DOD Civilian COOL Summary - 2892 - Aircraft Electrician

Credential	Agency	Related As	GI Bill^®	Accreditation
Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
RADAR Electronics Technician (RAD) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some	GI Bill	Accreditation
Master Certified Electronics Technician (CETma) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most	GI Bill
Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Most	GI Bill
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Some	GI Bill
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Computer Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Some	GI Bill
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Industrial Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Some	GI Bill
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Medical Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Some	GI Bill
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Radar Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Some	GI Bill
Certified Control Systems Technician - Level I (CCST-I) Is Not In Demand	International Society of Automation (ISA)	Some
Wireless Communications Electronics Technician (WCM) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some	GI Bill	Accreditation
Industrial Electronics Technician (IND) Is In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) Is Not In Demand	American Society for Quality (ASQ)	Some	GI Bill
Line and Antenna Sweep (LAS) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
Certified Aerospace Technician Core Is Not In Demand	SpaceTEC	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) Is Not In Demand	National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT)	Most
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Consumer Electronics Is Not In Demand	International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)	Some	GI Bill
AET-Radio Communication Systems (AET-RCS) Is Not In Demand	National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT)	Some
AET-Dependent Navigation Systems (AET-DNS) Is Not In Demand	National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT)	Some
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESI) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Certified Control Systems Technician - Level II (CCST-II) Is Not In Demand	International Society of Automation (ISA)	Some
Certified Control Systems Technician - Level III (CCST-III) Is Not In Demand	International Society of Automation (ISA)	Some
AET-Onboard Communication & Safety Systems Standards (OCS) Is Not In Demand	National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT)	Most
AET-Autonomous Navigation Systems (ANS) Is Not In Demand	National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT)	Some
General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) Is Not In Demand	Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC)	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) Is Not In Demand	Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC)	Most		Accreditation
Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) Is Not In Demand	Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC)	Most	GI Bill	Accreditation
Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) Is Not In Demand	Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC)	Most		Accreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Security-Surveillance (RESI-SS) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Environmental Control (RESI-EC) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Computer Networking (RESI-CN) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Closed Circuit TV (RESI-CCTV) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Audio-Video (RESI-AV) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Passive Intermodulation Testing (PIM) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Mobile Communications and Electronics Installer (MCEI) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Master Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESIma) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some
General Communications Technician - Level 2 (GCT2) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Some		Accreditation
Electronics Associate DC (EM1) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most		Accreditation
Electronics Associate AC (EM2) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most		Accreditation
Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most		Accreditation
Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most		Accreditation
Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) Is Not In Demand	Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)	Most		Accreditation

Civilian Job	Duties Matched	Registered Apprenticeship	Local Salary Info
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians	Most	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Avionics Technicians	Most	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment	Most	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment	Some	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Electrical Drafters	Some	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Electrical Engineering Technicians	Some	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Electricians	Most	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Electro-Mechanical Technicians	Most	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Mechanical Engineering Technicians	Some	Apprenticeship	find local salary
Robotics Technicians	Some		find local salary

Click here to go to Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) certification is an entry-level credential for electronics technicians who have less than two years of experience or who have trade school training in the field of electronics. Applicants for the CETa must meet the experience or training requirement and pass the exam.

Click here to go to RADAR Electronics Technician (RAD) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), RADAR Electronics Technician (RAD) is a journeyman-level certification recommended for radar electronics technicians with knowledge of radar basics and concepts applicable to all types of avionics, maritime and land systems. RADAR Electronics Technicians must be knowledgeable and have abilities in the following technical and human relations areas: Block Diagrams and Schematics, Components, Cabling and Antennas, Hand Tools & Soldering, Mathematics, Amplifiers, RADAR Transceivers, Interfacing, Satellite, Wireless, and Data Communications, Computers and Digital Concepts, Software Programming, Troubleshooting, and People Relations. Candidates must hold the Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) certification prior to taking the RADAR exam. Individuals with a valid FCC Element 8, and either the ETA Associate CET (CETa) or a Journeyman (CET) certification, are eligible for a rollover to an ETA RADAR certification. Candidates must take a written exam.

Click here to go to Master Certified Electronics Technician (CETma) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr) certification is intended for, but not limited to, the professional electronics service technicians, technician managers, consultants, and electronics educators who have been active in the industry for six or more years. The CETsr candidates must pass an entire certification exam which includes the Associate level exam, plus one of the specialized Journeyman options. The CETsr exam focuses on advanced practice and theory applicable to the electronics specialty selected.

