Associate in Science Degree
Career Certificate
Division of Advanced Technology
Donnetta Webb, Dean
Technology 106
916-558-2491
- Automated Systems Technician, Degree and Career Certificate
- Electronics Facilities Maintenance Technician, Degree and Career Certificate
- Microcomputer Technician, Degree and Career Certificate
- Telecommunications Technician, Degree and Career Certificate
- Electronics Mechanic, Career Certificate
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Career Opportunities
The Electronics Technology Program consists of five major career preparation options:
Telecommunications Technician: Designed to prepare students for employment in the calibrating, testing, repair and maintenance of electronic communications equipment.
Telecommunications Technician: Designed to prepare students for employment in the calibrating, testing, repair and maintenance of electronic communications equipment.
Electronics Facilities Maintenance Technician: Designed to prepare students for employment in Federal Aviation Administration facilities or any facilities with advanced computer and communications electronics
Microcomputer Technician: Designed for Electronics Technology or Computer Information Science students pursuing employment in the area of programming and maintaining microcomputer systems
Electronics Mechanic: Designed to prepare students for employment in the assembly and testing of electronic circuit devices.
Recommended High School Preparation
Courses in electricity, electronics, English, algebra, physics, chemistry and computers.
Program Costs
In addition to the normal student expenses (for textbooks, personal equipment and supplies), laboratory materials fees may be required. Students will be responsible for providing some of their own parts and a basic Electronics tool kit. These will be available as ready-made sets in the College Store. For specific class required materials and texts, check with the Electronics faculty or the College Store. These fees may vary each semester. If these fees create a financial burden, students should consult the Financial Aid Office for possible assistance.
Admission to Program
(All Options)
See each course listing for course prerequisites. Orientation interview with a member of the Electronics Technology department is recommended. For information, please call (916) 558-2263 or 558-2491.
Automated Systems Technician
Associate in Science Degree
Career Certificate
Career Opportunities
This program is designed for students pursuing employment in the programming, testing, repair, and maintenance of digital and analog computer controlled systems.
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ET 300, DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 301, AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 306, Electronics Fabrication and Soldering Techniques | 2 |
| ET 310, Mathematics for DC Circuit Fundamentals, Part I | 1.5 |
| ET 311, Mathematics for AC Circuit Fundamentals, Part II | 1.5 |
| ET 315, Mathematics for Semiconductor Theory | 3 |
| ET 320, Semiconductor Theory | 5 |
| ET 330, Analog and Digital Integrated Circuit Applications | 5 |
| ET 340, Basic Microprocessors | 5 |
| ET 360, Electronic Servicing and Calibration Techniques | 3 |
| ET 390, Microprocessor Systems - Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ET 400, Microwave Communications Techniques | 4 |
| CISC 310, Introduction to Computer Information Science | 3 |
| ET 490, Advanced Student Projects Laboratory | 2 |
| ET 490, Advanced Student Projects Laboratory | 2 |
| Total Units Required | 45 |
Suggested Electives
EDT 310, 352; TECH 100, 103 (same as MET 220), 300, 310, 315.
Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)
The Associate in Science Degree may be obtained by completion of requirements in the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of all courses in the required program with grades of “C” or better.
Electronics Facilities Maintenance Technician
Associate in Science Degree
Career Certificate
Career Opportunities
This program is designed for students pursuing internships and employment in the Federal Aviation Administration and other related industries in the areas of computer systems, environmental systems, communication equipment, and navigation equipment maintenance and repair.
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ET 300, DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 301, AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 306, Electronics Fabrication and Soldering Techniques | 2 |
| ET 310, Mathematics for DC Circuit Fundamentals, Part I | 1.5 |
| ET 311, Mathematics for AC Circuit Fundamentals, Part II | 1.5 |
| ET 315, Mathematics for Semiconductor Theory | 3 |
| ET 320, Semiconductor Theory | 5 |
| ET 330, Analog and Digital Integrated Circuit Applications | 5 |
| ET 340, Basic Microprocessors | 5 |
| ET 350, Receiver Circuits | 5 |
| ET 390, Microprocessor Systems - Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ET 400, Microwave Communications Techniques | 4 |
| ET 410, Transmitter Fundamentals | 5 |
| MATH 334, Trigonometry | 4 |
| Total Units Required | 49 |
Suggested Electives
CISC 310, ET 490, EDT 310, 352; TECH 100, 103 (same as MET 220), 300, 310, 315.
Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)
The Associate in Science Degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better.
