Electrical Engineering Technology graduates find employment opportunities in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of everything from nano-bots to supercomputers. Many industries employ electrical engineering technicians including bio-medical, robotics, controls, telecommunication, utilities, audio and consumer electronics, and manufacturing and service of every kind.
Recommended Course Sequence
Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion. Courses may have prerequisite and corequisite requirements. Check course descriptions for details.
Semester I
ELT-105
Foundations of Electrical and Electronics Technology
4
ENG-121
English Composition I
3
MAT-129
Precalculus
4
MCT-101
Introduction to Technology
2
MEC-123
Technical Graphics/CAD I
3
Semester II
ELT-110
Electrical/Electronics Devices and Circuits
4
ELT-111
Digital Electronics
3
ELT-210
Electronic Circuits and Systems
4
ELT-223
Electronic Design and Manufacturing
2
ELT-226
Microcomputers
3
Total Credits 32 xx
Program Outcomes:
Graduates of the Program will be able to:
Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined ET activities.
Apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge.
Conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments.
Function effectively as a member of a technical team.
Identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined engineering technology problems.
Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in technical and non-technical environments; and identify and use appropriate technical literature.
Understand the need for and be able to engage in self-directed continuing professional development. 8) Understand and commit to addressing professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
Commit to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
Apply circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers, and engineering standards to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems.
Apply physics or chemistry to electrical/electronic(s) circuits in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry.