Electrical Engineering Technology AAS

David Hunt, Program Coordinator
Email address: huntdj@alfredstate.edu

The electrical engineering technology AAS program provide the skills and occupational competence necessary for entry into the field as an applied engineer who works with and is responsible for all the electronic equipment in the field. Thus, in addition to a firm foundation in electrical circuit concepts, the program provides a robust laboratory experience.

This program will prepare you by emphasizing basic knowledge and skills during the first year of the program. Studies include fundamental DC and AC circuit analysis and digital circuit logic to develop skills in use of electronic test equipment and in use of tools and printed circuit fabrication equipment. Laboratory experiments supplement classroom instruction and problem solving. Computer problem solving and simulation aid in course instruction.

The second year of the associate degree program continues the study of fundamental electronic circuits. The areas of study include microcontroller circuitry and programming, electronic communication circuits and systems, and IC circuit fabrication on silicon wafers.

Advantages

• The understanding of general processes gained through laboratory experiences prepares students to either continue their education or enter the workforce in the fields of microcontrollers, power systems, and microelectronics.
• The AAS program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET,  http://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

• 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.
• The application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers, and engineering standards to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems.
• The application of natural sciences and mathematics at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.

Alfred State electrical engineering technology AAS graduates may enter directly into either the construction supervision BTech, the electrical engineering technology BS, the interdisciplinary studies BTech, or technology management BBA degree program.

Employment and continuing education rate of 100 percent – 100 percent are employed. 

Enrollment And Graduation Data

Computer Engineering Technology
Electrical Construction and Maintenance Electrician