well..like the topic says..what are some things i need to know/do etc? any certifications? do you guys know any good sources or 411 sites etc

 

doesn't hurt to take the MECP if for nothing else the knowledge you can gain studying from it (pretty much you'll learn basic formulas, learn about electronic components, how to mount units that are sensitive to that (GPS, etc)). There are three levels of MECP but getting the bronze atleast shows you have general knowledge in the field.

Also read online about how they work, check out sites of manufacturers and get familiar with how the units work.

 

I would recomment going to at least a community college and take an electronic course (2 year degree). Then think about MECP certification.

Reason being, if you decide install is not for you further into your career you wouldn't have wasted your time in school.

 

its a lot of hard work with not a lot of pay

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Jeezer &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">its a lot of hard work with not a lot of pay</TD></TR></TABLE>True that bro. I install alarms on the side for $30 (friend discount)....$45 (others). Since most of the people I know have Honda's....it doesn't take that long to put one in. Roughly I'm making $20/hr since it usually take less than 2hrs installation time (including hiding wires/module and soldering).