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Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Technology

Associate of Applied Science
Mountain Gateway Community College

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This Electrical and Instrumentation Technology Technology degree trains students for manufacturing jobs. Students learn to install, maintain, troubleshoot and/or repair complex systems. Students also learn industrial electricity and instrumentation technology. Four areas make up this program: general education, technical core, content area courses and work-based learning. This degree would benefit individuals seeking employment, apprentices, incumbent workers and those who wish to advance.

Outcomes

This degree prepares students for entry into a range of electrical and instrumentation careers.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The Electrical and Instrumentation Technology program provides you with the skills needed for a career in electrical trades. 
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Mountain Gateway Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
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Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Technology
61
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Technology
61
Electrical & Instrumentation Course Requirements 2021 - 2022
61
ELE Requirements Electrical & Instrumentation
20
ELE Requirements E&I
20
Earn 20 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
INS Requirements Electrical & Instrumentation
9
INS Requirements E&I
9
Earn 9 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
DRF 201 Requirement
3
DRF 201 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
IND 243 Requirement
3
IND 243 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Math Elective E&I
3
Math Elective E&I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ITE 152 Requirement
3
ITE 152 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 100 Requirement
1
SDV 100 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
E & I Elective Requirement - 3 cr
3
E & I Elective Req - 3 cr
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
General Education Elective Requirement - 3 cr
3
Gen Ed Elective Req - 3 cr
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HUM EEE Requirement - 3 CR
3
HUM EEE Requirement - 3 CR
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SSC EEE Requirement - 3 CR
3
SSC EEE Requirement - 3 CR
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ETR 141 Requirement
3
ETR 141 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SAF 130 Requirement
1
SAF 130 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
GPA Requirement Electrical & Instrumentation Technology AAS
61
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion We award SDV 100 credit for prior learning for transfer students who have completed an Associate degree or higher.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Mountain Gateway Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? MGCC provides a great start with small class sizes, personal service, and innovative programs with competetive prices.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Year of admission
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions None required
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Electronics Technology with a Specialization in Computer TechAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Instrumentation and Control Automation TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics Technology- Electronics Engineering SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Industrial Electronics Technology- Mechanical Engineering SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
49-2094.00Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentRepair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
51-9141.00Semiconductor Processing TechniciansPerform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.Production Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 61 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Technology at Mountain Gateway Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $9,943 $0 $9,943
Fees
Activity Fee $4 Per Credit $244 0 $244
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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