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Electronics Technology

From smartphones to autonomous vehicles, Electronics Technology is at the heart of today’s most exciting innovations and it’s constantly evolving. Earning a degree in Electronics Technology gives you the foundation to launch a career in this dynamic and fast-growing field.

An electronics technician is a tech-savvy problem solver who works behind the scenes to ensure electronic devices and systems function reliably. No prior experience with electronics is required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

This field offers diverse career opportunities across industries from global leaders like Boeing and Micron to innovative local companies right here in our community. Electronics technicians are in demand in areas such as:

  • Advanced manufacturing
  • Engineering and innovation
  • Broadcasting and communications
  • Aviation and aerospace
  • Lasers and photonics

Technicians often install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electronic systems. You’ll learn how to solve real-world challenges independently, or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Electronics Technology is about more than wires and circuits—it’s about making a real impact. Whether you're exploring a new career path or just starting out, this program is designed to support learners from all backgrounds. You’ll gain confidence through hands-on experience, mentorship, and teamwork. And yes, you can, whatever your goal is, we’ll help you get there.

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  1. Apply circuit analysis techniques to troubleshoot and repair electronic systems.
  2. Understand and follow electrical safety protocols and regulations.
  3. Assemble, test and repair electronic components and systems.
  4. Understand fundamental electronic principles, including AC/DC circuits, semiconductors, and digital logic.
  5. Use test equipment such as multimeters, oscilliscopes, and signal generators to diagnose and analyze electronic circuits.
  6. Apply industry standards (such as IEEE, NEC, or IPC) in design and maintenance.

Breaking Ground on Your Pathway


Plan Your Courses

Meet with our counselors to customize this plan just for you. You can also search the quarterly schedule for class days and times.

Placement

Math placement is not required for this program.
English placement is not required for this program.

Dive into the world of cutting-edge electronics, where theory meets hands-on experience to prepare you for a career at the forefront of technology. The Electronics Technology AAS degree is designed for the innovators and troubleshooters of tomorrow. This degree will equip you with the skills to design, analyze, and repair advanced electronic systems used in industries like telecommunications, semiconductor fabrication, aerospace, renewable energy, and smart manufacturing. Through immersive lab experiences, you will work with microcontrollers, digital and analog circuits, and state-of-the-art testing equipment to bring ideas to life. The program emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and industry-relevant certifications, preparing you to step into high-tech careers where you can shape the future of electronics and emerging technologies.
 
This program opens the door to paid internships, one-on-one mentorships with engineers, and pathways to further education including corporate-sponsored programs. With the right experience and drive, this program can even be a steppingstone toward becoming an engineer.
 
Our ideal students are thinkers, tinkerers, and problem-solvers. If you enjoy figuring out how things work, imagining how systems connect, or being part of something bigger than yourself, you’re in the right place.

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Total Program Credits: 105


Program Courses

First Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ELECT211
Digital Concepts  
5
ELECT212
Digital Concepts Lab  
3
ELECT225
Internet of Things   2
4
ELECT226
Internet of Things Lab  
4
Total Credits
 
16

Second Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
APLED121
Applied Written Communication   1
4
ELECT111
Circuit Theory 1  
5
ELECT112
Circuit Theory I Lab  
4
ELECT113
Electronics Math I   3
5
Total Credits
 
18

Third Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ELECT121
Circuit Theory II  
5
ELECT122
Circuit Theory II Lab  
3
ELECT123
Electronics Math II   3
5
Total Credits
 
13

Fourth Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ELECT131
Solid State Devices  
5
ELECT132
Solid State Devices Lab  
3
ELECT233
Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems  
4
ELECT234
Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems Lab  
3
Total Credits
 
15

Fifth Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
APLED125
Employment Preparation   2
3
ELECT215
Linear Devices  
4
ELECT216
Linear Devices Lab  
3
ELECT221
RF Communications  
4
ELECT222
RF Communications Lab  
3
Total Credits
 
17

Sixth Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ELECT235
Photonics I  
4
ELECT236
Photonics I Lab  
3
ELECT237
Emerging Technologies  
4
ELECT238
Emerging Technologies Lab  
2
Total Credits
 
13

Seventh Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ELECT271
Electronics Applications Seminar   4
5
ELECT272
Electronics Applications Capstone Project   4
8
Total Credits
 
13

1 APLED 121 may be substituted by any course or combination of courses approved by the instructional dean. APLED 121 meets WA state communications requirements.
2 APLED 125 and one credit of embedded Humanities instruction (globalization of electronics) in ELECT 225 Internet of Things are structured to meet Humanities requirement.
3 ELECT 113 and ELECT 123 meet the WA State Computational requirement.
4 Courses offered only in summer but maybe taken any summer during the program.

To qualify for an associate in applied science, students must successfully complete seven quarters of study. 

  • A student must pass each of the electronics classes during the first three quarters of the program with a minimum grade of 1.7
  • A student must pass each of the electronics classes during the fourth through seventh quarters with a minimum grade of 2.0
  • A student must pass each required related course with a minimum grade of 2.0

Estimated costs for completing this program

 
WA Resident
Non-Resident
International
Tuition
$ 11,515
$ 14,896
$ 26,326
Books
$ 1,404
$ 1,404
$ 1,404
Course Fees
$ 568
$ 568
$ 568
Institutional Fees
$ 784
$ 784
$ 3,727
Total Costs
$ 14,271
$ 17,652
$ 32,025

Costs for completing a degree or certificate can vary. For more information about costs, visit our How Much Does it Cost? page.

  • Melody Fyre
    Melody Fyre
    Electronics Eng Technician
    B.S., Evergreen State College
    Melody.Fyre@scc.spokane.edu
    509-533-7133
  • Douglas Stewart
    Douglas Stewart
    Electronics Eng Technician
    Vocational, Spokane Community College; B.S., University of Washington
    Douglas.Stewart@scc.spokane.edu
    509-533-7131
  • Susan Williams
    Susan Williams
    Electronics Eng Technician
    A.A.S., Spokane Community College; B.S., M.Ed., Eastern Washington University
    Susan.Williams@scc.spokane.edu
    509-533-7136

Matt McGill, SCC Alum, testing biomedical equipment

"During my time in the Biomedical Equipment Technician program at Spokane Community College, I gained valuable knowledge and hands-on experience that helped prepare me for a career in the healthcare technology field. I enjoyed most of the classes, particularly those that focused on electronics, anatomy, and medical instrumentation. The instructors were very knowledgeable, supportive, and clearly invested in our success. I believe that you get out what you put in. Show up, attend class, ask questions, and be present. Overall, the program laid a strong foundation for my future as a BMET. I am pleased and also a little bummed that the Biomed program is changing into more Biomedical focus and that I won’t get to see it." – Matt McGill, military veteran, and SCC Alum.

Your Pathway to a High-Tech Career

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn by doing—no experience required! You’ll explore the exciting world of electronics through real projects and lab work, including:

  • How electricity works and how to build basic circuits
  • Using tools like multimeters and oscilloscopes to test and troubleshoot
  • Programming small computers like Raspberry Pi® and Arduino®
  • Designing and building your own electronic devices
  • Creating and printing your own circuit boards (PCBs)
  • Working with lasers, sensors, and light-based technologies
  • Building smart systems that respond to the world around them
  • Learning how semiconductors power modern devices—and open doors to careers in tech and manufacturing
  • Earning an industry-recognized soldering certification
  • Collaborating on real-world projects with classmates and mentors

Whether you're into gadgets, coding, or just love solving problems, the Electronics Technology program gives you the skills to launch a career in a high-tech, high-demand field.

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