OBJECTIVES

The Department of Electronics, Computer, and Information Technology (ECIT) prepares students to pursue technical, as well as technical management careers in all employment sectors. The program emphasizes acquisition of sound theoretical studies, as well as intensive “hands-on” experiences in the area of electronics technology. The ECIT department emphasizes development of “real world” competencies demanded by employers. Students receive thorough grounding in electronics; digital and microprocessor systems; computer technologies, including hardware, software and computer networking; communication systems; and automation and control systems. Additional emphasis is placed on courses in business management, statistical process control, safety and project management, and manufacturing processes. Such courses instill an appreciation for the economic and managerial aspects of the business enterprise.

 

DEGREES OFFERED

Electronics Technology (General) – Bachelor of Science
Electronics Technology (Information Technology) – Bachelor of Science
Electronics Technology (Computational Technology) – Bachelor of Science
Information Technology  – Master of Science in Industrial Technology *
Electronics and Computer Technology  – Master of Science in Industrial Technology *
* See the Graduate School Bulletin

 

CERTIFICATE IN RADIO FREQUENCY & MICROWAVE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
The Department of Electronics, Computer, and Information Technology administers the Certificate in Radio Frequency and Microwave Wireless Communication Systems. The certificate program in Radio Frequency and Microwave Wireless Communication Systems requires a total of 15 credit hours to complete. Under the supervision of a certificate faculty advisor, students will take 6 credit hours of required core courses, select 6 credit hours of elective courses and complete a required 3 credit hours independent study focusing on one or more selected wireless topics. The 3 credit hours of independent study would assure that the certificate program maintains a certain level of “hands-on” training by requiring students to complete a project. Upon approval substitutions, if consistent with the certificate’s intent, may be allowed for courses not on the list below.

Required Core Courses (6 hours): ECT 650 and 665
Elective Courses (6 hours): ECT 634, 655, 660, 670, 675, 680, and 690
Required Project Course (3 hours) ECT 699

 

GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
The admission of students to the undergraduate degree program in the Department of Electronics, Computer, and Information Technology is based upon the general admission requirements of the University.

 

DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Electronics, Computer, and Information Technology majors, regardless of concentration, must complete 128 semester hours of University course work and a minimum grade of “C” must be earned in all major courses. Electronics, Computer, and Information Technology students earning a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Technology, with a concentration in Information Technology, entering Fall 2004 or after must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses in the major and in all mathematics and science (chemistry, physics) courses required for graduation.

Graduates of appropriate associate degree programs may be admitted to the electronics, computer and information technology program as juniors. Specific course requirements for these students will have to be made on an individual basis after their previously earned credits have been assessed. The typical transfer student in this program will be required to take at least 63 additional credit hours.

Any student transferring to the Department of Electronics, Computer, and Information Technology from other disciplines must have a minimum of 2.0 overall G.P.A., except for the Information Technology Concentration, which requires an overall G.P.A. of 2.5.

 

ACCREDITATION
The National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT) accredits all undergraduate degree programs in the department.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
ECIT graduates are very successful in receiving employment in both private and public sectors with positions in technology, engineering technology, engineering, and management. Typical job titles include: process engineers, application engineers, systems analysts, network administrators, project managers, information technologists, test engineers, industrial technologists, and engineering technologists. Major employers include General Dynamics, IBM, Lucent Technologies, AT&T, Accenture (formerly Anderson Consulting), General Dynamics, Alcatel, and numerous public agencies.