Installation credential
Technician
BICSI Technician® (TECH)
The highest credential on the installation track. A BICSI Technician moves from doing the work to leading it: copper and fibre, troubleshooting, bonding and grounding, and the crew.
About the TECH credential
Who it’s for
Experienced installers stepping up to lead technician or supervisor.
What you’ll be able to do
- Splice, test and troubleshoot copper and fibre systems
- Lead a crew and coordinate in the field
- Run site surveys and read construction drawings
Eligibility
One of: a certificate of completion of BICSI's instructor-led hands-on training in copper and fibre structured cabling; two years of verifiable full-time equivalent structured cabling field experience plus attendance and successful completion of the TE350 Technician training course; or three years of verifiable full-time equivalent structured cabling field experience.
The exam
Two parts, and you must pass both. The hands-on exam is given on the last day of the TE350 course. The written exam follows it: computer based, 100 questions, two hours, multiple choice, booked through Pearson VUE at least seven days before the hands-on date.
Installation exam application: USD 335 member, USD 400 non-member. Retest USD 135 member, USD 200 non-member.
You apply to BICSI first. Once approved, you book your exam at a Pearson VUE test centre. [Pearson VUE centres in the Kingdom]
Keeping it current
Renewed on a recurring cycle with continuing education credits, including a BICSI ethics course each cycle. [CEC count and cycle length]
Your next step
With two years of design experience, TECH opens the RCDD. It also leads to RTPM or OSP.
Career path
The installation track
FAQ
TECH, answered
Who should take the TECH?
Experienced installers stepping up to lead technician or supervisor.
What are the eligibility requirements for the TECH?
One of: a certificate of completion of BICSI's instructor-led hands-on training in copper and fibre structured cabling; two years of verifiable full-time equivalent structured cabling field experience plus attendance and successful completion of the TE350 Technician training course; or three years of verifiable full-time equivalent structured cabling field experience.
Which course prepares me for the TECH?
TE350, BICSI Technician Training.
What is the TECH exam like?
Two parts, and you must pass both. The hands-on exam is given on the last day of the TE350 course. The written exam follows it: computer based, 100 questions, two hours, multiple choice, booked through Pearson VUE at least seven days before the hands-on date.
Can I train for the TECH in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. BICSI Saudi Arabia is in association with our affiliate Pro Skills Trainings, the BICSI ATF in the EMEA region. Current dates are on Courses & Schedule.
How do I keep my TECH current?
Renewed on a recurring cycle with continuing education credits, including a BICSI ethics course each cycle. [CEC count and cycle length]
What comes after the TECH?
With two years of design experience, TECH opens the RCDD. It also leads to RTPM or OSP.
Ready to build what's next?
Join the community setting the standard for ICT infrastructure in the Kingdom.