Electrical and electronic engineering technology is at the heart of most modern equipment, from cell phones and computers to power generation and manufacturing facilities. Our program embraces laboratory-based learning methods that will help prepare students for a career that embraces the newest technologies and their uses. Graduates of our bachelor’s degree program are in high demand and play important roles in a wide range of exciting careers including power distribution, industrial controls, electronics, and technical management. Program Highlights; Break new ground in electronics and electrical technology. Work along faculty who are seasoned professionals and expert practitioners in their areas of expertise. Nationally ranked design teams create real resume building experience while you make friends and travel. Grow your professional network through student chapters of professional organizations like the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and others. Our graduates fill a variety of technician, technologist and engineering positions throughout the electrical and electronic industries. Graduates of our ABET accredited bachelor's degree can become registered professional engineers with the professional work experience and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Professional Engineers exams. In the field of electrical and electronic engineering technology, the principles and theories of science, applied engineering and mathematics are used to solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, sales, construction, inspection and maintenance. Core curriculum provides firm foundation in the areas of: applied mathematics, electric circuits, basic electronics, applied microcontrollers, power, machinery, engineering technology principles, communications, control and instrumentation circuits, laboratory practice.
Career Path
Graduate career path includes Power Systems Technician, Fiber Optics Specialist, Electrical Distribution Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer, Network Infrastructure Technician,Energy Efficiency Consultant, Wireless Systems Installer, Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer, Satellite Communications Technician, Smart Grid Analyst, Renewable Energy Systems Installer, Substation Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation and Control Technician, Automation Systems Engineer, PLC Programmer, Electronic Systems Technician, PCB Design Engineer, Embedded Systems Developer, Consumer Electronics Repair Specialist, Industrial Maintenance Technologist, Process Control Analyst, Electromechanical Equipment Assembler, SCADA Systems Operator, Test and Calibration Technician.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
The University of Akron will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
