Research should include the education and training requirements, compensation, working environment, demand, and career growth projections for roles such as
- inside plant (ISP)/outside plant (OSP) technician
- broadband technician
- fiber optic technician
- distributed antenna system (DAS) technician
- cellular/wireless technician.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What credentials can you obtain to get an entry-level position in telecommunications?
- What institutions provide postsecondary education and training in telecommunications?
- Who are some local telecommunications employers?
- Where can you get work-based learning experiences in telecommunications?