The Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) program at Rhodes State College provides a student with the skill sets necessary to be successful in the field of electrical engineering. The EET program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, telephone: (410) 347-7700. The EET program offers a broad curriculum covering analog and digital circuit analysis, computer programming in three different disciplines. Laboratory work and utilization of process and control simulations gives the student real world experiences in the classroom environment where learning, critical thinking and problem solving skills are taught. Students completing the program can go on to get their Bachelors degree with various institutions in the state. One program allows the student to complete all of his Bachelor requirements at the Rhodes State Campus.

Additional Resources

• IEEE-The world’s leading professional association for the advancement of technology
• Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

The EET Department promotes the professional and intellectual growth of students by delivering contemporary curricula, taught by skilled faculty providing a supportive environment intended to develop critical thinking, an appreciation of global diversity and the capacity for life-long learning.

Electronic Engineering Technology graduates can find employment in many industries including automotive, aerospace, communications, quality control, medical , integrated circuit , power ,defense, information technologies, alternative power generation, transportation as well as many other interesting fields. Some of the specific jobs include:

• Electronic Technician
• Computer Programmer
• Systems Test Technician
• Field Service Technician
• IT Technician
• Project Technician

According to the 2008 Rhodes State Graduate Survey, Electronic Engineering graduates who work in their field of study have an average starting salary of $44,000.

The Electronic Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, telephone: (410)347-7700.

Candidates for the Associate of Applied Science Degree must meet all curriculum requirements as outlined in the curriculum models with a GPA of at least 2.00 and a minimum of 90 credit hours to a maximum of 110 credit hours completed in the program area. Credits transferred from other institutions will be subject to evaluation on a course-by-course basis. In some instances, students who have been absent from the College for more than one regular quarter (excluding summer) may have technical credits which will be re-evaluated on an individual basis. Each program is designed with required technical courses, in which, students must maintain a 2.00 average or better to progress to graduation. To obtain divisional certificates, students must earn a grade of “C” or better on all listed courses or receive authorization from program chair and division dean.