Degree Map

A.A.S. In Electronic 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

Join R.I.S.E. and meet with R.I.S.E. Student Success Advocate

Attend at least one professional career focused workshop or event

Explore careers options using FOCUS2

Create the first draft of your resume

Complete Career Coach Assessment

Join a STEM or engineering club (e.g.,Engineering/Robotics Club ,
STEM Club

Join a Professional Organization or Pursue Leadership Roles

Practice circuit simulation using Ltspice

Learn PCB design using KiCad or Altium Designer

Semester 2

Class

Credit Hours

ENGL 102 - English Composition II

MA 128 - Calculus for Technical and Business Students

ET 140 - Sinusoidal and Transient Circuit Analysis

ET 210 - Electronics I

ET 509 - Programming for Embedded Systems

Total credits for the term: 15

Milestone

Join research programs such as CUNY Research Scholars

Attend Professional Development Events and Workshops

Express interest in CUNY internship programs such as Career Launch and Spring Forward

Draft a Basic Cover Letter

Attend ASAP Career Development Event

Explore applied math and engineering concepts through real-world institutions (e.g., MoMath, New York Fed)

Identify Skills That You Need to Build Outside of the Classroom - Develop Proficiency in CAD software:

Explore semiconductor fundamentals

Participate in EE competitions (design, circuits, robotics) via IEEE

Create a LinkedIn Account

Learn electrical safety standards via NFPA

Semester 3

Class

Credit Hours

ET 220 - Electronics II

ET 560 - Microprocessors and Microcomputers

ET 201 - General Physics I

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

Major Elective

Total credits for the term: 18

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 internship opportunities with organizations and agencies like the MTA, DOT, and Amtrak.

Attend mock interviews workshop

Build electronic portfolio of projects

Continue attending Professional Development Events and Workshops

Earn CCNA certification

Prepare for the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam

Learn industrial automation basics (PLCs)

Find a mentor to check in with periodically

Semester 4

Class

Credit Hours

ET 230 - Telecommunications I

ET 320 - Electrical Controls Systems

ET 410 - Electronic Project Laboratory

PH 202 - General Physics II

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

Total credits for the term: 15

Milestone

Finalize and update resume with technical skills and project experience

Attend career fairs, hiring events, & mine job sites

Connect with professional network for job leads

Practice Advanced Interview Techniques

Complete the CUNY Cap and Gown Survey in CUNYfirst

Actively Apply for Jobs

Understand the PE (Professional Engineer) licensure pathway

Total required credits for the degree: 64

Major Elective Courses

Class

Credit Hours

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

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

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

ET 502 - Introduction to Computer Programming

ET 504 - Operating Systems and System Deployment

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

ET 570 - Creating Smartphone Apps

ET 575 - Introduction to C++ Programming Design & Implementation
Note: Prerequisite: MA-321 or corequisite: MA-114, MA-119 or MA-440

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

ET 704 - Networking Fundamentals I

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 754 - Security Policies and Procedures

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