Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology, associate degree option
Radiofrequency, microwave, cellular, commercial broadcast – these represent a sample of the communications fields explored as part of PCC’’s Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology program. Sound interesting? If so, consider this the beginning of your journey to an exciting career in a burgeoning industry.
Why choose Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology at PCC?
The Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology option (area of concentration) is a unique area within PCC’s historically strong Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) program. The Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology option trains students to excel as biomedical electronics technicians through a variety of learning activities in and out of the classroom.
For more than 50 years, our EET program has produced graduates whose superior skills and abilities have helped them obtain excellent jobs and pursue advanced degrees. The difference between the Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology option and EET program is small – more than two-thirds of the classes overlap – so you can easily get training in both areas and make yourself more marketable.
- Our diversified courses, coupled with state-of-the-art technology and equipment, offer you a unique and affordable way to learn the skills that enable you to become an engineering technician.
- As a graduate of PCC’s Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology option, you’ll combine the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and teamwork required to be a valued member of the industry.
- Our instructors’ industry experience ensures that you receive training that’s practical, efficient, and effective.
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree: Wireless and Data Communications Engineering Technology Option | 2 years |
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Course listing for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| EET?100D | Introduction to Computers and Networking | 3 |
| EET?101A | Electronic Lab and Essential Work Skills | 2 |
| EET?111 | Electrical Circuit Analysis I | 5 |
| EET?121 | Digital Systems 1 | 4 |
| MTH?111 or EET?100A |
Precalculus I: Functions (MTH111=MTH111Z) (or higher ) z or Math for Electronic Engineering Technology |
4 |
| Second Term | ||
| EET?101B | Electronic Equipment and Lab Skills | 2 |
| EET?112 | Electrical Circuit Analysis II | 5 |
| EET?122 | Digital Systems 2: Computing Systems | 5 |
| EET?188 | Industrial Safety 1 | 2 |
| WR?121 | Composition I (WR121=WR121Z) | 4 |
| Third Term | ||
| EET?113 | Electrical Power | 5 |
| EET?123 | Digital Systems 3: Mixed-Signal Systems | 5 |
| EET?178 | Computing Environments for Technicians | 4 |
| EET?150 | Introduction to Soldering | 1 |
| Fourth Term | ||
| CIS?179 | Data Communication Concepts I | 4 |
| EET?221 | Semiconductor Devices and Circuits | 5 |
| EET?242 | Microcontroller and Embedded Systems | 4 |
| EET?254 | Electronic Engineering Technology Seminar | 1 |
| General Education: 1 course | ||
| Fifth Term | ||
| EET?241 | Advanced Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems | 4 |
| EET?256A or EET?280A |
EET Capstone Project 1 or Cooperative Education: Electronics Engineering Technology |
2 |
| General Education: 3 courses | ||
| Sixth Term | ||
| CIS?189 | Wireless Security | 4 |
| CIS?278A | Cisco 1: Introduction to Networks | 4 |
| EET?223 | RF Communications Circuits | 5 |
| EET?256B or EET?280A |
EET Capstone Project 2 or Cooperative Education: Electronics Engineering Technology |
2 |
| ? | Total Credits | 98 |
- 1
OSHA industrial safety training can be substituted
- Z
This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. The following courses are equivalent:
MTH 111 and MTH 111Z
Transferable credits
The EET program and all its options have partial transferability into the BS EET program of Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) and other BS EET programs. See how credits transfer to OIT. If you have any questions related to this agreement please contact the EET Department Chair Sanda Williams or eet-advising-group@pcc.edu.
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