Associate of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Technology
Overview
Examine how Electricity and Electronics Work
Do you have an aptitude for solving technical problems? If so, then you may be a good candidate for the Associate of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Technology degree program accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc. As a student in this program, you will enhance your understanding of the design, development, and operation of communications, data processing, and electronic control equipment.
The curriculum includes courses in math, physics, programming, databases, networking, electronics, and graphics—providing you with a comprehensive overview of key electrical engineering technology subjects. Upon successful completion of this ABET -accredited program, you will be well positioned to pursue an entry-level position in electrical engineering or to pursue a bachelor’s degree in a related subject.
Curriculum
Required Courses (45 q.h.)
Written Communication (3 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| ENG 1004 | College English 1 | 3 q.h. |
Technical Literacy (12 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| ETC 1015 | Introduction to Computer Organization | 3 q.h. |
| ETC 1017 | Introduction to Computer Hardware | 3 q.h. |
| ETG 2010 | Applications for Data Analysis | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1001 | Introduction to PC Productivity Tools | 3 q.h. |
Mathematics (9 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| MTH 1001 | College Algebra 1 | 3 q.h. |
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MTH 2002 |
College Algebra 2 | 3 q.h. |
|
MTH 2101
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Pre-Calculus | 3 q.h. |
Social Science Diversity Elective (3 q.h.)
Complete one course with any of the following prefixes:
| ART, ENG, HST, JRN, MUS, PHL, POL, SOC | 3 q.h. | |
Ethical and Political Perspectives (3 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| LDR 3230 |
Ethical Decision Making
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3 q.h. |
| PHL 1001 | Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics | 3 q.h. |
| PHL 2160 | Bioethics | 3 q.h. |
| PHL 2180 | Business Ethics | 3 q.h. |
Science Courses (15 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| PHY 2301 | Physics 1 | 4 q.h. |
| PHY 2302 | Lab for Physics 1 | 1 q.h. |
| PHY 2501 | Physics 2 | 4 q.h. |
| PHY 2502 | Lab for Physics 2 | 1 q.h. |
| PHY 3101 | Physics 3 | 4 q.h. |
| PHY 3102 | Lab for Physics 3 | 1 q.h. |
Major Courses (51 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| ETE 1101 | Introduction to DC Networks | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 1103 | DC Network Analysis | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 2101 | Introduction to AC Networks | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 2103 | AC Network Analysis | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 2121 | Introduction to Linear Circuits | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 2123 | Applied Linear Circuits | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 2331 | Introduction to Digital Systems | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 2333 | Applied Digital Systems | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 1211 | Introduction to Electrical Measurements | 3 q.h. |
| ETG 1001 | Engineering Graphics 1 | 3 q.h. |
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ETG 2021 |
Engineering Graphics 2 | 3 q.h. |
| ETM 1101 | Introduction to Systems in Static Equilibrium | 3 q.h. |
| ETM 1103 | Application of Static Equilibrium | 3 q.h. |
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ETM 2101 |
Introduction to Linear Dynamics | 3 q.h. |
| ETM 2103 | Introduction to Rotational Dynamics | 3 q.h. |
Complete one of the following course pairings:
| ETE 3121 | Analog Electronics | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 3123 | Applied Analog Electronics | 3 q.h. |
| or | or | |
| ETE 3131 | Sequential Digital Systems | 3 q.h. |
| ETE 3133 | Applied Sequential Digital Systems | 3 q.h. |
Total Quarter Hours: 96
The Electrical Engineering Technology degree program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc., 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012; telephone 410.347.7700.
Admissions Requirements
Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.
- Online application
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Undergraduate Admissions.
All requirements must be received prior to review.
Tuition
Estimated total tuition for this program is $31,200.00.
Tuition for individual courses is based on the number of quarter hours. Most courses are 3-6 quarter hours. See Undergraduate Tuition Rates for details.
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Please note: The estimated total tuition is based on tuition rates for Academic Year 2011-12 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.
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Upcoming Academic Term Dates
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Spring Term
April 9, 2012 (6- & 12-week classes)
May 21, 2012 (6-week classes) -
Summer Term
July 2, 2012 (8-, 6-, and 4- week classes)
July 30, 2012 (4-week classes)