Applied Technology Specialist, A.S. Certificate

Program Information

A.S. Certificate - Code 082000 - Catalog 2019/2020

Anindya Paul, Department Chairperson, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu

Mina El karmadi, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4154, Mina.Elkarmadi@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The program prepares students for employment or provides additional training for persons employed in manufacturing and high technology industries. This certificate is a part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program. The program prepares students for entering into the manufacturing career cluster.

Description:

This certificate prepares student for Engineering Technology support positions dealing with electronics, cabling, soldering, basic device testing and engineering in the manufacturing career cluster.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of electronics and electricity.

  2. Demonstrate proficiency in using tools, instruments and testing devices.

  3. Apply soldering techniques and basic laboratory practices.

  4. Demonstrate proficiency in surface mount soldering.

  5. Create and analyze fiber optics terminations.

Financial Aid

The length of this program makes it ineligible for federal and state financial aid.

Financing Options:  For more information on grants, loans and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at http://www.daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: http://daytonastate.edu/scholarships.

Approximate Additional Costs

Tuition and Fees*: $1,638

Access Fee: $17.92 ($1.12 per credit)

Assessment Fee: $34

Lab Fees: $75 - $117

Textbook Estimate:Consult college bookstore for approximate costs of textbooks. 

Other costs: A scientific calculator, computer repair tool kit (approx. $20), and soldering kit (approx. $20).

*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.

Careers

The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3029.00

 

Program Length: The typical length of this program is 2 semesters (30 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) placement rates for this program are unavailable. 

Note: Need help preparing for your job search? Login to Daytona State's Career Services Online (CSO) to create your personal career account, or email your Daytona State College Career Advisor.

 

Program Specific Courses

CET1112CDigital Fundamentals and Lab

4

 

EET1011CIntroduction to Electrical Circuits and Lab

3

OR

EET1021CAdvanced Electrical Circuits and Lab

3

 

EET1607CElectronics Assembly and Cabling and Lab

3

EGS1000Professional Performance for Technicians

3

ETG2520Statics and Strength of Materials

3

Sample Program of Study

Year 1

1st Semester

CET1112CDigital Fundamentals and Lab

4

 

EET1011CIntroduction to Electrical Circuits and Lab

3

OR

EET1021CAdvanced Electrical Circuits and Lab

3

 

EGS1000Professional Performance for Technicians

3

2nd Semester

EET1607CElectronics Assembly and Cabling and Lab

3

ETG2520Statics and Strength of Materials

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 16