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Upon graduation from the Electronic Engineering Technician degree program, you may begin a career assisting in the design, manufacturing, installation, and service of microelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing systems, telecommunication equipment and systems, electronic test instruments, medical measuring and monitoring equipment, computers, video systems, automation products, security and safety systems, process control systems, and flexible automation systems (robots). Training includes specific technical skills needed in the field and broader skills in communications, teamwork, and human relations, which are necessary for career success.

You may be interested in our Cooperative Work Experience program, which allows you to earn college credit for work you do related to your program. You will need department approval before you may enroll in ELT280A-H Cooperative Work Experience. For more information, look under Cooperative Work Experience in the catalog index or contact Program Chair Charles Sekafetz at 503.399.6254.

As a graduate of this program, you may choose to transfer to a school such as Oregon Institute of Technology to complete the coursework required for a bachelor’s degree. If you wish to transfer, declare your intent before the first term and work closely with electronics advisor Charles Sekafetz, 503.399.6254, and the institution to which you plan to transfer.

Program Outcomes

Students completing this degree should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

1. Use communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
2. Identify and solve technology problems related to electronic circuits and devices, mechanical systems, and computer hardware or software.
3. Perform test procedures and use equipment to diagnose, maintain, and/or repair electronic/ computer-based circuits and systems.
4. Read and interpret written materials, including manuals, technical bulletins, schematics, and procedures to maintain and repair equipment or systems.
5. Use standard terminology and clarifying language to communicate orally and in writing with customers, suppliers, supervisors, and co-workers.
6. Practice skills and attitudes-individually and as a member of a team-that reflect quality management procedures and professional standards in the workplace.
7. Apply professional and environmental safety practices associated with the workplace.If you have questions about the requirements.

Getting Started

Students entering this program must have an Intel-compatible computer (Pentium 4 or better) and be computer literate (type approximately 20 wpm and be familiar with the Windows operating system and word processing and spreadsheet software.)

If you have questions about the requirements, contact Program Chair Charles Sekafetz at 503.399.6254, chuck.sekafetz@chemeketa.edu.

You may earn an associate of applied science degree by successfully completing the required 96 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in all courses.