15 July 1981
| Element | Work Processes | Hours |
| A | Orientation to Electronic Equipment such as, but not limited to: Signal Generators, Analyzers, Test Sets, Oscilloscopes and Various Meters (ie. volt, frequency, etc.)-- (1) Develop skills in the use, care and storage of handtools. (2) Apply proper shop and trade terminology used on the job. (3) Assist experienced repairer in the repair of electrical instrument equipment. (4) Care of shop and workbenches for general appearance. (5) Maintain test equipment, materials records and inventories. (6) Keep project records, job records and time cards. | 500 |
| B | Maintenance-- (1) Perform preventive checks on equipment. (2) Test equipment for accuracy to meet required tolerances. (3) Perform minor adjustments as necessary for operation or accuracy. | 600 |
| C | Troubleshooting-- (1) Visually inspect for damage. (2) Utilize schematic wiring diagrams and troubleshooting charts. (3) Analyze theory of operation of equipment requiring maintenance. (4) Sectionalize trouble to a major component. (5) Localize problems to subassembly or circuit. (6) Isolate defective parts of components with test equipment. (7) Observe high voltage warnings. (8) Disassemble equipment as required for troubleshooting. | 4000 |
| D | Repair-- (1) Removal of equipment from inclosures, such as cabinet cases or metal boxes. (2) Disassemble equipment as required for repair. (3) Reassemble equipment as required after repair. (4) Perform soldering and unsoldering on circuitry and components. (5) Replace defective parts or components. (6) Test replaces part of component for correct mechanical or electronic operation. | 1500 |
| E | Align and Adjust-- (1) Align electronic equipment to develop standards of operation. (2) Adjust electronic equipment for proper operation after repair using visual means and/or electronic test equipment. (3) Perform calibration adjustments as required. | 800 |
| F | Final Test-- (1) Perform final operation check of repaired equipment in accordance with charts, manuals and manufacturers service data. (2) Final check for overall operating characteristics and proper repair. | 600 |
| Grand | Total | 8000 |
Special Instructions: Work processes completed in a state or federally recognized apprenticeship program will be accepted upon presentation of proper documentation to the appropriate service school.
A total of 576 hours of related instruction is required in order to complete this program. Related instruction credit may be awarded individuals registered in the trade of Instrument Repairer (Electronic) taken from an accredited institution, providing the courses are similar to the courses taken for a Instrument Repairer (Electronic) program in a community college/vocational school.
End of Pamphlet 621-95 Instrument Repairer (Electronic)
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