A Network and Telecommunication Technician is a person specializing in the design, support, operation and maintenance of data transmission networks.
After graduating, Network and Telecommunication Technicians are generally oriented towards ICT occupations, as defined in relevant EU regulations, and take up jobs (either as employees or as freelancers) related to the design, support, operation and maintenance of data transmission networks in the public or private sector.
Network and Telecommunication Technicians perform technical tasks on data transmission networks, information systems or individual computers in an independent, timely and responsible manner, according to the general or specific instructions of the respective manufacturer. They develop data transmission networks (either on their own or in development teams) demonstrating full understanding of the functional requirements described in the relevant manuals (requirement analysis) or in the development manager’s instructions.
Network and Telecommunication Technicians are meticulous and highly specialized professionals. They should be well-organized and have keen observational skills, analytical and practical thinking. Moreover, they should work fastidiously, systematically and methodically.
They should also be proficient in applying the principles of computer operation, managing telecommunication and data transmission networks via the operating system or any other management tools. Finally, they should be able to monitor, check and maintain all network facilities at an initial level.
IEK Network and Telecommunications Technicians acquire the necessary knowledge and skills so that they can:
Furthermore, for the purposes of checking, repairing and maintaining/servicing telecommunication devices, they are also familiar with:
IEK Network and Telecommunication Technicians can work in:
They usually work in the IT and Network centres/departments of various institutions/companies or in their own private business (as freelancers). As employees, they usually work regular hours but, in exceptional circumstances, they may work overtime to respond to emergencies, either remotely or in the client’s business premises. In the latter case, the number of working hours is determined by the client’s business activities and needs.
If they work for a bank or an internet telecommunication company, they may have to work in shifts. In general, they have to work long hours in front of a computer screen or a network management terminal.
The variety of activities involved in the occupation (meeting with clients, conducting office or study work, working in labs or constructing) and the frequent movement to various workplaces and premises lend interest and satisfaction to those working in this sector.
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