15 July 1981
| Element | Work Processes | Hours |
| A | Individuals will learn to recognize, care for, and use the following equipment and tools-- (1) Equipment: (a) Voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, multirange and power meters. (b) Tube and transitor testers. (c) Waveform monitors, signal generators, and osciloscopes. (2) Tools: (a) Screwdrivers and nutdrivers. (b) Pliers, drills, and reamers. (c) Wrenches, hammers, and snips. (d) Soldering tool, torches and components. (e) Hacksaws, clamps, rules, and vises. (f) Various specialized tools utilized within the trade. | 800 |
| B | Individuals must possess skills and knowledge as below:-- (1) Will be able to interpret schematics, layout drawings, circuit diagrams, and cable diagrams. (2) Will be required to use manuals, handbooks, and catalogs for assistance in methods and techniques. (3) Will be able to use existing standards of testing inoperable equipment. (4) Will be able to use all standard test devices previously defined for pretest and posttest electronic equipment and components. (5) Apply basic electrical theory of direct and alternating current. (6) Apply basic electronic theory and fundamentals. | 1000 |
| C | Operation and maintenance of electronic systems and equipment-- (1) Inspects equipment to determine operational readiness. (2) Perform preventive checks on equipment. (3) Test equipment for accuracy to meet required standards. (4) Perform minor adjustments or alignment as necessary for operation or accuracy. | 1000 |
| D | Troubleshooting-- (1) Visually inspect for damage externally. (2) Utilize schematic wiring diagrams and troubleshooting charts. (3) Sectionalize malfunction of equipment by checking the mechanical or electrical action of component parts with test equipment and other indicators. (4) Localize problems to subassembly or circuit. (5) Isolate defective parts or components with test equipment. (6) Disassemble and reassemble equipment as required for troubleshooting. | 2200 |
| E | Repair-- (1) Removal of equipment from enclosures, such as cabinet cases of metal boxes. (2) Dismantles and repairs circuit wiring and defective parts and components including modules. (3) Substitutes component, mechanical and electronic, and fabricates simple parts. (4) Adjusts relays, dials, and microswitches using acceptable procedures and hand tools. (5) Perform soldering and unsoldering on circuity and components. (6) Test operates, aligns, and compares repaired equipment with test standards. | 2400 |
| F | Miscellaneous and Safety-- (1) Shall be trained in all safety practices related to each operation performed. (2) Apply first aid as required for emergencies. (3) Final check for overall operating characteristics and proper operation. (4) Lubricate per requirements and as necessary. (5) Maintain equipment and material records. | 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 Electrical Repairer taken from an accredited institution, providing the courses are similar to the courses taken for a Electrical Repairer program in a community college/vocational school.
End of Pamphlet 621-132 Electrical Repairer
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