Electronics and Computer Technology

The Electronics and Computer Technology program prepares students for a variety of careers in technology, such as computing, networking, communications, process control and automation, robotics, biomedical, energy management, and transportation. The program develops knowledgeable and skilled technicians who implement electronic designs and perform tasks such as collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various electronic systems. Students can acquire the associate level Certified Electronics Technician (CET) certification.

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SAMPLE CAREERS IN THIS FIELD
Lab Technician, Automated Process Technician, Electrical Technician, Communications Technician, Technical Sales Support, Test and Calibration Technician, Biomedical Equipment Technician, Computer/Networking Technician, Nanotechnology Support Technician.

DEGREES AVAILABLE
Associate of Applied Science, and short- term Certificate. NOTE: The number of credits required for a degree or certification is based on students who are program-ready and does not include non-academic skills courses. Availability of degrees varies by campus. Contact your campus of interest below for more information.

Short-term certificates are sequences of technical and professional courses that are industry focused and designed for workforce preparation. They provide access to targeted, short-term training in a discipline, and completers may sit for specific certification exams. Courses in certificate programs also apply toward technical certificates and associate degree programs in the subject area. Program and Employment Information

Completion of the Automation Controls Certificate leads to employment as a PLC and/or industrial maintenance technician. Certificate credits apply to an associate degree. Completion of the associate degree is required to sit for the Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (ISA) Certification Exam.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN ELECTRONICS AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
(Minimum of 60 credit hours)

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Electronics and Computer Technology will give you the knowledge and skills for career entry or advancement in a current job. Associate of Applied Science degree programs are two-year programs that prepare students for careers, career changes and career advancement. Students who need to take longer to complete the degree because of job or family obligations can take the program over a longer period of time. AAS programs may also prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions. These programs offer education in recognized technical areas and specialties with emphasis on analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The program content, which is approximately 30% general education and 70% professional/technical, provides depth and breadth in conceptual and professional/technical skills. The general education courses equip students with the problem solving, communications, scientific and mathematical skills to compete successfully in the job market. Professional/technical courses equip students with the skills to obtain employment and to advance in the workforce.

The Associate of Science degree prepares you for transfer to a university to pursue a baccalaureate degree. The Associate of Science degree in Electronics and Computer Technology transfers to many Indiana public and private colleges and universities.

To find out information about your transfer options to public and private universities, contact your academic advisor or the transfer office of your local Ivy Tech. You are also encouraged to contact the institution and consult the current catalog and web page of the institution to which you wish to transfer.