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Electronics Engineering Technology (A.S. Degree & related Certificates)

Program Requirements:

Related Certificate Programs:

These are short-term programs that can be completed in one year or less. They are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for immediate employment or job advancement. All of the certificate courses are also included in the related A.S. degree program so they can be used as building blocks toward completing the degree -- which will help improve your earning potential.

(The required courses for the certificate programs is included in the A.S. degree link above)

  • Basic Electronics Technician (14 credits)
  • Laser and Photonics Technician (12 credits)
  • Robotics and Simulation Technician (12 credits)
  • Wireless and IP Communication Technician (15 credits)

Program Description:

High tech is in high demand around the country and in Central Florida, too. Today, qualified electronic engineers are finding the job market ripe for the picking. Valencia's innovative Electronics Engineering Technology program transforms students into highly skilled technicians capable of assisting in the design, production, operation and servicing of electronics, lasers & photonics, robotics & simulation, and telecommunication & wireless systems and equipment.

Areas you may specialize in:

  • Electronics
  • Laser & Photonics
  • Robotics & Simulation
  • Telecommunications & Wireless

Typical Tasks may include:

  • building, testing, modifying, or repairing electrical and electronic equipment
  • installing and repairing a wide variety of optical, electro-mechanical, and telecommunications equipment
  • working with experimental electronic or industrial production equipment or instruments

Characteristics Needed to be Successful:

  • Detail oriented
  • have good follow through ability
  • Aptitude for building, fixing and testing machinery/equipment
  • Analytical

Potential Careers:

  • Electronics Technicians
  • Telecommunication Technicians/Specialists
  • Electronics Testers
  • System/Field Technicians
  • Fiber Optics Specialists
  • Laser Specialists
  • Communication Technicians

Potential Employers:

Graduates can explore excellent career opportunities in manufacturing, utilities, business and computer services, telecommunications, home electronics repair, and medical equipment repair services.

Potential Earnings: ($25,000 - $40,000)

Contact Information:

For more information about this program, contact Beverly Johnson, Career Program Advisor, at 407-582-1890 or email bjohnson@valenciacc.edu.

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