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
- Apply mathematical, scientific and technological principles and concepts to identify and formulate solutions to technical problems.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to solve technical problems.
- Demonstrate the ability to function on teams.
- Recognize the need to engage in life-long learning.
Computer Engineering Learning Outcomes
- 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.
- Provide students with the ability to apply science, engineering, and mathematical analysis in solving computer engineering technology problems.
- Prepare students to take industry-based certification exams.
- 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.
- Develop students’ ability to learn new concepts and techniques as required for continuing professional development.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Technology Studies General Education Core | ||
| ENG 1010 | Composition | 3 |
| MATH 1610 | Precalculus | 4 |
| ART Elective (course vetted for ARHX) | 3 | |
| CHEM 1110 | Concepts of Chemistry | 4 |
| or CHEM 1210 | General Chemistry I | |
| Elective HISX - Historical Knowledge Course or Elective SBSX course in ECON | 3 | |
| ENG 1080 | Composition II: Technical Writing | 3 |
| or COMM 1301 | Public Speaking | |
| CCS 1001 | College and Career Success | 3 |
| Technology Studies Program Core | ||
| PHYS 1201 | General Physics I | 4 |
| or PHYS 2201 | Calculus-Based Physics I | |
| Elective BHEL - Behavioral Science Elective - choose an ANTH, PSY or SOC course | 3 | |
| MATH 1200 | Statistics I | 3-4 |
| or MATH 1201 | Statistics I with Computer Applications | |
| Computer Engineering Technology Courses | ||
| MATH 2600 | Calculus I | 4 |
| EGR 1110 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| MATH 2610 | Calculus II | 4 |
| or EGR 2221 | Introduction to Electrical Circuit Analysis | |
| CIS 1001 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| CSC 1211 | Java I | 3 |
| CSC 2212 | Java II | 3 |
| PHYS 1202 | General Physics II | 4 |
| or PHYS 2202 | Calculus-Based Physics II | |
| CST 1111 | Computer Hardware | 4 |
| CST 1221 | Networking I | 4 |
| Total Credits | 65-66 | |