Those who are involved with installation and maintenance of the hardware part of the Computer are referred to as Computer technicians. They are also involved in repairing activities of the Computer. The aspirant should possess formal education, experience and some skill sets to become a Computer Technician. They also work with planning, design and implementation of computer network. The job profile of computer technician is not only restricted to maintenance of computer hardware but also with network trouble shooting, internet problems and so on.

They can specialize and work in any of the following job profiles such as

• Computer Forensics Specialist
• Customer Support Analyst
• Desktop Support Specialist
• Help Desk Technician
• Internet Professional
• Network Administrator
• Systems Administrator

Qualifying degree

Some sort of formal education is required to develop sufficient skills to become a computer technician. The bachelor degree in Computer Science or computer engineering or in communication is required to become a computer technician. Apart from bachelor, degree, short-term certificate courses may also help aspirants to obtain entry-level jobs in computer manufacturing and repairing firms. Additional training programs like internship or apprenticeship in companies operating in related profile will also help. Sufficient skills in hardware technology will help to resolve of hardware issues arising in computers.

Who are eligible to apply?

Those who have passed HSC class are eligible to apply for bachelor degree programs in Computers. The class XII studies must be pursued with Science as the major subject of study. Those who are pursuing short-term diploma or certificate programs in computer hardware should have passed matriculation. After completion of formal education, they can apply for job in any of the computer-manufacturing firms or with other vendor support desks. This helps them to gain sufficient experience in the area. Those with adequate experience and bachelor degree qualification can get in to senior job profiles in future.

Key elements in the process

• Pursue graduation with Computer Science as the major subject of study
• Obtain adequate knowledge and skills in trouble shooting hardware issues related to Computer
• Search and apply for the job profile of Computer Technician in firms operating in the same.

Skills required becoming a Computer Technician

The Computer technician must possess adequate technical knowledge in computer hardware. They should possess sufficient skills in analyzing and problem solving. Good communication is another prerequisite quality required for these professionals as they have to interact with people and to work in team. Patience and adequate trouble shooting skills are also preferred in these professionals.