Saint Paul College Programs

Electronic Technology

Overview

Students enrolled in the Electronic Technology program will learn a wide spectrum of challenging analog and digital tasks, including preventative maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting and repairing computers, electronic office equipment, networks, as well as interfacing electronic and mechanical devices. Electronic Technicians will be hired by companies to repair the company's own equipment or hired by companies as field service technicians. (Program Brochure)

For additional information about recommended Course Sequence, Minimum Program Entry Requirements and Program Outcomes, please see the Program Guide Sheets.

Available programs, courses and course descriptions:
• Electronic Technology AAS Degree
• Electronic Technology Diploma

What You'll Learn

• Understanding of DC & AC theory and operating concepts, Solid State circuitry, and digital components and their applications.
• Service, testing and repair of personal computer systems and peripherals.
• Understanding linear devices, associated circuitry and systems.
• Develop critical thinking skills and logical troubleshooting habits to analyze and solve problems in electronic systems.
• How to properly log service calls, document discovered electronics problems, and effectively communicate solutions.

Career Settings

• Field service maintenance and repair
• Office equipment companies
• In-house maintenance and repair in office based industries

Potential Employers

• State of Minnesota
• IBM
• Kodak
• Xerox
• Medtronic, Inc.
• Honeywell
• U.S. Government
• 3M
• Guidant Medical
• Transoma Medical
• Sencore Electronic Test Instruments
• The Park at the Mall of America

Additional Benefits

• Learn from faculty with experience in the Electronics profession.
• This program is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
• Program allows students the possibility of part-time work while pursuing their studies.