Computer and Electronics Technology A.A.S.

Description



The Computer and Electronics Technology (C&ET) A.A.S. degree program provides graduates with skills in two areas: information technology and electronics. Students have the option to concentrate their studies by following either the information technology track or electronics track. Skilled Computer and Electronics Technicians are in high demand, and nearly all students who have successfully completed the C&ET program have gone to work in the technology field, making some of the highest starting salaries of Clinton alumni. Graduates also have the option to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering Technology.

Program Mission

The mission of the Computer and Electronics Technology AAS degree program is to prepare students for employment in information technology and electronics-related areas and/or for the pursuit of advanced degrees in computer or electrical engineering technology by educating them in the fundamental concepts, knowledge, and practices in information technology and electronics systems.

Program Goals

The program will:

  • prepare students to gain knowledge and practical competence in the major areas of the Computer and Electronics Technology field allowing for a wide variety of career opportunities.
  • prepare students to conduct the research required to successfully complete computer and electronics-related projects consistent with current business/industry practice at the apprentice level.
  • prepare students to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical circuits.
  • prepare students to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of analog and digital electronic circuits.
  • prepare students to demonstrate knowledge of computer programming languages.
  • prepare students to demonstrate knowledge and proper use of electrical test equipment.
  • prepare students for work as entry-level computer and electronics technicians or further study within the field at requisite institutions of higher learning.
  • prepare students to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, as well as interact effectively within the work environment.
  • prepare students to solve mathematical problems typically encountered in the computer and electronics industries.
     

Course Information

SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE: (Information Technology Track)

FIRST YEAR

FALL SEMESTER CREDITS SPRING SEMESTER CREDITS
CSC 121 Concepts of Computing 3 CSC 217 Computer Programming 3
ENG 101 English Composition 3 ETE 104 Linear Electronics 4
ETE 101 Electrical Circuits I 4 ETE 105 Digital Electronics I 3
ETE 103 Computer Programming for Electronics 2 MAT 205 Technical Mathematics II 4
MAT 105 Technical Mathematics I 4
Totals: 16 14

SECOND YEAR

FALL SEMESTER CREDITS SPRING SEMESTER CREDITS
CSC 225 Computer Hardware 3 ENG 235 Technical Writing OR ENG 102 Literature & Composition 3
ETE 205 Digital Electronics II 4 CSC 220 Operating Systems 3
ETE 207 Microcontroller Fundamentals 4 CSC 230 Introduction to Networking 3
PHY 111 General Physics I 4 PHY 112 General Physics II 4
Free Elective 2
Totals: 15 15


SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE: (Electronics Track)

FIRST YEAR

FALL SEMESTER CREDITS SPRING SEMESTER CREDITS
ENG 101 English Composition 3 ETE 102 Electrical Circuits II 4
ETE 101 Electrical Circuits I 4 ETE 104 Linear Electronics 4
ETE 103 Computer Programming for Electronics 2 ETE 105 Digital Electronics I 3
MAT 105 Technical Mathematics I 4 MAT 205 Technical Mathematics II 4
Totals: 13 15


SECOND YEAR

FALL SEMESTER CREDITS SPRING SEMESTER CREDITS
ENG 235 Technical Writing OR
ENG 102 Literature and Composition 		3 CSC 230 Networking I 3
ETE 205 Digital Electronics II 4 ETE 202 Industrial Electricity  3
ETE 207 Microcontroller Fundamentals 4 MEC 217 Instrumentation 3
PHY 111 General Physics I 4 PHY 112 General Physics II 4
Free Elective 4
Totals: 15 17

 


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Program Type:

Associate Degrees


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Rick Lawrence
Phone Number: (518) 562-4365
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