Overview
Offered at the Augusta campus
| Entrance Dates: |
Fall, Spring, and Summer |
| Length of Program: |
Fall Entrance and Full-time: Six Terms |
|
Spring/Summer Entrance or Part-time: Varies |
| Credit Hours Required for Graduation: |
66 |
Program Description: The Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology program is a planned sequence of carefully developed college-level courses designed to prepare students to work in the field of engineering technology. The program of study emphasizes the application of scientific methods, and mathematical knowledge in support of engineering practices. Program graduates are qualified as engineering technicians with a specialization in, computer engineering technology, electronics engineering technology, or instrumentation and control engineering technology. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program.
Program Objectives: Graduates of the program will:
- Possess technical skills with a balance of theory and practice appropriate to their discipline, required to be successfully employed in their field.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of work place ethics needed to function effectively in a professional environment.
- Remain life-long learners through formal education and/or professional development.
Employment Opportunities: The increasing complexity of modern technology has resulted in a rising demand for engineering technicians. Graduates will be qualified to work with engineers and scientists in developing, producing and maintaining technically advanced products and processes. High placement rates, outstanding starting salaries and potential for career advancement are strengths of the program.
Curriculum Outline
General Core Courses, 23 credits
Fundamental Occupational Courses, 18 credits
ECET 1101, ECET 2101, ECET 1110: See *note below
AND
(Students must choose one of the following areas of specialization)
Computer Engineering Technology Specialization Courses, 25 credits
ECET 2120, ECET 2110: See *note below
OR
Electronics Engineering Technology Specialization Courses, 25 credits
ECET 2120, ECET 2220, ECET 2110: See *note below
OR
Instrumentation and Control Specialization Courses, 25 credits
ECET 2120: See *note below
Notes:
- A grade of “B” or higher is required in MATH 1111. A grade of “C: or higher is required for all other courses in the curriculum.
- ECET courses identified with an asterisk (*) have split course equivalents with flexible options for lecture & lab. Contact program advisors for additional details.
- All occupational electives must be approved by a program advisor. Occupational courses taken in a program that is not ABET accredited will not transfer to the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Program, unless approved by a program advisor.
- The Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
Guided Pathway
Year 1 Fall Semester
MATH 1111, ENGT 1000, ECET 2220, ECET 2110: Courses identified are critical to prerequisites. Part-time students are encouraged to prioritize enrollment in selected courses.
Year 1 Spring Semester
| MATH 1113 | PRECALCULUS | 3 |
| ECET 1101 | CIRCUIT ANALYSIS I | 4 |
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| Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective | 3 |
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| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
Year 1 Summer Semester
Year 1 Fall Semester
MATH 1111, ENGT 1000, ENGL 1101, ECET 1191: Prerequisite: Program Admission
Year 2 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester
Year 2 Summer Semester
| ECET 1210 | NETWORKING SYSTEMS I | 3 |
| ENGT 2300 | CAPSTONE PROJECT | 1 |
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| Advisor Approved Technical Elective | 4 |
ECET 1210: May be substituted with CIST 2451 Introduction to Networks-CISCO