Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (BS) | Mechatronics Concentration

The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (ESET) program focuses on real-world applications of engineering principles. Students in the program will acquire needed skills and competencies to develop solutions for automation and robotics systems.

The Mechatronics concentration offers a broad exposure to analog and digital electronics, engineering programming, instrumentation and measurement systems, as well as embedded and drive systems. A culminating capstone experience allows students to implement, test, and demonstrate a solution to a problem statement related to engineering technology systems.

With the new emerging technologies, a skilled workforce in the electronics field has been and will continue to be in demand for the design and implementation of new innovative solutions and products.

ABET | Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission

The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology at the Virginia Beach and Newport News, VA campuses and Online is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs Program Criteria.

About Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

ESET graduates function in multidisciplinary teams to design, install, maintain, and repair systems, components, or processes meeting specific needs to engineering applications. They serve as a link between engineers and technicians in the workplace, where they play a key role from the conception of electronic systems until the implementation. They are involved in the development, testing, production, and quality assurance of components and systems, such as circuit boards, wireless phones, medical equipment, and control systems.

Some positions may require background checks, drug screening, and/or security clearances, depending on the position and industry.

The curriculum provides ESET graduates with the education and foundation needed for employment in a variety of industries in the private and public sector, including the computer industry, homeland security, automation and manufacturing, and education. Graduates of the Mechatronics concentration area may also be employed as Automation Engineers and might enjoy a career working with robotics.

Program Objectives

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology program are expected to attain the following objectives within a few years of graduation:

• Apply acquired technical and analytical skills as it relates to their professional positions in electrical, electronic, and related industries

• Apply relative mathematical, science, and engineering methods to solve technical problems

• Analyze and implement complex systems including both hardware and software

• Pursue lifelong learning and successful professional careers

• Perform as effective team members through adequate oral and written communication skills

• Relate and exercise an educated judgment in regards to their professional and ethical responsibilities

Recommended Certifications

Certifications are not required for completion of this program; however, ECPI encourages students to obtain all appropriate certifications to increase potential job opportunities. ECPI provides students in this program with vouchers which allow the student to take certification exams at a greatly reduced cost. Available certifications for this program include Fiber Optics Installer (FOI), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT), A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, and Security+ Certification.