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 - Industrial COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Industrial. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; characteristics and applications of industrial electronics components, the operation of devices such as triacs, SCRs, diacs, and Shockley diodes. Also covered are various kinds of transducers, operation of transistors and op-amps, single-phase and three-phase control systems, motors, PLCs and industrial electronics safety and basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Applicants must pass a written exam.

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

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Medical. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; Electrical safety and accuracy of calibration for electro medical instruments, plus the need for prompt in-house electronic service, are the priorities in this option. The applicant is expected to demonstrate a familiarity with the basic concepts and vocabulary of instrumentation, telemetry, measurements, differential amplifier and operational amplifier applications. 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 Certified Control Systems Technician - Level I (CCST-I) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

ISA's Certified Control Systems Technician Program (CCST) offers third-party recognition of technicians' knowledge and skills in automation and control. CCSTs calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables. CCST certifications are available at three levels, and each level requires the successful completion of an examination. The CCST examination is only one requirement for certification. The candidate must also meet minimum requirements comprised of work experience and education.

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 Industrial Electronics Technician (IND) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Industrial Electronics Technician (IND) certification is an intermediate journeyman-level credential for electronics technicians. Candidates applying for the IND certification are expected to understand basic industrial electronics concepts applicable to various specialty areas of industrial electronics; Additionally, candidates must meet minimum experience requirements of at least two years working in the industry, this may include electronics training. IND candidates must be knowledgeable and have skills in the following areas: Amplifiers, Optical Wiring, Block Diagrams Schematics, Power Supplies, Test Equipment Tools, Mathematics, Computers Digital Concepts, Safety, Satellite Wireless Data, Communications, Cabling, Troubleshooting, Motors, Programmable Logic Controllers, and Software. Candidate must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) tests, calibrates, maintains and repairs electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, analytical and electronic measuring, recording and indicating instruments and equipment for conformance to established standards. Candidate must have five years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Calibration Technician Body of Knowledge (If the candidate has completed a degree from a college, university, or technical school with accreditation accepted by ASQ, part of the five-year experience requirement will be waived). Candidate must pass a written examination.

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 Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Avionics Electronics Technicians (AVN) certification is designed to assess the knowledge and skills of individuals who install, maintain and adjust electronics equipment, cabling and the accessories used in aviation communications and control equipment. It is highly recommended that the Avionics technician have an FCC General Radio Telephone Operator license. Candidates must hold the Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) certification prior to taking the Avionics Electronics Technician exam. Several of the topics covered in this examination include: Avionics Systems, Cabling, Computers and Digital Concepts, Amplifiers, Interfacing, Antennas and Transmission Lines Components, Mathematics, Network Topologies and Infrastructures, People Relations, Optical Cabling, Safety, Test Equipment and Tools and Satellite Communications.

Click here to go to Certified Aerospace Technician Core COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

SpaceTEC, Certified Aerospace Technician Core is an entry-level certification that covers general knowledge in the areas of introduction to aerospace, applied mechanics, basic electricity, test and measurements, materials and processes, and aerospace safety. To earn the Certified Aerospace Technician Core certification, applicants must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria and pass both a written exam and a practical exam. Applicants who do not receive a satisfactory score on the written exam will also be required to pass an oral exam.

Click here to go to Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) is NCATT's primary certification and is required for NCATT endorsements in the career field. AET certification recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. AET knowledge and skills include basic electronics facts, terminology, and principles, common maintenance practices, fundamentals of equipment maintenance, and aircraft fundamentals. There are no AET eligibility requirements. The AET written exam is open to all individuals regardless of career field, training, education or experience.

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

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Consumer Electronics. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; antennas and transmission lines, digital and linear circuits in consumer electronics, servicing problems on televisions and VCRs, use of test equipment, and troubleshooting consumer products. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to AET-Radio Communication Systems (AET-RCS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Aircraft Electronics Technician-Radio Communication Systems (AET-RCS) endorsement recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. AET-RCS knowledge and skills include safety, radio transmitters/receivers, communication systems, and satellite communications. Candidates must hold the NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification prior to taking the AET-RCS written exam.

Click here to go to AET-Dependent Navigation Systems (AET-DNS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Aircraft Electronics Technician-Dependent Navigation Systems (AET-DNS) endorsement recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. AET-DNS knowledge and skills include safety, antennas, Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) system, VHF Omni Directional Range (VOR) System, Distance Measurement Equipment (DME) System, Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) System, and Instrument Landing System (ILS). Candidates must hold the NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification prior to taking the AET-DNS written 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.

