Electrical Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Code: 10-662-1
For more information: 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
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 this program. An Academic Advisor can help you develop your program plan and select the term and course schedule that works best for you.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 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 I | 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 | |