The electrical engineering technology programs provide the skills and occupational competence necessary for entry into the field as an electronic or electrical technician, or technologist. The technician works with and is responsible for all the electronic equipment in the field. Thus, in addition to a firm foundation in electrical circuit concepts, a technician must have laboratory experience.
The electrical engineering technology programs emphasize 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.
Through a recent NYS Science, Technology, and Academic Research (NYSTAR®) grant opportunity, Alfred State College has implemented a new semiconductor manufacturing laboratory cleanroom facility. The new microelectronics laboratory has been equipped with Modu-Lab® semiconductor device manufacturing equipment, which gives students realistic exposure to the semiconductor planer processes, the technology in which integrated circuits or “chips” are manufactured. Integrated circuits are extremely small circuits fabricated on a monolithic semiconductor substrate. The rapid advances in the number of transistors per chip have led to integrated circuits with increases in capability and performance and have changed virtually every aspect of our lives over the past three decades. Oxidation, diffusion, photolithography, etch, and vapor deposition stations allow the students the opportunity to design, fabricate, and test their own simple integrated circuit devices while gaining experience in microelectronic fabrication techniques. The understanding of general processes gained through laboratory experiences will prepare students to either continue their education in the microelectronics field or work in modern high-tech industrial laboratories found at companies like Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Kionix, Micron Technology, Motorola, National Semiconductor, and Texas Instruments to name a few. Students interested in a career in semiconductor manufacturing technology should consult with their adviser regarding selection of appropriate elective course work during their first semester.
A laptop computer is required for students entering the electrical engineering technology programs. See laptop specifications. Some courses may require specialized tools and/or electronic components.
Program Educational Objectives
The BS in electrical engineering technology program produces graduates who:
- Apply knowledge of mathematics and science using critical thinking and creative skills to solve electrical engineering problems;
- Function professionally with effective communication and with ethical responsibility as individuals and as members of a multidisciplinary team;
- Continuously improve and engage in life-long learning and adapt to a technologically advancing society;
- Apply knowledge of contemporary issues and anticipate the impact of electrical engineering solutions on industry and the general public;
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary to support electrical engineering practice;
- Design electrical engineering systems, components, or processes to meet industry needs;
- Design electrical engineering experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data to support the problem solving process and project design.
- An appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of electrical engineering technology.
- An ability to apply current knowledge in the electrical engineering technology field and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology.
- An ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply results to improve processes.
- An ability to apply creativity and critical thinking skills in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives.
- An ability to function effectively on teams.
- An ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems.
- An ability to communicate effectively.
- A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
- An ability to understand professional, ethical, and social responsibilities.
- Respect for diversity and knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues.
- A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
- The application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems.
- The applications of physics or chemistry to electrical/electronic(s) circuits in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry.
- The ability to analyze, design, and implement control systems, instrumentation systems, communications systems, computer systems, or power systems.
- The ability to apply project management techniques to electrical/electronic(s) systems.
- The ability to utilize statistics/probability, transform methods, discrete mathematics, or applied differential equations in support of electrical/electronic(s) systems.
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.
Recommended: Physics
This program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
The bachelor of science degree in engineering technology is recognized as a "professional degree" that qualifies for experience/education credit toward New York Professional Engineering Licensure. Graduates from Alfred State's program are allowed six years of the required 12 years of education/experience credit and are eligible to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), formerly called Engineer-in-Training (EIT), examination upon graduation.
- Emphasizes skills and occupational competency in electronics and electrical networks.
- Extensive laboratory facilities, offering both theory and hands-on experience.
Agreements exist for AAS graduates from Alfred State, Broome Community College, SUNY Canton, Corning Community College, Genesee Community College, Jamestown Community College, Mohawk Valley Community College, Monroe Community College, and SUNY Morrisville.
- 138 semester credit hours
- 60 semester credit hours of liberal arts and sciences from at least seven of the General Education content groups: mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, western civilization, American history, other world civilization, arts, foreign language, and basic communications (must include COMP 1503)
- Minimum of 45 hours upper division
- Minimum of 24 hours upper division in major
- Minimum of 30 hours upper division in residence
- 2.0 cumulative grade point average, and 2.0 grade point average in major courses (BSET, ELET, EMET, CISY)
- Approval of department faculty
Courses which repeat or significantly overlap courses taken in the student's associate degree program cannot be taken for upper level credit. If the associate degree covered the subject matter in one of the required baccalaureate courses, a different course must be substituted and approved by the faculty adviser.
