AA/AS in Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians

This associate degree prepares computer engineering technicians for the design, fabrication and upkeep of digital systems. Students study circuit analysis, digital design, programming in several languages, microcontroller interfacing and computer networks. The program holds ABET accreditation. Required courses are arranged in a recommended semester-by-semester sequence in the college catalog. The curriculum pairs major courses with general education requirements and is aimed at moving graduates into the workforce. Students take a mix of technical subjects and shared core classes, which gives them both job-specific knowledge and the communication and reasoning skills employers expect. Southwest Tennessee Community College offers this degree in the Memphis area, and the academic catalog lists each course so students can plan their schedule with an advisor. Prospective students can review requirements and sequencing there before applying.