2024-2025 Academic Catalog 
  
    Nov 04, 2024  
2024-2025 Academic Catalog

Robotic & Electronic Engineering AAS Degree - Special Electronics Technician Emphasis

Location(s): In-Person


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Program Information

The Anoka Technical Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) program includes a 72-credit Special Electronics Technician Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree emphasis program that prepares students in core electronic engineering technology skills, as well as a broad background in computer support and networking.

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Interpersonal and employability skills: Communicate with peers and customers using professional, ethical and appropriate verbal and nonverbal communication skills; by accepting constructive feedback and displaying appropriate behavior; participating as a member of a team, exhibiting leadership and lifelong learning skills.
  2. Electronic Theory: Demonstrate a solid understanding of electronics; by interpreting electronic schematics and diagrams; research, organize and interpret information from various technical sources; identifying components; electronic test equipment used by technician in industry.
  3. Mechatronic Systems: Convey the understanding of complex relationships between sections of specialized equipment through written, verbal, and/or demonstrative methods.
  4. Troubleshooting: Demonstrate principles of troubleshooting and logical diagnosis by using critical thinking skills to define, analyze, and implement a solution.
  5. Mechatronic Applications: Evaluate and determine that all mechatronic equipment is in proper working condition, ensuring a safe, reliable manufacturing environment.
  6. Safety Compliance: Participate in class in a professional manner, by acting in compliance with documented safety procedures and appropriate industry standards.

Industry and Career Outlook

As part of the Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) program, the Special Electronics Technician (EET) emphasis Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree provides students with the technical knowledge and practical experience necessary for an exciting career in electronics, mechatronics, robotics, automation and controls, computer servicing/networking, biomedical equipment technician (BMET) and engineering support.

Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

Admission Requirements

This program requires instructor approval.

Program Start Dates

Fall Semester: August
Spring Semester: January**

**Students who start in the spring will need more time to complete due to course prerequisites.

Graduation Requirements

Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.

Faculty Contact

Tom Reid: 763-576-4139
Daniel Truchon: 763-576-4185

For information on how to apply or schedule a tour, contact Enrollment Services at 763-576-7710 or EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu

MnTC General Education Requirements


This program requires completion of the following fifteen credits of general education from at least three goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) . Refer to the MnTC course list for elective courses:

Program Sequence


Summer Semester: 7 Credits


Special Electronics Technician Electives: 25 Credits


  • MnTC Electives 8 Credit(s)

Technical Credits: 57


MnTC General Education Credits: 15


Total Credits: 72


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