Electronic Engineering Technology Degree

Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science -65 Credits
Program contact: Department of Engineering and Technology, (815) 921-3101

Program overview
 

Graduates of the Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) Program have the necessary skills to use electronic test equipment to make measurements, understand electrical schematics and blueprints, analyze electronic circuits and understand fundamental design concepts, and relate the principles of electrical circuits to hydraulic circuits and pneumatics. The graduates are ready to support manufacturing, design test equipment, produce and test products, and to assist in product development.

Work and employment
 

Successful graduates secure positions as test equipment designers, quality assurance and reliability specialists, sales and service professionals, control system technicians, medical equipment experts, or as part of a manufacturing support team.

Hands-On Learning
 

Most EET classes include a hands-on laboratory component taught by instructors with experience. Students will learn how to use electronic test equipment like oscilloscopes, function generators, and digital multimeters.

Transfer Opportunities
 

Graduates have the option to pursue a baccalaureate from Northern Illinois University and other select universities. Students are advised to contact the institution to which they plan to transfer to assess course transfer credit availability. Students should also consult with an academic advisor, the Dean, or Academic Chair of the Electronic Engineering Technology program. 

Electronic Engineering Course Requirements (46 credits)

Core Requirements:

NOTE:  A grade of "C" or higher is required in the core requirements and technical electives.

General Education Course Requirements (16 credits)

Required General Education (9 credits):

General Education Electives (7 credits):

Science Electives (4):

Select 4 credits from the following list of courses (4 credits):

Second Degree Requirements for completion of either the Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) or the Sustainable Energy Systems (SES) A.A.S. Programs (15 credits)
 

The course requirements for the EET and SES Degree Programs are very similar. Consequently, obtaining a second degree is an attractive option to many graduates. Specifically, a graduate of the EET Program may desire to obtain a second degree in SES. Conversely, a graduate of the SES Program may desire to obtain a second degree in EET. 

Fundamentally, a minimum of 15 additional credits must be taken.  This means an EET graduate must take an additional 15 to 18 credits to receive a second degree in SES.

Must also take 4 credit EET elective. 

Potential Careers & Wages