MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA

MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA

MOS Description

Aircraft Electronic Communication/Navigation/ Cryptographic/Countermeasures System Technicians, at the IMA inspect, test, maintain, and repair airborne weapon replaceable assemblies, shop replaceable assemblies and ancillary equipment whose aggregate constitutes a complete Aircraft Communications, Navigation, Cryptographic, Countermeasures System or subsystem beyond normal fault isolation procedures.

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Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply.

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Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

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Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

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Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.

As a transitioning Marine, you may also want to visit the Marine Corps' Transition Readiness Program for other guidance regarding reentering the civilian workforce.

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Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

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COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you

The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.

For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the LEADER summary page.
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General Radiotelephone Operator License (PG) Is Not In Demand Federal Communications Commission (FCC) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
GMDSS Radio Maintainer License (DM) Is Not In Demand Federal Communications Commission (FCC) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
GMDSS Radio Operator License (DO) Is Not In Demand Federal Communications Commission (FCC) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Computer Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Industrial Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Radar Is Not In Demand International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) Is Not In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Industrial Electronics Technician (IND) In DemandIs In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) Is Not In Demand American Society for Quality (ASQ) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRP) In DemandIs In Demand Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Aerospace Technician Core Is Not In Demand SpaceTEC otherOther     GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) Is Not In Demand National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) Is Not In Demand National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
AET-Radio Communication Systems (AET-RCS) Is Not In Demand National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
AET-Dependent Navigation Systems (AET-DNS) Is Not In Demand National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
AET-Onboard Communication & Safety Systems Standards (OCS) Is Not In Demand National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) otherOther        
General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Distributed Antenna Systems Technician (DAS) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
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Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) Is Not In Demand Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) Is Not In Demand Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) Is Not In Demand Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
General Communications Technician - Level 2 (GCT2) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Gaming and Vending Technician (GVT) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Electronics Associate DC (EM1) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Electronics Associate AC (EM2) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation
Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) Is Not In Demand Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) someSome highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks    
Microwave Radio Technician (MRT) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) someSome   COOL BucksCOOL Bucks   AccreditationAccreditation

Department of Defense (DoD) Certifications

Some of these credentials may be funded thru the Marine Corps COOL program. To find out, search for these credentials in the "National Certifications and Federal Licenses" tab and look for the COOL Bucks icon.

The Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) Program

The Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) program is sponsored by the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) to professionalize the defense intelligence workforce by establishing a common standard of the fundamental knowledge and skills expected of all who serve and support, and those who hope to serve and support, in the Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE). 

The genesis of the IFPC program is based on the Department of Defense (DoD) Inspector General Report (No. DoDIG 2015-015), “Evaluation of DoD Intelligence Training and Education Programs for the Fundamental Competencies of the DoD Intelligence Workforce”. This report indicated the presence of critical skill gaps and a lack of knowledge and skill standards for entry-level/developmental intelligence professionals. To address these gaps and fulfill the recommendations of the report, a DIE Subject Matter Expert (SME) Working Group and the Certification Governance Council (CGC) collaborated to develop standards based on work and knowledge requirements common to the DIE components. Following a very successful pilot with volunteers from across the DIE, the IFPC Program Management Office (CPMO) was formally established to manage candidates and the testing and conferral processes.

The IFPC was designed as a complementary program to all other intelligence tradecraft certification programs. It is not a replacement for those programs, but instead serves as a foundation upon which the other DIE certifications are built.

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the LEADER summary page.

Apprenticeship

The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.

USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.

The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA:

Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.

Related Civilian Occupations

The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the LEADER summary page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.

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The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.

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A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS 6483 can be found below.

There are numerous opportunities available in the aviation industry. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) offers a range of career opportunities to individuals with different skills within its organization. Their workforce includes:

  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Aviation Safety Inspectors
  • Airways Transportation Systems Specialists
  • Community Planners
  • Security Inspectors
  • Engineers
  • Program Managers
  • Acquisition Specialists
  • Contract Specialists
  • Human Resources Professionals
  • Technicians

Consult the FAA Jobs website for additional information on aviation related career opportunities and job openings.

Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) is a non-profit society which represents all professionals in aviation maintenance and provides it's members information on aviation maintenance occupations.

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Click here to go to Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) web page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Department of Defense (DoD) Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) program is sponsored by the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) to professionalize the defense intelligence workforce by establishing a common standard of the fundamental knowledge and skills expected of all who serve and support, and those who hope to serve and support, in the Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE). The IFPC is based on the Defense Intelligence Fundamentals standards, which are cross-cutting and enterprise-wide, and depict the Department’s core expectations of what all Defense Intelligence Professionals, regardless of Service/Agency, Function/Specialty and experience level, must know and/or be able to do to successfully execute and/or contribute to the execution of intelligence missions, functions, and activities at the fundamental level. The IFPC will also serve to ensure incoming defense intelligence professionals meet knowledge standards. IFPC candidates must meet minimum eligibility requirements and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) certification is an entry-level credential for electronics technicians who have less than two years of experience or who have trade school training in the field of electronics. Applicants for the CETa must meet the experience or training requirement and pass the exam.

Click here to go to General Radiotelephone Operator License (PG) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), General Radiotelephone Operator License (PG) is an intermediate-level technician credential. PG candidates must have knowledge and skills to adjust, maintain, or internally repair FCC licensed radiotelephone transmitters used in aviation, maritime, and international fixed public radio services. Candidates applying for the PG license must be legal residents of the United States, be able to receive and transmit spoken messages in English and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET), Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level is an entry-level certification. This certification validates the candidate's basic electronic knowledge for entry-level electronic professions. The exam covers basic electronics, math, DC and AC circuits, transistors and troubleshooting. The Associate CET is also a pre-requisite for ISCET Journeyman level certifications. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; communications which include 2-way transceivers and the servicing of these types of equipment. Also, Receiver's basic communication theory, transmitters, deviation, sensitivity, quieting and troubleshooting. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Industrial COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Industrial. This is an entry-level certification exam. Technicians working in this field will have knowledge in the following areas; characteristics and applications of industrial electronics components, the operation of devices such as triacs, SCRs, diacs, and Shockley diodes. Also covered are various kinds of transducers, operation of transistors and op-amps, single-phase and three-phase control systems, motors, PLCs and industrial electronics safety and basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Industrial Electronics Technician (IND) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Industrial Electronics Technician (IND) certification is an intermediate journeyman-level credential for electronics technicians. Candidates applying for the IND certification are expected to understand basic industrial electronics concepts applicable to various specialty areas of industrial electronics; Additionally, candidates must meet minimum experience requirements of at least two years working in the industry, this may include electronics training. IND candidates must be knowledgeable and have skills in the following areas: Amplifiers, Optical Wiring, Block Diagrams Schematics, Power Supplies, Test Equipment Tools, Mathematics, Computers Digital Concepts, Safety, Satellite Wireless Data, Communications, Cabling, Troubleshooting, Motors, Programmable Logic Controllers, and Software. Candidate must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRP) is an entry-level certification. The Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) program is designed for certifying the knowledge, skills and experience of M&R professionals. It's more than just committing textbooks to memory; it's a thorough examination of individual expertise measured against a universal standard. It was developed to assess professionals' aptitude within the five (5) pillars of the Maintenance and Reliability Body of Knowledge: Business Management, Equipment Reliability, Manufacturing Process Reliability, Organization and Leadership, and Work Management. There are no educational or experiential requirements to sit for the exam.

Click here to go to Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Avionics Electronics Technicians (AVN) certification is designed to assess the knowledge and skills of individuals who install, maintain and adjust electronics equipment, cabling and the accessories used in aviation communications and control equipment. It is highly recommended that the Avionics technician have an FCC General Radio Telephone Operator license. Candidates must hold the Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) certification prior to taking the Avionics Electronics Technician exam. Several of the topics covered in this examination include: Avionics Systems, Cabling, Computers and Digital Concepts, Amplifiers, Interfacing, Antennas and Transmission Lines Components, Mathematics, Network Topologies and Infrastructures, People Relations, Optical Cabling, Safety, Test Equipment and Tools and Satellite Communications.

