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Electronics Technology Certificate

Program Description

Bramson ORT College's Electronics Technology Certificate program trains students in the basic skills necessary for immediate employment, and provides the foundation for more advanced studies. This certificate program is intended for those who are employed in companies that need to have some basic electrical/electronic knowledge, or who need to upgrade their skills in this field.

Students enrolled in this program must complete courses in electronics, computer information systems and liberal arts. Students will learn a variety of electronics concepts—from basic electricity to microprocessors, and applied skills, such as field service training and equipment maintenance.

Credits obtained by students while in the Electronics Technology Certificate program are transferable to two-year and four-year programs at Bramson ORT College and other colleges and universities worldwide. In order to earn the Electronics Technology Certificate at Bramson ORT College, a student must complete at least 30 credits.

How You Will Benefit with a Certificate:
  • Build your own practical experiments using modern Electronic Equipments
  • Immediately apply course knowledge on your job
  • Get lifetime access to your instructors’ technical expertise
  • Enhance your career path
  • Study for recognized industry credentials exams
Graduates are encouraged to pursue nationally recognized certifications like:
  • IPC Certification
  • RFID+ – CompTIA
  • Electrician License
  • Journeyman Level CET
  • CompuTIA A+ – CompTIA
  • Network Cabling Technician
  • Fiber Optic Cabling Technician
  • Certified Electronic Technician
  • PC Technician A+ – CompTIA
  • Electronic Assembler – ODTCE
  • Associate Level Electronics CET
  • CEDIA Level I Technician – CEDIA
  • Certified Networking Technician – N+
  • Electronics Systems Associate (ESA)
  • General Electronics Technician – ODTCE
  • Certified Computer Service Technician – A+
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
  • Multimedia Systems Technician Journeyman Level (MST)
  • NASTeC National Appliance Service Technician Certification
  • Certified Wireless Communications (WCM, FCC license) Technician

Program Summary Chart

Program: Electronics Technology Certificate
Program Length: 30 semester credits
Entrance Dates: Three semesters annually
Offered: Main & Brooklyn Campuses
Admission Requirements:

Admission to Bramson ORT College Electronics Technology Program is open to all students who demonstrate academic preparedness, maturity and seriousness of purpose with backgrounds appropriate to their chosen program of studies.

High School Diploma or GED is required

Department: More Information
Electronics Department
Bramson ORT College
69-30 Austin Street
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: 718-261-5800
Email: electronics@bramsonort.edu

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Program of Study

Electronics Technology
12 Credits
Required Major Courses
ET103 Basic Electronics and Computers I
3 Credits
ET104 Basic Electronics and Computers II
3 Credits
ET151 Digital Computer Electronics
3 Credits
ET211 Electronics Circuit Applications I
3 Credits
  Or  
ET250 Microprocessors
3 Credits
Elective Major Courses
9 Credits
Elective Major Courses (select three)
CP102 Introduction to Computer Programming
3 Credits
CP104 Principles of Computer Electronics
3 Credits
CP111 Computer Systems I
3 Credits
CP112 Computer Networks I
3 Credits
CP115 Operating System Concepts
3 Credits
CP135 Introduction to Data Communications
3 Credits
CP216 Project Management
3 Credits
CP260 Advanced Computer Applications
3 Credits
CP270 Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)
3 Credits
CP271 Advanced Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)
3 Credits
CP272 CADD Applications
3 Credits
CP273 CNC Programming
3 Credits
CP274 Construction Graphics
3 Credits
ET105 Renewable Energy Technologies
3 Credits
ET106 Electronic Testing Instrumentation
3 Credits
ET165 Photovoltaics
3 Credits
ET166 Energy Management & Load Estimation
3 Credits
ET167 Solar Thermal Systems & Design
3 Credits
ET168 Solar Photovoltaic Systems & Design
3 Credits
ET200 Electronic Security Systems
3 Credits
ET212 Electronic Circuit Applications II
3 Credits
ET215 Electrical Codes
3 Credits
ET221 Electrical Machines and Devices
3 Credits
ET225 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
3 Credits
ET230 Solar Project Site Assessment
3 Credits
ET231 Renewable Systems Troubleshooting & Repair
3 Credits
ET232 Wind Energy Systems Design & Installation
3 Credits
ET233 Building Weatherization & Energy Auditing
3 Credits
ET235 Control Systems
3 Credits
ET260 Advanced Computer Electronics
3 Credits
ET261 Special Topics in Electronics
3 Credits
ET265 Robotics
3 Credits
ET275 Electronic Communication Systems
3 Credits
ET290 Technical Writing
3 Credits
ET296 Electronics Internship I
3 Credits
ET297 Electronics Internship II
3 Credits
ET401 Home Technology Integration
3 Credits
ET402 HVAC Controls
3 Credits
ET410 GPS Navigation - Application & Design
3 Credits
ET411 Automotive Electrical & Computer Systems
3 Credits
ET412 PC Interface Circuit Design Technology
3 Credits
ET413 Solid State Electronics
3 Credits
ET414 Power Electronics
3 Credits
ET415 RF & Microwave
3 Credits
ET416 Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution
3 Credits
ET417 Fiber Optic Networks
3 Credits
ET430 Advanced Photovoltaic
3 Credits
ET500 Electronic Design
3 Credits
MA151 Mathematical Analysis I
3 Credits
Liberal Arts
9 Credits
Required Liberal Arts
General Education Courses
3 Credits
EN100 English Composition I
3 Credits
     
Elective Liberal Arts
General Education Courses (Select two)
6 Credits
Select credits from the list of liberal arts courses which are not required liberal arts.

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Career Outlook

The tremendous growth in the electronics and computer fields has created an unprecedented demand for qualified technicians to service, maintain, inspect, operate, design and develop electronic systems. Today, everything and everyone is connected. Commercial and residential establishments need to be plugged in—whether it’s cabling, audio/video circuits, computer networks, fiber optics, or telecommunications and satellite systems. In every business, there will be a need for an Electronic Systems Technician.

  • Electronic Control Systems
  • Electronics Security
  • Power Systems
  • Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
  • Computer Systems and Networks
  • Fiber Optics and Telecommunications
  • Electronic Instrument Manufacturing
  • Electronic Circuit Applications, Repair and Install
  • Automobile Electrical and Electronics Systems
  • Electrician's Assistants
  • Electric Motor, Power Tools, Powerhouse, Substation, Relay, Install and Repair
  • Electrical Contracting, Maintenance and Construction
  • Sales of Electronic Components and Equipment
  • New York City Transit Electronic Equipment Maintainers
  • Power Cable Maintainers
  • Thermostat Repairers
  • Elevator Mechanics

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Employment Opportunities

Below you will find a table of open competitive employment opportunities. Listed are the agencies offering employment opportunities, the positions available and their average paying salary.

Position

Salary

Agency

Electricians

$44 per hour

NYC Health Corp

Electricians (Automobile)

$29 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

Electrician's Assistant

$27 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

Electronic Equipment Maintainers

$27 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

Elevator Mechanics

$32 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

Light Maintainers

$25 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

Power Cable Maintainers

$25 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

Thermostat Repairers

$42 per hour

NYC Transit Authority

 
* Salaries provided by the U.S. Department of Labor and Bramson ORT College's Career Services Center
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