Two Associate in Applied Science degrees as well as a certificate are offered in Electronic Engineering Technology. Students are trained as entry-level technicians in many fields, including industrial controls technician, electronic communications technician and biomedical equipment technician. Students should have a good math and science background. The program is located on the Ayers and East Broad campuses.
Credentials available
- General Option Associate in Applied Science
- Mechatronics, Robotics & Automation Associate in Applied Science
- Electronic Engineering Technology Certificate
- Advanced Robotics Short-Term Certificate
- Mechatronics Advanced Automation Short-Term Certificate
Advisors
Keith Tolbert, Ayers Campus
256-835-5460
ktolbert@gadsdenstate.edu
Tommy Hartline, East Broad Campus
256-549-8634
thartline@gadsdenstate.edu
Ralph Whitfield, East Broad Campus
256-549-8632
rwhitfield@gadsdenstate.edu
Dual Enrollment
Electronic Engineering Technology is a scholarship-eligible program for Gadsden State’s Dual Enrollment Program. The program is available to eligible high school students. Through Dual Enrollment, students earn both college and high school credits. Eligible students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA. They must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior, and they must have approval from a high school counselor or administrator. Limited scholarships and grants are available!
Employment outlook
- 2021 Median Pay: $63,640 per year
- Number of jobs nationwide: 303,800
- Employment growth projection by 2031: 3%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Career Opportunities
- Electronic Communications Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technician
- PLC Technician
- Computer Electronics Technician
- Biomedical Equipment Technician
- Electronic Instrumentation
- Avionics