Electrical Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Code: 10-662-1
For more information: www.wctc.edu/electrical-eng
Electrical engineering technologists' work involves the design, development, production, testing, manufacturing and repair of electronic and electrical equipment. In this calculus-based program, gain skills necessary to apply knowledge of electrical theory to numerous settings, including research and development, manufacturing, field service engineering among others.
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org
The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:
Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0
Program Outcomes
- An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to solve well-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
- An ability to design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the discipline.
- An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results.
- An ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.
- Evaluate the operation of electronic circuits or systems.
Critical Life Skills
To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.
- Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
- Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
- Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
- Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.
Listed below are the required courses for the program. To view the recommended sequence for taking courses click on the plan of study tab(s) above. Work with your Academic Advisor to design a program plan!
View your Program Matrix to find out when each course will be offered (term and time of day).
Code | Title | Credits |
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Core Courses | ||
605-118 | Digital Electronics I | 2 |
605-119 | Digital Electronics II | 2 |
605-126 | Industrial Systems | 3 |
605-148 | Data Acquisition | 3 |
605-182 | Microcontrollers | 3 |
605-187 | Electronic Data Communications | 3 |
662-102 | DC Circuit Analysis | 4 |
662-104 | AC Circuit Analysis | 4 |
662-108 | Linear Circuit Analysis | 3 |
662-190 | Electronic Circuits I | 4 |
662-191 | Electronic Circuits II | 4 |
663-104 | Programming for Electronics | 1 |
663-106 | Electronic Fabrication I | 1 |
Approved Substitute: 605-127 | ||
General Studies | ||
801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 801-223 | ||
801-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Comm | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 801-198 | ||
804-156 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
804-198 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
806-187 | Calculus Based Physics 1 | 3 |
809-196 | Intro to Sociology | 3 |
809-199 | Psychology of Human Relations | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 809-198 | ||
Total Credits | 60 |
First Year | ||
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Fall Term 1 | Credits | |
605-118 | Digital Electronics I | 2 |
662-102 | DC Circuit Analysis | 4 |
804-198 | Calculus 1 This course runs 16 weeks. | 4 |
Credits | 10 | |
Fall Term 2 | ||
662-104 | AC Circuit Analysis | 4 |
663-106 | Electronic Fabrication I | 1 |
Credits | 5 | |
Spring Term 1 | ||
804-156 | Calculus 2 This course runs 16 weeks. | 4 |
662-190 | Electronic Circuits I | 4 |
801-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Comm | 3 |
Credits | 11 | |
Spring Term 2 | ||
605-119 | Digital Electronics II | 2 |
809-196 | Intro to Sociology | 3 |
Credits | 5 | |
Second Year | ||
Summer Term | ||
801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
663-104 | Programming for Electronics | 1 |
Credits | 4 | |
Fall Term 1 | ||
662-191 | Electronic Circuits II | 4 |
806-187 | Calculus Based Physics 1 | 3 |
Credits | 7 | |
Fall Term 2 | ||
605-182 | Microcontrollers | 3 |
809-199 | Psychology of Human Relations | 3 |
Credits | 6 | |
Spring Term 1 | ||
605-126 | Industrial Systems | 3 |
605-187 | Electronic Data Communications | 3 |
Credits | 6 | |
Spring Term 2 | ||
605-148 | Data Acquisition | 3 |
662-108 | Linear Circuit Analysis | 3 |
Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits | 60 |