Electronics Technology

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Electronics Technology courses include the fundamentals of electronics and electricity, digital electronics, biomedical engineering technology, manufacturing electronics, and renewable energies. Enjoy small class sizes and personalized instruction while you study to be multi-functional technicians.

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What You Can Do

This degree is designed to provide students with fundamentals of electricity and electronics, including digital electronics and microcomputers, specialized manufacturing electronics, industrial automation, and electronic communications.

Jobs

Electronic Equipment Installation and Repair
Maintenance Technician
Broadcast Communications Technician
System Technician
Plant Technician
Telephone Technician
Fiber Optic Technician
Telecommunications Technician
Technical Report Writers

Earning Potential

View at Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook at Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.

Program Details

00ELT 3010

FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ORI 100	College 101	1
ELT 102	Basic Electricity and Wiring	4
ELT 111	Digital Electronics I	3
MAT 113	Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics OR MAT 112	3
COM 115	Speech OR COM 116 Interpersonal Communication	3
MFT 103	Industrial Robots and PLC’s	3
		17

FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

ELT 103	Applied DC/AC/ Circuits	4
ELT 104	Introduction to VFDs	2
ELT 112	Digital Electronics II	3
ELT 150	Applied Solid State Electronics	3
MFT 201	PLC Manufacturing Systems	3
		15

SECOND YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ELT 151	Applied Solid State Circuits	3
ELT 200	Introduction to Microprocessors	3
ELT 214	Fundamentals of Computing Hardware	3
ENG 101	English Composition I¹ OR ENG 113 Professional Technical Writing¹	3
ELECTIVE	IAI Social and Behavioral Science Elective	3
		15

SECOND YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

ELT 210	Supporting Computer Operating Systems	3
ELT 215	IOT and Embedded Systems	3
ELT 218	Introduction to Network Technologies	3
ELT 220	Special Projects in Electronics	3
ELT 224	Power Distribution and Motors	3
PHY 121	Technical Physics	3
		18

Total Hours for Degree

Requires a grade of “C” or higher. ↩︎

The Electronics Technology Program is a minimum of 65 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page to calculate your approximate cost.

*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.

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John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.

Transfer Planning – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

Technical Knowledge: Graduates should demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of fundamental electronics principles.
Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Graduates should be able to identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot electronic components and systems, using appropriate tools and techniques to solve technical issues.
Experiential Skills: Graduates should possess practical electronics skills and demonstrate proficiency in the use of electronic test equipment.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Graduates should be prepared to work effectively in team settings, contributing their expertise to collaborative projects and tasks.
Industry Standards and Regulations: Graduates should be aware of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.