The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology at Youngstown State University prepares students for applied engineering careers supporting the design, development, testing, and implementation of electrical and electronic systems. This degree combines technical coursework with laboratory experience, preparing graduates for roles across industry, utilities, manufacturing, automation, and related technology fields.
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree are prepared to assist in the design and testing of electrical systems and may function independently in some areas of applied electrical engineering work. Program educational objectives were developed by faculty and the industrial advisory committee to support the School of Engineering Technology’s mission and align with the needs of employers in the electrical and technology sectors.
Students build a strong foundation in electrical and electronic theory applied to real-world systems through coursework in circuits, electronics, power systems, digital logic, instrumentation, control systems, and programmable controllers. They gain hands-on experience solving technical problems, performing laboratory tests, and interpreting results using professional tools. The program also incorporates YSU’s university-wide learning outcomes to develop critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, ethical judgment, and effective communication skills.
Students who complete the curriculum will be able to:
Apply electrical circuit and electronics principles to analyze and troubleshoot electrical systems.
Use instrumentation and measurement tools to gather and interpret data.
Design and implement control systems using programmable logic controllers and automation methods.
Communicate technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.
Integrate engineering technology knowledge with scientific and mathematical reasoning.
The curriculum blends technical training with foundational engineering and general education courses. Coursework includes studies in:
Circuit analysis and laboratory
Electronics and digital systems
AC power systems and three-phase circuits
Instrumentation and measurements
Control systems and automation
Applied technical design and problem-solving
Students also complete general education courses to ensure broad competencies in communication, reasoning, and scientific literacy.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology go on to careers in technical, engineering support, and technology roles. Typical positions include electrical engineering technologist, controls technician, automation specialist, field service technologist, power systems technician, instrumentation technologist, and industrial systems tester.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians (SOC 17-3023) apply electrical and electronic theory to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, systems, and equipment. Median annual wages for this group were about $77,180 in May 2024. Employment is projected to grow by about 1% from 2024 to 2034, with an average of approximately 8,400 openings per year, primarily driven by replacements as workers retire or change occupations.
Some graduates may work alongside electrical engineers, who typically need a bachelor’s degree and command higher median wages — for example, electrical engineers had a median annual wage of about $117,680 in May 2024.
Lab work is central to the electrical engineering technology experience. Students work with real equipment and tools used in industry to test and analyze electrical systems. Projects emphasize practical problem solving, system design, calibration, and system performance evaluation.
Internship and cooperative education opportunities may be available through industry partnerships, allowing students to gain professional experience and build networks before graduation.
This bachelor’s degree is delivered on campus and includes a structured sequence of technical and general education coursework. Students can begin the program as freshmen or build upon prior electrical engineering technology training. Academic advisors support students in planning and progressing through the degree requirements.
If you enjoy applied electrical systems, problem-solving, and hands-on technical work, the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology provides a pathway to rewarding engineering and technology careers. Explore how this degree can prepare you for roles in manufacturing, automation, utilities, and beyond.
Speak to a Faculty Member
Jason Zapka
Associate Professor, BSAS in Electrical Engineering Technology
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Electrical Engineering Technology.
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