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A.A.S. in Technology, Computer Electronics Concentration
A.A.S. in Technology, Computer Electronics Concentration

A.A.S. in Technology, Computer Electronics Concentration

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  • Level:Associate Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

  • Submit complete secondary school records reflecting a cumulative grade of 75% (2.5 GPA equivalent) or higher.  Secondary school records are high school transcripts or mark sheets showing all classes and grades completed and date of graduation. Transcripts that are not in English or 4.00 grade scale should have an official evaluation and translation provided. 

  • Submit an official copy of High School Diploma or Graduation Certificate.

English requirements

  • Demonstrated English language proficiency. Before being accepted for admission to the university international students must demonstrate their English language proficiency.  For standard admission students may demonstrate proficiency by one of the following means:

    • TOEFL score of 530 (paper based), 195 (computer based), or 71 (internet based) with no band score below a 16.

    • IELTS scores of 6.0 overall with 5.0 or above in EVERY subject/skill category.

    • Duolingo English Test with a score of 95 or higher.

    • Japanese students may submit the EIKEN test with a passing score of Pre-1.

    • ACT English 18 and ACT Reading 20

    • SAT Evidence Based Reading/Writing 510

    • Successful completion of the ELS Level 112 Intensive English program in the United States. (See below for details.)

Course Information

This program prepares technicians to serve as para-professionals in a wide range of companies and organizations where maintenance of computer hardware and/or electronics equipment is required. With the increased use of computers in all phases of human endeavor, the demand for computer technicians with a college degree of this type is projected to increase. Students who successfully complete this degree program may transfer most of the credits earned to the B.S. degree in Network Security and Electronics (NET).

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Suggested Curriculum Guide for AAS in Technology, Computer Electronics Concentration

  • Freshman (1st Semester) 16 hrs

  • BTO 100* Academic Orientation (1 hr)

  • EET 252* Digital Electronics

  • EET 251* Electricity and Electronics

  • TEC 161 Computer Applications in Technology

  • E-2 MAT 112A&B Algebra or higher (MAT 114, 120,

  • 122, 211, 234)

  • E-1A ENG 101 English Composition I

  • or ENG 105 Honors English

  • Freshman (2nd Semester) 15 hrs

  • NET 302^ PC Troubleshooting & Construction

  • NET 303^ LANs & PC Communications

  • EET 257 Electronic Devices and Circuits

  • Select from (CSC 160 Intro to Programming or higher)

  • or (CIS 215 Intro to Business Programming) or

  • (INF course above 130)

  • E-1B ENG 102 English Composition II

  • Sophomore (1st Semester) 13 hrs

  • Select from EET 253 Microprocessor Control Systems

  • or EET 351 Programmable Logic Controllers or AEM

  • 352 Automated Technology Devices or

  • NET 354^ Microcomputer & Network Security

  • Select from NET 395 Special Topics in NET or

  • NET 403 Advanced LANs & PC Communications

  • E-1C Select from CMS 100 Intro. to Human

  • Communication or CMS 210 Public Speaking or

  • EES 250 Basic Social Intelligence Skills

  • Free Elective (1 hr)

  • Sophomore (2nd Semester) 16 hrs

  • NET 343 Network Switches & Routers

  • NET 349 Co-operative (Co-op) Education (1)

  • NET 399 Associate Capstone Project** or NET 499

  • Senior Capstone

  • E-4 PHY 101 Concepts of the Physical World or higher

  • E-5B ECO 130 Contemporary Economic Problems or

  • higher

  • E-3B Humanities or 3A/B Integrated Arts and

  • Humanities

  • Exit Exam Departmental (0 hrs)

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Graduates of the computer electronics concentration are prepared for rewarding careers as computer electronic technicians in the public and private sector. Typical job responsibilities include maintaining and installing computers as well as electronics equipment. Students are provided with a sound background in computer electronics by lecture and laboratory coursework that includes electricity, electronics, computer systems and networks. Following successful completion of coursework, students may seek professional certifications in computer hardware, software and networking. On-the-job experience is valued highly by computer electronics employers; therefore, students are encouraged to gain college credit for professional work through cooperative education. A balance of current technical knowledge, co-op experience and appropriate certifications ensures graduates are well prepared to pursue careers in the high-demand area of computer electronics.

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