B Sci in Engineering Technology with a Major in Electrical Engineering Technology (B.S.)

B Sci in Engineering Technology with a Major in Electrical Engineering Technology (B.S.)
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Preparing graduates for careers or advanced study in electrical engineering technology

Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's offers a four-year electrical engineering technology bachelor’s degree program as well as a 2+2 dual admission program, designed for those who have earned an associate degree at a community college to complete the final two years of a bachelor's degree at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester.

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What is electrical engineering technology?

Electrical engineering technology prepares students for the dynamic, highly rewarding field of electronic design and development. Students learn the fundamental concepts related to the design, development, testing and modeling of a wide range of electrical systems.Ìý

Why study electrical engineering technology at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester?

Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's ABET-accredited electrical engineering technology program gives students the practical experience to meet their career goals and industry demand. Led by faculty who are industry experts, students apply the theoretical concepts learned in class to hands-on projects in our state-of-the-art laboratories. The senior capstone puts theory into action as students find solutions to real-world technological problems in design, fabrication and testing. Small class sizes mean big opportunities to collaborate with faculty, classmates and industry, preparing students for careers in a variety of industries.Ìý

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ABET accreditation - Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission
ABET Accreditation

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology with a Major in Electrical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology. 

Dual Admissions and Pathways Program

We've partnered with NHTI and Nashua Community College to develop curriculum guides that show you how your associate degree will transition into Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's electrical engineering technology program.

New England Residents

Connecticut and Rhode Island do not offer a bachelor's-level electrical engineering technology program in their public universities, so students from these states can enroll in Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ's program at a reduced tuition rate thanks to the New England Board of Higher Education’s Tuition Break program.

Curriculum & Requirements

Engineering technology requires the application of engineering and scientific knowledge and methods combined with technical skills in support of engineering activities. Graduates may work in a variety of areas including engineering design, manufacturing, field service, testing, and sales and may work in management positions related to engineering, manufacturing, and computer technology.

The Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester BS in Electrical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, .

The programs at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester are designed to meet the needs of both full- and part-time students with a mix of classes scheduled during the day and in the evening.

For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150.

This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester undergraduate students will develop individual academic plans with their professional advisor during the first year at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ.

Sample Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
·¡±·³Ò³¢Ìý401 First-Year Writing 4
²Ñ´¡°Õ±áÌý418 Analysis and Applications of Functions 4
°ä°¿²Ñ±ÊÌý424 Applied Computing 1: Foundations of Programming 4
·¡°ÕÌý431 Circuit Analysis I 4
ÌýCredits16
Spring
PHYSÌý407 General Physics I 4
ETÌý421 Digital Electronics I 4
MATHÌý425 Calculus I 4
ETÌý432 Circuit Analysis II 4
ÌýCredits16
Second Year
Fall
CHEMÌý405 Chemical Principles for Engineers 4
MATHÌý426 Calculus II 4
ETÌý522 Digital Electronics II 4
ETÌý541 Electronic Devices 4
ÌýCredits16
Spring
ETÌý542 Analog Electronics 4
ETÌý590 Embedded Microcontrollers 4
Discovery Course 4
Elective Course 4
ÌýCredits16
Third Year
Fall
ETÌý671 Digital Systems 4
ETÌý674 Control Systems and Components 4
ETÌý680 Communications and Fields 4
Discovery Course 4
ÌýCredits16
Spring
ETÌý625 Technical Communications 4
ETÌý677 Analog Systems 4
Discovery Course 4
Discovery Course 4
ÌýCredits16
Fourth Year
Fall
COMPÌý560 Ethics and the Law in the Digital Age 4
ETÌý790 Microcomputer Technology 4
ETÌý791 Electrical Engineering Technology Project 4
Discovery Course 4
ÌýCredits16
Spring
ECNÌý411 Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles 4
ETÌý781 Introduction to Automation Engineering 4
ETÌý788 Introduction to Digital Signal Processing 4
ETÌý791 Electrical Engineering Technology Project 4
ÌýCredits16
ÌýTotal Credits128

Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 128 credits
Minimum Residency Requirement: 32 credits must be taken at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ
Minimum GPA: 2.0 required for conferral*
Core Curriculum Required: Discovery & Writing Program Requirements
Foreign Language Requirement: No

All Major, Option and Elective Requirements as indicated.
*Major GPA requirements as indicated.

Major Requirements

Each course required in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C-. Students must attain a minimum GPA in the major of 2.0.

