Electrical/Electronics Technology

Students may choose from a degree or diploma in Electrical and Electronics Technology in a day program, or students may choose a certificate in Electrical and Electronics Technology in a day or evening program. Ideal candidates for this curriculum will have a strong desire to know and learn how things work.

The curriculum is designed to provide skills necessary for individuals to install and maintain electrical/electronics systems found in residential, commercial and industrial settings, and to enhance skills for individuals currently working in these settings.

In addition to the core courses, the curriculum includes advanced courses in digital and linear electronics, PLCs and project design and development. Successful graduates qualify for a variety of jobs in the fields of electricity, electronics and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.

Labor Market Projections

Majors/Programs with Potential Occupations	Job Openings Projected To Year 2014 in Pee Dee WDB Region	Average % Total Job Openings In This Region	Est. Salary Range +/-
Electrical/Electronic Technician	260	0.38%	$41,684
Manager/Mechanic	270	0.40%	$46,260
Power Line Installer/Repairman	110	0.16%	$40,200

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Facilities

The centerpiece of the Electrical/Electronics department is its state-of-the-art programmable logic controller (PLC) and automation lab. PLCs are at the heart of most modern industrial machinery, and strong skills in this area are among the most sought-after by industrial employers. Students learn to install, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based systems and to deal with a variety of related technologies, including touch-screen operator interface graphics.