Electronic Technology
The Anoka Technical College Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) program offers a 32-credit Electronic Technology (ET) diploma. The ET diploma provides students with the technical knowledge necessary to start a career in electronics.
Full-time students may complete an ET diploma in two semesters. Full-time students who continue in the program can obtain an AAS in EET with an additional two semesters.
Students will obtain a solid education in electronic fundamentals, as well as system-level troubleshooting. Students also learn about:
- Mechatronics
- Lasers and Optics
- Robotics
- Computer Troubleshooting A+
- Networking
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- LabView programming applications
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and there are several EET program-specific scholarships available.
Course Prerequisites
Some courses may require appropriate test score or completion of basic math, basic English and/or reading courses with a 'C' or better.
Program Learning Outcomes
By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning outcomes.
- Interpersonal and employability skills: Communicate with peers and customers using professional, ethical and appropriate verbal and nonverbal communication skills; by accepting constructive feedback and displaying appropriate behavior; participating as a member of a team, exhibiting leadership and lifelong learning skills.
- Electronic Theory: Demonstrate a solid understanding of electronics; by interpreting electronic schematics and diagrams; research, organize and interpret information from various technical sources; identifying components; electronic test equipment used by technician in industry.
- Mechatronic Systems: Convey the understanding of complex relationships between sections of specialized equipment through written, verbal, and/or demonstrative methods.
- Troubleshooting: Demonstrate principles of troubleshooting and logical diagnosis by using critical thinking skills to define, analyze, and implement a solution.
- Mechatronic Applications: Evaluate and determine that all mechatronic equipment is in proper working condition, ensuring a safe, reliable manufacturing environment.
- Safety Compliance: Participate in class in a professional manner, by acting in compliance with documented safety procedures and appropriate industry standards.
Program Sequence
| Fall Semester |
16 |
ETEC 1102
|
Mechatronics 1 DC
|
3 |
ETEC 1113
|
Mechatronics 2 AC |
3 |
ETEC 1141
|
Circuit Analysis
|
4
|
ETEC 1151
|
Computer Troubleshooting A+
|
3
|
ETEC 1250
|
Digital 1
|
3
|
| *Spring Semester |
16
|
BMET 1301
|
Biomedical Networking
|
2 |
ETEC 1170
|
Programmable Large Controllers
|
2 |
ETEC 1202
|
Solid State Electronics
|
5
|
ETEC 1271
|
Technical Documentation |
3 |
ETEC 1260
|
Lasers and Optics
|
2 |
ETEC 1281
|
Engineering Technology Programming: LabVIEW and C++
|
2 |
|
*Students starting in spring semester will have limited technical courses.
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Part-Time Options
Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide (see the program guide PDF under the LINKS section to the right). Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence. Refer to the below PDF document for first semester part-time course options and further information.
Graduation Requirements
All Anoka Technical College students seeking an Associate in Applied Science (AAS), diploma, or certificate must meet the cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher.
Transfer Opportunities
To see how this may transfer into other Anoka Technical College program or into another college, visit:
Industry Information
As part of the Electronic Engineering Technology program, the Electronic Technology diploma provides students with the technical knowledge necessary to start their career in electronics and manufacturing support.
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