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Industrial Control
The Electrical Control Systems worker does more than change light bulbs at some of Australia’s largest industrial sites. Think bigger and you’re nearly there!They select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain control systems for manufacturing and other processes in industry.What sort of things do Industrial Control workers do?
- Read and interpret plans and specifications
- Install wiring and control systems equipment
- Design and/or modify electric circuits
- Set up electrical control equipment
- Test and perform initial operations
- Perform regular maintenance on control systems
- Examine, test and repair faulty control systems
Where do Industrial Control workers work?
- Mines
- Power stations and oil refineries
- Manufacturing Plants
- Large organisations, such as hospitals
You may enjoy being a Industrial Control if you...
- Are practical and good with your hands
- Are interested in technical and mechanical activities
- Are physically fit
- Have good eyesight and normal colour vision
- Are able to do precise and detailed work
- Can diagnose faults and work on solutions
What sort of training do you need?
To work in Electrical/Industrial Control Systems usually requires completion of an Apprenticeship in Electro-technology Instrumentation and Control. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10 with good results in English, maths and science. The length of training can vary, but will generally take about 4 years and will involve both on-the-job and off-the-job components. The off-the-job training is provided through Registered Training Organisations to Certificate III level. You may be able to start training for this occupation while still at school. Ask your career adviser for details.Smart Move
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Industrial Control Skillaroo Ben Dean
