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2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Engineering AS, Electrical Engineering Option


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Program Description

The Electrical Engineering (EE) program comprises the first two years of coursework for a professional program in engineering at a four-year institution and lays the foundation for being a successful engineer and for doing well in the EE professional program.  Electrical engineers do everything from designing software and enhancing cellphones to developing test equipment used in the electrical power system which is connected to homes. Along with introductory courses, you will take courses in the basic engineering sciences, physics, math and chemistry.

For More Information Contact:
School of Engineering and Applied Technology
Northeast Campus:  (918) 595-7439


Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
  • Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
  • Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
  • Function on multidisciplinary teams.
  • Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
  • Understand professional and ethical responsibility.
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
  • Recognize the need to engage in life-long learning.
  • Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Careers

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Student Organizations

Two student clubs are offered to support the EE student.  IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers) and the TCC Amateur Radio Club.  For more information see organization advisor Thomas Henderson in the School of Engineering and Applied Technology at the northeast campus.


Degree Requirements

View a semester-by-semester course plan of study and information on transferring this degree to other colleges and universities on the Electrical Engineering Degree Map.  

General Education Requirements Credit Hours: 21


Additional General Education Requirements  are satisfied through the specialized course requirements.

Humanities 6 Hours


Required Electives 3 hours


  • Select three (3) credit hours from courses in Fine Arts (Art, Music, Theatre), Foreign Language, Psychology, or Social Sciences.

Specialized Course Requirements Credit Hours: 48


Total Credit Hours: 69


To receive an A.A. or A.S. degree, students must demonstrate computer proficiency.

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