Most activities have become totally dependent on computers. They are used in homes, corporate fields, educational organizations and welfare services. Consequently, there is a great need for computer repair technicians. There are many organizations unable to find qualified technicians, to maintain their equipment. A number of colleges and institutes offer certified diploma courses in this field and this has led to an increase of interest in computer repair technology.
The computer repair technicians are involved in the installation, repair and maintenance of computer systems. They could work in a team of support staff, in organizations with a complex computer network, such as specialist IT maintenance service companies. There are commercial contract undertakings and computer manufacturers, dealing with home-users' computing problems. There are certain technicians who conduct their own small businesses, combining computer retail sales, with repair and upgrade services. Generally, the entry-level qualifications for the institutes include, NCFE Certificate for IT Practitioners, General Level 2, BTEC First Certificate, Level 2 and National Certificate IT Practitioners, ICT Systems Support, Level 3.
The computer repair technicians are involved in the installation, repair and maintenance of computer systems. They could work in a team of support staff, in organizations with a complex computer network, such as specialist IT maintenance service companies. There are commercial contract undertakings and computer manufacturers, dealing with home-users' computing problems. There are certain technicians who conduct their own small businesses, combining computer retail sales, with repair and upgrade services. Generally, the entry-level qualifications for the institutes include, NCFE Certificate for IT Practitioners, General Level 2, BTEC First Certificate, Level 2 and National Certificate IT Practitioners, ICT Systems Support, Level 3.