Were you the kid who got in trouble for taking apart every appliance in the house? Have you always enjoyed tinkering with electronics equipment to see how it’s put together? If so, an electronics degree could be a great fit for you. Our recently launched Electronics Technology associate degree program provides hands-on training to fabricate, operate, test, troubleshoot and maintain electronic equipment. Learn more about the field and Westwood’s new program below.
Why You Should Earn an Electronics Degree
Electronics is an exciting career path for highly logical people with a passion for circuitry. The industry is growing at the same overall rate as the rest of the economy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall job opportunities should be excellent for qualified workers with an associate degree in electronics, along with certification.
Electronics Degree Career Options
The field of electronics offers a wide range of opportunities in the workplace. From computer repair to large-scale factory equipment maintenance, and from electrical engineering office jobs to field work, there are many options for trained electronics professionals. A few of the career fields that may be available to graduates of Westwood College with this degree include:
- Electronics engineering technician
- Electrical engineering technician
- Computer repair
- Computer technology
- Field service
- Medical equipment repair
Be aware that graduates without work experience in the field will likely start at entry-level positions.
More About Westwood’s Electronics Degree
Westwood understands that the electronics field is very diverse. That’s why the program offers four areas of emphasis: biomedical equipment repair, computer electronics technology, general electronics and industrial electronics. You can select the coursework that appeals most to you and gain training designed specifically to serve employers’ needs. Westwood is currently enrolling students in computer electronics technology and general electronics. No matter which emphasis you select, more than 60 percent of core contact hours are delivered in a hands-on lab, and you can earn your degree in as little as 17 months.
Electronics are an increasingly important part of our mechanized and connected culture. A degree in this field opens doors to many different paths and opportunities. Interested in learning more? Click here and request info today!