Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology

Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)

About this program

When you set your mind to something, you make it happen. Working hard to find a solution, you test and tinker. Chase possibilities and arrive at sound solutions. In this ABET-accredited program, you’ll hone these talents and develop the skills to become a leader in the dynamic field of electronics and computer engineering. Learn industry standards. Apply circuit design principles. Analyze sophisticated networks. And take the lead to manage projects from kickoff to completion.

Next steps...

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

17

Average Class Size

Extensive Hands-On Experience

Industry-Driven Labs

Careers

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  • Process engineer/technologist 
  • Test engineer/technologist 
  • Controls engineer/technologist 
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.

  • Introduction to Digital Electronics (EET114)
  • Digital Circuits Applications (EET115)
  • Electronic Circuits & Devices I (EET116)
  • Engineering, Technology & Society (EET124)
  • Introduction to Microprocessors (EET154)
  • Microprocessor Applications I (EET155)
  • Electronic Circuits & Devices II (EET156)
  • Software Tools for the Engineering Technologist (EET158)
  • Network Installation & Maintenance (EET204)
  • Network Maintenance Laboratory (EET205)
  • Linear Integrated Circuits (EET206)
  • Linear Circuits Applications (EET207)
  • Systems Troubleshooting Applications (EET209)
  • Microprocessor Interfacing (EET202)
  • Microprocessor Applications II (EET203)
  • Digital Systems (EET304)
  • Digital Systems Lab (EET305)
  • Electronic Prototyping & Design (EET324)
  • Electronic Prototyping & Design Lab (EET325)
  • Computer Solutions of Engineering Problems (EET311)
  • Analog Systems (EET300)
  • Analog Systems Lab (EET301)
  • Measurement & Tests (EET320)
  • Measurement & Tests Lab (EET321)
  • Engineering Ethics & Legal Issues (MET321)
  • Control Theory (EET340)
  • Digital Signal Processing (EET400)
  • Digital Signal Processing Lab (EET401)
  • Senior Project Design (EET494)
  • Senior Project Implementation (EET496)
  • Engineering Economics (MET315)
  • Directed Technology/Math/Science Elective (BEE)

​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.

  • General Physics I (PHS201)
  • General Physics II (PHS202)
  • Core Arts Perspective (ARP)
  • Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO111)
  • Core Global & Cultural Diversity Perspective (CDP)
  • Core Historical Perspective (HIP)

​​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.

  • Pre-Calculus (MTH191)
  • English Composition I (ENL111)
  • Calculus I (MTH240)
  • Calculus II (MTH242)
  • English Composition II (ENL121) or
  • Technical & Professional Communication (ENL201)
  • Calculus III (MTH340) or
  • Ordinary Differential Equations (MTH346)
  • Fundamentals of Speech (SPC101)
Featured Video

Guaranteed Momentum at QorTek, Inc.

Creating aerospace and electronics components for the United States’ Department of Defense is a tall order. Thanks to their innovative approach and talented team, QorTek, Inc. has become a world leader doing exactly that. In this video, you’ll get a glimpse of their facility, learn about the organization’s mission, and meet the Penn College graduates who are pushing the needle forward in their field.

Electronics Lab
Facilities

Electronics Lab

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

Always Learning

Electronics overlaps areas of IT and electrical. Not sure which one might be right for you? Take a look at the similarities and differences below.

Electronics vs. IT

Electronics and IT overlap in software and networking skills, but they’re also very different. IT is the software/people side, while electronics is the hardware/machine side of computing.

Electronics

As an electronic student you’ll learn how to design, implement, and troubleshoot software and hardware (sensors, microprocessors, and output devices.) You’ll also learn how to write software to work with hardware to control electronic equipment, and how to troubleshoot PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and the equipment connected to them.

IT

As an IT student you’ll learn how to work mostly with traditional computers to develop software applications used by individuals and businesses, cybersecurity, connecting computers (networking), and technical support.

Electronics vs. Electrical

Areas of overlap in electronics and electrical include programming and troubleshooting of automation systems, such as PLC software and hardware. Electronics work more in the initial programming and engineering areas whereas electrical positions usually involve more hands-on work as a technician.

Electronics

Electronics students experience lower voltage systems, and typically encounter voltages less than 120V in their work environment. Electronics involves microprocessor-based controllers and PLC programming.

Electrical

Electrical students are involved in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential/commercial/industrial systems, motor control & drives, PLCs, and basic electronics.

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ABET-Accredited Program

Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org), under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Computer Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs and the Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

Internship

Your knowledge in practice

Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your know-how in the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand. 

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Student Life

Lead and put your skills to the test

IEEE Student Branch at Penn College

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. 

SkillsUSA Champions at Work

SkillsUSA Champions at Work

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

Student Organizations at Penn College

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.

Penn College News
03.26.2024

Manufacturing company endows scholarship at Penn College

A manufacturer of fiber optic and copper network cabling has endowed a scholarship at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Leviton recently presented the college with a $25,000 gift to establish the scholarship. The donation places the company – a Corporate Tomorrow Maker – in the Ambassadors Society ($25,000-$49,999) on the college’s Donor Wall.

03.15.2024

Northern Ireland students to visit Penn College

For the second consecutive year, a contingent of students from Northern Ireland will visit Pennsylvania College of Technology as part of a cultural exchange program. Twelve students and two faculty from North West Regional College are scheduled to be in the area April 2-16 and spend most of that time on the Penn College campus.

02.12.2024

Software donation benefits Penn College automation students

Automation students at Pennsylvania College of Technology are benefiting from a partnership with a leading innovator in the industrial software market. Inductive Automation has provided multiple licenses of its Ignition software for use at the college. Ignition is a platform for quickly building and developing industrial applications, including SCADA, HMI and IIoT. The value of the donation is over $750,000.

Gain global experience
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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Student Experience

The community as their classroom

Student gives life to robot

Student gives life to robot

Darkness envelops the college. The campus mall is quiet and still. It’s the middle of the week and nearly 1 o’clock in the morning. Most of the Pennsylvania College of Technology community will be asleep for several more hours, recharging for another productive day. But a couple electronics majors are wide awake. Their windowless lab is bright and buzzing with activity. An unsuspecting guest would assume it’s the middle of the afternoon as the students painstakingly contemplate their latest challenge.

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More Information

Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org), under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Computer Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs and the Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

This four-year degree major allows transfer from associate-degree majors in electrical/electronics/computer engineering technology from other institutions, as well as those offered by Penn College. This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/Transferring-Credits). Exceptions must be approved the school dean.

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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.

  • Mr. Eli Hughes, '01, Co-founder, Tzero
  • 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. 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.
  • Career Fair Connections

    Career Fair Connections

    Penn College graduates are in high demand. Employer participation at the Career Fair is proof. Attracting 400+ organizations, this popular event is hosted twice per year and introduces students to all types of businesses from startups to Fortune 500 companies. 

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