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Automotive Electrical Assembly: Intermediate comprehends various diverse practical and visual skills with knowledge of specialized materials and techniques. An automotive electrical assembly technician is responsible for providing the highest quality product for the customer: by Applying knowledge of electrical principles to read and problem-solve complex wiring schematics; assembling, installing and mounting electrical components and wire harnesses. Assembly technicians, also called team assemblers or fabricators, are manufacturing workers who use tools, machines and their hands to put together components on products like cars. Assembly technicians may also spot defective parts, advice engineers and designers about the length of time needed to perform a certain assembly and decide how tasks should be distributed. This book will introduce the knowledge and skills for those studying and/or working in automotive industry to interpret and convey information in response to workplace requirements.
About this Book
The information in this book consists of basic to core competencies that a person must achieve to: mount/install electrical parts and electronic units to automotive vehicle body in accordance with manufacturer’s specification. It also covers headlight focus aiming operations. A person who has achieved this qualification is competent to be Automotive Electrical Assembly Technician.
About the Electrical Assembly Industry
Today, a successful career in modern manufacturing requires focused training and expertise in skills that were unheard of decades ago. Fewer jobs are available for those with no skills or experience, and instead manufacturing companies are looking for those with skills and knowledge in manufacturing and technology. In addition, manufacturing jobs today often pay more than jobs in the service sector. Having a successful manufacturing career today, such as a career as an electrical assembly technician, puts you on the path to a life that offers steady challenging work with potential for growth and good pay. An electrical assembly technician is responsible for the assembly, inspection, and maintenance of electrical devices. These devices include equipment and tools used in manufacturing, as well as electrical devices developed and manufactured by modern manufacturers. For example, in the automotive industry, automotive electrical assembly technicians are responsible for the manufacturing of electronic components used in automotive. They may also be called upon to design, install, and maintain those components. Their job involves tasks such as electrical cable assembly and wire installations.
