Electronics Engineering Technology
Associate Degree Program
This program gives you the training necessary to work with computer simulation and robotics. You will learn to use modern tools and techniques to design or improve electrical/electronic systems. Use of engineering software provides you with the knowledge needed to analyze and solve technical problems. Much of the coursework in this program is hands-on, which provides you with technical skills necessary for immediate employment in this high-demand field!
Offered at the following campus(es): Dover, Georgetown, Stanton
What You Can Do
In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:
- Electronics Engineering Technician
- Assistant Engineer
- Electronics Technician
- Wireless Technician
- Computer Network Technician
- Field-service Technician
- Quality Control Technician
- Biomedical Technician
- Avionics
- Consumer Electronics
- Telecommunication Technician
What You Will Learn
Program Graduate Competencies
The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.
- Perform the duties of an entry-level technician using the skills, modern tools, theory, and techniques of the electronics engineering technology.
- Apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to electronics engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge.
- Conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments using analysis tools and troubleshooting methods.
- Identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined electronics engineering technology problems.
- Explain the importance of engaging in self-directed continuing professional development.
- Demonstrate basic management, organizational, and leadership skills which commit to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
Core Curriculum Competencies
The Core Curriculum Competencies listed below identify what you will be able to do as a graduate, regardless of your program of study. You will acquire these core competencies through general education courses and program-specific coursework. You will be expected to use relevant technology to achieve these outcomes:
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Suggested Pathway to Graduation
Semester 1
Number | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
SSC 100 | First Year Seminar | 1 |
CEN 100 | Intro to Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology | 3 |
ELC 127 | Digital Electronics | 4 |
MAT 183 | Reasoning with Functions I | 5 |
Elective | Social Science Elective 1 | 3 |
Semester 2
Number | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
ELC 125 | Electrical Circuits I | 4 |
ELC 126 | Analog Electronics I | 3 |
CEN 180 | C/C++ Language Introduction | 4 |
MAT 193 | Reasoning with Functions II | 4 |
Semester 3
Number | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
PHY 205 | General Physics I | 4 |
ELC 225 | Electrical Circuits II | 4 |
ELC 226 | Analog Electronics II | 3 |
ELC 227 | Microcontroller Fundamentals | 3 |
Semester 4
Number | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
ELC 228 | Microcontroller Applications | 4 |
ELC 236 | Analog Electronics III | 4 |
ELC 243 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 4 |
Elective | Social Science Elective | 3 |
Approved Electives
Select two (2) social science electives.
Number | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
ECO 111 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
ECO 122 | Microeconomics | 3 |
POL 111 | Political Science | 3 |
PSY 100 | Human Relations | 3 |
PSY 121 | General Psychology | 3 |
SOC 111 | Sociology | 3 |
COM 111 | Human Communications | 3 |
PHL 103 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
PHL 104 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
To complete program requirements, you must pass the above courses and earn at least 66 credits. The number of courses and credits required for graduation may be more depending on college readiness and the elective courses offered in your program major (if electives are a part of the program).
EENAASEEN
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree?
This is a Connected Degree program that enables you to complete your associate degree and then transfer to a four-year degree program as a junior. See a program advisor for details!
Brent Mitchell
Department Chair, Instructor,
and Program Advisor
brent.mitchell@poscoop.com
(302) 259-6555
Archana Gupta
Department Chair, Instructor,
and Program Advisor
agupta@poscoop.com
(302) 453-3795
This program is offered at the Dover, Georgetown and Stanton campuses.