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Electrical Engineering Technology, A.A.S.

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Degree: Associate in Applied Science
HEGIS Code: 5310
Curriculum Code: 0699
Campus Location: North
Engineering & Technologies Division

Pre-Admission Recommendations: Math I, Math II, Math III
Recommended H.S. Courses and/or Experiences: Physics, Computer Skills
Career Opportunities/Further Education: Electronic, Computer, Communications or Power Firms; or Transfer to 4-yr. college BET program

Program Description

The Electrical Engineering Technology program has enjoyed more than 50 years of service to the local community. It is the only electronics training program in Western New York that offers both TAC/ABET accreditation and full transfer credit to four year colleges.

This program prepares students for entry-level skills as technicians in the fields of electronics, computers, communications, instrumentation, automation and power. It also provides the first two years of a four-year engineering technology program.

The faculty meet the highest standard of academic excellence for technician training. Their credentials include graduate degrees in engineering along with professional engineering experiences that enrich the classroom presentation. A close liaison between the faculty and their industrial advisory council ensures that the curriculum content prepares the graduate for entry into the local job market.

The students are presented a solid foundation in electrical and electronics theory along with hands-on laboratory experience. Computer simulation and applications are an integral part of the curriculum.

Although the program adheres to rigorous academic standards, students whose high school experience is deficient are offered remedial courses. Faculty consultation, both faculty and senior-student tutoring and schedule adjustments are also available for students.

Graduates find employment in electronics industries and other fields requiring electronics technicians. Our graduates may select from a variety of job types including electronic repair, prototyping, testing, field service, industrial sales, maintenance, customer support and technical writing. Many students also continue their education at a four-year college directly after graduation.

Accreditation

The Electrical Engineering Technology curriculum is fully accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET).

Certifications

Graduates of the Electrical Engineering Technology program are ready for the following certifications:

CET: “Certified Electronics Technician” issued by the Electronics Technicians Association International.

Graduates that have completed the computer/electronics sequence are ready for the A+ Certification issued by the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA).

Scholarships

Departmental scholarships are awarded depending on the corporate and professional society grants that are received.

Program Competencies

Upon graduation with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, the graduate will be able to:

  • Interpret electrical/electronics or logic schematics using ASA standard symbols
  • Recognize electronic devices, their coded values and their function within a circuit
  • Construct an analog or digital circuit given its electronic schematic
  • Solder, desolder and rework electronic circuit boards
  • Use a computer as an analytical tool and to generate reports
  • Communicate the results of lab tests through well organized and written technical reports
  • Understand electronic and logic principles, concepts, laws and rules and apply these to analysis of circuit performance
  • Determine a circuit’s proper response and identify component or circuit failures
  • Properly select and use a variety of electronic instruments to measure and record data
  • Perform tests on electronic systems for determination of proper performance, calibration, or troubleshooting
  • Install, operate, troubleshoot and program microcontrollers and programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
  • Install, operate and troubleshoot communications equipment, instrumentation, control systems and electrical machines and controls

Curriculum

Total Degree Credits: 72.0

Full-Time Students, Two-year Sequence

 

First Year, Fall Semester

 

First Year, Spring Semester

 

Second Year, Fall Semester

 

Second Year, Spring Semester

 

Industrial Electronics – Technical Sequence

 

Computer Electronics – Technical Sequence

 

Technical Electives

 

Note:

This is a recommended sequence. Student should consult his/her academic adviser prior to registering. Students should be aware that all technical sequence electives may not be offered each semester.

Part-Time Students

 

First Year, Fall Semester

 

First Year, Spring Semester

 

Second Year, Fall Semester

 

Second Year, Spring Semester

 

Third Year, Fall Semester

 

Third Year, Spring Semester

 

Fourth Year, Fall Semester

 

Fourth Year, Spring Semester

 

Fifth Year, Fall Semester

 

Fifth Year, Spring Semester

  • EL __ - Technical Sequence Credit Hours: 3
  • EL __ - Lab for Technical Sequence Credit Hours: 1.5
  • Social Science Elective Credit Hours: 3

Industrial Electronics – Technical Sequence

 

Computer Electronics – Technical Sequence

 

Technical Electives

 

Note:

This is a recommended sequence. Student should consult his/her academic adviser prior to registering.

**Higher level mathematics sequence will be allowed with approval of department head.

Any three credit social science course will be allowed.

Any student who withdraws or receives a failing grade from a course that is a prerequisite for another course must seek department approval to register for the course requiring the prerequisite. The application for approval should be submitted for a department meeting prior to the registration period.

Extended Program Sequence

(if required by adviser)

Fall Semester

 

Spring Semester

  • MT__ - Mathematics** Credit Hours: 4
  • EN__ - English** Credit Hours: 3
  • Social Science Elective Credit Hours: 3

Note:

* Satisfactory completion of pre-electrical sequence will allow students to enter first year of regular program.

** Course numbers as required by pre-test.

Overhead Electric Line Worker Program

The following sequence of courses will prepare students for employment as Line Mechanics for the power utility companies. Qualification includes a physical strength test, an aptitude test and the ability to obtain a commercial driver’s license. Courses may be applied to a planned future Associate in Applied Science degree option for Energy Workers. This training is provided through the Electrical Engineering Technology Department.

Prerequisite

 

First Year, Fall Semester

 

(13 Credit Hours)

 

First Year, Spring Semester

 

(12.5 Credit Hours)

 

Summer

 

Total Hours: 29.5

 

Certificate-Level Courses

The following courses are available from the Electrical Engineering Technology Department:

Evening Students

Evening students follow the part-time student sequence.

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