This degree in Electrical Technology prepares students for jobs in industry as electrical/electronic technicians. Students develop the practical skills needed to work with electrical machinery, electric and electronic machine control devices, and other electronic equipment. The course work emphasizes electrical and electronics and includes theory and lab experience in troubleshooting, circuitry, industrial electronics, electrical machinery and electrical construction practices, as well as programmable logic control (PLC). A strong background in math, science and technical writing increases students career opportunities.
Career path opportunities include Industrial technician, field service technician, electronic apparatus trouble shooter, electrical laboratory technician, electrical engineering technologist, design assistant, electrical layout facilitator, and technical writer.
