Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology

Perfect the skills you need to be a part of this thriving industry.

Blend theory with hands-on experiences in electronic circuits and devices, robotics and automated systems, vision and motion control, and more.

Choose from a host of interconnected, yet diverse majors ranging from automation engineering and computer engineering to electronics and robotics. Regardless of your area of focus, you’ll find a hands-on approach to education with coursework focused on building the skills that the future needs most. 

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Automation Engineering Technology: Mechatronics (B.S.)

Dive into a comprehensive curriculum that covers automation and mechatronics along with cross-training in robotics.

 

Automation Engineering Technology: Robotics & Automation (B.S.)

From electrical and electronics to mechatronics and robotics, you'll learn the ins and outs of complex automated systems used in the world of manufacturing.

Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology (B.S.)

Exploring everything from circuit boards to sophisticated networks, this program prepares you to take the lead as a process, control, or test engineer. 

Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Electronics & Computer Engineering Emphasis (A.A.S.)

This technology-driven program arms you with a host of practical skills to pursue diverse careers in electronics and computer engineering.

Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Robotics & Automation Emphasis (A.A.S.)

Specialize in the robotics and automation aspects that lend efficiency to modern manufacturing.  

Nanofabrication Technology Competency Credential

Take advantage of the rare opportunity to study for a semester in Penn State's multi-million-dollar Nanofabrication Facility at University Park.

Minors & Immersions

Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.

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Penn College News
10.22.2024

Passing the torch on 'Her Perfect Pathway'

Penn College alumnus Lauryn Stauffer strolled down memory lane and into the Tomorrow Makers podcast studio to share her full-circle moments in education in “Her Perfect Pathway.” Returning for the recent Wildcat Weekend with her Penn College pup Milo in tow, the 2023 robotics & automation graduate and “born teacher” shares how she’s passing the torch and lighting her students’ sparks at Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School, the same career and technical school where it all started for her.

05.24.2024

Spring flashback: Northern Ireland visitors are a highlight

Before diving into summer, Penn College News takes a look back at a spring semester highlight: the two-week visit by our new friends from Northern Ireland's North West Regional College. The contingent of 12 students and two faculty members visited Penn College early last month. Half of the group is studying cybersecurity at NWRC, with the others focused on engineering.

04.29.2024

Automation students produce unique senior projects

Pennsylvania College of Technology electronics and automation students are known for inventive senior projects. The arduous capstone requires students to develop, design, justify and build a tangible product to impress faculty and an industry advisory board. Among the commendable work for this year’s projects: a plastic modular prosthetic arm and an automated impact tester for polymer engineering.

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Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.