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Electronic & Communication Engineering Technology
Program Code: 10-663-3


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Associate Degree: 2 Years, 70 Credits
Appleton Campus
Financial Aid Eligible


Career Opportunities

Individuals who possess the ability to understand and apply electronics, as well as wired and wireless communication principles have a wide variety of career choices to choose from, including broad band cabling technician, telecommunication field service, electronic technician, and cellular technician, to name a few.


Program Description

The Electronic & Communication Engineering Technology (ECET) program provides you with a solid foundation in electronics, wired and wireless communications, computer programming, telephone and data networking, and telecommunications systems. Extensive laboratory work is used to support topics covered in theory.


Program/Plan Admission Requirements


Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will:

  • Apply electronic theory to practice.
  • Build electronic circuits and systems.
  • Operate test equipment.
  • Analyze electronic systems.
  • Communicate technical information.
  • Utilize multi-meters, oscilloscopes and other test equipment for obtaining measurements.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of telephone and data networking technologies.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of network terminology, cabling, and network cabling functionality.
  • Demonstrate the ability to manufacture and test copper cabling and fiber cables.
  • Configure devices and controllers to support telecommunications.
  • Apply communication protocol between computers, systems, and devices.
  • Identify electronic safety risks, practice precautions, and observe safety industry standards and regulations.
  • Work effectively and ethically to complete individual and team assignments in diverse groups.

Program Offered at This Location

  • Appleton-1825 N. Bluemound Drive

Helpful High School Courses

Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, physics, English, electronics and computer courses are useful.


Contact Us

For additional information, call or e-mail Gary Herlache at (920) 993-5129.

For additional program/admission information, View Program Plan.


Will my credits transfer to a 4-year college?


Students must follow the program curriculum in place at the time of enrollment into the program.
If you have questions, contact your advisor.

2013-14 Educational Program