Graduates of this program are able to work in any number of challenging positions. As engineering technicians, they may participate in such varied activities as research, development, design, production, or manufacturing of complex electrical, electronic, or electromechanical products. Testing, quality control, marketing, installation, and customer service are among the job opportunities available.
Students may also pursue a dual major with Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology. Upon completion of a two-year associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, students may pursue a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Sustainable Design & Technology, or Business Technology & Management.
The Associate of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Technology program will: • Provide students with the capabilities to be immediately employable and
productive in the workplace
• Provide the education so that graduates are knowledgeable in both theory and application
• Instill the necessary skills so that graduates are qualified for positions of responsibility
• Provide the base of knowledge so that graduates are prepared for lifelong learning and can adapt to new and emerging technologies
• Provide the base of knowledge so that graduates can continue their formal education
Students with an Associate of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Technology should be able to demonstrate:
• The ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of electrical engineering technology to narrowly defined engineering technology activities
• The ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to electrical engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge
• The ability to conduct standard tests and measurements and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments related to electrical engineering technology
• The ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team • The ability to identify, analyze, and solve narrowly-defined engineering
technology problems
• The ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments, and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature
• An understanding of the need for and ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development
• An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity
• A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement
The program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
The normal number of credits required for the degree is 71. Electrical Engineering Technology
First Year
Fall Semester Spring Semester
ELT 1031 Electrical Circuits I 4 CIS 2025 C Programming 4
ELT 1051 Presentation Graphics I 1 ELT 1032 Electrical Circuits II 4
ELT 1110 Intro to Digital Circuits 4 ELT 1052 Presentation Graphics II 1
ENG 10XX English 3 MAT 1520 Calculus for Engineering 4
INT 1000 Freshman Seminar 1 Select one:
MAT 1420 Technical Mathematics 5 PHY 1041 Physics I 4 PHY 2041 Physics I with Calculus 4
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Second Year
Fall Semester Spring Semester
ELT 2050 Microcomputer Techniques 4 ELT 2052 Electronics II 4
ELT 2051 Electronics I 4 ELT 2130 Industrial Electronics 4
ELT 2060 Electronic Applications 4 ELT 2720 Electrical Project 3
ELE XXXX AH/SS elective 3 ENG 2080 Technical Communication 3
Select one: ELE XXXX AH/SS elective 3
PHY 1042 Physics II 4
PHY 2042 Physics II with Calculus 4
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Bachelor of Science in
Electrical Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology is a locally and nationally recognized degree. Engineering graduates are involved in a wide spectrum of activities, from software design to the assembly of complex control systems. Graduates with the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology program will have the technical and managerial skills necessary to enter careers in the design, application, installation, manufacturing, operation, and/or maintenance of electrical/electronic systems. In addition to having strengths in the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of existing electrical systems, graduates will be well-prepared for development and implementation of electrical/electronic systems. They will be able to take on the role of engineers and senior technicians in the design and manufacture of complex systems, as well as field support and customer service inquiries. Graduates will have the skills, technical experience, and capabilities necessary to succeed in the workplace.
Recent Vermont Tech graduates are involved in alternative energy, chip production/design, aviation, and many other fields.
For the first two years of the program, students will follow the same curriculum as the Associate of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Technology program. For the +2 portion of the curriculum, students will broaden and deepen their knowledge in the areas of mathematics; physics; arts and humanities; social sciences; electromechanical systems; programming; and advanced electrical design.
The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology program will:
• Provide students with the capability to be immediately employable and productive in the workplace
• Provide the educational foundation so that graduates are knowledgeable in both theory and application, with the ability to analyze, design, and implement electrical and electronic systems and products
• Qualify graduates for positions of responsibility with the ability to apply project
management techniques to electrical/electronic systems
• Instill the need for creativity in the design of systems, components, or processes by having students research and develop multiple solutions to problems and use a variety of tools and techniques in their work
• Prepare graduates for lifelong learning and adaptation to new and emerging technologies • Provide the base of knowledge so that graduates can continue their formal education
Students with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology should be able to demonstrate:
• The ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of
electrical engineering technology to narrowly defined engineering technology activities
• The ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to electrical engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies
• The ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes
• The ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering
technology problems appropriate to Electrical Engineering Technology educational objectives
• The ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a technical team
• The ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems Electrical Engineering Technology
• The ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non- technical environments, and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature • An understanding of the need for and ability to engage in self-directed continuing
professional development
• An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity
• A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context
• A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement
The program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
The minimum number of credits required for the degree is 134.
Third Year
Fall Semester Spring Semester
ELM 3015 Sensors & Instrumentation 3 ELT 2061 Electromechanical Systems I 4
ELT 3010 Digital Circuits II 4 ELT 3040 Electronic/Data Communications 4
ELT 3053 General Electronics III 4 ELT 3050 Microprocessor Techniques II 4
MAT 2532 Calculus II 4 MAT 3170 Applied Math for Engineers 3
ELE XXXX AH/SS elective 3 ELE 3XXX Upper level AH/SS elective 3
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Fourth Year
Fall Semester Spring Semester
ELM 4015 Electromech Power Systems 4 ELM 4232 Control Systems II 4 ELM 4231 Control Systems I 4 ELT 4020 Digital Signal Processing 3
ELM 4701 EET Project I 2 ELT 4702 EET Project II 3
ELE XXXX Technical elective 3-4 PHY 3120 Intro to Modern Physics 4
13-14 14
Note: General education requirements for the program include 24 credits minimum, nine of which must contain a strong writing component. Three of these credits are included in ELT 4701 and 4702.