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Program Description for Electrical Systems Technology AAS

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Provider Southwestern Michigan College
Date of last update 10/28/2009
Description Electrical equipment service personnel install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic equipment such as networked process controls, computer-controlled machinery, robotics, three-phase motors, and variable frequency motor drives. The emphasis is on today's technolgy, including networked controllers and interactive web-based asset management. Digital principles are presented in the context of programmable logic devices and microcontrollers. To prepare students for the emerging discipline of mechatronics, students are cross-trained in hydraulics, pneumatics, computer-assisted engineering and Microsoft Visual Basic.Net. Employment opportunities worldwide are excellent. National median salaries for experienced technicians is about $45,000 annually. This curriculum prepares the student to take the "Associate Electronics Technician" exam, an Electronics Technicians Association's base/entry level certification. Certification exams may be scheduled through the Testing Center at SMC. Students interested in pursuing a Bachelor's degree through Ferris State University or other four-year institutions should contact their program advisor for specifics. For further information on the Ferris State University Bachelor's degree programs contact the Ferris State University Coordinator at SMC at (269) 782-1214.
Contact Name David Koehler, Instructor
Contact Phone Number (269) 687-4812
Contact URL www.swmich.edu
Course Length 62 Credit Hours
Admission Requirements 1)You will need to demonstrate proficiencies in reading, English, and mathematics based on SMC assessment tests; ACT, SAT, or MEAP scores; or by taking the recommended classes. 2)ACE testing is available for a number of the courses listed. 3)You will need to demonstrate competency through testing in computer information systems. If unable to do so, you must take ISYS 110 (computer class).
Credential Earned Associate's Degree
Other Credential Description None
Sources of Financial Assistance Accepted Individual Training Accounts, Pell Grants, Third party billing, scholarships, etc.
Estimated Waiting Period to Enter Program 0 Days
License Fee for Employment No
Program Cost $9,643
Additional Costs No
Internship/Externship Required Yes, 144 hours
New Program No
Completion Rate 100.0%
Number of Graduates in the last year 1
Employment Rate Not Available
 
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