Electronics Technology - Northampton County Area Community College

Electronics Technology from Northampton County Area Community College is a Campus Certificate Electrical Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Narrative Today\\\'s high technology companies want to hire well-rounded electronics technicians who can help their businesses grow profitably. Northampton\\\'s Electronics Technology program integrates comprehensive electronic circuit theory with practical hands-on lab work. Students develop solid troubleshooting skills using modern industry-quality instruments. Northampton graduates are employed in areas such as manufacturing, installation, repair, operation, and product design. Other graduates choose power generation, industrial control, or sales. Employers value Northampton graduates because they are well-trained and can step right in to resolve many design and application problems. Program Features Our program is based on continuous industry input and evaluation of electronics programs nationwide. The result is a practical curriculum that emphasizes a strong foundation in electronics fundamentals while developing skills critical to success in the field. Your studies will include: Core Coursework: Two semesters of DC/AC circuit analysis, digital electronics, and solid state devices; one semester of linear integrated circuits and microprocessors. Mechanical Skills: Courses include Electronics Manufacturing, Mechanical Skills, and Team Projects. Computer Skills: We emphasize applications such as MultiSIM, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD. Communication Skills: Your reading, writing, and presentation skills, as applied to technical topics, will be developed over the course of the program. Project Work: Integrated into all semesters. Program Outcomes Graduates of the program will: Prototype, evaluate, and assist in the design of electronic circuits using fundamental analog and digital concepts. Fabricate electronic circuit layouts and electromechanical prototypes. Use computer technology to conduct research, analyze data, simulate circuit performance, design circuits, program microprocessors, and document findings. Select and operate electronic test equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and function generators to test and troubleshoot analog and digital circuits. Apply mathematics and reasoning to predict electronic circuit performance and to analyze data. Effectively speak, write, and graphically illustrate the discourse of electronics technology. Work both independently and as a contributing member of an effective team. Use applied research, critical thinking, and problem solving skills to support lifelong professional development. View more details on Northampton County Area Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Electrical Engineering courses.