Computer and Electronics Technology
Award: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major: Computer and Electronics Technology
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/computer-electronics/
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
Possible occupations for graduates are: Electronics technician, industrial electronics technician, communications technician, PC repair technician, classroom support technician, biomedical equipment technician, and engineering technician.
An electronics technician uses test equipment to troubleshoot, install, maintain, and repair a wide variety of electronic systems, as well as computer and network technologies. This program emphasizes a practical hands-on approach to the field of electronics and prepares students for a variety of careers. Graduates with this degree may work in industries that include, but are not limited to, aerospace, communications, industrial, IT, cybersecurity, biomedical, power, and electronics manufacturing.
Students will gain hands-on experience using industry standard test equipment while learning the logical steps of the troubleshooting process. Students learn basic electronics, semiconductor devices, work with analog/digital integrated circuit technologies, industrial controls, and program and interface microcontrollers. Students also acquire the knowledge to configure and repair computer and networking equipment.
The A.A.S. degree program in Computer and Electronics Technology is designed for people who seek employment or professional development in the areas of computer and electronics technology and is structured so that students need no previous electrical or electronics knowledge. The A.A.S. in Computer and Electronics Technology is the minimum requirement for many employment opportunities in the field. This degree may be completed online and includes hands-on lab work that students accomplish remotely.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Composition I | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| ETR 106 | Programming Methods for Electrical/Electronic Calculations | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| ETR 123 | Electronic Applications I | 2 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics | ||
| Precalculus I 1 | ||
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| SAF 130 | Industrial Safety - OSHA 10 | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ETR 114 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals II | 3 |
| ETR 143 | Devices and Applications I | 4 |
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Elements of Physics | ||
| Precalculus II 1 | ||
| Credit Hours | 17-18 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| CST 110 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 |
| ETR 273 | Computer Electronics I | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Electronic Communications I | ||
| Principles & Applications of Robotics | ||
| Administration of Networked Services | ||
| Network Security Basics | ||
| Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Remote Pilot Ground School | ||
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| ETR 237 | Industrial Electronics I | 3 |
| ETR 274 | Computer Electronics II | 4 |
| Select one of the following: 2 | 2 | |
| On Site Training | ||
| Seminar and Project | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles & Applications of Robotics | ||
| Administration of Networked Services | ||
| Network Security Basics | ||
| Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Remote Pilot Ground School | ||
| Literature/Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60-61 | |
Computer & Electronics I
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
Purpose: This Career Studies Certificate leads to entry-level employment in the electronics field. This curriculum provides foundational knowledge in basic electronics concepts, safety, electrical component identification, digital, installation, and diagnostics.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ETR 106 | Programming Methods for Electrical/Electronic Calculations | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| ETR 123 | Electronic Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 273 | Computer Electronics I | 4 |
| MTH 111 | Basic Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| SAF 130 | Industrial Safety - OSHA 10 | 1 |
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | |
Computer & Electronics II
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
This Career Studies Certificate leads to mid-level employment in the electronics field. This curriculum provides more advanced knowledge in basic electronics concepts, computer and computer networking, microcontrollers, digital, installation, and diagnostics.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ETR 114 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals II | 3 |
| ETR 143 | Devices and Applications I | 4 |
| ETR 274 | Computer Electronics II | 4 |
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | |