Robotic & Electronic Engineering Technology

Anoka Technical College's Robotic & Electronic Engineering Technology program prepares students to work with mechatronics, robotics, automation and controls, computer servicing and networking and biomedical equipment.

Students gain a thorough understanding of how computers and machines communicate, system level troubleshooting, and a solid education in electronic engineering technology fundamentals.

Affordable education with part-time options

Hands-on education taught by industry experts

100% job placement after graduation

Potential Jobs:

Electronics Technologist
Electronics Technician

Salary Information:
Median Wage: $30.09 per hour

Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at careerwise.minnstate.edu.

Program Details

Program Details (pdf)

Program Information

The Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) program offers a 72-credit Robotic and Electronic Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree that prepares students to work with mechatronics, robotics, automation and controls, computer servicing/networking, biomedical equipment.

Students gain a thorough understanding of how computers and machines communicate as well as system level troubleshooting, and a solid education in electronic engineering technology fundamentals.

Students also learn about:

Mechatronics
Lasers and Optics
Robotics
Computer Troubleshooting A+
Networking
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
LabVIEW programming applications
Motor control
Microcontrollers
Advanced troubleshooting
Project management
Soft skills – customer service, team work

Designed by electronic engineering industry leaders, the program provides a comprehensive, hands-on, career-oriented curriculum. Students obtain a solid education in electronic engineering fundamentals, mechatronics, robotics, automation and controls, computer servicing/networking and Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET).

Full-time students can obtain an Electronic Technician diploma in two semesters, and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in four semesters.

Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and there are several EET program-specific scholarships available.

Program Learning Outcomes

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.
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.
Mechatronic Systems: Convey the understanding of complex relationships between sections of specialized equipment through written, verbal, and/or demonstrative methods.
Troubleshooting: Demonstrate principles of troubleshooting and logical diagnosis by using critical thinking skills to define, analyze, and implement a solution.
Mechatronic Applications:Evaluate and determine that all mechatronic equipment is in proper working condition, ensuring a safe, reliable manufacturing environment.
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 Electronic Controls Technician Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree provides students with the technical knowledge and practical experience necessary for an exciting career in electronics, automation and controls, computer servicing/networking, Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) and engineering support.

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

What to Expect from the Learning Environment

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Program Sequence

Some courses in this program may require a prerequisite. Please see course descriptions for more details.

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:

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
MATH 1550	Introduction to Statistics (Goal 4)	4
MnTC Electives		11

Program Sequence

Fall Semester		16
ETEC 1102	Mechatronics 1 DC	3
ETEC 1113	Mechatronics 2 AC	3
ETEC 1141	Circuit Analysis	4
ETEC 1151	Computer Troubleshooting A+	3
ETEC 1250	Digital 1	3
Spring Semester		16
BMET 1301	Biomedical Networking	2
ETEC 1170	Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)	2
ETEC 1202	Solid State Electronics Devices	5
ETEC 1260	Lasers and Optics	2
ETEC 1271	Technical Documentation	3
ETEC 1281	Engineering Technology Programming: LabVIEW and C++	2
Summer Semester		7
MATH 1550	Introduction to Statistics	4
MnTC Elective		3
Fall Semester		16
ETEC 2138	LabVIEW and Data Acquisition	4
ETEC 2162	Robotics and Automation Controls	5
ETEC 2143	Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)	3
ETEC 2276	Industrial Networking IOT/M2M	4
Spring Semester		17
ETEC 2011	Machine-to-Machine Wireless Communication	2
ETEC 2172	Mechatronics Capstone Project	5
ETEC 2177	Mechatronics Capstone Design and Documentation	2
MnTC Electives		8

Part-Time Options

Students can choose to complete any of the electronics programs part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guides. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisor for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.

Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.

Course options may differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester. ETEC courses for new students are not always available in the spring term. A full-time student in any electronics program would take 16 credits their first semester. Part-time students must take a minimum of 10 credits.

Important: Students who place below college-level on the ACCUPLACER tests for Arithmetic and QAS (Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra & Stats) mathematics may benefit from starting with developmental math courses before any ETEC courses.

First Semester

ETEC 1102, ETEC 1113, ETEC 1141

These 3 courses are corequisites and therefore must be taken together.
In addition to developmental math courses, AAS degree students starting in the spring semester also have the option of starting with general education courses if no ETEC courses are being offered.