Electronic Technologies
Associates of Applied Science
Overview
Certificates are designed for individuals who desire preparation for immediate entry into the workforce. All program courses are practical in nature. Lectures are supplemented by dedicated labs where emphasis is placed on the progressive attainment of skills in a "hands-on" environment. Students are exposed to a variety of electronic and computer systems that are prevalent and current in today's workforce. Electronic Technicians oversee various types of electronic equipment. They service and install electronic equipment for companies in a variety of industries, including education, residential, commercial, retail, electronics manufacturing, telecommunications, computer firms, government agencies, and electrical engineering firms. In addition to servicing and installing equipment, Electronics Technicians run tests on equipment to locate issues. They also order parts if needed, and install replacement parts, including reassembling circuit boards or motor components.
Information
The Electronic Technologies program offers an Associate in Applied Science in Electronic Technologies along with two certificates: a One-semester certificate in Computer Maintenance and a One-year certificate in Electronic Technologies.
Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Electronic Technologies. For additional information concerning the field of study please consult with advisors for the Industrial and Electronic Technologies Department at (956) 721-5172.
Plan of Study
| Recommended Course Sequence | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (Fall) | ||
| CETT 1409 - DC/AC Circuits | Fall, Spring | 4 |
| CETT 1449 - Digital Systems | Fall, Spring | 4 |
| INTC 1307 - Instrumentation Test Equipment | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| CPMT 1411 - Introduction of Computer Maintenance | Fall, Spring | 4 |
| 15 Hours | ||
| Semester 2 (Spring) | ||
| CETT 1429 - Solid State Devices | Spring | 4 |
| CPMT 1351 - IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| ENER 2325 - SCADA and Networking | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| EECT 1204 - Electronic Soldering | Spring | 2 |
| 12 Hours | ||
| Summer Session I | ||
| ENGL 1301 – Composition I | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 3 Hours | ||
| Summer Session II | ||
| MATH x3xx - Mathematics Elective | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 3 Hours | ||
| Semester 3 (Fall) | ||
| EECT 2435 - Telecommunications | Fall | 4 |
| INCR 1344 - Microprocessor Systems Maintenance | Fall | 3 |
| Elective - Language, Philosophy and Culture / Creative Arts Elective | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| Elective - American History / Government / Political Science /Social & Behavioral Science Elective | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 13 Hours | ||
| Semester 4 (Spring) | ||
| CPMT 2302 - Home Technology Integration | Spring | 3 |
| ELMT 2337 – Electronic Troubleshooting Service and Repair | Spring | 3 |
| INTC 2366 - Distributed Control and Programmable Logic | Spring | 3 |
| CETT 2281 - Cooperative Education - Computer Engineering Technology / Technician | Spring | 2 |
| Elective - Science Elective | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 14 Hours | ||
| AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS/PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS | ||