Electrical Engineering Technology
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Build the Systems That Keep the World Connected
Electrical Engineering Technology combines engineering principles with hands-on
technical training to prepare you for careers in today's technology-driven industries.
At SUNY Erie, you'll build a strong foundation in electronics, electrical systems,
automation, communications, and computer applications while gaining practical laboratory
experience using industry-standard equipment. Whether you plan to enter the workforce
after graduation or transfer to a four-year engineering technology program, you'll
develop the problem-solving, technical, and teamwork skills employers value.
Is This Program Right For You?
You'll thrive in this program if...
You enjoy figuring out how things work, especially electronics, computers, machines,
and electrical systems.
You like solving problems and working with technology, using both hands-on skills
and critical thinking to find solutions.
You are curious, detail-oriented, and enjoy math and science, particularly when they
are applied to real-world challenges.
A One of a Kind Program
For over 50 years, our program has been the only AAS degree-granting electronics program
in Western New York that is accredited by the Electrical Engineering Technology Accreditation
Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical Engineering
Technology.
Our faculty meet the highest standard of academic excellence for technician education.
Their credentials include graduate degrees in engineering or a related field, along
with years of professional engineering experience that enrich the classroom presentation.
The objectives of the Electrical Engineering Technology Program are to:
- obtain employment as a technician in fields of engineering such as design, research,
development, applications, testing, manufacturing, processing, safety, quality, and
technical sales or service;
- achieve positions of increased responsibility (technical and/or supervisory) within
an organization; and
- progress through advanced degree or certificate programs or participate in continuing
education in engineering, business, and/or other professionally related fields
Many Paths Forward
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering Technology Program may be ready to pursue
certifications from a number of organizations, depending on technical elective choices:
International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET): www.iscet.org
Electronics Technicians Association International: www.eta-i.org
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP): www.nabcep.org
International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE):
www.narte.org
Federal Communications Commission (FCC):
Commercial Radio Operator License: wireless.fcc.gov/commoperators/index.htm
Amateur Radio Service: wireless.fcc.gov/services/index.htm
