Bachelor of Science in Electronics Technology
Students studying Electronics Technology (ET) will learn and select from a broad range of skills to become well-rounded technology specialists. In our program*, the student will lean on systems that prepare them for the future. This program* provides students with the core skills needed to enter and be successful in careers requiring knowledge of electronics. Students will have the opportunity to learn the foundations of circuits (AC/DC), foundations of networks, power systems, energy, and digital computing environments. The program* has a focus on mainframe education. This niche area was identified because of: 1) the department’s acquisition of a z9 Enterprise system, 2) the scarcity of mainframe education programs in the country, and 3) the high demand for talent in this area.
Specializations (or Careers)
- Automatization Technician
- Computer Electronics Technician
- Electronics Installer
- Home and Business Security Specialist
- Transportation Safety Specialists
- Network Installer and Tester
Admission Requirements
The admission of students to the undergraduate degree program in Electronics Technology is based on general admission requirements of North Carolina A&T State University.
Program* Requirements
This program* will enhance a broad range of proficiencies in the following areas:
- Planning, organizing and managing technology, people, and resources
- Applying and controlling the use of various high-level technologies, e.g., information-based business management systems, such as enterprise resource planning systems, supply chain management systems, manufacturing execution systems, etc.
- Mastering the technical skills such as industrial materials and processing, computer-aided drafting, design, and manufacturing; computer-integrated manufacturing; machine vision, power technology; automation technologies such as robotics, PLC, CNC machines; graphic communications systems and telecommunications
- Controlling processes to improve quality, reliability, and productivity
- Managing human resource and developing a changing workplace to achieve organizational goals
- Problem-solving and creative thinking skills
- Technology innovation and implementation
Curriculum Guide: B.S. in Electronics TechnologyContact Information
For program-related questions:
Gina Bullock, Ph.D.
Department of Computer Systems Technology
College of Science & Technology
336-285-3103
glbulloc@ncat.edu
For assistance with the admissions process:
Office of Admissions
uadmit@ncat.edu
800-443-8964
For assistance with the registration process:
Trevor Taylor, Student Services Coordinator
Extended Campus
online@ncat.edu
336-285-3798 or 888-498-6752 (Toll-Free)
Or
Toni McRae, Business Services Coordinator
Extended Campus
online@ncat.edu
336-285-3811 or 888-498-6752 (Toll-Free)