Electrical technology systems drive our world – from power plant generators and electrical grids to wearable electronics and solar panels. If you are interested in a front-line, hands-on job in any of these industries, this program is for you. And you don’t need calculus. Get the skills you will need in this high-demand and well-paying field.  

Learn how to:

• Repair and maintain electrical technology systems.

• Install, calibrate, modify, repair and maintain electrical technology systems.  

• Apply components knowledge and theory.

• Use tools such as soldering and circuit assembly.

• Build skills in analytical instrumentation, including the use of meters and the oscilloscope, and computer simulation.

• Interpret circuit schematics.

• Operate analytical instrumentation, such as meters, oscilloscopes and computer simulations. 

• Troubleshoot circuits in electrical projects.

• Research, interpret and analyze technical information.
  
  

• Employment Outlook
• Possible Careers
• Transfer Opportunities
• Program Overview

Employment Outlook

Upon graduation, students will be able to find successful employment in the following technology sectors: power systems (traditional and solar), semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunications, computers and related electrical/electronic fields. Payscales can range from a median salary of $60,000 to around $95,000. 

Our electrical technology associate degree graduates work full-time at these high-profile local and regional businesses:

• GlobalFoundries
• Metro North Railroad
• Structure Works security company
• IBM
• Hologic, Inc. 

Possible Careers

Graduates can look forward to job titles that could include:

• Manufacturing Facilities Technician
• Alternate Energy Technician
• Communications Technologist
• Powerplant Technician
• Security Systems Technician

 

 

Transfer Opportunities

If you’re ready to transform your associate degree into a bachelor’s degree, DCC’s has a robust transfer pipeline to four-year programs at:

• SUNY Polytechnic
• SUNY Farmingdale
• Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
• Excelsior College

Many students complete the ELT associate degree and transfer into electrical engineering technology bachelor programs while working as a technician. Or take 1 year of advanced science and math courses and transfer into the electrical engineering degree program at SUNY New Paltz.  

Program Overview

Students learn how to apply theory to real-world problems, gaining vital hands-on skills throughout the program.