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1. Can you tell us some of the reasons why you decided to apply for an electrical apprenticeship? - I applied for this apprenticeship because I want to learn new skills from experienced and like-minded professionals who also enjoy working with electricity. 1. What are some of the experiences you have had in the past that increased your interest in becoming an electrical worker? - In high school I took a basic electronics class that was very hands on. I enjoyed this class very much because I am a practical learner. I also shipped off to Air Force basic military training with a guaranteed electronics job based on my ASVAB score in electronics 1. What knowledge do you have about what an electrical worker does on the job? - The work of electricians is to connect, assess, and repair systems that use electronics in both residences and commercial structures. 1. Describe a time when you were missing something you needed to finish a project or job. - When I was replacing the spark plugs of my vehicle, I was missing a spark plug gap tool and a spark plug socket. I eventually bought these tools from an auto parts store and completed the job. Tell us about a time when you had some work to do, but you were not exactly sure how to do it. - Last year, the drive light on my vehicle was flashing and I wasn't sure why. I plugged in an OBDII code reader and researched the troubleshoot code as a failing transmission fluid pressure sensor. I watched youtube videos and looked at transmission diagrams and diagnosed the part that needed to be replaced. I installed the new part and my vehicle drive light stopped flashing. Describe a time when you had an idea about a different way to make, build, or repair something. - A couple years ago, my previous vehicle was not turning when rotating the steering wheel. My friend said that I should take it to a repair shop and I said that I would like to research it more and try and repair myself even though it was out of purview. I diagnosed it as a broken tie rod and successfully replaced it in a parking lot. Describe how you went about planning a project that you completed from start to finish. - I did a brake job on my vehicle last year and I planned the project by researching the repair procedures, the cost of materials from various sources, and tools needed. I then successfully carried out the repair