Engineering Technology - Advanced Technology Concentration Overview (AS 2550C)
Type of Award
AS - Associate in Science
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-stem.aspx
Program Description
The Engineering Technology program is designed for the student who is seeking an A.S. degree and preparing for a career in the engineering technology field or general electronics or alternative energies fields. It is also designed for employees in these fields who seek further education and career advancements. The skill set and knowledge acquired in the program applies to a variety of industries: manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, power, transportation and others.
Course content includes core courses in both electrical and mechanical engineering with special programs in advanced technology, alternative energy systems and electronics.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes.
Admission Requirements
Completion Requirements
Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.
Program Length
The program can be finished in two years of full-time enrollment or three years of part time.
Location
The program is offered at the Palm Beach Gardens campus.
For More Information
Eva Suarez, Professor, suareze@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 207-5727
Employment Opportunities
Upon completion of this program, you may seek employment in an entry-level position with a broad base of skills in engineering technology. There will be expanded employment opportunities due to Florida’s projected additional engineering technologist needs. Job titles include technician in engineering technology, electronics, engineering, research and development, testing, drafting, alternative energies, or as engineering assistants, technologist.
Career Path Notes
Courses from this program may transfer to other colleges and universities that allow students to transfer into a four-year program. For more information, contact the college or university to which you wish to transfer.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities, including job outlook and salary information, visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
General Education (Credits: 18)
| ENC1101 | College Composition 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| MAC1105 | College Algebra (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| SPC1017 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| PSY2012 | Introduction to Psychology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| PHY1001 | Applied Physics (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Any course from Humanities - Area II | 3 credits |
Core Courses (Credits: 18)
| ETM1010C | Mechanical Measurements and Instruments (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETI1701 | Environmental Health and Safety (AS) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| ETI2110 | Introduction to Quality Assurance (AS) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| ETS2352C | Materials and Manufacturing Processes (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2320C | Introduction to AutoCAD (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| EET1084C | Electrical Circuits and Electronics (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours) |
Required Concentration Courses (Credits: 15)
| EET2325C | Electronic Communications Systems (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2364C | SolidWorks Fundamentals (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETI2851C | Applied Mechanics (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETS2520C | Process Measurement Fundamentals (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETI2121C | Non-Destructive and Destructive Testing (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
Technical Electives - Choose 9 credits
| ETD2218C | Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (AS) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours) |
| ETI2622C | Concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2340C | AutoCAD 2 (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2371C | Introduction to 3D Printing (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2372C | Advanced Rapid Prototyping (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2950C | Special Topics in Engineering Technology (AS) | 4 credits (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours) |
| ETD2941 | Engineering Technology Internship (AS) | 3 credits (15 lab hours) |
| ETG2140C | Statistics for Engineering (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETI2644 | Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain (AS) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| ETD1102 | Technical Drawing (AS) | 2 credits (2 lecture hours) |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Course Sequence
Term One - Summer (Year One) (Credits: 9)
| MAC1105 | College Algebra (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| ENC1101 | College Composition 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| SPC1017 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
Term Two - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 15)
| PHY1001 | Applied Physics (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| ETI1701 | Environmental Health and Safety (AS) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| ETS2352C | Materials and Manufacturing Processes (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2320C | Introduction to AutoCAD (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| EET1084C | Electrical Circuits and Electronics (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours) |
Term Three - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 12)
| ETM1010C | Mechanical Measurements and Instruments (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETI2110 | Introduction to Quality Assurance (AS) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| EET2325C | Electronic Communications Systems (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| Any course from Humanities - Area II | 3 credits |
Term Four - Summer (Year Two) (Credits: 9)
| ETI2851C | Applied Mechanics (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
Technical Elective (Credits: 3)
| PSY2012 | Introduction to Psychology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
Term Five - Fall (Year Two) (Credits: 9)
| ETS2520C | Process Measurement Fundamentals (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| ETD2364C | SolidWorks Fundamentals (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| Technical Elective | 3 credits |
Term Six - Spring (Year Three) (Credits: 6)
| ETI2121C | Non-Destructive and Destructive Testing (AS) | 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours) |
| Technical Elective | 3 credits |
Total Credit Hours: 60