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Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers $51,000
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Similar skills & knowledge

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Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

Troubleshooting
Figuring out what is causing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs to not work.

Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.

Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

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skills & knowledge Gaps

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Transportation Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Very Low
Transportation Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Medium

Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

Design Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Low
Design Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Medium

Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Engineering and Technology Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Low
Engineering and Technology Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
High

Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

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Mathematics Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Low
Mathematics Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Medium

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

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Typical Level Of Training

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Typical level Of training for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

High school diploma or equivalent

Typical level Of training for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

Postsecondary certificate

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Licensing

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Licensing for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

No license found in District of Columbia

Certification

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Certification for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

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Certification for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

4 related certifications

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