Electronics Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
APPLICATION CODE 18
For curriculum information, contact the Science, Engineering, and Technology Division—Room SET-430—443-518-1600.
All aspects of modern society and business are dependent on skilled professionals to maintain the electronics infrastructure. Graduates can choose to work in challenging positions in the fields of computers, telecommunications, training, and higher studies. Courses will emphasize theory and practice. Coursework will reflect the changing needs of industry and inculcate a need for ongoing training. Students planning to transfer to a four‑year technical institution should contact that institution to check transferable courses. This curriculum prepares students to sit for the A+ certification exam and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam.
Suggested Semester 1
| ENGL 121 | College Composition | 3 |
| ENGT 100 | Fundamental Skills for Technology and Engineering | 4 |
| MATH 141 | College Algebra | 4 |
| | or higher core course | |
| PHYS 101 | Technical Physical Science | 4 |
Suggested Semester 2
| CADD 101 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting and Design | 3 |
| CMSY 105 | Managing and Maintaining PCs and Mobile Devices I | 3 |
| CMSY 106 | Managing and Maintaining PCs and Mobile Devices II | 3 |
| ELEC 107 | Introduction to Electronic Circuits | 4 |
Suggested Semester 3
Select 3 credits from the following:
| ANTH 104 | Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Archaeology | 3 |
| ANTH 105 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH 110 | Global Archaeology | 3 |
| ANTH 120 | Comparative World Cultures | 3 |
| GEOG 101 | Introduction to World Geography | 3 |
| GEOG 102 | Elements of Cultural Geography | 3 |
Suggested Semester 4
| CSCO 293 | Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | 3 |
| ELEC 141 | Network Configuration and Cabling | 4 |
| ELEC 213 | Digital Circuits | 4 |
| SPCH 101 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 |
| | OR | |
| SPCH 105 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| | OR | |
| SPCH 110 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
Select 3 credits from the following:
Total Credit Hours: 60
A graduate should be able to
- Describe the fundamental operating principles and components in electronic technology including computers (hardware and software), computer networks, and analog and digital circuits.
- Analyze electronic systems, using appropriate testing methods and instrumentation, for the purpose of troubleshooting, maintenance, and/or repair.
- Identify current industry standards and protocols, and apply them for the installation and configuration of electronic systems.
- Identify, understand, evaluate, and apply ethical reasoning.