Associate of Applied Science in
Associate of Applied Science in Electronic Technology - Automation Milwaukee Area Technical College
Introduction
This program features industry-relevant hands-on labs and is designed to prepare students for a variety of occupations in the field of electronics.
Electronic technology is a rapidly changing field, which creates great opportunities. Skills acquired from this program provide a strong foundation to keep pace with the technology.
You can earn the Electronics Technician Fundamentals technical diploma on the way to completing this associate degree.
Additional program details: Emphasis is placed on electronic systems troubleshooting, integration of computer technologies, and field applications. Coursework in automation relates to equipment, software and systems that use electronic controls to automate various manufacturing, production and alternative energy processes.
PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and PACs (Programmable Automation Controllers) provide the control for a large portion of the automated systems found in industry. Programming and integrating the sensors and actuators to these controllers provide the needed skills and experience to successfully build and troubleshoot the larger control systems. The sensors and actuators present another level of skills and experience needed to successfully build and repair the systems.
Good manual dexterity and normal vision are important for success in the program.
Program Outcome
- Apply electronic theory to practice
- Operate test equipment
- Build electronic circuits and systems
- Evaluate the operation of electronic circuits or systems
- Communicate technical information
Career Opportunities
Electronic technology is a rapidly changing field, which creates great opportunities. Skills acquired from this program provide a strong foundation to keep pace with the technology.
Possible Career
- Automation and Controls Technician
- Electronic Systems Technician
- Robotics Technician
- Wind Turbine Technician
Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
| ELCTEC-110 | DC/AC Electronics 1 ‡ ^ | 4 |
| ELCTEC-130 | Digital Electronics ‡ ^ | 3 |
| ENG-195 | Written Communication (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ | 3 |
| MATH-115 | College Technical Mathematics 1‡ ^ | 5 |
| ELCTEC-111 | DC/AC Electronics 2 ‡ ^ | 3 |
| ELCTEC-120 | Electronic Devices ‡ ^ | 4 |
| ELCTEC-140 | Microprocessors ‡ ^ | 3 |
| ELCTEC-186 | Fabrication Techniques ‡ | 1 |
| ENG-197 | Technical Reporting (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course | 3 |
| MATH-116 | College Technical Mathematics 2 ‡ ^ | 4 |
| ELCTEC-150 | Data Communications and Networking ‡ | 3 |
| ELCTEC-173 | Computing with C ‡ | 3 |
| ELCTEC-195 | Motors and Controls ‡ | 4 |
| ELCTEC-196 | PLC Systems Basic ‡ | 3 |
| PHYS-139 | Survey of Physics (or) PHYS-221 College Physics 1 ‡ | 3 |
| ELCTEC-192 | Fluid Power ‡ | 2 |
| ELCTEC-198 | PLC Systems Advanced ‡ | 3 |
| ELCTEC-199 | Automated Systems ‡ | 3 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) PSYCH-231 Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| SOCSCI-197 | Contemporary American Society (or) SOCSCI-203 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Total Credits | 63 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
^ Counts toward earning the Electronics Technician Fundamentals technical diploma.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Official Wisconsin Technical College System program title: Electronics
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.