Industrial Electrician, Computer Electronics Technician Certificate
The Computer Electronics Technician Certificate program offers practical training in electronic circuit repair, system troubleshooting, and support for computer and industrial electronics. This certificate prepares you for entry-level positions supporting technology infrastructure and automated systems.
What Can You Do with a Computer Electronics Technician Certificate?
With this certificate, you can work as a technician supporting electronic and computer
systems in industrial or commercial environments. You may troubleshoot and repair
electronic equipment, install and support networking systems, or maintain automation
controls. This credential provides a solid foundation for further technical training
and career advancement in fields like industrial automation, network support, or embedded
systems engineering.
The demand for electronics technicians is strong across multiple industries such as
manufacturing, IT, telecommunications, and industrial automation. Graduates can find
employment as electronics technicians, network support specialists, automation support
technicians, or systems troubleshooters. The field offers competitive wages, job stability,
and opportunities for growth as technology continues to advance and become more integrated
into various sectors.
Suggested Curriculum
This program provides the electronics foundation for servicing computers and related
electronics equipment.
- COL 101 First Year Seminar
- COL 102 Career Development Seminar
- ELEC 101 Fundamentals of Electricity
- ELEC 102 Alternating Current, Polyphase Circuits and Transformers
- ELEC 110 Electronic Principles
- ELEC 140 Industrial and Electrical Safety
- ELEC 211 Digital Fundamentals
- IT 140 Introduction to Operating Systems
- ITNET 160 Computer Repair
Choose one of the following courses:
- IT 106 Mathematics for Computers
- MATH 151 College Algebra
- TECH 109 Technical Mathematics I
Select 9 credit hours from the following courses:
- ELEC 121 Electrical Controls for Machines
- ELEC 210 Industrial Electronics
- ELEC 212 Programmable Logic Controllers
- ELEC 288 Special Topics in Electricity - Introduction
- ELEC 289 Special Topics in Electricity - Fundamentals
- ELEC 290 Special Topics in Electricity
- ITAPP 101 Introduction to Computers (BUS 902)
- ITPRG 103 Introduction to Programming Logic
- ITPRG 144 C++ Programming I (CS 911)
- ITPRG 147 Java Programming I (CS 911)
- ITWEB 101 Web Page Fundamentals
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a PSC advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
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Computer Electronics Technician Certificate (CE.TCE)
This program is designed to be completed in 18 months.
This program will cost $7,812 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $0 of debt.
Faculty Contact Information
Martin Wolfe
Professor/Coordinator, Welding and Industrial Manufacturing
Email: mwolfe@prairiestate.edu
Phone: (708)709-7807
Office: T-145
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