School Subject: Industrial Arts(Electronics)

  • Papermaking and Coating Control Operators

    Legacy duties

    • Operate, co-ordinate and monitor the operation of papermaking and papercoating process equipment from central control room or from machine consoles and control panels in equipment cabins to make paper from pulp stock, mix chemicals and dyes, and coat paper products
    • Control process operations and machinery using a distributed control system and process computers
    • Observe panel indicators, gauges, video monitors and other instruments to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure papermaking and coating processes are operating according to process specifications
    • Analyze instrument readings and production test samples and make adjustments or direct other papermaking and finishing machine operators to make adjustments to papermaking and coating process and equipment as required
    • Complete and maintain production reports.
  • Computer Programmer

    Computer programmers write code for software, websites, and other digital tools. They help turn design ideas into working programs and may update older systems to keep them running well. Their work often includes testing code, finding and fixing errors, and making changes based on feedback. Programmers may also review technical requirements, create simple documentation, and work with other developers, analysts, or clients to solve problems. Depending on the workplace, they may focus on one part of a larger system or work on several tasks during the same project. In many settings, they need to stay current with new programming languages, tools, and methods.

  • Web Designers and Developers

    Legacy duties

    • Consult with clients to develop and document Web site requirements
    • Prepare mock-ups and storyboards
    • Develop Web site architecture and determine hardware and software requirements
    • Source, select and organize information for inclusion and design the appearance, layout and flow of the Web site
    • Create and optimize content for the Web site using a variety of graphics, database, animation and other software
    • Plan, design, write, modify, integrate and test Web-site related code
    • Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls
    • May lead and co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams to develop Web site graphics, content, capacity and interactivity
    • May research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products
  • Petroleum, Gas and Chemical Process Operators

    Legacy duties

    • Operate electronic or computerized control panel from a central control room to monitor and optimize physical and chemical processes for several processing units
    • Control process start-up, shut-down and troubleshooting
    • Monitor outside process equipment
    • Adjust equipment, valves, pumps and controls and process equipment
    • Authorize or co-sign maintenance work orders
    • Shut down, isolate and prepare process units or production equipment for maintenance
    • Sample products, perform tests, record data, carry out statistical process control on process operations, and write production logs
    • Develop operator procedures for normal operation, start-up or shut-down of unit
    • Participate in safety audits and programs and provide emergency response when required
    • Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations
    • May rotate between different processing units during shift cycles
    • May work in a team with shared supervisory responsibilities and participate in training other workers
    • May be cross-trained in a skilled trade and work in the trade during shift cycles.
  • Information Systems Analysts and Consultants

    Legacy duties

    • Information systems business analysts and consultants confer with clients to identify and document requirements, conduct business and technical studies, design, develop, integrate and implement information systems business solutions, and provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management, security and service delivery.
    • Systems security analysts confer with clients to identify and document requirements, assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware, and develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches.
    • Information systems quality assurance analysts develop and implement policies and procedures throughout the software development life cycle to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness and overall quality of software products and information systems.
    • Systems auditors conduct independent third-party reviews to assess quality assurance practices, software products and information systems.
  • Fabricators

    Legacy duties

    • Operate and monitor process equipment including automatic and semi-automatic machines to fabricate electronic components, solder, clean, seal and stamp components and perform other process operations as specified
    • Set up process equipment and adhere to cleanroom procedures as required.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineers

    Legacy duties

    • Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of electrical generation and distribution networks, electrical machinery and components and electronic communications, instrumentation and control systems, equipment, and components
    • Prepare material cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for electrical and electronic systems and equipment
    • Design electrical and electronic circuits, components, systems and equipment
    • Supervise and inspect the installation, modification, testing and operation of electrical and electronic systems and equipment
    • Develop maintenance and operating standards for electrical and electronic systems and equipment
    • Investigate electrical or electronic failures
    • Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for construction or maintenance
    • Supervise technicians, technologists, programmers, analysts and other engineers.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers may specialize in a number of areas including electrical design for residential, commercial or industrial installations, electrical power generation and transmission, and instrumentation and control systems.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists

    Legacy duties

    • Design, develop and test power equipment and systems, industrial process control systems, telecommunication, broadcast, recording and audiovisual systems, micro-electronic systems and circuits, computers, computer systems and networks, and computer software
    • Supervise the building and testing of prototypes according to general instructions and established standards
    • Conduct or supervise the installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems other than aircraft electronics or instruments
    • Carry out applied research in fields of electrical and electronic engineering and physics under the direction of scientists or engineers
    • Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems
    • Write specifications, schedules and technical reports and control schedules and budgets.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians

    Legacy duties

    • Assist in the design, development and testing of electrical and electronic components, equipment, and systems
    • Assist in inspection, testing, adjusting and evaluation of incoming electrical, electro-mechanical and electronic components and assemblies to ensure conformance with product specifications and tolerances
    • Conduct life tests (burn-ins) on assemblies and record and analyze results
    • Assist in building and testing prototypes to specifications
    • Carry out a limited range of technical functions in support of research in electrical and electronic engineering and physics
    • Install, operate and maintain electrical and electronic equipment and systems
    • Calibrate electrical or electronic equipment and instruments according to technical manuals and written instructions
    • Collect and compile operational or experimental data and assist in the preparation of estimates, schedules, budgets, specifications and reports.
  • Electronics Assemblers

    Legacy duties

    • Solder and manually assemble various electronic components such as resistors, diodes, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, switches, wires and other electronic parts to designated locations on printed circuit boards
    • Assemble microcircuits requiring fine hand assembly, the use of microscopes and adherence to cleanroom procedures
    • Install, mount, fasten, align and adjust parts, components, wiring and harnesses to subassemblies and assemblies using hand and small power tools
    • Operate automatic and semi-automatic machines to position, solder and clean prescribed components on printed circuit boards
    • May replace defective components and repair and overhaul older devices.