Program Information
A.S. Certificate - Code 082000 - Catalog 2024/2025
Anindya Paul, Department Chairperson, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu
Tammy Fritz , Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4154, Tammy.Fritz@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:
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Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of electronics and electricity.
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Demonstrate proficiency in using tools, instruments and testing devices.
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Apply soldering techniques and basic laboratory practices.
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Demonstrate proficiency in surface mount soldering.
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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 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: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Tuition and Fees*: |
$1,638 |
| Access Fee: |
$18.56 ($1.16 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.
Additional Completion Requirements
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: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
| CET1112C | Digital Fundamentals and Lab | 4 |
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| EET1011C | Introduction to Electrical Circuits and Lab | 3 |
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| EET1021C | Advanced Electrical Circuits and Lab | 3 |
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| EET1607C | Electronics Assembly and Cabling and Lab | 3 |
| EGS1000 | Professional Performance for Technicians | 3 |
| ETG2520 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| CET1112C | Digital Fundamentals and Lab | 4 |
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| EET1011C | Introduction to Electrical Circuits and Lab | 3 |
| OR | |
| EET1021C | Advanced Electrical Circuits and Lab | 3 |
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| EGS1000 | Professional Performance for Technicians | 3 |
2nd Semester
| EET1607C | Electronics Assembly and Cabling and Lab | 3 |
| ETG2520 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 16