Microcomputer Technician
Associate in Science Degree
Career Certificate
Career Opportunities
This program is designed for Electronics Technology and Computer Information Science students pursuing employment in the area of programming and maintaining microcomputer systems.
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| CISC 310, Introduction to Computer Information Science | 3 |
| CISP 301, Algorithm Design and Implementation | 4 |
| CISP 363, Structured Programming with BASIC | 2 |
| CISC 320, Operating Systems (1) or CISC 323, Linux Operating System (1) |
1 |
| CISA 310, Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets | 1 |
| CISA 311, Intermediate Electronic Spreadsheets | 1 |
| CISA 320, Introduction to Database Management (1) or CISA 323, Database Management using Microsoft Access (2) |
1-2 |
| ET 145, Basic Computer System Repair I (1) and ET 146, Basic Computer System Repair II (3) or CISC 360, Microcomputer Support and Maintenance (4) |
4 |
| ET 340, Basic Microprocessors | 5 |
| ET 390, Microprocessor Systems - Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ET 490, Advanced Student Projects Laboratory | 2 |
| CISC 355, Introduction to Data Communications (1.5) or CISN 300, Network Systems Administration (3) or CISN 303, Network Administration (3) |
1.5-3 |
| A minimum of 4 units from the following: ET 300, DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals (2.5) and ET 301, AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals (2.5) ET 306, Electronics Fabrication and Soldering Techniques (2) ET 310, Mathematics for DC Circuit Fundamentals, Part I (1.5) and ET 311, Mathematics for AC Circuit Fundamentals, Part II (1.5) ET 320, Semiconductor Theory (5) EDT 310, Computer Aided Drafting (3) EDT 352, Electrical and Electronics Drafting Design (4) TECH 100, Introduction to Technology (1) TECH 103, Technical Communication (Same as MET220) (3) TECH 300, Introduction to Robotic Systems Application (3) TECH 310, Industrial Safety (1) TECH 315, Industrial Relations (1) CISN 300, Network Systems Administration (3) CISC 351, Introduction to Local Area Networks (1) CISN 303, Network Administration - Linux Server (3) CISN 304, Networking Technologies (3) |
4 |
| Total Units Required | 32.5-35 |
Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)
The Associate in Science Degree may be obtained by completion the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of all courses in the required program with grades of “C” or better in all courses or equivalent.
Telecommunications Technician
Associate in Science Degree
Career Certificate
Career Opportunities
This program is designed for students pursuing employment in the calibration, testing, repair and maintenance of electronic communications equipment.
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ET 300, DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 301, AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 306, Electronics Fabrication and Soldering Techniques | 2 |
| ET 310, Mathematics for DC Circuit Fundamentals, Part I | 1.5 |
| ET 311, Mathematics for AC Circuit Fundamentals, Part II | 1.5 |
| ET 315, Mathematics for Semiconductor Theory | 3 |
| ET 320, Semiconductor Theory | 5 |
| ET 330, Analog and Digital Integrated Circuit Applications | 5 |
| ET 340, Basic Microprocessors | 5 |
| ET 350, Receiver Circuits | 5 |
| ET 360, Electronic Servicing and Calibration Techniques (3) or ET 390, Microprocessor Systems - Troubleshooting (3) |
3 |
| ET 400, Microwave Communications Techniques | 4 |
| ET 410, Transmitter Fundamentals | 5 |
| Total Units Required | 45 |
Suggested Electives
CISC 310, ET 490, EDT 310, 352; TECH 100, 300, 310, 315.
Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)
The Associate in Science Degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better in all courses or equivalent.
Electronics Mechanic
Career Certificate
Career Opportunities
This program is designed for students pursuing employment in the assembly and testing of electronic circuit devices.
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ET 300, DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 301, AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals | 2.5 |
| ET 306, Electronics Fabrication and Soldering Techniques | 2 |
| ET 310, Mathematics for DC Circuit Fundamentals, Part I | 1.5 |
| ET 311, Mathematics for AC Circuit Fundamentals, Part II | 1.5 |
| ET 315, Mathematics for Semiconductor Theory | 3 |
| ET 320, Semiconductor Theory | 5 |
| A minimum of 13 units from the following: CISC 310, Introduction to Computer Information Science (3) MET 351, Basic Machinery Systems (5) MET 352, Machinery Systems Calculations (5) TECH 103, Technical Communication (Same as MET 220) (3) TECH 310, Industrial Safety (1) TECH 315, Industrial Relations (1) |
13 |
| Total Units Required | 31 |
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better or equivalent.