Electrical Technology (ELT)

This program is designed to provide students with a solid technological foundation in electrical/electronics-related fields thus preparing them for successful entry-level employment as a technician in the associated technology sector. The Electrical Technology (ELT) A.A.S. degree is marketable – students who graduate can expect to find successful employment that they will be eligible for immediately. Technician opportunities are available in the following technology sectors: power systems (traditional and solar), semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunications, computers and related electrical/electronic fields. 

Some examples of colleges that have a transfer degree program in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) are SUNY Polytechnic in Utica/Rome, Excelsior College, SUNY Farmingdale and Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). Students may complete the associate degree in electrical technology and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering by taking additional advanced science and math courses to transfer to SUNY New Paltz through an articulation agreement. Students may learn more about transfer and articulation agreements by contacting the ELT program chair.

Students completing the ELT degree program will learn hands-on skills, theory and real world examples. The tools of the technician will be used from the first semester and throughout the program to build skills in assembling and troubleshooting circuits and projects.

Students who successfully complete the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Electrical Technology (ELT) will be able to:

• Explain electrical technology systems, components and theory;

• Apply hands-on skills, such as use of tools, soldering, circuit assembly, analytical instrumentation skills (including use of meters and the oscilloscope) and computer simulation;

• Interpret circuit schematics;

• Demonstrate troubleshooting skills.

• Define and demonstrate effective team-building skills;

• Demonstrate technical communication skills;

• Research, interpret and analyze technical information on components used in electrical technology systems;

• Develop solutions to open-ended problems utilizing a hands-on learning approach;

• Demonstrate awareness of customer needs, quality and continuous improvement.

Courses should be selected in consultation with an advisor.