2024-2025 Course Catalog
Electronics Engineering Technology, AAS
Location(s):
Ankeny
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The Electronics Engineering Technology program prepares the student for a career as a technician for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electronic systems. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to diagnose and repair electronic equipment, including computers, communication systems, business machines and medical electronics.
The curriculum includes the fundamental technologies, systems applications and the option of an internship. Upon program completion, graduates may seek employment with local and regional electronic systems servicing companies.
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Students start Fall semester
Graduation Requirements
To earn an Electronics Engineering Technology AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average. Option 3 Courses
Be advised that taking a course plus its prerequisite may increase your program credit total. Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 70*
*Total credits are calculated using the least number of credits need to satisfy the option requirements. Fixed Costs
Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$193.00 per credit
The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.
Varied Costs
Costs |
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
Semester 5 |
Books (approximate) |
685 |
300 |
250 |
450 |
350 |
Supplies |
110 |
100 |
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Approximate total for the program: $15,755**
**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.
What Kind of Work Will You Do?
- Install, diagnose and repair electronic equipment including medical equipment, business equipment, communications equipment, consumer equipment, audio-visual equipment, circuit-board repair and network and computer equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance, calibrations and upgrades on existing equipment.
- Maintain service records.
- Interact with members of the work force who have various levels of knowledge and experience with electronic equipment.
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of electronics, physics, mathematics and industrial equipment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of test equipment used for testing, calibrating and maintaining electronic equipment.
- Apply knowledge to problems with the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment.
- Demonstrate ability to understand technical manuals and reference material to upgrade existing skills and learn new skills.
- Communicate with managers and staff regarding the safe operation, Installation and modification of electronic systems.
What Else Should I Consider about this Degree program?
Program Competencies
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of electronics, physics, mathematics and industrial equipment
- Appraise problems surrounding the operation, installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of electronic systems
- Communicate with managers and staff regarding the safe operation, installation and modification of electronic systems
- Demonstrate ability to understand technical manuals and other literature to upgrade existing skills and learn new skills
- Employ logic, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in the troubleshooting of electronic systems and components
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Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczysnki Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1560, fax 312/730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:
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Entrance requirements for specific programs can be found at Academic Pathway website.(2024)
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