EXPANDED SCOPE
FOR
COMMUNICATIONS
TECHNICIAN OC 1,2,3,4
1.
OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF RADIO EQUIPMENT - These questions test for
knowledge of the operating principles involved with two-way radio systems and
equipment, including appropriate troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair
procedures for these systems and equipment.
2.
BASIC
ELECTRONICS, INCLUDING ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY, SCHEMATICS AND
WIRING DIAGRAMS
- These questions test for knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices
involved in basic electronics, including electrical and electronic circuitry,
schematics, and wiring diagrams; and may include such areas as the concepts of
voltage, current, and resistance; the identification and function of circuit
and solid state components; and the ability to interpret electrical and
electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.
3.
USE OF ELECTRONIC
TEST EQUIPMENT
- These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved
in the use of electronic test equipment, including identification and proper
selection of electronic test equipment.
4.
REPAIR,
MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT - These questions
test for knowledge of the operating characteristics, proper maintenance,
troubleshooting, and repair of electronic equipment.
The New York State Department of Civil
Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates
may find information in the publication 'General Guide to Written Tests'
helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available on line at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm.
USE OF CALCULATORS IS ALLOWED