Electronics Engineering Technology
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Electronics Engineering Technology is designed to give students a foundation of experience important in engineering assistants, field engineers, prototype designers, specification writers, technical representatives, and in other positions in organizations that specialize in electronic design, manufacturing, service, and development. Students with this degree may work in industries that include, but are not limited to, aerospace, biotechnology, communications, entertainment, industrial, medical, power, semiconductor, and transportation. The Electronics Engineering Technology program is designed to enable industry employment while still providing transfer credits to a four year engineering program.
Details
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Solve problems in analog electronics using basic mathematical functions, Ohm's and Kirchhoff's laws, and phasors.
- Analyze bipolar and Field Effect Transistor (FET) circuits, along with operational amplifier circuits.
- Apply the concepts of Boolean algebra to digital logic circuits.
- Interface keyboards, displays, stopper motors, and other peripheral devices to a microprocessor system.
- Program a microprocessor using low and high level programming languages.
- Construct, operate, and measure circuits that use various forms of analog and digital radio communication.
- Demonstrate proficiency using standard electronic test equipment.
- Use contemporary operating systems and application software to solve problems in electronics, and use computer modeling to analyze electronic systems.
- Utilize effective written and oral communication skills in accordance with the professional conventions within the field of electronics engineering technology.
- Apply the fundamentals of the design process and problem solving skills in a team environment to solve problems.
- Apply calculus techniques to solve technical problems.
- Apply fundamental concepts of chemistry or physics to problems involving electronics technology.
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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Electrical Engineers
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Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
When to Start Taking Classes
It is suggested that you begin taking the courses found in this course sequence starting in a Fall Semester.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Fall Semester (Term 1)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE111 | Circuit Analysis I | Critical course Gateway course | 4 | ||
ELE131 | Digital Logic and Circuits | 3 | |||
MAT15+ or MAT187 or Elective | College Algebra/Functions or Precalculus or Elective | MA or MA or MA | 3–6 | ||
ELE181 | Computer Programming for Technology | 3 | |||
FYE101 or FYE103 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE112 | Circuit Analysis II | 4 | |||
ELE241 | Microprocessor Concepts | 4 | |||
MAT182 | Plane Trigonometry | May be met by taking MAT187, that combines MAT15+ and MAT182. | RC | 0–3 | |
ELE121 | Solid-State Devices And Circuits I | 4 |
Summer Semester (Term 3)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENG101 or ENG107 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 |
Fall Semester (Term 4)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 | Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 | ||
ECE102 | Engineering Analysis Tools and Techniques | 2 | |||
ELE222 | Solid-State Devices and Circuits II | 4 | |||
MAT220 or MAT221 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry I or Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | Critical course | MA or MA | 4–5 | |
PHY111 | General Physics I | Course also meets the General Education Natural Sciences area | SQ | 4 |
Spring Semester (Term 5)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENG102 or ENG108 or ENG111 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL or Technical and Professional Writing | FYC or FYC or L | 3 | ||
ECE103 | Engineering Problem Solving and Design | 2 | |||
MAT231 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | MA | 4 | ||
PHY112 or (CHM130 and CHM130LL) | General Physics II or (Fundamental Chemistry and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory) | SQ or SQ in combo w/ CHM130LL and SQ in combo w/ CHM130 | 4 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | L | 0–3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Fall Semester (Term 1)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE111 | Circuit Analysis I | Critical course Gateway course | 4 | ||
MAT15+ or MAT187 or Elective | College Algebra/Functions or Precalculus or Elective | MA or MA or MA | 3–6 | ||
FYE101 or FYE103 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE131 | Digital Logic and Circuits | 3 | |||
ELE181 | Computer Programming for Technology | 3 | |||
MAT182 | Plane Trigonometry | May be met by taking MAT187, that combines MAT15+ and MAT182. | RC | 0–3 |
Fall Semester (Term 3)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE112 | Circuit Analysis II | 4 | |||
MAT220 or MAT221 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry I or Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | Critical course | MA or MA | 4–5 |
Spring Semester (Term 4)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE121 | Solid-State Devices And Circuits I | 4 | |||
MAT231 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | RC | 4–5 |
Fall Semester (Term 5)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE222 | Solid-State Devices and Circuits II | 4 | |||
ECE102 | Engineering Analysis Tools and Techniques | 2 | |||
ENG101 or ENG107 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 |
Spring Semester (Term 6)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELE241 | Microprocessor Concepts | 4 | |||
ENG102 or ENG108 or ENG111 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL or Technical and Professional Writing | FYC or FYC or L | 3 |
Fall Semester (Term 7)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE103 | Engineering Problem Solving and Design | 2 | |||
PHY111 | General Physics I | Course also meets the General Education Natural Sciences area | SQ | 4 |
Spring Semester (Term 8)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 2–3 |
Fall Semester (Term 9)
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
PHY112 or (CHM130 and CHM130LL) | General Physics II or (Fundamental Chemistry and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory) | SQ or SQ in combo w/ CHM130LL and SQ in combo w/ CHM130 | 4 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | L | 0–3 | ||
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 | Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 |
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- FYC = First Year Composition
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- RC = Required Course
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm13?id=176639).
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