Work With Electronic Equipment in a Wide Variety of High Tech Forms

Why Choose a Career in Electronics Engineering Technology?

Those interested in the field of Electronics Engineering Technology are critical thinkers who enjoy solving problems. They are intrigued with a challenge and are driven to work with various forms of technology.

Electronics Engineering Technology is concerned with the theory and practice of applied electronics engineering. It is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to work with electronic equipment in a wide variety of high tech forms, often assisting electronics engineers.

Graduates generally maintain, repair, test and modify complex electronic systems, conduct research and develop products.

What Will I Learn?

Students in the Electrical Engineering Technology program will learn a vast amount of knowledge surrounding the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic circuits and systems using extensive knowledge of theory, test equipment and procedures.

They will apply their understanding of electronics, circuits, systems, software and procedures to practical situations. They will also be able to communicate technological ideas and information with others verbally and in writing. View Electronics Engineering Technology, AAS in the College Catalog

What Will I Earn?

If you plan to stay in the region, there are many occupations related to this program degree and certificates. In the 10-county region* surrounding Westmoreland County Community College, the earnings for occupations in this field range from $21.23 - $45.81 per hour, with an average hourly wage of $33.15.

It is important to remember that wages vary based on level of education, experience, job location and other factors.

Source: Data provided by Lightcast™ (https://lightcast.io/) 2026.1

* 10-county region includes Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Electronics Engineering Technology program have accepted positions with titles such as electronics engineering technician, electrical technician and industrial technician.

Program Fees

First Year

Tuition

$143 per credit (Westmoreland County Residents) - $4,433 for 31 credits
$280 per credit (Out-of-County Residents) - $8,680 for 31 credits
$420 per credit (Out-of-State Residents) - $13,020 for 31 credits

Fees

General Fee $72 per credit (Westmoreland County Resident) - $2,232 for 31 credits
General Fee $70 per credit (Out-of-County and Out-of-State Residents) - $2,170 for 31 credits
- Electronics Engineering Technology Courses First Semester - 4 credits
- General Education Courses First Semester - 11 credits
- Electronics Engineering Technology Courses Second Semester - 12 credits
- General Education Courses Second Semester - 4 credits
Capital Fee $6 per credit (Out-of-County/Out-of-State Residents) - $186 for 31 credits
Lab Fee Electronics Engineering Technology Courses $70-$80 per course
- First Semester 1 course @$70 = $70
- Second Semester 3 courses @ $70 = $210
Lab Fee Non-Electronics Engineering Technology Courses $70-$80 per course
- First Semester 0 courses *(Depends on Social Science Elective)
- Second Semester 0 courses
*Software Fees - None

Textbooks

*Estimated textbooks - $800
*Estimated textbooks, general education - $1,000

Materials (Estimated)

Safety Glasses - $16
Multimeter - $80

*Fees, excluding college established Tuition Fees, are estimates and subject to change without notice.

Second Year