Computer Engineering Technology (Systems Option), A.A.S.

Computer Engineering Technology

Computer engineering technology professionals are employed in variety of electronic occupations such as telecommunications, computer system design and consulting services, microprocessor-based system diagnostics and repair, digital system prototyping, and various roles in the manufacturing industry. The Computer Engineering Technology (CET) program provides a unique blend of engineering technology theory and hands-on experience. The successful student will learn how to incorporate both hardware and software into microcomputer applications. Students may specialize in one of three areas: software development, systems or Cisco networking. Graduates may continue their education at many colleges and universities to earn advanced degrees.

Students should check transfer requirements with the college or university to which they wish to transfer prior to establishing a course of study at Joliet Junior College.

General Education Requirements: 18 Semester Hours

Select 18 credit hours of courses from the following groups:

Group I: Communications  - Must take either ENG 101 or ENG 130. Minimum of 3 credit hours required in this category

Group II: Social and Behavioral Sciences  - 3 credit hours required in this category

Group III: Humanities and Fine Arts  - No specific minimum credit hours required.  This category is optional for AAS degrees.

Group IV: Math/Sciences  - Select from the following suggested Math courses; MATH 131, MATH 138,  or MATH 170. And select from the following suggested Sciences courses; PHYS 101 OR PHYS 103

Group V: Career Enhancement  - No specific minimum credit  hours required.  This category is optional for AAS degrees.

Major Core Requirements: 39 Semester Hours

• EET 102 - Electronic Soldering, Circuit Board Rework and Repair
• EET 113 - Electrical Circuits
• EET 114 - Digital Electronics
• EET 125 - Solid State Circuitry
• EET 214 - Microcomputer Electronics
• EET 224 - Advanced Microcomputer Electronics
• CIS 130 - BASIC Programming
• CIS 145 - Fundamentals of Networking
• CIS 159 - Introduction to Operating Systems and Scripts
• CIS 213 - Electronic Spreadsheet Software
• CIS 250 - Systems Analysis and Design

Major Core Electives (Select from the following): 7 Semester Hours

• EET 104 - Soldering/Desoldering Surface Mount Devices
• EET 106 - SMD Project Construction
• EET 211 - Wireless Communications
• EET 223 - Advanced Electrical Circuits
• EET 225 - Electronic Communication Systems
• CIS 122 - Computer Information Systems Fundamentals
• CIS 154 - Data Communications and Networks
• CIS 275 - PC Troubleshooting and Toolbox
• CIS 276 - Advanced PC Troubleshooting and Assembly

Total Required Hours: 64 Semester Hours