Required Courses
CHEMÌý405Chemical Principles for Engineers4
°ä°¿²Ñ±ÊÌý424Applied Computing 1: Foundations of Programming4
COMPÌý560Ethics and the Law in the Digital Age4
ECNÌý411Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles4
ETÌý421Digital Electronics I4
·¡°ÕÌý431Circuit Analysis I4
ETÌý432Circuit Analysis II4
ETÌý522Digital Electronics II4
ETÌý541Electronic Devices4
ETÌý542Analog Electronics4
ETÌý590Embedded Microcontrollers4
ETÌý625Technical Communications4
ETÌý671Digital Systems4
ETÌý674Control Systems and Components4
ETÌý677Analog Systems4
ETÌý680Communications and Fields4
ETÌý781Introduction to Automation Engineering4
ETÌý788Introduction to Digital Signal Processing4
ETÌý790Microcomputer Technology4
ETÌý791Electrical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project) 18
MATHÌý425Calculus I4
MATHÌý426Calculus II4
PHYSÌý407General Physics I4
Discovery Program Requirements, Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement, and electives
Total Credits96
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Senior Capstone Project, two semesters; satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement.

Program Learning Outcomes

Engineering Technology program, the student outcomes must include, but are not limited to, the following learned capabilities:

  • An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  • An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  • An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  • An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
  • An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Explore Program Details

To earn your Bachelor of Science degree, you’ll complete courses for both the University Discovery Program and your major. Below is an example of what your four-year course sequence in the electrical engineering technology program might look like. Courses are subject to change.

First Year

Fall Semester
  • ENGL 401 – First-Year Writing
  • MATH 418 – Pre-Calculus
  • COMP 424 – Applied Computing I: Foundations of Computing
  • ET 431 – Circuit Analysis I
Spring Semester
  • PHYS 401 – Physics I
  • ET 421 – Digital Electronics
  • MATH 425 – Calculus I
  • ET 432 – Circuit Analysis II

Second Year

Fall Semester
  • MATH 426 – Calculus II
  • ET 522 – Digital Electronics II
  • ET 541 – Electronic Devices
  • Discovery Course
Spring Semester
  • CHEM 403/405 – Chemistry
  • ET 542 – Analog Electronics
  • ET 590 – Embedded Microcontrollers
  • Discovery Course

Third Year

Fall Semester
Spring Semester
  • ET 625 – Technical Communications
  • ET 674 – Control Systems and Components
  • ET 677 – Integrated Analog Systems
  • Discovery Course

Fourth Year

Fall Semester
  • COMP 560 – Ethics and Law in the Digital Age
  • ET 788 – Digital Signal Processing
  • ET 791 – EET Capstone
  • Discovery Course
Spring Semester
  • ECN 401 – Economics
  • ET 781 – Introduction to Automation Engineering
  • ET 791 – EET Capstone
  • Discovery Course

NHTI Dual Admission Agreement

Students who earn an associate degree in mechanical, electronic, robotics and automation, computer or manufacturing engineering technology at NHTI are automatically considered for admission to Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's bachelor's degree program in either electrical or mechanical engineering technology, without having to complete a separate application. Students will need to complete and file the Dual Admit/Intent to Release Information forms with the NHTI registrar’s office during the semester they intend to graduate, then the registrar’s office will forward the file to Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester to process admission.

Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's Pathways Program provides a pathway to show you which courses at NHTI will transfer into Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's electrical engineering technology program.

See the complete list of Pathways

Engineering Access Program

The Engineering Access Program (EAP) is a cooperative effort of shared resources between Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester, NHTI and the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ in Durham. EAP gives students a path to a Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ bachelor of science degree in physics or chemical, civil, electrical or mechanical engineering through a two-stage, articulated transfer process.

Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester students enter their freshman year as an 'undeclared' bachelor's degree candidate or an Associate in Arts in general studies candidate. During freshman year, most program requirements are completed at the Manchester campus, with potentially some courses at NHTI in Concord. Upon completing all freshman course requirements and satisfying required achievement standards, students can transfer to their desired CEPS program and complete their sophomore, junior and senior years at the university's Durham campus.

Exceptions

Questions? Contact an admission counselor for help.

Electrical Engineering Lab

The electrical engineering lab houses 10 uniform stations, each equipped with an oscilloscope, industry-standard CAD software and more to give you the hands-on experience that puts you ahead.

Machine Shop

Equipped with vertical and horizontal milling machines, a computer numerical controlled milling machine, a lathe, various saws and a disc sander, the machine shop gives students hands-on skills in mechanical fabrication and testing, better preparing them for high-demand manufacturing roles.

