Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Electronics & Computer Engineering Emphasis

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

About this program

Tackle advanced math and science. Explore electronic circuits and devices, digital/microprocessor systems, computers, networks, and programming and software tools. Whether it’s taking the lead on a project or collaborating with a team, this technology-driven program arms students with a host of practical skills to pursue diverse careers in electronics and computer engineering.

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You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.

Extensive Hands-On Experience

17

Average Class Size

Seamless Associate-to-Bachelor Degree Pathway

Careers

  • Process engineering technician
  • Test engineering technician
  • Controls engineering technician
Courses

At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.

​​Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.

  • PERELCElective Courses - 3 Credits Required

​Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.

​​Foundations are the practical, intellectual, and social skills: communication, collaboration, critical and ethical thinking, quantitative thinking, and technological literacy that are crucial to every student at every stage of education and at every stage of life.

  • EET114Introduction to Digital Electronics
  • EET115Digital Circuits Applications
  • EET116Electronic Circuits & Devices I
  • EET124Engineering, Technology & Society
  • MTH191Pre-Calculus
  • EET154Introduction to Microprocessors
  • EET155Microprocessor Applications I
  • EET156Electronic Circuits & Devices II
  • EET158Software Tools for the Engineering Technologist
  • ENL111English Composition I
  • MTH240Calculus I
  • EET204Network Installation & Maintenance
  • EET205Network Maintenance Laboratory
  • EET206Linear Integrated Circuits
  • EET207Linear Circuits Applications
  • EET209Systems Troubleshooting Applications
  • MTH242Calculus II
  • EET202Microprocessor Interfacing
  • EET203Microprocessor Applications II
  • ENLP2 Select One Course: ENL121 or ENL201
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Facilities

Electronics Lab

Get hands-on experience in specialized labs using industry-standard equipment, BYNQ boards, and other tools just like you'll see in the real world.

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Undergraduate Open House

Saturday, February 219 AM - 3 PM

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Apr 26

Undergraduate Open House

Sunday, April 269 AM - 3 PM

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Internship

Your knowledge in practice

Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your knowledge to the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand.

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Student Life

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IEEE Student Branch at Penn College

Dedicated to advancing technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity, the Penn College IEEE Student Branch meets regularly to work on professional soft skills, projects, and leadership. 

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SkillsUSA

Participation in SkillsUSA gives students a chance to compete in more than 80 national competitions. 

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Student Organizations at Penn College

Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.

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Penn College News
A student receives a candy bar from a cobot in one of Penn College's mechatronics labs.

Thursday, December 4, 2025

VIDEO: Candy, cobots and automation

In a video recently produced by Penn College, Jack C. Dincher, instructor of electrical/mechatronics, highlights the ongoing buildout of the newest mechatronics lab, housed in the college’s Electrical Technologies Center.

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Medical supplies lie on a table.

Friday, September 5, 2025

Alpha Chi members collect supplies for Kenya medical clinic

Three members of Penn College’s Pennsylvania Xi Chapter of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society organized a drive to collect first aid items for a medical clinic in Kenya. The students worked diligently to collect thousands of dollars’ worth of items, including thermometers, syringes, gloves, suturing and catheter kits, surgical supplies, stethoscopes and more.

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Wednesday, February 5, 2025

TC Energy Corp. awards grant to Penn College

Pennsylvania College of Technology recently received a $75,000 grant from a major North American energy company. TC Energy Corp., through its Build Strong program, awarded the grant in support of mechatronics education and the college’s dual-enrollment efforts.

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Study Abroad

Gain global experience

See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.

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More Information

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Students are advised not to purchase new tools before meeting with faculty on the first day of classes.

It is suggested that students have at least the recommended tools. Instructors will help identify what tools are needed during the first day of class. Free lockers are located in the laboratory area.

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Uniforms and tools are available for purchase through The College Store .

Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology Program Review Executive Summary

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Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.

Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.

  • Ross Bird, '01, '99, VP of Operations, QorTek
  • Mr. Eli Hughes, '01, Co-founder, Tzero
  • Mr. Carl J Krause, Vice President - Operations, KB Systems Inc.
  • Mr. Nelson May, '03, Director of Systems, Gerhart
  • Mr. Chris Roush, Vice President, Multi-Dimensional Integration
  • Mr. Jonathan S Schall, '95, '99, Controls Engineering Manager, First Quality Products
  • Mr. Leonard D Schwartz, Technical Instructor, OWL Services
  • Mr. Roman J Scicchitano, '15, '18, Senior Supervisor, Electrical Engineering - Power/Analog, L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
  • Mr. Gregory C Stanek, Technical Services Supervisor, Lutron Electronics Company, Inc.
  • Mr. Thomas J VanSant Jr., '86, Measurements Engineer, Corning, Inc.
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