Pursue a Hands-On Career in Electronics

Become a Trusted Audio Visual Technician or Sound System Designer/Installer

Electronic & Audio Visual Systems are becoming more and more sophisticated in today's age of smart homes and wireless networking systems. Electronic and Audio Visual Technicians (EAV Techs) design, coordinate and implement complex systems to allow users to get the most out of their video, stereo and other modern electronic equipment.

What Does an Electronic and Audio Visual Integrator Do?

As an AV Systems Programmer, you have the knowledge and practical abilities to design and install cutting-edge media systems. Take a look at some of the interesting tasks and projects an AV Systems Programmer may encounter on the job:

• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts.
• Read blue prints and create new floor plans.
• Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
• Research products recommended in the proposal for compatibility.
• Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed.
• Provide and verify product dimensions to ensure proper fit and finish.
• Program Remote Control Systems based on the project schematics.
• Prepare wiring schematics, floor plans, and product specific proposals for technicians to complete project installation in the field.
• Create systems for the end-user that are robust and easy to use.
• Install systems to meet and exceed all of the expectations set in the client meetings.

Career Opportunities

Advances in technology make this a really exciting time for the Media Systems Design field. Theaters, residential and commercial buildings with Audio/Video integration, Multi-source/Multi-zone distributed audio, integration of networked audio and video, Live Concert sound – these are just some of the areas that require a skilled EAV Technician.

Take a look at some of the job titles held by professionals in this industry:

• AV Installation Technician
• Smart Home Installer
• AV Systems Programmer
• System Designer/Engineer
• Live Sound Reinforcement Technician
• Home/Commercial Security Installation Technician
• Media Systems Design Assistant

These positions are typically found within low-voltage integration companies (sellers and installers of security systems, fire alarms, intercom systems, home networks, and audio-visual systems), business communication (voice+data) infrastructure resellers, high-end consumer electronics retailers, and cable/media companies.

In addition EAV Integrators design and install Security, Intercom and Fire Alarm Systems for multi-dwelling buildings. Imagine knowing the work you do helps to keep people's homes and businesses safe.

Hands-On Training to Become a Skilled Technician

Associate of Applied Science Degree

60 weeks

The Media Institute's Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electronic & Audio Visual Systems is designed to give you the hands-on technical training, practical experience and support it takes to pursue a successful career in this field.

As an Electronic & Audio Visual Systems student you'll learn about home theater installation in our commercial grade theater, as well as how to design and build high-speed data networks, AV systems, security systems, live sound reinforcement systems, and much more. You'll learn how to connect components ranging from LCD projectors to audio components to networking infrastructure. You'll also study non-technical aspects of the electronic & audio visual systems business, and breaking trends in the electronic systems industry.

Successful graduates of this program enter the professional world with confidence after receiving one-on-one mentorship from instructors who are experienced industry professionals and hands-on training with professional grade audio visual equipment & software.

Click here for more info on the professional grade audio visual equipment and software you'll work with throughout this program

Is a Career in Electronic & Audio Visual Systems Right for You?

If you're interested in learning more about your possible career opportunities as an Electronics & Audio Visual Systems professional and exploring whether this is the right career field for you, complete and submit the "Request More Information!" form at the top of the page for a FREE Career Information Kit or call 1-800-236-4997 to speak with a friendly and knowledgeable Media Institute Admissions Representative right away.

Consumer Information

On Time Completion Rate	100%
Placement in the Field	N/A

This is a new program with no graduates as of the ACCSC year below. No data is available at this time.

The placement data are as reported to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. It includes program completers that started the program between 4/1/2008 and 3/31/2009.

State of Wisconsin Employment Verification
Graduates Employed	N/A

This is a new program with no graduates as of the calendar year below. No data is available at this time.

Calculated for the calendar year 2010.

Total Program Cost

Semester	Year	All Tuition & Books	Campus & Lab Fees
Starting in the Fall	2011	$33,820	Plus $1200 per semester.
Starting in the Spring	2012	$34,780	Plus $1200 per semester.
Starting in the Summer	2012	$35,680	Plus $1200 per semester.

Median Loan Debt	N/A

This is a new program with no graduates as of the 2009-10 Award Year. No data is available at this time.

The median Title IV loan debt for Media Institute students for the Electronic & Audio Visual Systems Associate of Applied Science degree program is N/A for the 2009-2010 academic year. (The median private and institutional loan debt for this program is $0.) This figure represents all funds borrowed by students in this program during that academic year, including monies to support these students during their time as students. It is not limited to the cost of tuition and fees for this program.

SOC Links

SOC #

27-4011

CIP Code

10.0105

O*Net Link

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians