Radio Technician Electrical & Electronic Trades Workers
SaveWhat Does a Radio Technician Do?
Radio technicians install, adjust, test, maintain, and repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems. They also monitor their performance and determine causes of faults.
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Electromagnetism
The study of electromagnetic forces and the interaction between electric and magnetic fields. The interaction between electrically charged particles can create magnetic fields with a certain range or frequency and electricity can be produced by the changing of these magnetic fields.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Radio Technician
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialElectromagnetism knowledge
The study of electromagnetic forces and the interaction between electric and magnetic fields. The interaction between electrically charged particles can create magnetic fields with a certain range or frequency and …
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EssentialAnalog Electronics Theory knowledge
The theory based on analogue circuits in which volumes (voltage or current) continuously vary over time.
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EssentialElectronics Principles knowledge
The study of electric energy, more specifically electron, control and its prominent principles regarding integrated circuits and electrical systems.
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EssentialCalibrate Electronic Instruments skill
Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is …
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EssentialEstimate Duration Of Work skill
Produce accurate calculations on time necessary to fulfil future technical tasks based on past and present information and observations or plan the estimated duration of individual tasks in a given …
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EssentialExecute Analytical Mathematical Calculations skill
Apply mathematical methods and make use of calculation technologies in order to perform analyses and devise solutions to specific problems.
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EssentialMaintain Electronic Equipment skill
Check and repair electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.
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EssentialOperate Electronic Measuring Instruments skill
Tend a wide variety of devices for measuring electronic characteristics of system components, such as optical power meter, fibre power meter, digital power meter and multimeter.
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EssentialSolder Electronics skill
Operate and use soldering tools and soldering iron, which supply high temperatures to melt the solder and to join electronic components.
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EssentialUse Repair Manuals skill
Apply the information, such as periodic maintenance charts, step by step repair instructions, troubleshooting information and overhaul procedures to perform routine maintenance and repairs.
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EssentialAssemble Telecommunications Devices skill
Put together the parts and components of devices using technological methods for the transmission and reception of information.
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EssentialInspect Cables skill
Examine cables and lines to detect possible breakage or damage.
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EssentialInstall Electronic Communication Equipment skill
Set up and deploy digital and analogue electronic communications. Understand electronic diagrams and equipment specifications.
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EssentialInstall Monitors For Process Control skill
Plan and deploy a system of monitors for controlling specific processes in an organisation or a system.
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EssentialInterpret Electronic Design Specifications skill
Analyse and understand detailed electronic design specifications.
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EssentialInterpret Technical Information For Electronic Repair Work skill
Analyse and understand given technical information for electronic repair work.
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EssentialMaintain Radio Communications Equipment skill
Perform testing or repairing activities on radio transmitting and receiving equipment, such as testing control circuits.
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EssentialOperate Signal Generator skill
Tend electronic devices or software tone generators that produce digital or analog repeating or non-repeating electronic signals in order to design, test and repair electronic and acoustic equipment.
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Optional Skills (4 of 4 displayed)
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OptionalMicrowave Principles knowledge
The technologies used in transmission of information or energy via electromagnetic waves between 1000 and 100,000 MHz.
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OptionalInstall Low Voltage Wiring skill
Plan, deploy, troubleshoot and test low voltage wiring.
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OptionalManage ICT Project skill
Plan, organize, control and document procedures and resources, such as human capital, equipment and mastery, in order to achieve specific goals and objectives related to ICT systems, services or products, …
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OptionalMaintain Theatre Equipment skill
Check up on, maintain and repair tools and machinery used for onstage purposes, such as lighting equipment, stage sets or scene-change machinery.
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