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Program Overview



The Electronics Engineering Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems, and power electronic systems. The curriculum includes instruction in mathematics, basic electricity, solid-state fundamentals, digital concepts, and microprocessors or programmable logic controllers.

These curriculums are designed to prepare students through the study and application of principles from mathematics, natural sciences, and technology and applied processes based on these subjects. Course work includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering sciences and technology.

Employment Opportunities:

Graduates should qualify for employment as electronics engineering technician, field service technician, instrumentation technician, maintenance technician, electronic tester, electronic systems integrator, bench technician, and production control technician.

Technical Standards:

Degree Curriculum

To complete the degree, 15 credit hours from Electronics Engineering Technology Certificate (C40200) must be included in A40200.

ACA-111 College Student Success 1
CIS-110 Introduction to Computers 3
ENG-111 Writing and Inquiry 3
MAT-121 Algebra/Trigonometry I 3
ENG-114 Professional Research & Reporting 3
MAT-171 Precalculus Algebra 4
PHY-131 Physics-Mechanics 4
ELC-117 Motors and Controls 4
Social Science Elective 3
ELC-128 Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller 3
ELN-132 Analog Electronics II 4
ELN-232 Introduction to Microprocessors 4
ELN-275 Troubleshooting 2
ATR-280 Robotic Fundamentals 4
ELC-228 Programmable Logic Controllers 4
ELN-152 Fabrication Techniques 2
ELN-246 Certified Electronic Technician 3
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3

Total credits needed to graduate: 57 Hours

Certificate Curriculum

ELC-131 Circuit Analysis I 4
ELC-131A Circuit Analysis I Lab 1
ELN-131 Analog Electronics I 4
ELN-133 Digital Electronics 4
ISC-112 Industrial Safety 2

Total credits needed to graduate: 15 Hours

This certificate is offered to high school students through the Career and College Promise (CCP) program (C40200X). CCP students should complete this certificate over two semesters.

Learning Outcomes

  • Design, build, install and safely test, troubleshoot, repair and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment and systems such as industrial controls, manufacturing systems, communication and computer systems.
  • Demonstrate analytical and solution skills for complex systems comprised of mixed analog and digital technologies, to include PLC, microprocessor and Robotic system programming knowledge.
  • Use relevant testing instruments, software programs, and observation techniques to troubleshoot components and/or equipment.
  • Demonstrate responsible thinking that has informed judgment and is self-correcting.
  • Read and interpret electronic schematics, PLC diagrams and programs, microprocessor programs and industrial robotic system language programs.

Program Costs

Certificate In-State Out-of-State
Tuition and Fees $1,382.25 $4,646.25
Books and Supplies $622.75 $622.75
Total Cost $2,005.00 $5,269.00

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