Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Science

Electronic Systems Engineering Technology concentration

Mechatronics concentration

 

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (ESET) program focuses on real-world applications of engineering principles. Students in the program will acquire needed skills and competencies to develop solutions for automation and robotics systems.

The Electronic Systems Engineering Technology and Mechatronics concentrations offer a broad exposure to analog and digital electronics, engineering programming, instrumentation and measurement systems, as well as embedded and drive systems. A culminating capstone experience allows students to implement, test, and demonstrate a solution to a problem statement related to engineering technology systems.

With the new emerging technologies, a skilled workforce in the electronics field has been and will continue to be in demand for the design and implementation of new innovative solutions and products.

Program Objectives

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology program are expected to attain the following objectives within a few years of graduation:

  • Apply acquired technical and analytical skills as it relates to their professional positions in electrical, electronic, and related industries
  • Apply relative mathematical, science, and engineering methods to solve technical problems
  • Analyze and implement complex systems including both hardware and software
  • Pursue lifelong learning and successful professional careers
  • Perform as effective team members through adequate oral and written communication skills
  • Relate and exercise an educated judgment in regards to their professional and ethical responsibilities

Program Outcomes

Students in the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology program learn to design and integrate electronic systems through a strong foundation in analog and digital electronics. They are able to apply the acquired engineering and mathematical principles to implement and improve systems and/or processes for engineering applications.

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, graduates will have the following abilities:

  • An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline
  • An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline
  • An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature
  • An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes
  • An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team

For additional information about the program link to: http://www.ecpi.edu/technology/?intcmp=technology-btn. To see the Student Consumer Information link to: https://www.ecpi.edu/student-consumer-services which provides additional information on the future careers, success, cost, and financing for this program. For information on the University Completion and Graduation Rates, please see About ECPI University on the ECPI website.

Through ECPI University’s year-round schedule, students can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology with a concentration in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology or Mechatronics, in 2.5 years.

Concentration Outcomes

Electronic Systems Engineering Technology Concentration

  • Design and configure computer, communication, and control systems
  • Analyze typical circuits used in communication systems

Mechatronics Concentration

  • Create 2D and 3D designs for engineering parts using CAD software
  • Implement hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Analyze forces and their effects on systems

About Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

ESET graduates function in multidisciplinary teams to design, install, maintain, and repair systems, components, or processes meeting specific needs to engineering applications. They serve as a link between engineers and technicians in the workplace, where they play a key role from the conception of electronic systems until the implementation. They are involved in the development, testing, production, and quality assurance of components and systems, such as circuit boards, wireless phones, medical equipment, and control systems.

Some positions may require background checks, drug screening, and/or security clearances, depending on the position and industry.

The curriculum provides ESET graduates with the education and foundation needed for employment in a variety of industries in the private and public sector, including the computer industry, homeland security, automation and manufacturing, and education. Electronic Systems Engineering Technology concentration graduates are employed in a wide spectrum of areas, in positions such as: Engineering Consultant, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering Technologist, Product Engineer, or Project Manager. Graduates of the Mechatronics concentration area may also be employed as Automation Engineers and might enjoy a career working with robotics.

Recommended Certifications

Certifications are not required for completion of this program; however, ECPI encourages student to obtain all appropriate certifications to increase potential job opportunities. ECPI provides students in this program with vouchers which allow the student to take certification exams at a greatly reduced cost. Available certifications for this program include Fiber Optics Installer (FOI), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT), A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, and Security+ Certification.

