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Electrical Technology

Embrace your passion for the study of machines, equipment, technology and systems that conduct electrical charges and produce electricity. Gear up for a career as an electronic technician with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with an area of study in Electrical Technology at Thomas Edison State University (TESU). Our 120-credit online degree program is designed for electricians and electrical power or machinery workers. 18 of your Area of Study credits must be from 300/400 level courses.

Degree Requirements Credits
The following courses are required for the BS degree with an area of study in Electrical Technology and can be fulfilled in either the General Education or Electives sections of the degree chart. 20
  • Computer Concepts (CIS-1070) or above
(3)
  • Statistics
(3)
  • College Algebra
(3)
  • Higher Level Math above College Algebra
(3)
  • Physics I with Lab
(4)
  • Physics II with Lab
(4)

How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: Many of the credits in the area of study may be completed by independent study and distance education courses from other universities. Many students use Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).

Note: Courses listed in the Area of Study are offered as a guide. Other courses may also be considered appropriate for the program. The inclusion of similar courses must be reviewed by the Evaluation team. Students must submit their program plan for review to ensure that course selection is appropriate for the degree.

Leverage Your Training

Have you earned acquired college-level technical expertise on the job? If so, it may be worth college credit. The University also offers a variety of other ways to earn credit, including transferring previous college credits, all designed around the needs of adult learners, like you.

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