Electronics Technology
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Degree Type
Associate of Applied Science
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College
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Contact
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Phone: 479-788-7784
Develop your skills in a career fields of electronic technologies, communication, and industrial control systems with an Associate of Applied Science and Technology in electronics technology.
The Associate of Applied Science in electronics technology is designed to train students in theory and practical skills that prepare them for jobs in the maintenance of common electrical and electronic devices and instruments. The emphasis covers installation, diagnosis, and repair of computer systems; digital communication equipment; industrial control systems to include motor controllers, program logic controllers, sensors, and robotics; communication systems; and various advanced electronic equipment/systems. Completing this program is also the first step in completing the Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering technology.
Related Degrees
B.S. in Electrical Engineering Technology
This program trains students for application-oriented engineering technology careers
in electronics, control systems, robotics, energy, power, microprocessors, communications,
and alternative energy. 香港六合彩开奖结果现场直播 instructors have industry and teaching experience. Students
receive personal one-on-one instruction not seen in most universities. Top-tier facilities
with state-of-the-art technology ensure that students are ready for great jobs the
day after graduation.
The foundational knowledge and skills obtained with your A.A.S. degree will prepare you for advancement in many careers including:
- Electronics Technician
- Data Processing Equipment Repair
- Medical Electronics Specialist
- Computer Service Technician
- Communication Electronics Technician
- Engineering Technician
- Industrial Automation Technician
- Energy Auditor
- Solar PV Technician
- Wind Technician
- Construction Manager
- Architectural Draftsman
Upon completion of the A.A.S. - Electronics Technology, students will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental principles of safety for electronics and electricity.
- Integrate electronic principles into working circuits.
- Control industrial automated systems through both selection of PLC system components and designing ladder logic PLC programs.
- Apply robot programs and operate industrial robots to perform tasks.
Technical Certificate
This 26-hour program provides you with fundamental coursework in electricity, electronics
technology, industrial electricity, and PLC applications. All hours earned with this
credential transfer into the A.A.S. program.
Certificates of Proficiency
This 9-hour program provides you with fundamental coursework in electricity, electronics
technology, industrial electricity, and electrical circuits and components. All hours
earned with this credential transfer into the A.A.S. program.
This 9-hour program provides you with fundamental coursework in robot operations and
maintenance, robot programming, and robot studio programming. All hours earned with
this credential transfer into the A.A.S. program.
This program can be complete with 9-10 credit hours and provides you with fundamental
coursework in energy, auditing, and generating clean electrons. All hours earned with
this credential transfer into the A.A.S. program.
Industry Certification Preparation
Students completing courses of study in electronics technology will be prepared for
the General Electronics Operations and Maintenance Certification exam as administered
by the Electronics Technician Association (ETA). Students completing courses of study
in industrial electronics and electrical maintenance will receive OSHA 10 general
training (Department of Labor).
ATMAE Accreditation
The electronics technology program has received accreditation from the Association
of Technology Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).