Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
School of Industrial & Engineering Technologies · Center for Business and Workforce Development · (570) 327-4520
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Engineering technology deals with the same topics as engineering, but in a more applied fashion rather than a purely theoretical fashion. While engineering courses typically require a higher level of mathematics and basic sciences to prepare a student to continue studies and perform research at the graduate levels, engineering technology courses generally have associated labs that require "hands-on" applications or projects for the topics being studied.
Our unique and challenging bachelor-degree major is characterized by a high level of quantitative and analytical skills with emphasis on hands-on work, design theory, and practice. Students develop current, practical skills needed to enter the workplace, as well as the skills needed to lead projects and interface with engineering and development teams.
Each associate-degree major prepares students for careers working with modern computer and communications network infrastructure. A core of fundamental courses and laboratory experiences equip students with basic knowledge of electronic circuits and devices, digital/microprocessor systems, computers and networks, and programming/software tools. In addition, each associate-degree major is complemented by a series of courses and laboratory experiences focused on the selected area of study.
- Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology A.A.S.
Our students have the opportunity to participate in student and/or professional organizations:
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (Student IEEE)
- International Systems and Automation (ISA)
Students are also encouraged to work closely with department internship coordinators to make early contacts in their field of interest. This connection can greatly improve a student's chance of employment.
Graduates of our associate-degree program have an average salary of $37,000, while our bachelor-degree graduates’ average salary is $48,000. Graduates from our programs are in high demand to fill industry positions such as engineering technician, field service engineer, test engineer, application engineer, senior technician, associate engineer, project engineer and systems software engineer. In addition there is a strong demand for graduates who study in the Robotics and Automation emphasis.
Eligible students may earn scholarships provided by organizations including Lutron Foundation, John A. Savoy, and OSRAM Sylvania-Wellsboro Plant.