Computer Engineering Technology AS

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    Dale Mabry
AS.CET.UNIV (68 Credit Hours) | Part of the Engineering Subject
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The computer engineering technology AS degree program prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer technician. The coursework focuses on the diagnosis and repair of hardware and software in micro, mini and mainframe computers. With minimal additional specialized training, you may become a field or in-house shop technician.

This curriculum is from the current college catalog and is meant to provide prospective students an example of courses taken in this degree/certificate.  It is not intended to be used for graduation requirements.  Students should consult an advisor for graduation information.

AS.CET.UNIV (68 Credit Hours)

This program will prepare students for employment in an entry-level position as a computer technician. The course work focuses on the diagnosis and repair of hardware and software in micro, mini and mainframe computers. With minimal additional specialized training, students may become a field or in-house shop technician.

Program Required Courses

YEAR I – First Semester

†CET 1112C Basic Digital Systems - 3 cr.

†EET 1036C Basic AC and DC - 3 cr.

†EET 1083C Electronics Orientation - 3 cr.

†MAC 1105 College Algebra - 3 cr.

YEAR I – Second Semester

†CET 1123C Introduction to Microprocessors/Microcontrollers - 3 cr.

CET 2113C Digital Systems Analysis - 3 cr.

EET 1037C Circuit Analysis - 3 cr.

†EET 1141C Solid State Devices - 3 cr.

†MAC 1147 Pre-Calculus Algebra and Technology - 5 cr.

YEAR I – Third Semester

†ENC 1101 English Composition I - 3 cr.

†SPC 1608 Public Speaking - 3 cr.

Natural Science General Education CORE - 3 cr.

YEAR II – First Semester

CET 2152C Advanced Microprocessors - 3 cr.

†EET 1142C Solid State Circuits - 3 cr.

†TAR 2053C Introduction to Computer Aided Design and Drafting - 3 cr.

YEAR II – Second Semester

CET 2939 Computer Engineering Technology Capstone - 3 cr.

EET 2155C Linear Integrated Circuits - 3 cr.

†ENC 1102 English Composition II - 3 cr.

†AMH 2010 Early American History or †AMH 2020, Modern American History or †POS 2041, American Government - 3 cr.

YEAR II – Third Semester

CET 2335C Total Microcomputer Systems - 3 cr.

†EET 2326C Communications Systems - 3 cr.

Humanities General Education CORE - 3 cr.

†Courses symbolized by a dagger (†) are offered online in addition to the traditional delivery method. Online availability may vary by academic term.

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