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Career Area: Engineering, Manufacturing & Trades
Program: Electrical Engineering Technology
Campus(es): Winona


Major Details

Courses

Cost

Careers

Outcomes

Highlights

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Please Note: The Electrical Engineering Technology program at Southeast is not accepting new applications at this time. Please contact a Southeast Admissions advisor for additional information and related options.

 Major Details

The 2-year Electrical Engineering Technology degree at Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona will prepare you to enter industry as a front-line engineering technician. These professionals work with technologists, engineers, and management to assist in the design, development, and implementation of systems ranging from printed circuit board assemblies to industrial robots.

You will also have the mathematical and analytical background to pursue a 4-year degree through one of our engineering university partners:

Students have the option to double major in both Electronics Technology and Electrical Engineering Technology, allowing for maximum exposure to laboratory-based electronics principles as well as to physics, calculus, and advanced electronics curriculum.

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Cluster/Pathway

Career Field: Engineering, Manufacturing & Technology
Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Pathway: Engineering & Technology

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 Courses

1) Must complete a minimum of 3 different MnTC goals in Liberal Arts and Sciences.

2) 1100 or higher Liberal Arts and Sciences courses required unless specified.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Choose one Goal 6 course
3 cr
COMM1218
Students develop interpersonal, small group, and public speaking skills as well as an understanding of basic communication principles. (Fulfills MnTC Goal 1) (Prerequisite: none) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
ENGL1215
This course involves expository writing based on experience, direct observation, research and reading with emphasis on critical thinking skills, rhetorical strategies, and style. (Meets MnTC Goal 1) (Prerequisites: Writing College Level Placement or successful completion of ENGL0528) (3 Credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
ENGL1410
This course studies the theory and practice of technical writing emphasizing clarity and conciseness in written communication for practical and professional purposes.(Meets MnTC Goal 1)(Prerequisite: Writing College Level Placement or successful completion of ENGL0528) (3 Credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
MATH1225
Pre-calculus is designed to increase students' knowledge about mathematical and logical modes of thinking and will provide students the skills necessary for the successful completion of calculus. Topics include polymonials and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions of real numbers and angles; analytical trigonometry; polar coordinates and vectors; and sequences and series. Pre-calculus is a Minnesota Transfer Level Course. (Meets MnTC Goal 4) (Prerequisite: MATH1035 Intermediate Algebra or Algebra College Level Placement) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
MATH2440
Differential and integral calculus of functions of a single variable. (Meets MnTC Goal 4) (Prerequisite: MATH 1225 Pre-Calculus or MATH1220 College Algebra) (4 credits: 4 lecture/0 lab)
4 cr
MATH2445
Differential and integral calculus of functions of a single variable. (Prerequisite: MATH 2440 Calculus I) (4 credits: 4 lecture/0 lab)
4 cr
PHYS1215
This non-calculus based course introduces the basic principles of physics through applications, problems, and experiments. Newtonian motion and conservation laws for linear and circular motion will be covered including speed, velocity, and acceleration for linear and projectile motion. Oscillatory motion will be covered including mechanical, light, sound and energy waves. Thermodynamics will be introduced including the first and second law of thermodynamics. (Meets MnTC Goal 3) (Prerequisite: Algebra College Level Placement or successful completion of MATH1035 Intermediate Algebra) (4 credits: 3 lecture/1 lab)
4 cr
PSYC1110
Psychology applies to everyone's personal and workplace daily life. In this course, you will be introduced to the history of psychology, consciousness, learning theories, memory, problem-solving, intelligence, motivation, life-span development, personality, abnormal psychology and therapy. (Fulfills MnTC Goal 5 & 7A) (Prerequisite: none) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
 
