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What is a TAB's technician job like? What is the common workplace? What kind of education and/or training is necessary? Are there a lot of jobs in this type of work? Is it the same as a HVAC Technician? Is it similar to a building automation technician? What are some similar occupations? Are there any certifications needed? Please and thank you for all and any help! What kind of math is involved in testing, adjusting, and balancing?
2 answers - Asked By: Devin DoWright - 12/30/2012
HVAC was my first thought but when I heard building automation was more on the technical side, I think I would like building automation systems a little more. Where can find information on the job outlook or employment growth and need for building automation technicians? Are there any companies or programs in Atlanta,GA that have paid apprentice jobs that require no experience for building automation or HVAC? What is the required education level for this type of work?
1 answer - Asked By: Devin DoWright - 12/18/2012
How likely is it to get a job after studying building automated systems? What is the average education level for this type of work? How closely related is it to HVAC? What are some of the different job titles or similar occupations?
1 answer - Asked By: Devin DoWright - 12/18/2012
I just graduated from the electronics engineering technician program at Niagara College. Everywhere I have applied to jobs all around the world and the only responses Ive recieved explain taht I need more experience. What did some of you do right out of school? I was set to join the military but health problems are now keeping me out indefinitely. Where is the best place in the world to get an entry level job for electronics? Please forgive the grammar and typing mistakes.
1 answer - Asked By: Alexander - 5/25/2012
I'm looking for a good school in my area of georgia to study building automation systems and just want to know what a day on the job is like. Is it more contracted work or is it work at one specific company in one location everyday? Is it very physical? Does it involve a lot of math? What are the best certifications to have in BAS? What is the biggest concentration in this occupation? Are there alot of jobs in this industry? What are some of the different job titles in BAS? Are there any other professions similar that can be obtained with the education and training from BAS? If someone could answer some or all these questions I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you.
1 answer - Asked By: Devin DoWright - 12/6/2012
Machine automation is our key to the future, I'm considering taking up programming, but I'm not sure which language is best suited for machine automation. Both simple or detailed answer is appreciated. Thanks!
3 answers - Asked By: SecruoseR - 3/23/2011
I have an associates degree in electrical and computer engineering technology and went to school to be an electronics test technician. the job i had as a test technician laid almost everyone off and im searching for new jobs. my job search for test technician and electronics technician is not getting me anywhere and im looking for different job titles that fit with my degree. what other job titles should i be searching for? i really want a job that involves troubleshooting electronics, any ideas?
1 answer - Asked By: TT - 6/2/2009
I being an Instrumentation engineer of 4+ yrs of exp in automation/DCS/PLC commissioning, now want to change my domain totally into Networking. Will doing the CCNA certification help me in this, and how good are the opportunities in getting a job in this profile in a good company?
1 answer - Asked By: souvik - 12/19/2012
Where do most people get jobs like that? I would like to install this stuff in new houses are there jobs like that? I live in a wealthy area where a lot of houses have home theatres and entertainment systems.
4 answers - Asked By: Chris - 2/22/2012
I have been looking at various job future sites, but have been thus far unable to find information specific to this industry in the province of Ontario. I am an under-employed teacher and want to change careers in order to obtain steady employment, and my wife wants to remain close to her family in Ontario. I am considering a 2 year MLIS or a 2 year distance technician diploma. Any insights, relevant links, and information appreciated!
1 answer - Asked By: Qoheleth - 1/30/2013
Is anyone a clinical Lab tech? If so, what is your job like on a daily basis?
3 answers - Asked By: - 1/29/2011
I'm about to start taking courses in Building Automation at a local technical college and want to know if this online degree will better my chances getting a job in my career of choice? In the meantime are there any jobs I will be eligible for with this degree? Any advice will be appreciated.
1 answer - Asked By: Devin DoWright - 12/29/2012
I'm thinking of obtaining my Masters degree in library science but am worried that I won't be able to find a full time job after graduation. I'm willing to move almost anywhere for a really good position. How hard will it be for me to get a job?
2 answers - Asked By: Bard - 2/17/2012
Do I need to attend a school? Which schools do you recommend? Community college? What do they get paid on average?
2 answers - Asked By: - 5/23/2012
Not jobs that have enough workers, not jobs that can be replaced by automation or outsourcing. Not jobs that are deadly (e.g. radiation). Thanks.
