Electrical engineering technology (EET) is an engineering technology field that implements and applies the principles of electrical engineering.[1]
Like electrical engineering, EET deals with the "design, application,
installation, manufacturing, operation and/or maintenance of
electrical/electronic(s) systems."[2]
However, EET as a discipline is generally more focused on application
and implementation, while electrical engineering may place more of an
emphasis on theory and conceptual design.[3]
Electrical engineering technology is the largest branch of engineering
technology and includes a diverse range of sub-disciplines, such as electronics, embedded systems, control systems, instrumentation, telecommunications, and power systems.
Discipline-specific program outcomes include the application of:
Math to differential equations is a minimum requirement for ABET accredited bachelor’s level EET degrees. In addition, graduates must demonstrate an understanding of basic project management skills.[2]
The United States Department of Commerce classifies the bachelor of science in electrical engineering technology (BSEET) as a STEM undergraduate engineering degree field.[7]
In many states those who hold an ABET accredited BSEET degree are qualified to sit for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam,[8] which is the first of two exams required for licensure as a Professional Engineer in the United States (the other is the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam). The importance of becoming a licensed engineer varies depending upon location and specific sub-discipline. For example, in the United States and Canada, "only a licensed engineer may seal engineering work for public and private clients".[9]
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Education
Accreditation
The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) is the recognized[4] organization for accrediting both undergraduate engineering and engineering technology programs in the United States.[5]Coursework
EET curricula can vary widely by institution type, degree type, program objective, and expected student outcome. Each year, however, ABET publishes a set of minimum criteria that a given EET program (either associate degree or bachelor's degree) must meet in order to maintain its ABET accreditation. These criteria may be classified as either general criteria, which apply to all ABET accredited programs, or as program criteria, which apply to discipline-specific criteria.[6]Associate degree
Associate degree programs emphasize the practical field knowledge that is needed to maintain or troubleshoot existing electrical/electronic systems or to build and test new design prototypes.Discipline-specific program outcomes include the application of:
- circuit analysis and design
- analog and digital electronics
- computer programming
- associated software
- relevant engineering standards
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor’s degree programs emphasize the analysis, design, and implementation of electrical/electronic systems. Some programs may focus on a specific sub-discipline, such as control systems or communications systems, while others may take a broader approach, introducing the student to several different sub-disciplines.[2]Math to differential equations is a minimum requirement for ABET accredited bachelor’s level EET degrees. In addition, graduates must demonstrate an understanding of basic project management skills.[2]
The United States Department of Commerce classifies the bachelor of science in electrical engineering technology (BSEET) as a STEM undergraduate engineering degree field.[7]
In many states those who hold an ABET accredited BSEET degree are qualified to sit for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam,[8] which is the first of two exams required for licensure as a Professional Engineer in the United States (the other is the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam). The importance of becoming a licensed engineer varies depending upon location and specific sub-discipline. For example, in the United States and Canada, "only a licensed engineer may seal engineering work for public and private clients".[9]
Career
Main article: Occupations in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Graduates of electrical engineering technology programs work in a wide range of career fields. Some examples include:- Telecommunications
- Signal processing
- Medical technology and devices
- Instrumentation
- Control
- Aerospace and avionics
- Computers
- Electrical power industry and power distribution
- Optics and Optoelectronics
- Manufacturing and manufacturing test
- Research and development
- Project management and Operations research
- Marine Engineering
See also
- Outline of engineering
- IEEE
- Applied science
- Mechanical engineering technology
- Computer engineering
- Manufacturing engineering
References
- "Electrical Engineering Technology". Engineering Technology Overview. Sloan Career Cornerstone Center. Retrieved 20 August 2010.
- "Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Technology Programs, 2012 - 2013". Program Criteria. ABET. pp. 13–14. Retrieved 20 May 2012.
- "Engineering vs. Engineering Technology". Curricular Focus. ABET. Retrieved 20 May 2012.
- "Programmatic Accrediting Organizations". Directory of CHEA-Recognized Organizations. Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Retrieved 22 September 2010.
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