Electronic Engineering

Electronic Engineering Technology Associate Degree
Computer Electronics Major Technology System Technician

See also:

• Engineering Certificates
• Aviation Maintenance
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electro-Mechanical Engineering
• Quality Assurance

Columbus State’s six-quarter associate degree program in Electronic Engineering Technology prepares students to assemble, troubleshoot, and repair electronic systems, to read and interpret complex instructions, engineering and schematic drawings, technical literature, and to solve a variety of problems. Students will learn to use the language of electronics to communicate clearly with engineers, scientists, and other technicians. Coursework includes basic electronic systems, basic digital systems, advanced programmable digital systems, electronic switching systems, data acquisition systems, instrumentation and process control systems, human machine interface systems, distributed control systems and embedded microcontroller systems. Each topic is enhanced with corresponding hands-on labs. Students may also qualify for work-study cooperative experiences with local industry, when and where available.

Electronic engineering Technologists are in demand in a variety of fields ranging from biomedicine to automated manufacturing. They also are involved in an impressive array of activities—from computer repair to telecommunications, and from fiber optics to robotics. Graduates become eligible for more than just a well-paying job; they also take satisfaction from knowing that their work provides products or services which improve others’ quality of life.

Columbus State’s Electronic Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC of ABET). For further information regarding accreditation, contact: Accreditation Director for Engineering Technology, Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202.

Graduates who wish to continue their education may transfer their associate degree credits to a number of four-year institutions that offer baccalaureate degrees in Engineering Technology, including Miami University’s (Ohio) bachelor degree completion program offered via distance learning entirely on Columbus State’s campus.

Electronic Engineering Technology shares related coursework with the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology degree. For additional information, refer to that section of the catalog.

Computer Electronics Major

Students interested in combining electronics with computer technology systems should consider the Computer Electronics major. This program prepares the student to enter career fields related to computer technology systems and support. 
 
Career fields associated with this program major are:

• Information Technology Technician
• Field PC Technician
• Enterprise Technician
• IT Support
• PC Support Specialist
• Computer Technician
• Information Technology Administrator
• Help Desk Technician
• Remote Support Technician
• Service Desk Technician
• Call Center Technician
• Depot Technician
• Bench Technician 

The program major’s focus includes:

• Preparing the student for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam, CompTIA Network + and Linux +
• Preparing the student for the CISCO CCNA Certification Exam
• Demonstrating and applying effective tools and strategies for supporting and troubleshooting hardware and software
• Analyzing strategies for troubleshooting and debugging Networks and Network Devices
• Developing expertise in supporting both proprietary and Open Source software and operating systems.
• Applying effective interpersonal skills and communication.

Electronic Engineering Technology Associate Degree

Computer Electronics Major