Electronics Technology Major

Program Coordinator/Contact
Byron Garry, Academic Program Coordinator
Department of Construction and Operations Management
Solberg Hall 116
605-688-6417
E-mail: byron.garry@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/com
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Program Information
The Electronics Technology Bachelor of Science degree program blends theory with an extensive hands-on, lab-based course sequence. The program has three key components: electronics foundations, advanced electronics applications, and applied management. The goal is to prepare graduates to use technical and managerial skills to be successful in a variety of career choices. Electronics technology courses include circuits, analog and digital systems (intro and advanced), networking, industrial controls and PLCs, PCB design, power systems, and communication systems. The program also includes project management, quality systems management, statistics, and industrial safety.

Program Educational Outcomes
ET graduates will become professionals who:

1. apply principles of mathematics and science, modern management techniques, and technology to the solution of current and future problems in the field of electronics technology,
2. achieve positions of increasing responsibility or leadership with employers, professional organizations, or civic organizations in recognition of professional competence and the ability to function in team environments, and
3. complete licensure, certification, short courses, workshops, or advanced degrees in technical, professional, or management subject areas as they adapt to contemporary operations management practice and the global business environment.

Student Learning Outcomes
ET graduates have:

1. an ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of their disciplines to broadly-defined engineering technology activities.
2. an ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies.
3. an ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes.
4. an ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives, specifically the ability to analyze, design, and implement industrial control systems.
5. an ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
6. an ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems.
7. an ability to communicate effectively, and effectively use information from a variety of sources, regarding broadly-defined engineering technology activities.
8. an understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
9. an understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
10. a knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context.
11. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
12. the knowledge to manage change and improve productivity.
13. the ability to apply project management techniques.
14. the ability to use appropriate engineering tools in the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electronic systems.

Course Delivery Format
The program provides coursework on campus, in classroom, laboratory, and in field-based settings.