Electrical Engineering Technology Major (B.S.)

Electrical Engineering Technology Major (B.S.)
Student connecting electrical circuitry in control systems and components class

Preparing graduates for careers or advanced study in electrical engineering technology

UNH Manchester's offers a four-year electrical engineering technology bachelor’s degree program as well as a 2+2 dual admission program, designed for those who have earned an associate degree at a community college to complete the final two years of a bachelor's degree at UNH Manchester.


What is electrical engineering technology?

Electrical engineering technology prepares students for the dynamic, highly rewarding field of electronic design and development. Students learn the fundamental concepts related to the design, development, testing and modeling of a wide range of electrical systems. 

Why study electrical engineering technology at UNH Manchester?

UNH Manchester's ABET-accredited electrical engineering technology program gives students the practical experience to meet their career goals and industry demand. Led by faculty who are industry experts, students apply the theoretical concepts learned in class to hands-on projects in our state-of-the-art laboratories. The senior capstone puts theory into action as students find solutions to real-world technological problems in design, fabrication and testing. Small class sizes mean big opportunities to collaborate with faculty, classmates and industry, preparing students for careers in a variety of industries. 

Potential career areas

  • Advanced manufacturing 
  • Aerospace 
  • Education and research 
  • Semiconductors and IC design 
  • Telecommunications 
  • Transportation and automotive 
Contact

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering Technology
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Phone: (603) 641-4322
Office: Applied Engineering & Sciences, 88 Commercial Street, RM 103, Manchester, NH 03101

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ABET accreditation - Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission
ABET Accreditation

The B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org

Dual Admissions and Pathways Program

We've partnered with NHTI and Nashua Community College to develop curriculum guides that show you how your associate degree will transition into UNH Manchester's electrical engineering technology program.

New England Residents

Connecticut and Rhode Island do not offer a bachelor's-level electrical engineering technology program in their public universities, so students from these states can enroll in UNH's program at a reduced tuition rate.

Curriculum & Requirements

Engineering technology requires the application of engineering and scientific knowledge and methods combined with technical skills in support of engineering activities. Graduates may work in a variety of areas including engineering design, manufacturing, field service, testing, and sales and may work in management positions related to engineering, manufacturing, and computer technology.

The UNH Manchester BS in Electrical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, Sean Tavares. For admissions information, contact the Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150.

This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH Manchester undergraduate students will develop individual academic plans with their professional advisor during the first year at UNH.

Sample Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
ENGL 401 First-Year Writing 4
MATH 418 Analysis and Applications of Functions 4
COMP 424 Applied Computing 1: Foundations of Programming 4
ET 431 Circuit Analysis I 4
 Credits16
Spring
PHYS 407 General Physics I 4
ET 421 Digital Electronics I 4
MATH 425 Calculus I 4
ET 432 Circuit Analysis II 4
 Credits16
Second Year
Fall
CHEM 405 Chemical Principles for Engineers 4
MATH 426 Calculus II 4
ET 522 Digital Electronics II 4
ET 541 Electronic Devices 4
 Credits16
Spring
ET 542 Analog Electronics 4
ET 590 Embedded Microcontrollers 4
Discovery Course 4
Elective Course 4
 Credits16
Third Year
Fall
ET 671 Digital Systems 4
ET 674 Control Systems and Components 4
ET 680 Communications and Fields 4
Discovery Course 4
 Credits16
Spring
ET 625 Technical Communications 4
ET 677 Analog Systems 4
Discovery Course 4
Discovery Course 4
 Credits16
Fourth Year
Fall
COMP 560 Ethics and the Law in the Digital Age 4
ET 790 Microcomputer Technology 4
ET 791 Electrical Engineering Technology Project 4
Discovery Course 4
 Credits16
Spring
ECN 411 Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles 4
ET 781 Introduction to Automation Engineering 4
ET 788 Introduction to Digital Signal Processing 4
ET 791 Electrical Engineering Technology Project 4
 Credits16
 Total Credits128

Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 128 credits
Minimum Residency Requirement: 32 credits must be taken at UNH
Minimum GPA: 2.0 required for conferral*
Core Curriculum Required: Discovery & Writing Program Requirements
Foreign Language Requirement: No

All Major, Option and Elective Requirements as indicated.
*Major GPA requirements as indicated.

Major Requirements

Each course required in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C-. Students must attain a minimum GPA in the major of 2.0.