Click here to go to Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) is NCATT's primary certification and is required for NCATT endorsements in the career field. AET certification recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. AET knowledge and skills include basic electronics facts, terminology, and principles, common maintenance practices, fundamentals of equipment maintenance, and aircraft fundamentals. There are no AET eligibility requirements. The AET written exam is open to all individuals regardless of career field, training, education or experience.

Click here to go to Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. FOE knowledge and skills include housekeeping, tool accountability, hardware accountability, lost items, physical entry and personnel control, reporting and investigating, material handling, parts protections, hazardous materials, wildlife/environment, and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) effects. There are no FOE eligibility requirements. The FOE written exam is open to all individuals regardless of career field, training, education or experience.

Click here to go to AET-Radio Communication Systems (AET-RCS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Aircraft Electronics Technician-Radio Communication Systems (AET-RCS) endorsement recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. AET-RCS knowledge and skills include safety, radio transmitters/receivers, communication systems, and satellite communications. Candidates must hold the NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification prior to taking the AET-RCS written exam.

Click here to go to AET-Dependent Navigation Systems (AET-DNS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT), Aircraft Electronics Technician-Dependent Navigation Systems (AET-DNS) endorsement recognizes the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promotes integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. AET-DNS knowledge and skills include safety, antennas, Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) system, VHF Omni Directional Range (VOR) System, Distance Measurement Equipment (DME) System, Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) System, and Instrument Landing System (ILS). Candidates must hold the NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification prior to taking the AET-DNS written exam.

Click here to go to General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), General Communications Technician Level 1 (GCT1) certification is an entry-level credential intended for radio communications technicians or engineers. The GCT1 certification is modeled after wide-ranging industry communication systems encompassing more specific detailed items along with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guidelines covering all disciplines in the COMT program. The purpose of the GCT1 is to provide basic certification testing that covers all areas a new radio communications technician or engineer will encounter in the public safety communications, business radio, or commercial radio field. ETA-I does not have minimum training, education, or experience requirements to take the certification exam.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills utilizing a multi-meter, function generator, and oscilloscope along with an electronic trainer and test cards. The certification validates applicant's knowledge of various AC theories, equipment, math, cabling, and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-AC certification.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of basic electrical theory, magnetism, electrical safety, electronic equipment and components laws, circuits and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-DC certification.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of various analog components, electronics, power, and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-A certification.

Click here to go to Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of various digital electricity and electronics theories, safety precautions, conversions, diagrams, and other related subjects. Applicants have different options to meet the eligibility requirements, active duty or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the related field meet the eligibility requirement for BEE-D certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate DC (EM1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate DC (EM1) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of various electrical and electronics concepts, electronic measurement equipment, electronic components, circuitry, and other related subjects specific to direct current (DC) electronics. The EM1 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate AC (EM2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate AC (EM2) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of AC, safety, cabling, and other procedures. The EM2 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of diodes, transistors, thyristors, integrated circuits, optoelectronic devices, power supplies, basic test equipment and measurements, mathematics and formulas, amplifiers, and other related subjects. The EM3 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of various digital electricity and electronics concepts, numbering systems and conversions, and other related subjects. The EM4 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. Candidates must pass a written examination testing their knowledge of soldering, desoldering, tools, electrical conductors, AC power distribution, circuit protection, circuit controls, generators, motors, interfacing of electronics products, and technician work procedures. The EM5 credential is one in a group of five credential modules; once a technician attains all five credentials, ETA will issue the Associate CET certification.

Click here to go to Microwave Radio Technician (MRT) COOL Snapshot page.

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GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill.

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Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

High

Highly attainable: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the mimum education requirement = HS or less and/or minimum experience = 2 years or less experience and no additional requirements.

Medium

Moderate ease of attainment: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = Associate's and/or prerequisite and/or minimum experience = more than 2 years and less than 10 years of experience.

Low

May be difficult to attain: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
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Registered Apprenticeship

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