Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology with Specializations in:
- Electronics
- Laser and Photonics
- Robotics and Mechatronics
- Career Path to Valencia's B.S. Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Associate in Science Degree (CIP# 1615030301)
This program is designed to produce highly skilled technicians capable of assisting in the design, production, operation and servicing of electronics, optics, photonics, lasers, robotics and mechatronics systems and equipment. The specializations will provide an up-to-date curriculum in electronics engineering, lasers and photonics, and robotics and mechatronics technology. Valencia is a Center of Electronics Emphasis in Florida and is equipped with special test equipment and advanced laboratories, which provide the latest in hands-on experience.
Students are strongly encouraged to consult a career program advisor in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.
Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning.
All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all mandatory courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed.
Alternative Ways to Earn Credit toward this Degree
Graduates of specific programs at Orange Technical College and Osceola Technical College, as well as other institutions may be eligible to receive college credit for courses in this program. You may also be eligible to receive credit toward this degree if you have earned one of the approved Gold Standard industry certifications or Career Pathways credit. To learn more about Valencia’s award of credit options, visit https://valenciacollege.edu/academics/programs/as-degree/credit-industry-certification-agreements.php. Eligible students should contact the Career Program Advisor in their academic department for more information about the requirements for the award of credit.
College Credit Technical Certificates
The Electronics Engineering A.S. degree also offers the following college credit certificate programs. These certificates can put you on the fast-track to reaching your career goals. They are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for entry-level employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificates are embedded in the A.S. degree. You can earn the certificates as you progress through your A.S. Degree or as a separate, stand-alone credential. Click on the Certificate tab at the top of the page for more information about the certificates that are offered.
- Laser and Photonics Technician (12 credits) (CIP # 0615030411)
- Robotics Applications Technician (12 credits) (CIP # 0615040514)
- Basic Electronics Technician (14 credits) (CIP # 0615030310)
- Advanced Electronics Technician (31 credits) (CIP # 0615030309)
Start Right
Degree-seeking students enrolling at Valencia for the first time will have a limited range of courses from which to choose for their first 18 college-level credits. Within the first 18 college credit hours, you will be required to take ENC1101 (3 credits), and if applicable, SLS 1122 (3 credits) and a mathematics course appropriate to your selected meta-major (3 credits). The remaining courses will be chosen from the General Education Core Courses in humanities (3 credits), science (3 credits), or social science (3 credits), and/or the introductory courses within the A.S. degree programs. For specific courses see the Foundation Courses on the “Program Requirements” tab. For course sequencing recommendations, see your Career Program Advisor or create an education plan by logging into Atlas, clicking on the LifeMap tab and clicking My Education Plan.
Potential Careers
- Electronics Technician
- Field Technician
- System Technician
- Electronics Tester
- Fiber Optics Specialist
- Instrumentation Technician
- Robotics and Simulation Technician
- Laser Specialist
Salary & Earnings Information
For career information related to this program, please visit O*Net OnLine.
Contacts
Future Students
To learn more about this program, contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu or 407-582-1507 or visit https://valenciacollege.edu/electrical-engineering/
Current Students
Your Career Program Advisor contact information can be found in Atlas. Log into Atlas, click on the Courses tab, and check your Academic Profile information to find a link to your Advisor.
West Campus Faculty Program Chair
Radu Bunea: 407-582-1360
rbunea@valenciacollege.edu
Internship and Workforce Services
If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship.
Career Path in Electronics, Laser and Photonics, or Robotics and Mechatronics Specializations
Program Outcomes
- Apply basic mathematical and engineering concepts to technical problem solving
- Accept professional and ethical responsibilities of the engineering technology profession
- Communicate effectively in technical and non-technical environments
Program Requirements
Electronics Specialization
Program Outcome
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of electronic systems
Laser and Photonics Specialization
Program Outcome
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of laser and photonics equipment and systems
Robotics and Mechatronics Specialization
Program Outcome
- Assist in the Design, Operation, and Troubleshooting of Robotics and Mechatronics Systems
Notes:
Upon earning the A.S. Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, students can continue at Valencia to complete the Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology. Additional education at the bachelor's level can enhance your skills and create more career opportunities. Students who wish to continue their education should consult with their Career Program Advisor to determine the best education plan for their career goals.
Career Path to Valencia's B.S. Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Program Outcomes
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of electronic systems
- Apply basic mathematical and engineering concepts to technical problem solving
- Accept professional and ethical responsibilities of the engineering technology profession
- Communicate effectively in technical and non-technical environments
Advanced Electronics Technician
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as electrical and electronics technicians, electronic testers or in related occupations in electronics. The program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster. The content includes but is not limited to DC circuits, AC circuits, solid-state devices, analog circuits, and digital circuits. Integrated into this content will be communications skills, leadership skills, human relations skills, employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, use of circuit diagrams and schematics, soldering, laboratory practices and technical recording and reporting. This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the Electronics Engineering industry; planning, management, finance, technical and product skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.
The program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education to pursue the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Bachelor in Science degree at Valencia College for career advancement.
Program Outcomes:
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of technical systems
Basic Electronics Technician
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as electrical and electronics technicians, electronic testers or in related occupations in electronics. This program includes the basic electronics competencies as identified by the electronics industry as prerequisite for all technical programs. This program prepares individuals to assemble, install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair basic electronic equipment used in industry. It also prepares students to enter advanced training and education in specialized electronics-related fields. The content includes, but is not limited to, DC and AC circuits and digital systems. Integrated into this content will be communication, leadership, human relations, and employability skills; safe and efficient work practices; use of circuit diagrams and schematics; soldering; laboratory practices; and technical recording and reporting.
Program Outcomes
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of technical systems
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the West campus.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus
Laser and Photonics Technician
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as laser and optics technicians or in related occupations in laser and optics. This program includes the basic competencies as identified by the laser and optics industry. This program prepares individuals to assemble, install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair basic laser and optical devices and equipment used in industry and prepares individuals to enter advanced training and education in specialized laser and optics-related fields. The content includes, but is not limited to, laser circuits, electro-optical devices and circuits. Integrated into this content will be communication, leadership, human relations, employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, use of circuit diagrams and schematics, laboratory practices, and technical recording and reporting.
Program Outcomes
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of technical systems
| MTB 1329 | MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY * | 3 |
| or MGF 1106 | LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS I |
| or MAC 1105 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA |
| ETS 1210C | INTRODUCTION TO PHOTONICS * | 3 |
| ETS 2221C | INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRO-OPTICAL DEVICES * | 3 |
| ETS 2230C | INTRODUCTION TO LASERS * | 3 |
| or ETS 2220C | INTRODUCTION TO FIBER OPTICS |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 |
Note:
All certificate courses are offered on the West Campus.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
Robotics Applications Technician
Technical Certificate
This program prepares individuals to install, maintain and troubleshoot general robot systems and simulators. Graduates of this technical program will be prepared to enter advanced training and education in specialized Robotics and Simulation related fields. The content includes, but is not limited to: Robotic Applications, Modeling and Simulation, and Virtual Reality Environment. Integrated into this program will be communications skills, leadership skills, human relations skills, employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, use of circuit diagrams and schematics, laboratory practices, and technical recording and reporting.
Program Outcomes
- Assist in the design, operation, and troubleshooting of technical systems
| MTB 1329 | MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY * | 3 |
| or MGF 1106 | LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS I |
| or MAC 1105 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA |
| EET 1214C | INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| ETS 1603C | FUNDAMENTALS OF ROBOTICS AND SIMULATION * | 3 |
| ETS 2604C | ROBOTICS APPLICATIONS * | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 |
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the West Campus.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
