Telecommunications Technologies

Employees in Telecommunications Technologies design, manufacture, install, and repair telecommunications equipment. Telecommunications involves the flow of information from one point to another. Voice connections, computer communications, cable and broadband hookups, and video conferences are all examples of telecommunications links.
Mignon Clyburn | SC African American History Calendar
Episode 3

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Mignon L. Clyburn became the first woman head of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) when she was appointed Acting Chair by President Barack Obama in May 2013. She was also the first African...
ETV | Kids Work!
ETV | Kids Work!

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​ ETV in South Carolina is one of the largest statewide public television networks in the country. The main network station is located in Columbia and there are three fully staffed regional ETV...
Audio Engineer | Kids Work!
Audio Engineer | Kids Work!

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Students will play the role of the audio engineer who monitors and adjusts the audio levels for a production. This animated interactive job exploration experience connects schoolwork with real work...
Inside a Television Station | Kids Work!
Inside a Television Station | Kids Work!

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Students will connect schoolwork with real work as they explore a virtual representation of a television station with specific work areas labeled and defined. Hover your mouse over room to take a look...
Audio/Video Technician | Kids Work!

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What is an Audio/Video Technician? These technicians set up and operate sound and video equipment for live and taped programs. They are an important part of the production crew and take cues from the...
Digital Television | Eye Wonder

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The Eye Wonder team discovers how digital television works. D.V. speaks with an engineer to learn about the difference between a digital and an analog signal, and the benefits of having a digital...