Employers include cellular telephone and paging carriers, state and federal government agencies, and privately owned wireless product dealerships. American business, industry, public safety, utility companies, and law enforcement rely on computer data and voice communications transmitted by VHF, UHF, and microwave radio to hand-held, and vehicular radio communication products. Each of the programs requires a minimum of 18 months to complete. Each semester consists of approximately 18 credits of course work. Most of the courses consist of lecture with an emphasis on hands-on lab time.
Homework is required.
All students take the same courses for 2 semesters and then decide which of the two Electronics programs they prefer. Any high school science classes are helpful as well as algebra, trigonometry, and other math classes. These courses are not required, but are very helpful in the study of electronics which is an applied science. Incoming students will be taught everything they need to know about electronics, but any math or science courses that they already have will make things easier. Electronics graduates will be dealing with the public, so a friendly manner and neat appearance are important.