1 answer - Asked By: Jack Bent - 9/15/2011
I am an electrical engineer major in Automation control (Programmable Logical Controlers) and I was laid off since February 2009. I am feeling desperate because I feel very consumed with my survival jobs to apy my bills and also I have been in many interviews without success. I am feeling alone facing my pain and would love to connect with other people at the same boat as me. I am looking fro an internship or any activity I can do to stay close to my field. Your answers are very welcome!
2 answers - Asked By: FreeMan - 5/20/2011
Ok sorry if this is long but please take the time to read this. I graduated 4 years ago with a degree in chemical engineering. I am on my 3rd job since graduation, working as an automation engineer for a consulting company where I set up process control systems. Basically I spend the majority of my time sitting in a cubicle configuring process control strategies for chemical plants, power plants, pharmaceutical manufacturing plants, etc. Even though it's not a bad job, it really isn't my passion at all and I'm getting bored out of control with it. I can't see myself doing this stuff for the rest of my life. I feel what I do has such a small impact on anything or anyone. Even though I enjoy being around people, I'm not the most outgoing person in the world but I definitely don't feel like the cubicle life fits me at all. I would love a job where I can help people and impact them directly, as well as be able to interact with people on a daily basis other than my few socially awkward, geeky cube mates (don't mean to be offensive but it's the truth). Therefore, I'm thinking about switching my career to pharmacy. Optometry and medical research would be two potential other choices but I believe I would enjoy pharmacy the most. I love interacting with and helping people, and would love to work in the medical field, but nothing messy or one that requires another 10 years of school. I would actually love to work in a hospital and leave the corporate, office cubicle life behind for good. I would like to be a hospital or clinical pharmacist and eventually get into oncology pharmacy. My mom works as an ophthalmic technician (checks peoples eyes) and I envy her so much because she loves her job and gets to work in a hospital or clinic meeting new people and helping them see better. I'm only 25, still single, and think it's now or never to make this move. There's an accelerated pharmacy program near me that will take 3 years to complete after I finish taking my prerequisites. Do you think this would be a worthwhile change? I don't want to make the same mistake I made before and get into something I will regret. Or would there be any other good options I have? Thanks for your time.
3 answers - Asked By: MikeB - 4/7/2013
And what's the difference between a lab technician and a medical lab technician.
1 answer - Asked By: Mattie - 3/7/2009
0 - Asked By: Robert W - 1/16/2007
Ok sorry if this is long but please take the time to read this. I graduated 4 years ago with a degree in chemical engineering. I am on my 3rd job since graduation, working as an automation engineer for a consulting company where I set up process control systems. Basically I spend the majority of my time sitting in a cubicle configuring process control strategies for chemical plants, power plants, pharmaceutical manufacturing plants, etc. Even though it's not a bad job, it really isn't my passion at all and I'm getting bored out of control with it. I can't see myself doing this stuff for the rest of my life. I feel what I do has such a small impact on anything or anyone. Even though I enjoy being around people, I'm not the most outgoing person in the world but I definitely don't feel like the cubicle life fits me at all. I would love a job where I can help people and impact them directly, as well as be able to interact with people on a daily basis other than my few socially awkward, geeky cube mates (don't mean to be offensive but it's the truth). Therefore, I'm thinking about switching my career to pharmacy. Optometry and medical research would be two potential other choices but I believe I would enjoy pharmacy the most. I love interacting with and helping people, and would love to work in the medical field, but nothing messy or one that requires another 10 years of school. I would actually love to work in a hospital and leave the corporate, office cubicle life behind for good. I would like to be a hospital or clinical pharmacist and eventually get into oncology pharmacy. My mom works as an ophthalmic technician (checks peoples eyes) and I envy her so much because she loves her job and gets to work in a hospital or clinic meeting new people and helping them see better. I'm only 25, still single, and think it's now or never to make this move. There's an accelerated pharmacy program near me that will take 3 years to complete after I finish taking my prerequisites. Do you think this would be a worthwhile change? I don't want to make the same mistake I made before and get into something I will regret. Or would there be any other good options I have? Thanks for your time.
1 answer - Asked By: MikeB - 4/9/2013
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