CHEM 405Chemical Principles for Engineers4
COMP 424Applied Computing 1: Foundations of Programming4
COMP 560Ethics and the Law in the Digital Age4
ECN 411Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles4
ET 421Digital Electronics I4
ET 431Circuit Analysis I4
ET 432Circuit Analysis II4
ET 522Digital Electronics II4
ET 541Electronic Devices4
ET 542Analog Electronics4
ET 590Embedded Microcontrollers4
ET 625Technical Communications4
ET 671Digital Systems4
ET 674Control Systems and Components4
ET 677Analog Systems4
ET 680Communications and Fields4
ET 781Introduction to Automation Engineering4
ET 788Introduction to Digital Signal Processing4
ET 790Microcomputer Technology4
ET 791Electrical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project) 18
MATH 425Calculus I4
MATH 426Calculus II4
PHYS 407General Physics I4
Discovery Program Requirements, Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement, and electives
Total Credits96
1

Senior Capstone Project, two semesters; satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement.

Engineering Technology program, the student outcomes must include, but are not limited to, the following learned capabilities:

  • An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  • An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  • An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  • An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
  • An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Explore Program Details

To earn your Bachelor of Science degree, you’ll complete courses for both the University Discovery Program and your major. Below is an example of what your four-year course sequence in the electrical engineering technology program might look like. Courses are subject to change.

First Year

Fall Semester
  • ENGL 401 – First-Year Writing
  • MATH 418 – Pre-Calculus
  • COMP 424 – Applied Computing I: Foundations of Computing
  • ET 431 – Circuit Analysis I
Spring Semester
  • PHYS 401 – Physics I
  • ET 421 – Digital Electronics
  • MATH 425 – Calculus I
  • ET 432 – Circuit Analysis II

Second Year

Fall Semester
  • MATH 426 – Calculus II
  • ET 522 – Digital Electronics II
  • ET 541 – Electronic Devices
  • Discovery Course
Spring Semester
  • CHEM 403/405 – Chemistry
  • ET 542 – Analog Electronics
  • ET 590 – Embedded Microcontrollers
  • Discovery Course

Third Year

Fall Semester
Spring Semester
  • ET 625 – Technical Communications
  • ET 674 – Control Systems and Components
  • ET 677 – Integrated Analog Systems
  • Discovery Course

Fourth Year

Fall Semester
  • COMP 560 – Ethics and Law in the Digital Age
  • ET 788 – Digital Signal Processing
  • ET 791 – EET Capstone
  • Discovery Course
Spring Semester
  • ECN 401 – Economics
  • ET 781 – Introduction to Automation Engineering
  • ET 791 – EET Capstone
  • Discovery Course

NHTI Dual Admission Agreement

Students who earn an associate degree in mechanical, electronic, robotics and automation, computer or manufacturing engineering technology at NHTI are automatically considered for admission to UNH Manchester's bachelor's degree program in either electrical or mechanical engineering technology, without having to complete a separate application. Students will need to complete and file the Dual Admit/Intent to Release Information forms with the NHTI registrar’s office during the semester they intend to graduate, then the registrar’s office will forward the file to UNH Manchester to process admission.

UNH Manchester's Pathways Program provides a pathway to show you which courses at NHTI will transfer into UNH Manchester's electrical engineering technology program.

See the complete list of Pathways

Engineering Access Program

The Engineering Access Program (EAP) is a cooperative effort of shared resources between UNH Manchester, NHTI and the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) at UNH in Durham. EAP gives students a path to a UNH bachelor of science degree in physics or chemical, civil, electrical or mechanical engineering through a two-stage, articulated transfer process.

UNH Manchester students enter their freshman year as an 'undeclared' bachelor's degree candidate or an Associate in Arts in general studies candidate. During freshman year, most program requirements are completed at the Manchester campus, with potentially some courses at NHTI in Concord. Upon completing all freshman course requirements and satisfying required achievement standards, students can transfer to their desired CEPS program and complete their sophomore, junior and senior years at the university's Durham campus.

Exceptions

Questions? Contact an admission counselor for help.

Electrical Engineering Lab

The electrical engineering lab houses 10 uniform stations, each equipped with an oscilloscope, industry-standard CAD software and more to give you the hands-on experience that puts you ahead.

Machine Shop

Equipped with vertical and horizontal milling machines, a computer numerical controlled milling machine, a lathe, various saws and a disc sander, the machine shop gives students hands-on skills in mechanical fabrication and testing, better preparing them for high-demand manufacturing roles.

Capstone Lab

Equipped with electronic workspaces, soldering stations, 3D printers and more, the capstone lab offers creative space for seniors working on their culminating projects.