- Electrical or Electronics Technologist
- Communications Technologist
- Computer Technologist
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Technologist
- Electrical Power Technologist
Several graduates of this program have completed master of science degrees in electrical engineering at a nearby university.
Approximately 12 to 15 hours are spent in classroom instruction each week with class size ranging from 16 to 30 students. Structured labs are nine to 12 hours a week. The student's academic adviser is a member of the engineering technology faculty.
First Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
COMP | 1503 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
ELET | 1111 | Digital Logic Lab | 1 |
ELET | 1133 | Digital Logic | 3 |
ELET | 1001 | Seminar | 1 |
ELET | 1202 | Intro to Electrical Technology | 2 |
MECH | 1603 | Graphics/CAD | 3 |
MATH | 1033 | College Algebra | 3 |
HPED | xxx1 | Phys Ed Elective | 1 |
17 |
Second Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
ELET | 1143 | Electronic Fabrication | 3 |
ELET | 1104 | Circuit Theory I | 4 |
ELET | 1151 | Circuit Theory I Lab | 1 |
MATH | 2043 | College Trigonometry | 3 |
PHYS | 1024 | General Physics I | 4 |
LITR | xxx3 | Gen Education Literature Elective | 3 |
18 |
Third Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
ELET | 2124 | Electrical Power Circuits | 4 |
ELET | 2103 | Electronics Theory I | 3 |
ELET | 2151 | Electronics I Lab | 1 |
ELET | 2143 | Embedded Controller Fund | 3 |
PHYS | 2023 | General Physics II | 3 |
MATH | 1063 | Technical Calculus I | 3 |
17 |
Fourth Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
ELET | 3103 | Electronics II | 3 |
ELET | 3151 | Electronics II Lab | 1 |
ELET | 4224 | Alternative Energy Generation | 4 |
ELET | 4154 | Microelectronics | 4 |
SPCH | 1083 | Effective Speaking | 3 |
xxx3 | Gen Ed Elective | 3 | |
18 |
Fifth Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
COMP | 5703 | Technical Writing | 3 |
CISY | 5123 | Scientific Prog in C & C++ | 3 |
MATH | 2074 | Technical Calculus II | 4 |
EMET | 5004 | Instrumentation | 4 |
CHEM | 5013 | Applied Chem Principles | 3 |
17 |
Sixth Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
ELET | 6004 | Advanced Power Systems | 4 |
MATH | 6114 | Differential Equations | 4 |
ELET | 4143 | Electrical Machines & Controls | 3 |
ELET | 7404 | Embedded & Real Time Systems | 4 |
ELET | 5113 | Electronic Communications | 3 |
18 |
Seventh Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
xxx3 | Gen Ed Elective | 3 | |
BSET | 7001 | Senior Seminar & Project Design | 1 |
PHYS | 8013 | Modern Physics | 3 |
MATH | 7123 | Statistics for Engineering Technolgy | 3 |
MATH | 7113 | Econ Anal for Engr Tech | 3 |
ELET | 7104 | Inegrated Circuit Technology | 4 |
17 |
Eighth Semester | credits | ||
---|---|---|---|
BSET | 8006 | Senior Internship OR | 6 |
BSET | 8003 | Senior Technical Project AND | 3 |
EMET | xxx3 | Upper Level Professional Elective | 3 |
EMET | 6004 | Feedback Control Systems | 4 |
xxx3 | Gen Education Elective | 3 | |
xxx3 | Gen Education Elective | 3 | |
16 |
Survey Details | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
---|---|---|---|
Receiving Degrees | 6 | 9 | 3 |
Responding to Survey | 5 (83%) | 6 (67%) | 2 (67%) |
Employed | 5 (100%) | 6 (100%) | 2 (100%) |
Employed in Field | 5 (100%) | 6 (100%) | 1 (50%) |
Transferred | -- | -- | -- |
Unemployed & Seeking Employment | -- | -- | -- |
Unemployed & Not Seeking Employment | -- | -- | -- |
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