Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID)
Credential: Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID)
Credentialing Agency: Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)
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.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 4 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)
5 Depot Street
Greencastle, IN 46135
Phone: (800) 288-3824
Fax: (765) 653-4287
Email: eta@eta-i.org
Written Exam
- Electronics Fundamentals
- Introduction to RFID
- RF Fundamentals
- Method of Communication
- Tag Characteristics
- Fundamentals of Interrogator Communications
- Methods and Protocols
- Standards and Regulations
- Physical Layers
- Software Layers
- Site Analysis
- Design Selection
- Installation
- Troubleshooting an RFID System
- Instrumentation
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID) examination:
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Best Sources
- ETA-I Accredited Course Approval Programs
- ETA-I Certification Booklet
- ETA-I Certification FAQs
- ETA-I Certification for Military Professionals
- ETA-I Certification Renewal and Maintenance
- ETA-I Common Formulas
- ETA-I Industry Links and Resources
- ETA-I Online Store - Study Materials (for purchase)
- ETA-I Test Sites
- Journeyman CET Upgrade Form (e-form)
- Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID) Competency Requirements
RECERTIFICATION
Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID)
Renewal Period: 4 years
Additional considerations for the Radio Frequency Identification Technical Specialist (RFID) include:
- Candidates who obtain a Stand-Alone RFID and later complete the Associate CET (CETa) are eligible to upgrade to a Journeyman CET. Additional requirements include two or more years of combined work and electronics training.