This major is designed to prepare graduates for a wide range of employment opportunities as well as for continued academic study. The curriculum provides advanced-level mathematics and science courses that can be transferred to B.S. programs in electronics and computer engineering technology. A core of fundamental courses and laboratory experiences equip students with basic knowledge of electronic circuits and devices, digital/microprocessor systems, computers and networks, and programming/software tools.
- School of Engineering Technologies
- Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
- More Information about Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Electronics & Computer Engineering Emphasis
Career Opportunities
Positions, based on interests and abilities, such as: Process Engineering Technician; Test Engineering Technician; Controls Engineering Technician; Application Engineering Technician.
Recommended High School Subjects
Strong preparation in mathematics and science with good communication skills. Must be able to enter pre-calculus in the first semester or take remedial courses before entry. Hands-on skills in electronics are helpful but not necessary.
Special Equipment Needs
See program Tool List for major.
Laptop Computer Required
- Windows 11 or higher (recommended).
- Intel Core i7 (12th generation) or AMD Ryzen 7 processor (recommended).
- 16+ GB RAM (required).
- 1+ TB hard drive (recommended).
- Wi-Fi 802.11AC (recommended).
- Wired Connection – Gigabit Ethernet (recommended).
- Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
- Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
- Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
- Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services Service Desk available for assistance).
- Chromebooks and other devices running Chrome OS are prohibited.
Remediation Strategies
Students who test at a math placement level one (MTH 004) are not permitted to take Electronics (EET) courses until MTH 004 has been successfully completed. Students testing into MTH 005 or MTH 008 will be permitted to take first semester Electronics courses. Students need to be in MTH 181 or above in their second semester; otherwise, students will need instructor permission to continue into a second semester Electronics course.
Transfer Procedures
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Program Goals
A graduate of this major should be able to:- apply principles of circuit design and analysis of analog, digital, microprocessor-based, and networked systems.
- use appropriate interpersonal, verbal, and written communications and information literacy skills to work independently and cooperatively within an organization to promote the goals and objectives of a team, division, or company.
- demonstrate a cooperative and responsible attitude in the workplace that reflects cultural diversity and ethical behavior in modern society.
- utilize information literacy and technology resources in continuous, independent learning throughout his or her career.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
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| FYE101 | First Year Experience | 1 | .50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| EET114 | Introduction to Digital Electronics | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET115 | Digital Circuits Applications | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET116 | Electronic Circuits & Devices I | 5 | 3 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| EET124 | Engineering, Technology & Society | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| MTH191 | Pre-Calculus | 3 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16 | ||||||
| Second Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| EET154 | Introduction to Microprocessors | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET155 | Microprocessor Applications I | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET156 | Electronic Circuits & Devices II | 5 | 3 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| EET158 | Software Tools for the Engineering Technologist | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTH240 | Calculus I | 4 | 4 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 19 | ||||||
| Third Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| EET204 | Network Installation & Maintenance | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET205 | Network Maintenance Laboratory | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET206 | Linear Integrated Circuits | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET207 | Linear Circuits Applications | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET209 | Systems Troubleshooting Applications | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| MTH242 | Calculus II | 4 | 4 | S | REQ | ||
| PHS201 | General Physics I | 4 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| EET202 | Microprocessor Interfacing | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET203 | Microprocessor Applications II | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| ENL121 | English Composition II | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
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| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| PHS202 | General Physics II | 4 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
| ARP | Core Arts Perspective | 3 | S | ARP | |||
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| AAP | Core Applied Arts Perspective | 3 | S | AAP | |||
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| CDP | Core Global & Cultural Diversity Perspective | 3 | S | CDP | |||
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| HIP | Core Historical Perspective | 3 | S | HIP | |||
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| SSP | Core Social Science Perspective | 3 | S | SSP | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14 | ||||||