Electrical Technology - Pennsylvania College of Technology

Electrical Technology from Pennsylvania College of Technology is a Campus Associate Electrical Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. This curriculum prepares students for jobs in industry as electrical/electronic technicians . Students develop the practical skills needed to work with electrical machinery, electric and electronic machine control devices, and other electronic equipment. The course work emphasizes electrical and electronics and includes theory and lab experience in troubleshooting, circuitry, industrial electronics, electrical machinery and electrical construction practices, as well as programmable logic control (PLC). A strong background in math, science and technical writing increases students\\\' career opportunities. Graduates will also have the background needed to transfer to a four-year technology program. Career Opportunities Industrial maintenance, field service technician, electronic apparatus troubleshooter, electrical laboratory technician, electrical engineering technologist, design assistant, electrical layout facilitator, technical writer. Program Goals A graduate of this major should be able to: use algebra, trigonometry, and physics in the design, development, and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits and systems. interpret and develop blueprints, schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and transform them into functioning systems that comply with the National Electrical code and/or other specifications. evaluate technical information and communicate verbally and/or in writing to others in or out of the field. demonstrate basic knowledge of construction procedures and electrical wiring techniques. demonstrate knowledge of advanced electrical/electronic theory through the use of complex numbers and network theorems. demonstrate knowledge of the theory and mechanics of rotating machinery, Programmable Logic Control (PLC) circuitry, transformer banks, and instrumentation. troubleshoot microprocessor-based industrial control devices such as PLC and electro-mechanical systems. demonstrate the ability to use test equipment and instrumentation to analyze, troubleshoot, repair, and operate electrical/electronic circuits, systems, and equipment. demonstrate technical skills in a variety of electrical fields and apply accepted OSHA safety standards. View more details on Pennsylvania College of Technology . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Electrical Engineering courses.