Introduction
Mobiles have become an integral part of the twenty- first century. We cannot imagine
a single day in our life without a mobile. Mobile is an electronic device which
is used for interpersonal communication. Mobile telecommunication is a technology
that allows the user to be connected while on the move, from home, office, car or
even from the sea.
History
Cells for mobile phone base stations were invented in 1947 by Bell Labs engineers
at AT&T and further developed by Bell Labs during the 1960s. Martin Cooper, a Motorola
researcher and executive is widely considered to be the inventor of the first practical
mobile phone for hand-held use in a non-vehicle setting.
Scope
With the extensive use of mobiles and new models coming in the market everyday,
mobile servicing has gained immense importance. Mobile repairing is a burgeoning
market therefore there is a lot of scope in this field. The cellular industry is
one of the fastest growing industries in India and the entire world. The era of
telephones is out and now cellular phones are in. The mobile repairing course is
one of the most in-demand course among technical and vocational courses. You can
improve your job prospect and make a lucrative career in the cell phone repair business.
Current Market Scenario:
India would be fastest growing mobile telephony market in Asia Pacific with revenues
slated to increase at a CAGR of 18.4% to reach $25 billion in 2011 from current
$9 billion. the penetration will be driven by an increased focus on rural market,
cheap handsets, aggressive promotions and handset bundle offers. The low rural mobile
pentration of 2% represents an immense opportunity for cellular players. The call
rates will further drop to become closer to fixed-line rates, further lowering the
entry barrier. However, scarcity of spectrum could impact expansion plans and the
quality of service. release of 3G spectrum will be essential to sustain growth in
the industry and bridge the gap generated because of lower voice tariffs and handset
subsidies
Top Do you make the cut?
Physical Challenge:
Mobile repairing persons must have thorough understanding of the handsets as they
often have to repair broken handsets.
Psychological challenge :
Mobile repairing personnel has to have good understanding of working of a mobile.
He should have good organizational skills and he should be a good team player. He
should posses good communication skills. He should have lot of patience with the
nitty gritties of mobile telephones
Career Options
Self starter, small entrepreneurs in Mobile phone trading business can gain more
insight into the products they are dealing in by joining this course. This improves
their knowledge of a better sales presentations / skills about product & the features.
Entrepreneurs who wish to increase the earning potential by venturing into repairs/service
sector can also join this course. Existing repairs technicians who wish to enhance
their skills and upgrade themselves to the latest developments in this field and
those who wish to do carrier in mobile field and earn from it can do this course.
Remuneration & Lifestyle
Mobile repair people have a moderate lifestyle. Since they earn reasonably well,
they cannot afford a luxurious lifestyle. They can rise upto the post of a manager
if they work really hard.
Top Course Details & Its Eligibility
Fee Structure:
The fee structure for mobile repairing course is Rs. 4000.
Duration:
The duration of the course is 2 months.
Syllabus:
Basics of Mobile Communication, Tools & instruments used in mobile phone repairing,
Various components used in mobile phones, Basic parts of mobile phones, Use of Multimeter,
Use of Battery Booster, Basic Circuit Board/ Motherboard Introduction, Assembling
& disassembling of different mobile phones, Soldering & Desoldering Components Using
Different Soldering Tools, Names of Different ICs, Work of Different ICs, Working
on SMD/ BGA ICs and the PCB, Fault finding & Troubleshooting, Jumpering Techniques,
Troubleshooting through circuit diagrams, Repairing procedure for repairing different
hardware faults, Flashing, Formatting, Unlocking, Use of secret codes, Downloading,
Bluetooth/ infrared etc.
Academics
General Eligibility:
You have to be 10+2 pass. You can also be an electronic technician or a computer
technician.
Premiere Institute Eligibility:
Alfa Institute mobile phone repairing and training centre, Mumbai offers 2 months
course in mobile repairing.
Institute Watchlist
- India Training Institutes, Delhi.
- Alfa Institute, Mumbai.
- K – Tec mobile repairing Institutes, Delhi.
- Chandigarh Infosys Computer Institute, Chandigarh.
- House Of Genuine Mobile Mobile Repair Training Institute, Jaipur.
