Associate in Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

Valencia College

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program prepares you to go directly into a specialized career in electronics.In recent years, the number of high-tech companies in Central Florida has grown exponentially, and with that growth, so has the demand for qualified electronic engineers. That’s where our state-of-the-art Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology program comes in. Our innovative program transforms students into highly skilled technicians capable of assisting in the design, production, operation and servicing of electronics, lasers and photonics, robotics and mechatronics, and telecommunication and wireless systems.Specializations Available:ElectronicsLaser and PhotonicsRobotics and MechatronicsCareer path to our B.S. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering TechnologyCareer OutlookLearn How ToBuild, test, modify or repair electrical and electronic equipment.Install and repair a wide variety of optical, electro-mechanical and telecommunications equipment.Work with experimental electronic or industrial production equipment or instruments, including photovoltaics.Job OutlookCentral Florida offers a myriad of challenging career choices in a variety of electronic areas including: manufacturing, utilities, business and computer services, telecommunications, home electronics repair, and medical equipment repair services. Competitive pressures will force companies to improve and update manufacturing facilities and product design, resulting in more jobs for engineering technicians in the future.Potential CareersElectronics TechnicianSystems or Field TechnicianFiber Optics SpecialistLaser SpecialistElectronics TesterTelecommunication Technician or SpecialistInstrumentation TechnicianAutomation Control Technician

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