 

The electrical engineering technology program prepares graduates with the skills necessary to enter careers in the design, application, installation, manufacturing, operation and/or maintenance of electrical and electronic(s) systems. The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates positive growth in many engineering-related professions, projecting more than 12,000 jobs for electrical engineers by 2020. That growing demand translates into high employment rates and starting salaries for EET graduates, giving you the practical skills for an impactful, lucrative career.

In its annual salary survey, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) shows engineering technology majors earn the top average starting salary among STEM graduates at the bachelor’s degree level.

The engineering technology program at UNH Manchester consistently supports students in their future endeavors. According to the 2020 UNH First Destination Survey report, 96% of engineering technology graduates were employed within six months of graduation, with 100% being satisfied with their post-graduate plans. Additionally, Class of 2020 graduates reported an average starting salary of $66,875. UNH Manchester's engineering technology program directly supports local workforce needs, with 85% of engineering technology 2020 graduates living and working in the state of New Hampshire.

Learn more about career planning

IAB meeting minutes

  • Barbara Bancroft, NCC
  • Shawn Banker, UNH Durham
  • JD Bell, EPE Corporation
  • Celine Bilodeau, Eversource
  • Alex Chretien, Jetboil intern
  • Adam Connolly, BAE Systems
  • Joseph Cunningham, NHTI
  • Oliver Holt, BAE Systems
  • Ken Jones, Previously BAE Sys.
  • Dave Lamprey, Osram Sylvania
  • Christopher Libby, Velcro
  • Dave Luneau, Classco Inc.
  • Frank Maliski, Kleenline LLC
  • Don Marcotte, NCC
  • Keith McBrien, GDS Associates
  • Jack Olson, Texas Instruments
  • Ed Piekiek, Mitre
  • Frank Polito, NHTI
  • Jeff Setrin, Safran 
  • Erich Whitney, Mitre
  • Olaf Zwickau, USA Balancing

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

The Engineering Technology program objectives are the skills and abilities graduates are expected to demonstrate during the first few years of employment, which include:

  • Achieving employment in an engineering technology-related position with appropriate title and compensation.
  • Demonstrating engineering technology-related technical problem-solving skills.
  • Functioning effectively in diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Adapting to changes in technology through continuous personal and professional development.
  • Being capable of assuming increasing professional responsibility.
  • Conducting all professional activities with integrity, and demonstrating a sense of social and environmental responsibility.
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENT OUTCOMES

Educational outcomes for students in the Engineering Technology program include, but are not limited to, the following learned capabilities:

  • An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to broadly-defined engineering technology activities;
  • An ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies;
  • An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes;
  • An ability to design systems, components, or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology problems appropriate to program educational objectives;
  • An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team;
  • An ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technology problems;
  • An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  • An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
  • An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity;
  • A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context; and
  • A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENT OUTCOMES
  • The application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers, and engineering standards to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems; and
  • The application of natural sciences and mathematics at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.
  • The ability to analyze, design, and implement one or more of the following: control systems, instrumentation systems, communications systems, computer systems, or power systems;
  • The ability to apply project management techniques to electrical/electronic(s) systems; and
  • The ability to utilize differential and integral calculus, as a minimum, to characterize the performance of electrical/electronic systems.

 

Following the annual 2019/20 Engineering Technology Industrial Advisory Board meeting, the following student outcomes will be adopted.

Student outcomes for the Engineering Technology program include, but are not limited to:

  1. An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  2. An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
  3. An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
  4. An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
  5. An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Fall term enrollment figures and degrees conferred in the Electrical Engineering Technology program for the current and preceding four academic years.

 

Academic Year

Enrollment Year

Total

Undergrad

Total

Grad

Degrees Awarded

 

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

Associates

Bachelors

Masters

Doctorates

Current

2018/2019

FT

NA

NA

5

4

NA

9

NA

0

4

0

0

Year

PT

NA

NA

7

6

NA

13

NA

 

 

 

1

2017/2018

FT

NA

NA

5

6

NA

11

NA

0

11

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

6

7

NA

13

NA

 

 

 

2

2016/2017

FT

NA

NA

9

5

NA

14

NA

0

5

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

6

7

NA

13

NA

 

 

 

3

2015/2016

FT

NA

NA

5

9

NA

14

NA

0

10

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

5

6

NA

11

NA

 

 

 

4

2014/2015

FT

NA

NA

10

3

NA

13

NA

0

9

0

0

 

PT

NA

NA

7

7

NA

14

NA

 

 

 

 

FT - full time
PT - part time

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