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Electronics Technology, A.A.S



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Program Requirements

Typical Program

Degree/Certificate:   Associate in Applied Science
HEGIS Code:            5310
SUNY Code:             23035
Major Code:             ETEC

The Career

The Electronics Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for careers in the field of electronics. The courses target skill sets that a modern electrical technician utilizes such as work in electronics, microprocessors, robotics, and industrial instrumentation and control systems. The electronics courses provide hands-on learning opportunities with modern electronic equipment while developing student knowledge of electronic instruments, devices, and measurement techniques.

The SUNY Niagara Approach

This two-year degree program prepares students to enter the electronics technology industry by developing skills in constructing and analyzing circuits, applying testing and fault-diagnosis techniques, and using programmable devices to install and evaluate electronic systems.

Admission

Students are typically admitted in the fall for full-time study. Admission is offered in the spring as well, but students might be delayed due to course sequencing. 
 

Program Learning Outcomes

The student will:

  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze electrical circuit diagrams and systems to solve for appropriate electrical data and specifications
  • Demonstrate the ability to construct electrical circuits from schematic diagrams, and to analyze the circuits
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze, test, and diagnose for faults using the appropriate measurement techniques and adjust the equipment.
  • Demonstrate the ability to design electrical circuits and systems from given data and specifications
  • Demonstrate an applied knowledge of electrical theory and electronic components including programmable devices to perform equipment installation, test, and evaluation

Articulation Agreement

This program has no current articulation agreements and is intended for direct entry into the workforce. SUNY Seamless Transfer guarantees that any course taken for SUNY General Education will transfer as a General Education course to any other SUNY institution. Graduates of the program will finish with at least 5 SUNY General Education categories and 24 SUNY General Education credits. 

Program Goals and Objectives

  1. To maintain a high placement rate for program graduates.
  2. To expose graduates of the program to additional skill sets and certifications that will help them develop in their careers, including project management skills and future management opportunities. 

Program Requirements (ETEC)


1. A total of at least 62-credit hours with a minimum curriculum grade-point average of 2.0. Academic Foundations courses do not count toward the degree.

2. Electronics: A minimum of 33-credit hours to include:

    

  
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
3. Technology: A minimum of 4-credit hours to include:
      
      
      
4. Communication - Written (COMW) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include:
      
5. Communication - Oral (COMO) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include:
       OR
   
   OR
    
  
6. Natural Science & Scientific Reasoning (NSCI) General Education: A minimum of 8-credit hours to include:
      
      
      
      
7. Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning (MATH) General Education: A minimum of 4-credit hours to include:
      
8. Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (DVRS) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include:
    ___  ___ - General Education approved elective that meets Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (DVRS)
9. General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include:
    ___  ___ - General Education elective to be selected from SOCS, USCV, ARTS, HUMN, GLBL, or WLNG
10.  Elective: A minimum of 1-credit hour to be chosen from:
      OR 
      OR 
    PED ___ - Physical Education elective

Typical Program


Total Credit Hours: 15


Total Credit Hours: 15


Third Semester


  3 Cr. 
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  3 Cr.
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  2 Cr.
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  1 Cr. 
   4 Cr. 
  0 Cr.
___  ___ - General Education elective to be selected from SOCS, USCV, ARTS, HUMN, GLBL, or WLNG 3 Cr.

Total Credit Hours: 16


Total Credit Hours: 16


Scholarship Opportunities


There are several scholarships available to SUNY Niagara students. Scholarship deadline dates vary each semester.  For more information, please visit the scholarship webpage at www.niagaracc.suny.edu/scholarships. The SUNY Niagara Foundation/Scholarship Office is located within the Foundation Office, A-265 or by phone (716) 614-5910.

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