Electronics Technology: CP (SLTC)(CTE)

Certificate of Proficiency | 25 credits

Program Website
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Program Description
The Electronics Technology program supports a wide variety of electronic systems. This accredited program prepares students with the necessary skills to become technicians in several critical electronic related industries. Students are introduced to a wide variety of tools, instruments, power supplies, signal generators, practices, and procedures. The program uses a competency based hands-on approach, with other teaching methods that will be employed throughout. Internationally recognized IPC certifications are available in this program. This program prepares students to pass a nationally recognized Certified Electronics Technician exam.

Career Opportunities
There are a wide variety of career occupations associated with Electronics, as many careers are dependent upon the CORE skills set, as well as specialized training. Occupations are usually grouped to a certain O- Net code, that ties together related skills and responsibilities.

17-3024.00 - Electro-Mechanical Technicians
17-3024.01 - Robotics Technicians
17-3023.01 - Electronics Engineering Technicians
17-3029.04 - Electronics Engineering Technologists
49-2094.00 - Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
51-2022.00 - Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: https://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
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Program Entry Requirements
CASAS Test or TRANSCRIPT (Basic Skills Assessment):

Reading: 8.0
Math: 10.0

Basic Computer Literacy and Ability to distinguish differences in color.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (25 Credits)

Time to Completion

Electronics Technology CP: Full-time
Electronics Technology CP: Part-time
Part-time 12 hours/week - 63 weeks; full-time 24 hours per week 32 weeks.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Demonstrate a working knowledge of electronic systems, prototyping, maintenance, and repair techniques. [1]
Apply system diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques. [1]
Read, utilize, and design schematics. [1]
Demonstrate competency in thru-hole and surface mount soldering for electronic assemblies. [1]
Demonstrate competency in DC and AC circuit concepts, component characteristics, circuit prototyping and testing. [1]
Demonstrate competency in Analog and Digital circuit concepts, component characteristics, circuit prototyping and testing. [1]
Implement and properly use a variety of precision electronic measurement tools and procedures. [1]
Demonstrate a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures. [1]