Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics Technology

Associate of Applied Science
Piedmont Virginia Community College

This program is designed for students interested in Advanced Manufacturing and related fields. Progarm graduates may pursue in-demand employment in manufacturing, mechatronics, robotics, electronics, and related fields. Student will complete coursework towards the Siemens Certified Mechatronics System Assistant certification. Career development for individuals seeking positions such as electronics technician, consumer product technician, industrial electronics technician, field service technician, communications technician, mechatronics technician, or engineering technician.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Piedmont Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Manufacturing Technician
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Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics Technology
62
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics Technology Degree
62
AAS INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
62
Course Requirements for AAS INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
62
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 239
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ETR 237
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Humanities elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 131
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ETR 113
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 140
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 238
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CAD 151
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 155
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 161
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
IND 250
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
IND 251
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
IND 113
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 290
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Civic Engagement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ETR 114
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 122
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 176
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
UNUSED COURSES
0
Plan GPA Requirement for AAS INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
0
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Credit for Prior Learning https://www.pvcc.edu/credit-prior-learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Piedmont Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Electronics Technology with a Specialization in Computer TechAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Instrumentation and Control Automation TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
49-2094.00Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentRepair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
51-9141.00Semiconductor Processing TechniciansPerform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.Production Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 62 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics Technology at Piedmont Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $169 Per Credit $10,478 $0 $10,478 https://www.pvcc.edu/tuition-fees
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.