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Oct 01, 2024
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Fall 2024 - Summer 2025 Academic Catalog
Electrical Technology A.A.S.
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School: Mathematics, Science and Engineering
Academic Dept: Engineering
HEGIS: 5301
Important Note about Program Requirements
The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program from Fall 2024 to Summer 2025. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.
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Program Description
The Electrical Technology Program at Westchester seeks to educate and prepare students for one of the many fields that require skilled technicians to develop, maintain and troubleshoot electronic systems. Our graduates obtain the core knowledge of electrical and electronic concepts and devices as well as skill sets necessary to perform testing and diagnostics, modification, and product prototyping of electronic equipment.
Course work includes DC and AC circuit analysis, semiconductors, analog and digital systems, power and machinery, instrumentation, control theory, and programmable devices.
Skilled Electronic Technicians are required in many fields such as energy, medical, security, plant operations, consumer electronics, transportation, and research and development. They work with engineers to create new products and implementations. Graduates can advance their knowledge by obtaining a Bachelor of Technology degree either immediately or after some work experience.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:
- Demonstrate the ability to use test equipment and technical diagrams to diagnose malfunctions, modify and adjust equipment, and test or assemble electronic equipment.
- Demonstrate an applied knowledge of electrical theory and electronic components including programmable devices to perform equipment installation, test, and evaluation.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of application software for testing, data collection and transmission, automation, and control applications.
Program Requirements
63 credits are required for the degree:
- General Education - 24 credits
- Required Degree Courses - 39 credits
General Education Requirements - 24 Credits
Where specific courses are not listed within the categories above, courses must be selected from the list of all General Education Courses .
Required Degree Courses - 39 credits
Program Map
The program map is a recommended semester-by-semester schedule of courses based on degree requirements and serve as a general guideline to help students complete their program in two years. Although designed for full-time enrollment, these are easily adaptable for part-time study. For additional, individualized guidance, students should review Degree Works and consult an Academic Counselor or Faculty Advisor to ensure they are on track to complete their program.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Minimum Total Credits: 63
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