This major is designed to prepare graduates for a variety of career opportunities in the area of robotics, industrial process control, and automation systems. 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. This curriculum is complemented by a series of courses and laboratory experiences in programmable logic controllers, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and vision and motion control systems, which will enhance employment opportunities in industrial automation systems, robotics, and associated fields.
- School of Engineering Technologies
- Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
- More Information about Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Robotics & Automation Emphasis
Career Opportunities
Industrial and process control-specific positions, such as automation controls technician, project engineer, programmer, drive controls engineer, instrumentation/calibration mechanic.
Recommended High School Subjects
Strong preparation in mathematics and science with good communication skills. 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/admissions/transfer/Transferring-Credits). Exceptions must be approved 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.
- apply automation control concepts to industrial applications.
- 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; respect cultural diversity and ethical behavior.
- 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 | |
| MTH181 | College Algebra & Trigonometry I | 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 | ||
| MTH183 | College Algebra & Trigonometry II | 3 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 | ||||||
| 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 | ||
| EET209 | Systems Troubleshooting Applications | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET246 | Robotics & Fluid Power | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| EET248 | Introduction to Automation Control Concepts & Applications | 4 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| ENL121 | English Composition II | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
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| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| EET258 | Advanced Automation Control Concepts & Applications | 4 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| EET254 | Process Control Theory | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET255 | Process Control Applications | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| EET256 | Motion Control | 4 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| SCI | Science Elective | 3 | S | SCI | |||
| 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 | 18 | ||||||