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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:
    ELT 110 - Principles of Electricity  
    ELT 110L  -  Principles of Electricity Lab 
    ELT 112  -  Principles of Electricity II 
    ELT 112L  -  Principles of Electricity II Lab 
    ELT 115  -  Electronic Principles I 
    ELT 115L  -  Electronic Principles I Lab 
    ELT 132  -  Digital Systems I 
    ELT 132L  -  Digital Systems I Lab 
    ELT 216  -  Electronics Principles II 
    ELT 216L  -  Electronic Principles II Lab 
    ELT 221  -  Power Systems Principles 
    ELT 221L  -  Power Systems Principles Lab 
    ELT 233  -  Digital Systems II 
    ELT 233L  -  Digital Systems II Lab 
    ELT 234  -  Advanced Digital Systems 
    ELT 234L  -  Advanced Digital Systems Lab 
    ELT 235  -  Instrument & Control Systems 
    ELT 235L  -  Instrument & Control Systems Lab  
    ELT 240  -  PLC Programming 
    ELT 240L  -  PLC Programming Lab 
    ELT 250  -  Electrical Design Drafting CADD 
    ELT 250L  -  Electrical Design Draft CADD Lab 
3. Technology: A minimum of 4-credit hours to include:
    MET 110  -  Engineering Drawing I  
    TEC 110  -  Introduction to Technical Calculations 
    DRF 279  -  Technical Seminar 
4. Communication - Written (COMW) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include:
    ENG 101  -  Writing I 
5. Communication - Oral (COMO) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include:
    SPE 101  -  Foundations of Communication   OR
   
SPE 102  -  Public Speaking   OR
    
SPE 103  -  Interpersonal Communication 
6. Natural Science & Scientific Reasoning (NSCI) General Education: A minimum of 8-credit hours to include:
    PHY 131  -  General Physics I 
    PHY 131L  -  General Physics I Lab 
    PHY 132  -  General Physics II 
    PHY 132L  -  General Physics II Lab 
7. Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning (MATH) General Education: A minimum of 4-credit hours to include:
    MAT 111  -  Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry 
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:
    CIS 115  -  Introduction to Spreadsheets  OR 
    CIS 116  -  Introduction to Presentations  OR 
    PED ___ - Physical Education elective

Typical Program


Total Credit Hours: 15


Total Credit Hours: 15


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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