Capstone Lab

Equipped with electronic workspaces, soldering stations, 3D printers and more, the capstone lab offers creative space for seniors working on their culminating projects.


 

The electrical engineering technology program prepares graduates with the skills necessary to enter careers in the design, application, installation, manufacturing, operation and/or maintenance of electrical and electronic(s) systems. The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates positive growth in many engineering-related professions, projecting more than 12,000 jobs for electrical engineers by 2020. That growing demand translates into high employment rates and starting salaries for EET graduates, giving you the practical skills for an impactful, lucrative career.

In its annual salary survey, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) shows engineering technology majors earn the top average starting salary among STEM graduates at the bachelor’s degree level.

The engineering technology program at Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester consistently supports students in their future endeavors. According to the 2020 Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ First Destination Survey report, 96% of engineering technology graduates were employed within six months of graduation, with 100% being satisfied with their post-graduate plans. Additionally, Class of 2020 graduates reported an average starting salary of $66,875. Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Manchester's engineering technology program directly supports local workforce needs, with 85% of engineering technology 2020 graduates living and working in the state of New Hampshire.

Learn more about career planning

  • Barbara Bancroft, NCC
  • Shawn Banker, Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Durham
  • JD Bell, EPE Corporation
  • Celine Bilodeau, Eversource
  • Alex Chretien, Jetboil intern
  • Adam Connolly, BAE Systems
  • Joseph Cunningham, NHTI
  • Oliver Holt, BAE Systems
  • Ken Jones, Previously BAE Sys.
  • Dave Lamprey, Osram Sylvania
  • Christopher Libby, Velcro
  • Dave Luneau, Classco Inc.
  • Frank Maliski, Kleenline LLC
  • Don Marcotte, NCC
  • Keith McBrien, GDS Associates
  • Jack Olson, Texas Instruments
  • Ed Piekiek, Mitre
  • Frank Polito, NHTI
  • Jeff Setrin, Safran 
  • Erich Whitney, Mitre
  • Olaf Zwickau, USA Balancing

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

The Engineering Technology program objectives are the skills and abilities graduates are expected to demonstrate during the first few years of employment, which include:

  • Achieving employment in an engineering technology-related position with appropriate title and compensation.
  • Demonstrating engineering technology-related technical problem-solving skills.
  • Functioning effectively in diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Adapting to changes in technology through continuous personal and professional development.
  • Being capable of assuming increasing professional responsibility.
  • Conducting all professional activities with integrity, and demonstrating a sense of social and environmental responsibility.
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENT OUTCOMES

Educational outcomes for students in the Engineering Technology program include, but are not limited to, the following learned capabilities:

  • An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to broadly-defined engineering technology activities;
  • An ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies;
  • An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes;
  • An ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives;
  • An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team;
  • An ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems;
  • An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  • An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
  • An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity;
  • A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context; and
  • A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENT OUTCOMES
  • The application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers, and engineering standards to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems; and
  • The application of natural sciences and mathematics at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.
  • The ability to analyze, design, and implement one or more of the following: control systems, instrumentation systems, communications systems, computer systems, or power systems;
  • The ability to apply project management techniques to electrical/electronic(s) systems; and
  • The ability to utilize differential and integral calculus, as a minimum, to characterize the performance of electrical/electronic systems.

 

Following the annual 2019/20 Engineering Technology Industrial Advisory Board meeting, the following student outcomes will be adopted.

Student outcomes for the Engineering Technology program include, but are not limited to:

  1. An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  2. An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  3. An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  4. An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
  5. An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Fall term enrollment figures and degrees conferred in the Electrical Engineering Technology program for the current and preceding four academic years.

 

Academic Year

Enrollment Year

Total

Undergrad

Total

Grad

Degrees Awarded

 

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

Associates

Bachelors

Masters

Doctorates

Current

2018/2019

FT

NA

NA

5

4

NA

9

NA

0

4

0

0

Year

PT

NA

NA

7

6

NA

13

NA

 

 

 

1

2017/2018

FT

NA

NA

5

6

NA

11

NA

0

11

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

6

7

NA

13

NA

 

 

 

2

2016/2017

FT

NA

NA

9

5

NA

14

NA

0

5

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

6

7

NA

13

NA

 

 

 

3

2015/2016

FT

NA

NA

5

9

NA

14

NA

0

10

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

5

6

NA

11

NA

 

 

 

4

2014/2015

FT

NA

NA

10

3

NA

13

NA

0

9

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

7

7

NA

14

NA

 

 

 

 

FT - full time
PT - part time

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