Information Technology Hardware Technician
Apprenticeship and Certification Act
Unrestricted TradeTrade Code 634B
NOC 2282
Description
- Support clients in their use of computer applications and operating systems software
- Responsible for the installation of network components, hardware and software
- Troubleshoot information systems
- Assemble microcomputer systems from components
- Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing microcomputer hardware
- Configuring, optimizing and upgrading components and peripherals in microcomputer systems
- Create and maintain required documentation
- Train new users
- Research problems and investigate new software products
Personal Qualities
- You like working with computers and the latest technology
- You like problem solving and learning new things
- You have the stamina to sit at your workstation for hours
Career Opportunities
- Information technology analysts work for technology service companies, computer stores, all levels of governments, manufacturers, major retail chains, the military, banks, educational institutions and many other businesses
- Some information technology analysts have their own business
Educational/Training Requirements
- The minimum entry for apprenticeship is Grade 12
- Completion of a 6,420 hour apprenticeship program is required
Training Availability
Apprenticeship Training
Canadore College (program offered by Distance Education)
North Bay ONwww.canadorec.on.ca
Potential Earnings
- Apprentices are paid according to the company’s wage scale
- Wages1 typically range from $12.50 to $29.60 an hour, excluding overtime, with journeypersons usually earning the higher end of the wage scale
Prospects For Employment
- Employment is expected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 20092
Financial Incentives
- Employers who employ first, second and third year apprentices can apply for the Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit
