities which provide for the best audiovisual resolutions of the client's needs, both on time and within budget. Applicants must demonstrate audiovisual knowledge and/or skills, and must agree to the terms and conditions as noted in the CTS Application, which includes agreement to the CTS Code of Ethics & Conduct. Applicants must also pass an examination.

Click here to go to Data Cabling Installer (DCI) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Data Cabling Installer (DCI) certification is a Journeyman-level credential recommended for individuals a basic level of installer experience and training. DCIs are expected to understand the basic installation and service concepts of copper cabling, which are applicable to all the procedures required to safely and competently install communications cabling. Candidates must pass an exam.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching certification validates the skills required of expert-level network engineers to plan, operate and troubleshoot complex, converged network infrastructure. Candidates are encouraged to have three to five years of job experience. Candidates must pass a written qualification exam, which covers networking concepts and some equipment commands, and then must pass the corresponding hands-on lab exam, which tests the ability to configure actual equipment and troubleshoot the network in a timed test situation.

Click here to go to Certified Alarm Security Technician (CAST) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

Electronic Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Certified Alarm Security Technicians (CAST) must be able to identify and describe the operations of alarms and have basic understanding of technology and its configuration, fiber optics telecommunications, software, and computers and locks. The CAST should be able to explain, understand, and use block diagrams and schematics, digital concepts, software, hand tools soldering, data communications, and cameras and intercoms. The certification may be considered a journeyman level or stand alone credential. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Line and Antenna Sweep (LAS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-1), Line and Antenna Sweep (LAS) is a frequency domain reflectometer (FDR) certification. Requirements for the LAS certification include completion of a training course from an approved ETA-I school, hands-on testing and verification of line and antenna sweeping skills using modern FDR equipment, and a written exam. Basic knowledge of fundamental electronics and wireless communications is recommended. The LAS is a stand-alone certification but may be upgraded to a Journeyman CET by meeting additional requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) validates the ability to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including basic network security. With a CCENT, a network professional demonstrates the skills required for entry-level network support positions - the starting point for many successful careers in networking. This includes networking fundamentals, WAN technologies, basic security and wireless concepts, routing and switching fundamentals, and configuring simple networks. The CCENT certification is appropriate for IT occupations including network and computer support technicians. There are no experience or education requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam.

Click here to go to Installer 2 - Copper (INSTC) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Installer 2 - Optical Fiber (INSTF) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Certified Technology Specialist - Installation (CTS-I) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

A Certified Technology Specialist - Installation (CTS-I) installs and maintains audiovisual systems by following specifications, schematics, codes and safety protocols; administering installation process logistics; troubleshooting and problem-solving systems; maintaining tools and equipment; and communicating with clients, designers, other trades, other installers and staff to provide the best audiovisual solutions for client needs, on time and within budget. Applicants must agree to the terms and conditions as noted in the CTS-I Application, which includes agreement to the CTS Code of Ethics & Conduct; must hold current certification as a general CTS; must be in good standing with the Certification Committee; must provide documentation verifying a minimum of two years audiovisual industry experience in audiovisual installation; and must provide verification of attainment of skills in the following technical areas: termination, rack-build, projector set-up and installation, audio set-up and EQ, mounting equipment, and customer relations. Applicants must pass an examination.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless (CCNA Wireless) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless (CCNA Wireless) is an intermediate skill level certification for individuals who configure, implement and support wireless LANs. The required exam tests a candidate's knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) and 802.11 technology essentials along with installing, configuring, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting tasks needed to support Small Medium Business and Enterprise wireless networks. There are no experience or education requirements; however, candidates must hold a current CCENT, CCNA Routing and Switching, or any CCIE certification to be eligible for the CCNA Wireless certification.

