Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology

Electrical and electronics installers and repairers install, repair, or replace various electrical equipment in telecommunications, transportation, utilities, and other industries. Industrial Electronics Technology graduates are employed in the design, testing, installation, and troubleshooting of industrial process control systems, robotics devices, communications systems, and sophisticated instrumentation worldwide.

WCCCD offers an Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology and four Certificate Degree options. These programs prepare you for a wide range of job opportunities, including installation and maintenance of electronic equipment in manufacturing, research, development, medicine, and communications, while preparing you for the International Society of Certified Technicians (ISCET) certification exams.

What’s the Job Outlook for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers?

Overall employment for electrical and electronics installers and repairers is projected to show little or no change from 2018 to 2028. However, growth rates will vary by specialty. Job opportunities should be excellent for qualified workers with an associate’s degree in electronics along with certification. 

The role of Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technologist and technicians are expected to experience little or no change in job growth from 2022 to 2032, with an annual average of about 3,700 job openings, primarily due to the need to replace workers who retire or change professions. 

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, June 2024, Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians 

32
credits required to complete an Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology Certificate
69
credits required to complete an Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology AAS
$64,020
median annual wage for electrical and electronics installers and repairers as of May 2023

What’s Required to Complete the Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology Program?

A certificate in electrical electronics engineering technology from WCCCD requires 32 credits to complete. An AAS in electrical electronics engineering from WCCCD requires 69 total credits.

As an electrical electronics engineering technology student at WCCCD, you’ll take both general education courses and courses required for an electrical electronics engineering technology major. 

Some students plan to transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their AAS. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.

What Will I Learn as an Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology Student?

WCCCD electrical electronics engineering technology students gain a strong foundation in electronics theory supported by extensive hands-on experience through accompanying labs. Topics include amplifier and digital circuitry, programmable logic, robotics, microprocessors, instrumentation, simulation, troubleshooting and industrial automation. Real world theory and applications are emphasized throughout the program.

Recommended course sequencing

Semester 3 Total: 16 Credits


Semester 4 Total: 19 Credits


EEE Technology A.A.S. Program Total: 68 Credits


Note: Program total hours may not include prerequisites.

It is recommended that the Electronics Electives be taken in EE, CT, or MCT disciplines.

Students may substitute MAT 155 and MAT 156 for EE 107 and EE 115.

EEE Technology Certificate Total: 33 Credits


Note: Certificate total hours may not include prerequisites.

Where is WCCCD’s Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology Program Offered?

The Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology program is offered at our Downtown and Ted Scott campusesAs a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.

It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.