Electronics Technology - Hennepin Technical College

Electronics Technology from Hennepin Technical College is a Campus Associate Electrical Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Award Description: The Electronics Technician is an important member of the technical team. Their job as part of the team is to work with engineers and other professionals in the design, manufacture, testing, repair and maintenance of technical systems. There is a wide variety of job situations the technician will encounter. These may include repairing equipment or testing systems while working in the plant or in the field. The Electronics Technician may be required to have extensive software skills in addition to their electronic skills. Some positions may require travel, lifting and working with people from other companies to complete the task. The skills the technician needs to bring to the team are the ability to analyze circuits or systems and work with tools and test equipment. Other important qualities are the desire to be part of a professional team, good communication skills and the ability to work under supervision or independently. Graduates who choose the A.A.S. degree usually have a future goal of a four-year degree in Engineering , Computer Science or other degree that will lead to a higher level of employment. Career Opportunities: Electronics Technicians are in demand in small to large companies and virtually all government agencies including the Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration and the US Post Office. Technicians may work for the manufacturers, sellers, end users or third party maintenance organizations. Technicians may hold any one of the following job titles: Technical Sales, Troubleshooter, Installer, Support Specialist, Field Service, Depot Repair Technician, Test Technician, Quality Control Technician, Network Technician, Telecommunication Technician or Engineer Assistant. View more details on Hennepin Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Electrical Engineering courses.