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Anelectrical technologist is a technologist who is required to apply electrical theory on the job. Their knowledge and skill lies between that ofelectrical engineers andgeneral electrical trades persons. In North America they train in a three-year diploma programs at colleges or universities.[1]
Specializations within the field includeinstrumentation,power,telecommunications, programming and electronic controls. Electrical technologists are employed byutilities,engineering drafting/design companies, industry, and construction companies.