Program Outline

To receive the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, students must earn 124 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 8 semesters, which is equivalent to 30 months or 120 weeks of instruction. The program requirements are as follows:

 

Program Requirements

Core Curriculum

52 semester credit hours

ELECTRICITY

EET110Electric Circuits I

3

ESET111Electric Circuits II

3

ESET111LElectric Circuits LAB

1

EET310Circuit Analysis

3

 

ANALOG ELECTRONICS

EET120Semiconductor Devices

3

EET121Electronic Systems Applications

3

EET220Industrial Applications

3

EET221LInstrumentation and Measurement LAB

1

 

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS

EET130Digital Systems I

3

EET230Digital Systems II

3

EET230LDigital Systems LAB

1

 

NETWORKING

CIS150Introduction to Networking

3

 

PROGRAMMING

CIS126Introduction to Programming

3

EET207Applied Engineering Programming

3

 

CONTROL SYSTEMS

EET231Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers

3

EET231LIntroduction to Programmable Logic Controllers LAB

1

EET331Programmable Controllers and Robotics

3

EET331LProgrammable Controllers and Robotics LAB

1

 

SENIOR PROJECT

EET411Senior Project

3

EET411LSenior Project LAB

1

 

EMBEDDED AND DRIVE SYSTEMS

***ONE LECTURE COURSE AND CORRESPONDING LAB FROM THE FOLLOWING:

EET390Motor Drives

3

EET390LMotor Drives LAB

1

OR

EET430Microcontrollers

3

EET430LMicrocontrollers LAB

1

Arts and Sciences*

37 semester credit hours

CAP480Arts and Sciences Capstone

3

COM115Principles of Communication

3

ENG110College Composition

3

ENG120Advanced Composition

3

HUM205Culture and Diversity: Exploring the Humanities

3

MTH131College Algebra

3

MTH200Pre-calculus

3

MTH220Applied Calculus I

3

MTH320Applied Calculus II

3

PHY120Physics

3

PHY120LPhysics LAB

1

***CHOOSE TWO COURSES:

ECO201Macroeconomics

3

ECO202Microeconomics

3

PSY105Introduction to Psychology

3

PSY220Positive Psychology

3

*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts and Sciences Department page

Self-Integration

10 semester credit hours

CIS101Computer Configuration I

3

COR191Career Orientation

1

ET102Engineering Math and Software Applications

3

FOR110Essentials for Success

3

Concentration Requirements

Mechatronics

16 semester credit hours

EET191Materials Science

3

EET192Graphics Communication

3

EET192LIntroduction to 3-D Modeling LAB

1

MET211Statics

3

MET230Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems

3

MET410Dynamics

3

Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

16 semester credit hours

EET320Semiconductor Processing

3

EET333Robotics Programming & Machine Learning

3

EET333LRobotics Programming & Machine Learning Lab

1

EET380Digital Communications I

3

ESET280Introduction to Communications Systems

3

CIS225Network Protocols and Services

3

Electives

9 semester credit hours

Students must meet all pre-requisite requirements for their chosen electives

 

Business Group

 
BUS102Fundamentals of Customer Service

3

BUS121Introduction to Business

3

BUS242Technology Optimization

3

BUS328Business Process Improvement

3

BUS328LBusiness Process Improvement LAB

1

PMT472Applied Project Management

3

PMT472LApplied Project Management LAB

1

Electronics Group

EET233Robotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM)

3

EET233LRobotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM) Lab

1

EET301Special Topics in Engineering Technology

3

EET350Overview of Electronic Security Devices

3

EET352Engineering Economics

3

Information Systems Group

CIS106Introduction to Operating Systems

3

CIS123Introduction to Python Scripting

3

CIS126LIntroduction to Programming LAB

1

Mechanical Group

MET114Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

3

MET213Advanced 3-D Modeling

3

MET221Manufacturing Processes

3

MET223Applied Machine Tools

3

MET224CNC Machines Operation

3

MET230LHydraulics and Pneumatics Systems LAB

1

MET311Mechanisms

3

MET313Applied Strength of Materials

3

MET330Applied Fluid Mechanics

3

MET330LApplied Fluid Mechanics LAB

1

Externship Group

EET302Externship-EET Sr. III

3

EET306Externship-EET Sr. I-a

1

EET307Externship-EET Sr. I-b

1

EET308Externship-EET Sr. I-c

1

EET309Externship-EET Sr. II

2