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Electronics Technology is the study of how electrons are used to accomplish a specific purpose.  Today, electronics are used in almost everything in our daily life from computers, automobiles, to satellites in space so job opportunities abound. 

The Electronics Technology Program is designed to prepare students for technical positions in business and industry. Upon completion of a prescribed curriculum, an Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) will be awarded to the graduate. Although technical programs are designed for immediate employment upon completion, transfer credit toward a baccalaureate degree may be accepted from a four-year institution in areas of technology and in industrial education. This should be verified by the senior institution.

Employment Outlook:  Trained electronics technicians are in high demand.  Jobs in the electronics field average $10 - $20 per hour for an entry level position.  Our Electronics Technology graduates are working all around the world in various facets of the field.  Companies that have employed PRCC Electronics graduates include Lockheed-Martin, Jacob Sverdrup, USGS, SAIC (National Data Bouy), Nissan, GB Tech, Howard Industries, Bell South, and GE Biomed.

Certifications:  There are certifications that we offer here at PRCC that will benefit you in your career.  SpaceTec is an organization promoting aerospace technology.  Their vision is to be the focal point for aerospace related technical education resources providing motivation for academic studies and professional development services for faculty, students, and aerospace employees. They are based at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral Florida.  SpaceTec created a certification for aerospace technicians certifying them to be able to be employed at NASA centers in the US.   Check them out at www.spacetec.org.  We also give the FCC certification test and the CET (Certified Electronic Technician) test.

Admission Requirements: 

Applicants for Electronics Technology must have the following documents submitted:
1. PRCC Application for Admission;
2. An official transcript from an accredited high school indicating date of graduation or GED transcript indicating passing;
3. Official transcript from every college attended (if applicable); 
4. ACT scores.

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