Degree Map

A.A.S. in Computer Engineering Technology

Catalog Year 2026-27

For students placing into MA-114

The number of credits you take each year will determine when you graduate. To graduate on time, you are strongly encouraged to enroll in at least 30 credits toward your degree during the calendar year, including fall and spring semesters and winter and summer sessions This degree map is designed for students who place into MA-114.

Additional degree map for students who place into other levels of mathematics.

Semester 1

Class

Credit Hours

ENGL 101 - English Composition I

MA 114 - College Algebra and Trigonometry for Technical Students

ET 110 - Electric Circuit Analysis

ET 540 - Digital Computer Theory

TECH 100 - Introduction to Engineering and Technology

Total credits for the term: 16

Milestone

Activate your Handshake Account

Explore career pathways and get advising support through R.I.S.E. and FOCUS2

Attend career-focused ASAP events and workshops to build professional skills.

Create a GitHub Account

Create the first draft of your resume

Complete Career Coach Assessment

Join the Engineering/Robotics Club and STEM Club to build your network and technical skills

Join a Professional Organization or Pursue Leadership Roles

Identify technical skills to build outside the classroom, including certifications (Google, AWS), embedded systems (Arduino), circuit simulation (LTspice), and CUNY Upskilling resources

Semester 2

Class

Credit Hours

ENGL 102 - English Composition II

MA 128 - Calculus for Technical and Business Students

ET 210 - Electronics I

ET 509 - Programming for Embedded Systems

ET 704 - Networking Fundamentals I

Total credits for the term: 16

Milestone

Attend Professional Development Events and Workshops

QCC Calendar of Events

Express interest in CUNY internship programs such as Career Launch and Spring Forward. (cuny.edu)

Draft a Basic Cover Letter

Attend ASAP Career Development Event

Explore real-world applications of math and engineering by visiting MoMath (National Museum of Mathematics) or the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (New York Fed)

Continue posting projects to GitHub

Continue building technical skills outside the classroom by posting projects to GitHub, pursuing AWS Certifications, and participating in FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)

Create a LinkedIn profile

Attend Basic Interview Workshops

Semester 3

Class

Credit Hours

ET 502 - Introduction to Computer Programming

ET 504 - Operating Systems and System Deployment

ET 560 - Microprocessors and Microcomputers

PH 201 - General Physics I

Major Elective

One History or Social Science course from Flexible Core 2A , 2B , 2D , or 2E

Total credits for the term: 16

Milestone

Start your internship search through programs such as CUNY Career Launch, Spring Forward, CUNY Tech Prep, Skillful.ly, and the NYS Internship Portal. Explore additional internship opportunities through the CUNY–MTA Internship Program, New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Summer Employment Program, and Amtrak Internships & Co-op Programs.

Aws Certificate - GenAI, DevOps Professional

Attend mock interviews workshop

Update your resume and cover letter to reflect new technical skills and project experience.

Build electronic portfolio of projects

Take on Leadership Roles in Clubs and Organizations

Continue attend Professional Development Events and Workshops

Find a mentor to check in with periodically

Consider obtaining certification(s) in your field of interest to strengthen your resume

Semester 4

Class

Credit Hours

ET 575 - Implementation

ET 350 - Computer Control Systems

ET 420 - Computer Project Laboratory

ET 542 - Computer and Electrical Device Applications

PH 202 - General Physics II

One History or Social Science course from Flexible Core 2A , 2B , 2D , or 2E

Total credits for the term: 16

Milestone

Finalize and update resume with technical skills and project experience

Continue to update online portfolio with applicable projects on GitHub

Attend career fairs, hiring events, & browse job opportunities through the QCC Career Services Job Fair page

Connect w/ professional network for job leads

Complete the CUNY Cap and Gown Survey in CUNYfirst

Actively Apply for Jobs

Total required credits for the degree: 64

Major Elective Courses

Class

Credit Hours

ET 140 - Sinusoidal and Transient Circuit Analysis
Note: Prerequisite: ET-110 Corequisite: MA-128

ET 220 - Electronics II
Note: Prerequisite: ET-210

ET 230 - Telecommunications I
Note: Prerequisite: ET-210

ET 232 - Wireless Mobile Communications
Note: Prerequisite: ET-704 or permission of the Department

ET 375 - Introduction to Robotics
Note: Prerequisite: ET-110 and either ET-510 or ET-540 or POD

ET 481 - Personal Computer Technology, Architecture & Troubleshooting
Note: Prerequisite: ET-501 or ET-504 or permission of the Department

ET 506 - Linux Operating System
Note: Corequisite: ET-704 or permission of the Department

ET 570 - Creating Smartphone Apps

ET 574 - Programming and Applications with Python

ET 580 - Object-Oriented Programming
Note: Prerequisite: ET-575 with a grade of C or better

ET 581 - Object-Oriented Programming in Java
Note: Prerequisite: ET-574 or ET-575 with a grade of C or better

ET 705 - Networking Fundamentals II
Note: Prerequisite: ET-704

ET 710 - Front-End UI/UX Web Development

ET 712 - JavaScript Programming: Client and Server

ET 720 - Advanced Web and Multimedia Programming
Note: Prerequisite: ET-710

ET 725 - Computer Network Security
Note: Prerequisite ET-704 or Department Permission

ET 726 - Advanced Network Security
Note: Prerequisite: ET-725

ET 754 - Security Policies and Procedures

ET 756 - Database Administration
Note: Corequisite: ET-574 or ET-575

ET 757 - Cloud Technology Developing
Note: Prerequisite: ET-718 or ET-756 or permission of the Department

ET 758 - Cloud Technology Operations
Note: Prerequisite: ET-757 or permission of the Department

ET 760 - Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
Note: Prerequisite: ET-725

ET 841 - The Science of Energy and Power in the Modern World

ET 842 - Energy Production and Conservation for a Sustainable World
Note: Corequisite ET-841

ET 991, 992, 993 - Cooperative Education in Engineering Technology
Note: 2.0 GPA, 12 credits in EET or CET, and Departmental Permission