Computer Tech Research Paper

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I have chosen computer tech as my trade because of my love for all things technological. Ever since I was a child I have been fascinated with technology and what makes them tick. I have been told that I have a gift when it comes to computers for I would take them apart and put them back together. For as long as I can think I have been the one person my family goes to when they have a problem so it only fits that I go into computer tech. I have chosen Job Corps because it gave me a chance to better myself and turn my life around. I chose the San Diego campus because I have heard nothing but things about this campus. I also chose this campus because I have always wanted to visit San Diego so this gave me a chance to live out here and visit the beaches. In my trade I will acquire such skills as networking and security from computers to printers. Some social skills I would need are basic communications to talk to the customers about the problems with their tech and let them know what is going on. I am not good with people but being in this trade and on this campus will help me learn how to interact with people. I am not a fan of working in …show more content…
I am friendly as previous said and can talk to anyone with a smile despite my mood. I am a quick learner and can adapt to any work environment. I am somewhat slow paced when it comes to smaller tasks which people dislike. A personal weakness is sometimes I get in a funk and it clouds my judgement but I am still able to face people with a smile. I am unable to say that I myself am better than the competition for everyone is similar in many ways. We as humans are very competitive which in the long run is just nature. We fight for things we want and positions and that is natural. I am not competitive I can’t fight those who are after the same thing I won’t let it go entirely for I am a calm headed individual who is persistent in terms of acquiring

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