Associate of Applied Science
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
Electromechanical Technology

The field of electromechanical technology has revolutionized the way we live. Our entire economy and culture depend on such systems as electromagnetic induction for power generation; transformers for the delivery of electricity to homes, businesses and industry; motors, drives and programmable logic controllers for industrial process control, hydraulics and pneumatics for the transmission and control of forces and velocities. These systems can be found in virtually every kind of technology we use, from automotive, aircraft and spacecraft to agricultural and offshore-technology industries.

Career Opportunities

Students who are interested in electromechanical technology can pursue a four-year bachelor’s degree or a two-year associate degree. The demand for technologists with the bachelor’s degree who can make informed decisions based on technical knowledge and experience is increasing. A student with a two-year associate degree will enter industry and work with engineers, technologists and other engineering technicians. Technicians are often involved in the manufacture, testing, trouble-shooting, sale and field service of electrical, electronic and computer systems. They are expected to keep up with the latest technological advancements. Typical job titles include: industrial electronic systems technician, electrical technician, electronic technician, installation technician, automation specialist, field-service representative, technical representative and engineering technician.

Employment Outlook

According to the U.S. Dept. of Labor, competitive pressures will force companies to improve and update manufacturing facilities and product design, resulting in more jobs for engineering technicians. However, the growing use of advanced technologies such as computer simulation and computer-aided design and drafting will continue to increase productivity and limit job growth. Along with growth, many job openings will stem from the need to replace technicians who retire or leave the job force. Opportunities will be best for individuals with an associate degree or extensive job training in engineering technology. As technology becomes more sophisticated, employers will continue to look for technicians who are skilled in new technology and require a minimum of additional job training. U.S. Dept. of Labor statistics indicate an average growth in job opportunities through the year 2012. Currently, 42% of all Engineering Technology jobs (478,000) are in the area of Electromechanical (204,000), with a median salary of $42,950.

Curriculum Program Requirements

Communications (6 hours minimum)

English
Speech Communications

General Studies (6 hours minimum)

Choose coursework from the following sections, with no more than one from each section:
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Arts and Humanities
Cultural Diversity
Natural Sciences

Basic Courses (14 hours minimum)

College Algebra (MATH 120) & Trigonometry (MATH 129), or Pre-calculus (MATH 128)
 [Based on placement tests, MATH 090 and/or MATH 095 may also be required.]
 [MATH 090 and MATH 095 do not count toward graduation.]
Programming (CS 101 or CS 201) or Information Management Systems (MIS 200) or Microcomputer Systems (CST 275)
Occupational Safety and Hygiene (ENVT 270) and/or Technical Writing (ENG 388) and/or
Applied Statistics (STAT 200)

Electromechanical Technology Major (40 hours minimum)

Design (DESN 104)
Computer Aided Design I (DESN 131)
Energy, Power, Instrumentation and Control (191)
Electric Circuits (ECT 240)
Electronic Circuits (ECT 241)
Digital Electronic Components and Systems (ECT 249)
Electric Machinery and Controls (ECT 300)
Programmable Logic Controllers (ECT 310 or ECT 248)
Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation (ECT 247)
Intro to Manufacturing Processes and Systems (MFG 112)
Basic Metrology (MFG 126)
Metallic Materials & Processes (MFG 220)
Mechanical Power Transmission (TECH 223)
Fluid Power Transmission (TECH 323)

For Further Information

Debralee Divers
Director
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419-433-5560 ext. 2-0683
email: divers@bgsu.edu

Cheryl L. Chafee
Officer
Admissions & Financial Aid
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Philip Weinsier, Ed.D.
Program Director
EEET Program
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email: philipw@bgsu.edu

NOTE: Information in this guide is subject to change without notice. To learn more about the official program of study, please check the undergraduate catalog online: http://www.bgsu.edu/catalog - Updated 01/31/07