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Digital device repair technician (level 3)

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Information about Digital device repair technician (level 3)

To manage the process of repairs to digital devices and replace device parts from end to end.

• Knowledge, skills and behaviours:
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  Knowledge

  • UK legislation and regulations concerning data protection and the importance of secure handling and destruction of consumer data and ethical data use including the associated risks.
  • Process maps or standard operating procedures.
  • Principles of effective communication with internal and external stakeholders including how service level expectations are set, escalation routes, and the importance of following these expectations.
  • Principles of the support process, including customer service, diagnosis, fault identification, software and or hardware replacement and quality control.
  • Approaches to multifunctional teamworking utilising digital tools and platforms.
  • Approaches to ensuring accessibility for all users and recognising the diversity of user needs when providing a service.
  • Current legislation impacts upon the occupation, including all relevant Health and Safety legislation, control of substances hazardous to health COSHH, and how it is put into practice in all areas of the workplace.
  • Risk assessments, procedures and protocols.
  • Process required when a battery is replaced.
  • Digital devices available in the marketplace.
  • Types of repair equipment, what they are used for and how they should be stored.
  • Prevention of Electro-Static Discharge ESD, what it is and how to manage ESD Protected Areas EPA.
  • Understand safe handling and maintenance practices and when stakeholders should be informed or educated.
  • Diagnosis process including the techniques for the use of diagnostic tools.
  • Categorisation of digital device faults and how to identify them.
  • Techniques for carrying out effective visual and physical inspections.
  • Sources of official diagnostic and repair guidelines for digital devices and how to follow them.
  • Waste disposal and recycling legislation and company processes, policies and procedures, including safe data disposal.
  • Typical repair timeframes and how to access this information.
  • Manufacturers documentation and standards.
  • The process and implications of replacing a main Printed Circuit Board PCB.
  • Principles of digital device repair and refurbishment including approaches to the replacement of faulty physical components of devices.
  • Best practice and fault finding, techniques and components parts when repairing or refurbishing a digital device.
  • The difference between operating systems, software and firmware and the implications of modifying these such as updating, downgrading or rooting.
  • Testing and calibration techniques, manual and systematic, such as water resistance testing and calibration of parts such as screens, speakers and cameras.
  • Quality assurance processes.
  • The stages within the digital device lifecycle and their role within it.
  • The impact of keeping technology alive for longer.
  • Process required for parts harvesting.
  • Principles of sustainability including green production techniques, processes and the use of recycled materials.
  • Time management techniques: Planning, prioritising, work scheduling, workflow management.
  • Principles and techniques of continuous improvement.
  • How the occupation fits into the wider digital landscape and any current regulatory requirements.
  • Data back up and the implications this has on the repair, including cloud verses local backup.
  • The process and implications of replacing common user-repairable components in devices.

  Skills

  • Use communication methods such as written, verbal or electronic, using industry terminology.
  • Extract key information to undertake repair process.
  • Follow all guidelines in line with relevant data protection legislation, ensuring all safety precautions are taken with consumer data.
  • Manage customer expectations.
  • Comply with health and safety and environmental legislation, policies and procedures.
  • Comply with procedures for usage of equipment in accordance with usage guidelines.
  • Assess and interpret risk to inform safe working practices.
  • Analyse, evaluate and advise the client about options for keeping technology alive for longer.
  • Apply environmental and sustainability procedures in compliance with regulations and standards for example, segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
  • Research industry updates, select and implement for the device and provide updates to stakeholders affected by the change.
  • Install relevant software or firmware.
  • Use continuous improvement principles and techniques, to make recommendations and share good practice.
  • Comply with processes in place to reduce Electro-Static Discharge ESD.
  • Maintain own workstation.
  • Use diagnostic tools to interpret faults, including no fault devices.
  • Record required information with accuracy.
  • Interpret manufacturers official repair guidance to decide on the most effective or practical fix for specific devices and shares with stakeholders.
  • Identify physical indicators of fault causes.
  • Replace a main PCB Printed Circuit Board.
  • Plan and prioritise own workload using time management techniques.
  • Comply with repair and refurbishment quality assurance standards.
  • Repair a digital device by applying repair practices and techniques.
  • Replace common user-repairable components in devices.

  Behaviours

  • Professional and customer service focussed - shows commitment to putting the customer first by delivering quality work.
  • Collaboration the ability to work with colleagues whilst contributing to a supportive and inclusive workplace, respectful of different views.
  • Safety mindset - ensures all work processes are carried out safely and report any concerns or risks.
  • Responsive and flexible - able to work at pace within deadlines and multitask
  • Seeks learning opportunities and continuous professional development.
  • Environmental awareness -Take personal responsibility for their own sustainable working practices.
  • Gathers stakeholders feedback to show the success of the repair.
• Apprenticeship category (sector): Digital
• Qualification level: 3; Equal to A level
• Course duration: 21 months
• Maximum funding: £11,000 ; Maximum government funding for ; apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
• Job titles include:
  • Digital engineer
  • Digital support advisor
  • Digital technician
  • Hardware engineer
  • Digital device refurbishment technician
  • Mobile device repair technician
  • Mobile phone repair technician
  • Smartphone device repair technician

View more information about Digital device repair technician (level 3) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.