30 crs
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
ELEC1202
This course covers the general information, theory, and problem-solving techniques required for an analysis of DC circuits with emphasis on the meter measurements, current flow, and voltage division. (Prerequisite: Proficient in basic math) (2 credits: 1 lecture/1 lab)
2 cr
ELEC1204
This course covers the general information, theory, and problem-solving techniques required for an analysis of AC circuits. Topics include: AC waveforms, oscilloscope operation, meter measurements, and AC vs. DC comparisons. (Prerequisites or Concurrent: ELEC1202, proficiency in basic math) (2 credits: 1 lecture/1 lab)
2 cr
ELEC1209
This course covers the study of Ohm's Law, Kirchoff's Law and network theorems, with an emphasis on the theoretical concepts as related to electricity/electronics. The application of DC theory through laboratory experiments are also examined. Instruction in the operation of basic test equipment is used to provide verification of topics and to reinforce the theory. (Prerequisite or Concurrent: ELEC1202) (2 credits: 1 lecture/1 lab)
2 cr
ELEC1212
Students will learn about basic digital gates and how to use those gates to develop combinational logic circuits. Experimentation with digital circuits will aid in the reinforcement of the fundamental digital concepts. (Prerequisite: None) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
ELEC1251
An in-depth understanding of solid state circuit configurations and operations will be enhanced through both theoretical and experimental exercises. Topics of interest will be Transistor amplifiers, Mosfets, Solid State switching circuits and Voltage regulators. (Prerequisite: ELEC1250) (4 credits: 2 lecture/2 lab)
4 cr
ELEC2211
Digital electronics are so widely used that it is almost impossible to think of electronic equipment without them. Digital circuits have greatly improved electronic methods and have given practical electronic equipment amazing compatibility. In this course you will learn how advancements in digital IC technology reduce the size of complex circuits. We will explore counters, shift registers, and others to build complex digital circuits. (Prerequisite: ELEC1212) (4 credits: 2 lecture/2 lab)
4 cr
ELEC2221
This course covers the operation of programmable logic controllers. The hardware and software aspects of the controllers will be explored in the lab. The basic ladder diagram, timer, counter and sequencer instructions will be covered. Additionally, advanced operation and programming of programmable logic controllers, including greater depth of programming, HMI development, and I/O through laboratory instruction will also be covered. Communication between the PLC and Human Machine Interface will also be covered in depth. The master control, data manipulation and control instructions will also be explored. NOTE: This course is equivalent to the combined ELEC 2218 and ELEC 2219 course series. (Prerequisites: ELEC1202, ELEC1204, and ELEC1212 or permission of instructor) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
ELEC2230
This course will introduce the student to Raspberry Pi. The student will configure the Raspberry Pi microcontroller to read switches and drive output devices. Students will explore the features and benefits of single chip systems. The student will build, an instructor approved, final project. (Prerequisites: ELEC2211, NWAT1641 or Instructor Approval) (5 credits: 3 lecture/2 lab)
5 cr
ELEC2260
This course covers linear integrated circuits. In this course a wide variety of amplifiers, oscillators and generators will be analyzed, which use the op amp. The op amp is one of the most versatile integrated circuits; it provides high gain and wideband width in a simple configuration. (Prerequisite: ELEC1250 ) (4 Credits: 2 lecture/2 lab)
4 cr
ELEC2505
This course provides the advanced understanding of DC and AC circuits needed for transition to an Engineering degree. Topics include, but are not limited to: Phasor analysis of AC series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Determine equivalent circuits using, Superposition, Thevenin, and Norton. Determine a circuit load impedance for maximum power transfer. Ideal transformers, along with balanced and unbalanced three-phase circuits will also be addressed. (Prerequisites: ELEC 1202 Intro to DC, 2cr; ELEC 1204 Intro to AC, 2cr; ELEC 1209 DC Theory and Circuits 2cr.) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
ELEC2510
This course focuses on development of equations for the analysis of frequency response of passive filters, RLC components, and various semiconductor devices, and circuits. These include diodes, bipolar transistors and field effect transistors. Circuit analysis will include the use of first order Bode plot graphs to measure the frequency response of different filters, bias and mid-band analysis of single stage BJT and FET amplifiers. Lab work includes analysis, computer simulation and actual measurements. (Prerequisites: Solid State Devices and Advanced DC/AC Circuit Analysis) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab) NOTE: Learning outcomes stated herein. Processes for their implementation can be found in an expanded document at www.southeastmn.edu//WorkArea/DownloadAsset.aspx?id=9139.
3 cr
 
35 crs

Total Credits Required for this Major: 65

 Cost

Estimated Costs for this Major
Approximate Tuition/Fees: $15,506
Minimum Tool Cost: $50
Books/Supplies: $1,300
Estimated Total: $16,856

 Career Opportunities

  • Electrical Engineering Technician

  • Electronics Technician

  • Engineering Test Technician

  • Field Service Technician

  • Industrial Controls Technician

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 Outcomes

Program graduates will be able to:

  1. Understand AC/DC circuit fundamentals.

  2. Understand digital circuits and signals.

  3. Be proficient in programming and troubleshooting microcontrollers and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

  4. Be competent in solid state component operation, troubleshooting, and implementation (including diodes, BJTs, Op-Amps, and FETs).

  5. Prove understanding of physics, calculus, and frequency domain analysis of circuits.

  6. Demonstrate comprehensive applied engineering and laboratory based skills.

 Highlights

  • A full semester of Industrial Automation curriculum at MSC Southeast’s state-of-the art Industrial Controls Laboratory.

  • Advanced circuit analysis, electronics, and Programmable Logic Controller curriculum allowing for immediate employment upon graduation.

  • Transfer opportunities to 4-year university engineering programs.

  • Program combines hands-on learning with a rigorous foundation in engineering technology theory.

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