Click here to go to Certified Control Systems Technician - Level II (CCST-II) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

ISA's Certified Control Systems Technician Program (CCST) offers third-party recognition of technicians' knowledge and skills in automation and control. CCSTs calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables. CCST certifications are available at three levels, and each level requires the successful completion of an examination. The CCST examination is only one requirement for certification. The candidate must also meet minimum requirements comprised of work experience and education.

Click here to go to Certified Control Systems Technician - Level III (CCST-III) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

ISA's Certified Control Systems Technician Program (CCST) offers third-party recognition of technicians' knowledge and skills in automation and control. CCSTs calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables. CCST certifications are available at three levels, and each level requires the successful completion of an examination. To qualify to sit for the CCST examination, the candidate must have a minimum of 13 years of combined education, training, and/or experience.

Click here to go to AET-Onboard Communication & Safety Systems Standards (OCS) COOL Snapshot page.

The National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), AET-Onboard Communication & Safety Systems Standards (OCS) certification is an intermediate-level aerospace technician credential. The OCS certification is recommended for professionals who specialize in the inspection and maintenance of aircraft communication and safety systems. To receive the OCS certification, candidates are required to pass an exam.

Click here to go to AET-Autonomous Navigation Systems (ANS) COOL Snapshot page.

The National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), AET-Autonomous Navigation Systems (ANS) certification is an intermediate-level aerospace technician credential. The ANS certification is recommended for professionals who specialize in autonomous navigation systems. To receive the ANS certification, candidates are required to pass an exam.

Click here to go to General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), General Communications Technician Level 1 (GCT1) certification is an entry-level credential intended for radio communications technicians or engineers. The GCT1 certification is modeled after wide-ranging industry communication systems encompassing more specific detailed items along with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guidelines covering all disciplines in the COMT program. The purpose of the GCT1 is to provide basic certification testing that covers all areas a new radio communications technician or engineer will encounter in the public safety communications, business radio, or commercial radio field. ETA-I does not have minimum training, education, or experience requirements to take the certification exam.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills utilizing a multi-meter, function generator, and oscilloscope along with an electronic trainer and test cards. The certification validates applicant's knowledge of various AC theories, equipment, math, cabling, and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-AC certification.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of basic electrical theory, magnetism, electrical safety, electronic equipment and components laws, circuits and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-DC certification.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of various analog components, electronics, power, and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-A certification.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of various digital electricity and electronics theories, safety precautions, conversions, diagrams, and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-D certification.

Click here to go to Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Security-Surveillance (RESI-SS) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Environmental Control (RESI-EC) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Computer Networking (RESI-CN) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Residential Electronics Systems Integrator Closed Circuit TV (RESI-CCTV) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

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.

Click here to go to Passive Intermodulation Testing (PIM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Passive Intermodulation Testing (PIM) certification is an intermediate-level technician credential for professionals who install antennae in accordance with the IEC 60237 standard. PIM technicians use testing equipment hardware, connectors, jumpers and related antenna network elements to test antennae and equipment at any frequency range. Though ETA-I does not require specific education, training, or experience for the PIM certification, candidates are strongly encouraged to have the requisite knowledge and experience necessary to challenge the exam.

Click here to go to Mobile Communications and Electronics Installer (MCEI) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

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

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to General Communications Technician - Level 2 (GCT2) COOL Snapshot page.

The General Communications Technician Level 2 certification is a journeyman level program modeled after wide-ranging industry communication systems encompassing more specific detailed items along with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guidelines covering all the disciplines in the COMT program. The purpose of the GCT2 is to provide a certification program and that expands upon the coverage included in the GCT1 competencies. The GCT2 certification technician candidate must hold the GCT1 or the Associate CETa as the minimum pre-requisite certification. Prior RF experience is highly recommended.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate DC (EM1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate DC (EM1) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of various electrical and electronics concepts, electronic measurement equipment, electronic components, circuitry, and other related subjects specific to direct current (DC) electronics. The EM1 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate AC (EM2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate AC (EM2) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of AC, safety, cabling, and other procedures. The EM2 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of diodes, transistors, thyristors, integrated circuits, optoelectronic devices, power supplies, basic test equipment and measurements, mathematics and formulas, amplifiers, and other related subjects. The EM3 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of various digital electricity and electronics concepts, numbering systems and conversions, and other related subjects. The EM4 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of soldering, desoldering, tools, electrical conductors, AC power distribution, circuit protection, circuit controls, generators, motors, interfacing of electronics products, and technician work procedures. The EM5 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

In Demand

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ICAC

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Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)

Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)

Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

Registered Apprenticeship

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