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Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology, associate degree

Radiofrequency, microwave, cellular, commercial broadcast – these represent a sample of the communications fields explored as part of С»Æ贫ý’s Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology program. Sound interesting? If so, consider this the beginning of your journey to an exciting career in a burgeoning industry.

Why choose Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology at С»Æ贫ý?

Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology is a unique area within С»Æ贫ý’s historically strong Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) program. Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology trains students to excel as technicians through a variety of learning activities in and out of the classroom.

For more than 50 years, our EET program has produced graduates whose superior skills and abilities have helped them obtain excellent jobs and pursue advanced degrees. The difference between Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology and the EET program is small – more than two-thirds of the classes overlap – so you can easily get training in both areas and make yourself more marketable.

• Our diversified courses, coupled with state-of-the-art technology and equipment, offer you a unique and affordable way to learn the skills that enable you to become an engineering technician.
• As a graduate of С»Æ贫ý’s Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology program, you’ll combine the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and teamwork required to be a valued member of the industry.
• Our instructors’ industry experience ensures that you receive training that’s practical, efficient, and effective.

Award information

Degrees and certificates by number of terms to complete

Award	Length (attending full-time)	Financial aid eligible	Currently accepting students?
Associate Degree: Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology	2 years

Courses

Course listing for the 2026-2027 catalog year.

• Current class schedule

Plan of Study Grid

First Term		Credits
·¡·¡°ÕÌý100¶Ù	Introduction to Computers and Networking	3
·¡·¡°ÕÌý101´¡	Electronic Lab and Essential Work Skills	2
·¡·¡°ÕÌý111	Electrical Circuit Analysis I	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý121	Digital Systems 1	4
²Ñ°Õ±áÌý111 or ·¡·¡°ÕÌý100´¡	Precalculus I: Functions (MTH111=MTH111Z) (or higher ) z or Math for Electronic Engineering Technology	4
Second Term
·¡·¡°ÕÌý101µþ	Electronic Equipment and Lab Skills	2
·¡·¡°ÕÌý112	Electrical Circuit Analysis II	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý122	Digital Systems 2: Computing Systems	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý188	Industrial Safety 1	2
°Â¸éÌý121	Composition I (WR121=WR121Z)	4
Third Term
·¡·¡°ÕÌý113	Electrical Power	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý123	Digital Systems 3: Mixed-Signal Systems	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý178	Computing Environments for Technicians	4
·¡·¡°ÕÌý150	Introduction to Soldering	1
Fourth Term
°ä±õ³§Ìý179	Data Communication Concepts I	4
·¡·¡°ÕÌý221	Semiconductor Devices and Circuits	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý242	Microcontroller and Embedded Systems	4
·¡·¡°ÕÌý254	Electronic Engineering Technology Seminar	1
General Education: 1 course
Fifth Term
·¡·¡°ÕÌý241	Advanced Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems	4
·¡·¡°ÕÌý256´¡ or ·¡·¡°ÕÌý280´¡	EET Capstone Project 1 or Cooperative Education: Electronics Engineering Technology	2
General Education: 3 courses
Sixth Term
°ä±õ³§Ìý189	Wireless Security	4
°ä±õ³§Ìý278´¡	Cisco 1: Introduction to Networks	4
·¡·¡°ÕÌý223	RF Communications Circuits	5
·¡·¡°ÕÌý256µþ or ·¡·¡°ÕÌý280´¡	EET Capstone Project 2 or Cooperative Education: Electronics Engineering Technology	2
Ìý	Total Credits	98

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OSHA industrial safety training can be substituted

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This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. The following courses are equivalent:
MTH 111 and MTH 111Z