Click here to go to Broadband Premises Installer (BPI) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), Broadband Premises Installer (BPI) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians who can install and troubleshoot telecommunications services (video, voice, and data) at customers’ premises. BPI candidates should have knowledge to perform routine installations, disconnects, pre-wires, change of service, and multiple dwelling unit (MDU) wiring for cable television (video, voice, and data) for residential customers. The BPI certification is a foundation certification as well as one of three stand-alone Broadband Premises certifications. BPI candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), Broadband Premises Technician (BPT) is an intermediate-level credential designed for experienced field technicians who can install and troubleshoot telecommunications services (video, voice, and data) at customers’ premises. BPT candidates should have knowledge to perform routine installations, disconnects, pre-wires, change of service, and multiple dwelling unit (MDU) wiring for cable television (video, voice, and data) residential customers. The BPT certification is a foundation certification as well as one of three stand-alone Broadband Premises certifications. BPT candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), Broadband Premises Expert (BPE) certification is designed for experienced field technicians who can install and troubleshoot telecommunications services (video, voice, and data) at customers’ premises. Candidates should be able to install and troubleshoot a variety of triple-play installations, from easy to complex, as well as mentor and coach junior employees. The BPE certification is one of three stand-alone premises certifications. BPE candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-1), Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID) certification is an intermediate-level credential for electronics technicians. RFIDs specialize in radio frequency identification and the related electronic tools. RFID candidates understand electronics communication principles and conduct site surveys and analysis, tagging, reader selection, and installation, configuration and maintenance of RFID hardware and software. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level II credential is designed for mid-level engineering technicians working in the fire alarm industry who engage in a combination of the following fire alarm systems activities: system layout (plan preparation), system equipment selection, system installation, system acceptance testing, system trouble-shooting, system servicing, and system technical sales. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of fire detection and signaling systems experience, which must cover at least 12 months of fire alarm systems experience, including alarm and detection, notification, sprinkler monitoring, and interfaces and controls for agent releasing suppression systems (either agent or water-based systems). The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems program comprises four levels of certification. Candidates must meet the minimum eligibility requirements for both Level I and Level II Fire Alarm Systems credentials and pass those written exams. This certification also requires a Supervisor's verification of all work elements used to meet the candidate application requirements. Candidate must pass a written examination.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level I credential is designed for trainees and entry-level engineering technicians working in the fire alarm industry who engage in a combination of the following fire alarm systems activities: system layout (plan preparation), system equipment selection, system installation, system acceptance testing, system trouble-shooting, system servicing, and system technical sales. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 months of technical experience with fire detection and signaling systems. The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems program comprises four levels of certification. This certification also requires a Supervisor's verification of all work elements used to meet the candidate application requirement. Candidate must pass a written examination.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level III credential is designed for advanced mid-level engineering technicians working in the fire alarm industry who engage in a combination of the following fire alarm systems activities: system layout (plan preparation), system equipment selection, system installation, system acceptance testing, system trouble-shooting, system servicing, and system technical sales. The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems program comprises four levels of certification. Candidates must meet the minimum eligibility requirements for the Level I, II, and III Fire Alarm Systems and pass those written exams. This certification also requires a Supervisor's verification of all work elements used to meet the candidate application requirement. Candidates must have a minimum of five years in the field of fire detection and signaling system.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Fire Protection: Fire Alarm Systems - Level IV credential is designed for senior engineering technicians working in the fire alarm industry who engage in a combination of the following fire alarm systems activities: system layout (plan preparation), system equipment selection, system installation, system acceptance testing, system trouble-shooting, system servicing, and system technical sales. Candidates must meet the Level I, II, III, and IV minimum eligibility requirements and pass those written exams. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years in the field of fire detection and signaling system.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Broadband-Voice over Internet Protocol (B-VoIP) certification is an intermediate-level credential for B-VoIP technicians who install, maintain, repair and replace voice, data and video over Internet Protocol equipment. B-VoIP technicians connect B-VoIP equipment to local and wide area computer network systems, perform cable installation, replacement, modernization, and support interconnection between different cable types and wireless equipment; they also configure and provision B-VoIP equipment and transmission media. B-VoIP technicians have knowledge of protocols used for the telecommunications industry and are familiar with telecom industry acronyms and language. Though ETA-I does not require any specific training, education or experience for candidates of the B-VoIP certification, candidates are strongly encouraged to have the requisite knowledge and experience necessary to challenge the exam.

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Electronic Security Networking Technician (ESNT) is directed towards workers who can properly cable, connect, install, program and troubleshoot IP-enabled security devices onto local area networks and the Internet. Candidates must pass an examination, which covers the nine general categories of training. The categories covered are General Networking, Network Addressing, Network Cabling, Network Devices, Internet Connections, Network Services, IP-Enabled Physical Security Devices, Network Security, and Common Network Testing and Troubleshooting. This examination, plus the Associate CET exam go together to form the complete journeyman CET exam.

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The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Fiber Optics Technician (Outside Plant) (FOT-OSP) is an intermediate-level certification for professionals who terminate, test and troubleshoot single-mode fiber optic communication systems. FOT-OSPs understand optical loss budgets, not to exceed loss budgets and has the knowledge and skills required for troubleshooting single-mode OSP fiber optic communications systems addressing the roles of attenuation, dispersion and refection and how to identify and troubleshoot each. Though ETA-I does not require any specific education, training, or experience for the standalone FOT-OSP, candidates are strongly encouraged to have the requisite knowledge and experience necessary to challenge the exam.

