A.A.S. Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
Automated Controls Concentration & Computer Systems Concentration

Accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Program Overview

The Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology degree gives students a broad education in AC and DC circuits, electronic circuits, logic circuits, advanced electronic circuits, digital computer systems, and integrated circuits through practical laboratory experiences and classroom instruction. The Automated Controls Concentration provides in-depth study in robotics, process control with feedback control loops, programmable logic controllers, transducers, and factory cell automation.

Automated Controls Program Requirements

Computer Systems Program Requirements

Career Opportunities

• Electronics Technician
• PLC Programmer
• Electrical Designer
• Computer Technician
• Instrumentation Technician

Scholarship Opportunities

The DOE Smart Grid Scholarship has been established to meet the workforce needs of the energy sector and energy-related businesses, particularly as it relates to green power and renewable energy technology.  There will be ten scholarships awarded for a maximum of $1000 for each of 3 semesters beginning fall 2011.

Requirements:
Scholarships are available for students who:

Are pursuing a degree or certificate in the power generation curriculum from Chattanooga State Community College maintain a 3.0 overall GPA.  

The TEIC reserves the right to rescind the scholarship if the recipient does not meet the qualifications

How to apply: www.energizetn.org   Questions:  email teicc@energizetn.org 

For more information:

Engineering Technology Division
Chattanooga State
4501 Amnicola Highway
Chattanooga, TN 37406-1097
Phone: (423) 697-4434/2496 or  et_advising@chattanoogastate.edu

Mission Statement:

To establish in each graduate a foundation of practical knowledge and hands-on experience upon which to build a successful career in electrical/electronics fields. The educational experience is accomplished through classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, and student mentoring. The graduates of this program are electrical/electronics technicians capable of critical thinking, committed to strong work ethics, prepared for life-long learning, and sought after by employers in the state, region, and nation.

Program Educational Objectives:

1. Graduates will have a strong foundation of scientific and technical knowledge and hands-on experience to   be equipped with critical thinking skills, an appreciation for teamwork, and effective communication skills required for electrical/electronics engineering technicians.
2. Graduates will meet or exceed standards for electrical/electronics engineering technicians with technical service firms in local or regional industries or government agencies.
3. Graduates will recognize the importance of professional development, continued learning, service to the local and global communities and will engage in discipline-specific organizations that foster these opportunities.

Automated Controls
Student Outcomes:

For graduates with Automated Controls Concentration, following outcomes are also required:

a.  the application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems
b.  the applications of physics or chemistry to electrical/electronic(s) circuits in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry
c.  apply concepts of automatic control, including measurement, feedback and feed forward regulation for the operation of continuous and discrete systems
d.  design and implement systems utilizing analog and/or digital control devices
e.  apply the concepts of chemistry, physics, and electricity/electronics to measurement and control systems
f.  apply the concepts of digital and microprocessor systems and functionality of system components/devices for the automation of processes
g.  apply the concepts of measurements and sensor selection
h.  communicate the technical details of control systems using current techniques and graphical standards

Computer Systems
Student Outcomes:

a.  an understanding of the application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems
b.  an understanding of the applications of physics or chemistry to electrical/electronic(s) circuits in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry
c.  an understanding of the application of electric circuits, computer programming, associated software applications analog and digital electronics, microcomputers, operating systems, and local area networks to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of computer systems and associated software systems
d.  an understanding of the applications of physics or chemistry to computer systems in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry

Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology Advisory Committee

Jeff A. Vincent, EPB
Rick Carson, TVA
Brad Jones, McKee Foods 
Tim Anderson, Sunone Energy
Lyle Herrold, Alstom  Power System
Barry Smith, Volkswagen Academy