Technology Studies: Computer Engineering Technology, AS

Program code: CETC-AS-COT

Location: Middlesex

Program Description

The College of Technology Pathway - Technology Studies: Computer Engineering Technology Option Associate Degree program prepares students for transfer to institutions with bachelor’s degree programs in Computer Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Networking Technology, or other related fields, or for entry into computer-based industry positions. This is a hands-on, technically oriented program.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply mathematical, scientific and technological principles and concepts to identify and formulate solutions to technical problems.
  2. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to solve technical problems.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to function on teams.
  4. Recognize the need to engage in life-long learning.

Computer Engineering Learning Outcomes 

  1. Provide students with a background in the application of electric circuits, computer programming, associated software applications, computer hardware, computer networking, and engineering standards to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of computer systems and associated software systems.
  2. Provide students with the ability to apply science, engineering, and mathematical analysis in solving computer engineering technology problems.
  3. Prepare students to take industry-based certification exams.
  4. Develop students’ ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments and to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  5. Develop students’ ability to learn new concepts and techniques as required for continuing professional development.

Degree Requirements

Technology Studies General Education Core
ENG 1010Composition3
MATH 1610Precalculus4
ART Elective (course vetted for ARHX)3
CHEM 1110Concepts of Chemistry4
or CHEM 1210 General Chemistry I
Elective HISX - Historical Knowledge Course or Elective SBSX course in ECON3
ENG 1080Composition II: Technical Writing3
or COMM 1301 Public Speaking
CCS 1001College and Career Success3
Technology Studies Program Core
PHYS 1201General Physics I4
or PHYS 2201 Calculus-Based Physics I
Elective BHEL - Behavioral Science Elective - choose an ANTH, PSY or SOC course3
MATH 1200Statistics I3-4
or MATH 1201 Statistics I with Computer Applications
Computer Engineering Technology Courses
MATH 2600Calculus I4
EGR 1110Introduction to Engineering3
MATH 2610Calculus II4
or EGR 2221 Introduction to Electrical Circuit Analysis
CIS 1001Introduction to Computers3
CSC 1211Java I3
CSC 2212Java II3
PHYS 1202General Physics II4
or PHYS 2202 Calculus-Based Physics II
CST 1111Computer Hardware4
CST 1221Networking I4
Total Credits65-66