Click here to go to Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESI) COOL Snapshot page.

The Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESI) is a professional certification for those who design and oversee the installation and integration of electronics systems in residences and light commercial buildings. The objective of the Integrator is to produce a residential or light commercial electronics systems package that will allow all data, control, and communication signals to be integrated at the premise controller and converged into one secure cohesive communication stream, to either be used within the premise or to be passed back and forth through the gateway. The Integrator should be proficient in the many protocols used over diverse media to communicate with and control residential and light commercial electronics systems.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Certified Network Professional Wireless (CCNP Wireless) is an intermediate level certification for individuals designing, implementing, and operating Cisco Wireless networks and mobility infrastructures. The CCNP Wireless certification emphasizes wireless networking principles and theory. CCNP Wireless certification holders possess the technical knowledge and expertise necessary to assess and translate network requirements into technical specifications and successful installations. Candidates seeking this credential must first hold the Cisco CCNA Wireless certification or any Cisco CCIE certification, and successfully pass four exams.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Wireless Network Technician (WNT) is a mid-career level professional credential. Technicians who have obtained knowledge of the operation and maintenance of wireless networking concepts, RF and IR propagation, and modulation technologies are recommended to pursue the WNT. The WNT certifies a technician's acquisition of the skills and knowledge necessary for employment in the networking industry. Candidates are not required to pass the Associate, or basic electronics exam. Candidates must take and pass a written WNT examination.

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The Internet Protocol Engineer (IPE) is an advanced-level credential for engineers who assess network structure, scalability, security, reliability, and capacity planning. This engineer may have responsibility for the design, expansion, testing, and migration onto IP networks for access in metropolitan and regional networks. This individual may provide expert technical advice and support for real time analysis, control, and operation of the IP services and systems. Operational support includes hardware and software changes, data collection for troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, performing complex network level fault isolation, HFC/DOCSIS network design, IP routing architecture design, traffic analysis, and future network enhancement planning and design.

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Click here to go to Business Class Services Specialist (BCSS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), Business Class Services Specialist (BCSS) is an intermediate-level professional certification for candidates who perform business-level installations, disconnects, pre-wires, change of service, and multiple tenant unit (MTU) wiring for small to medium business class customers. Candidates should have knowledge of Networking Fundamentals, Ethernet Services, Enterprise Voice, Fault Management, and HFC Networks. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Digital Video Engineering Professional (DVEP) COOL Snapshot page.

The Digital Video Engineer certification is an advanced-level credential for engineers who design, analyze, test, integrate, deploy, and troubleshooting of a variety of digital media systems from headend to customer premises. The Digital Video Engineer certification exam assess a candidate’s knowledge in the engineering aspects of digital media (which includes video, audio, interactive services, and associated data) systems as deployed in the Cable Telecommunications Industry.

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Click here to go to Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Audio-Video (RESI-AV) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Audio-Video (RESI-AV) is an intermediate-level certification for technicians who install electronics cables in residences and interconnect electronics communications, computer, control or entertainment equipment. Though ETA-I does not require any specific education, training, or experience for the RESI-AV certification, candidates are strongly encouraged to have the requisite knowledge and experience necessary to challenge the exam.

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Click here to go to Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching (CCT Routing and Switching) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching (CCT Routing and Switching) certification focuses on the skills required for onsite support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches, and operating environments. Technicians in this area must be able to identify Cisco router and switch models, accessories, cabling, and interfaces; understand the Cisco IOS software operating modes and identify commonly found software; and be able to use the Cisco Command Line Interface (CLI) to connect and service products. Achieving Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching certification is considered the best foundation for supporting other Cisco devices and systems. There are no prerequisites to sit for the exam.

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The Juniper Networks, Certified Internet Specialist - Enterprise Routing and Switching Specialist (JNCIS-ENT) certification is designed for experienced networking professionals with beginner to intermediate knowledge of routing and switching implementations in Junos. JNCIS-ENT candidates should have a basic understanding of routing and switching technologies and related platform configuration and troubleshooting skills. To earn the JNCIS-ENT, candidates must hold the Certified Internet Associate Junos (JNCIA-Junos) certification and pass a written exam.

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The Juniper Networks, Certified Internet Professional - Enterprise Routing and Switching Professional (JNCIP-ENT) certification is for individuals who possess an understanding of networking technology in general and Juniper Networks enterprise routing and switching platforms. To earn the JNCIP-ENT, candidates must hold the Certified Internet Specialist - Enterprise Routing and Switching (JNCIS-ENT) certification and pass a written exam.

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