Electrical Technology A.A.S.

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 2025 to Summer 2026. 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.

Program Description

The Electrical Technology A.A.S. program at SUNY Westchester Community College offers a multi-disciplinary foundation for careers in diverse fields such as power utilities, electronics, healthcare, automotive control, and robotics. With a curriculum that blends theoretical concepts and practical application, students gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge areas like microprocessors, digital communication, energy conversion, and circuit design. Graduates are well-prepared for technical roles involving diagnostics, equipment testing, and system design, positioning them for immediate entry into the workforce or further specialization in this dynamic field.

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.

Accreditation

SUNY WCC is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. https://www.sunywcc.edu/about/accreditation/

Program Notes

No additional notes for this program.

Program Requirements

63 credits are required for the degree:

General Education - 24 credits
Required Degree Courses - 39 credits

General Education Requirements - 24 Credits

Communication - Written and Oral (3 credits): ENG 101 - Writing and Research
Humanities (3 credits): ENG 102 - Writing and Literature
Mathematics (and Quantitative Reasoning) (8 credits): MATH 131 - College Algebra and MATH 161 - Precalculus (Functions & Coordinate Geometry)
Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) (4 credits): PHYSC 111 - College Physics 1
Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice (3 credits): choose from this category of general education courses
The Arts, World Languages, OR World History and Global Awareness (3 credits): choose from any category, The Arts , World Languages OR World History/Global Awareness

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

Course	Credits
CIVIL 103 - Intro to Technology	3
ELEC 128 - Electrical Circuits	3
ELEC 129 - Digital Logic	3
ENG 101 - Writing and Research	3
MATH 131 - College Algebra	4
Semester Total Credits	16

Semester 2

Course	Credits
ELEC 137 - Alternating Current and Non-Sine Waves	3
ELEC 160 - Electronics	3
ENG 102 - Writing and Literature	3
MATH 161 - Precalculus (Functions & Coordinate Geometry)	4
PHYSC 111 - College Physics 1	4
Semester Total Credits	17

Semester 3

Course	Credits
ELEC 218 - Introduction to Microprocessors	3
ELEC 239 - Analog Circuits	3
ELEC 282 - Electronic Communication	3
Major Elective	3
The Arts , World Languages or World History/Global Awareness Gen. Ed. Course	3
Semester Total Credits	15

Semester 4

Course	Credits
Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Gen. Ed. Course	3
ELEC 204 - Electrical Machinery	3
ELEC 207 - Instrumentation and Control Systems	3
ELEC 228 - Energy Conversion & Power	3
Major Elective	3
Semester Total Credits	15

Minimum Total Credits: 63

Transfer Opportunities

Westchester Community College is committed to facilitating a smooth transfer process to ensure that graduates of the college are prepared to transfer with junior status, and are able to complete a bachelor’s degree within two years of full-time study upon transfer. View 4-year institutions’ transfer agreement information by program here.