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Computer Hardware Engineers

Skills & Knowledge

 

Most Important Skills for Computer Hardware Engineers


 

Most Important Knowledge Areas for Computer Hardware Engineers



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Describe Your Skills


People who have worked in this career typically perform the following tasks. These statements can help a prospective employer understand what you can do, on a resume or during an interview.

  • Using computers.
  • Collecting information from different sources.
  • Compiling, calculating, tabulating, or otherwise processing information.
  • Making decisions or solving problems.
  • Thinking creatively.
  • Keeping up-to-date with new knowledge.
  • Analyzing data or information.
  • Drafting, laying out, and specifying technical devices, parts, and equipment.

 

Careers that Use Similar Skills


The following careers use skills, knowledge, and abilities that are similar to those used for Computer Hardware Engineers.

 

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