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The Electronics Engineering Technology curriculum prepares students to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment and systems, including industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems and power electronic systems.

A broad-based core of courses, including the following, ensures the student will develop the skills necessary to perform entry-level tasks:

  • Basic electricity
  • Solid-state fundamentals
  • Digital concepts
  • Microprocessors
  • Microcontrollers
  • Programmable logic controllers

Beyond the core courses, topics include communication systems and industrial control systems with emphasis placed on analyzing and troubleshooting electronic systems.

Graduates should qualify for employment as engineering assistants or electronic technicians, with such job titles as:

  • Electronics engineering technician
  • Field service technician
  • Maintenance technician
  • Electronic tester
  • Electronic systems integrator
  • Bench technician
  • Production control technician
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Career Outlook


  • Electro-Mechanical Technician
    47182.90
    Starting Salary
    70510.51
    Median Annual Wage
    3%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician
    47343.20
    Starting Salary
    76900.69
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronics Drafter
    46081.65
    Starting Salary
    71751.05
    Median Annual Wage
    4%
    Growth*
  • Non-Destructive Testing Specialist
    46596.21
    Starting Salary
    77159.49
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronic Repairer, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
    44990.40
    Starting Salary
    71302.40
    Median Annual Wage
    4%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assembler
    34010.66
    Starting Salary
    43987.62
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Electromechanical Equipment Assembler
    34010.66
    Starting Salary
    43987.62
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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