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Electronics

  • The electronics industry is a fast-growing industry with job opportunities in many fields, including biomedical engineering, informatics and engineering, software engineering, mechatronics and robotics, electronics and micro‐engineering, computer systems engineering, electrical and electronic engineering and information technology, and telecommunications.

    Job duties in the electronics industry are varied. A professional engineer may develop concepts and systems, implement, and manage projects, or design and manage production. An electrical or electronic technician may create and test prototypes, manage and maintain systems, install, test, and maintain various types of electrical equipment.

    Skills and knowledge required for those in the electronics field include science, technology, engineering and math, languages, speaking and presentation skills, imagination, creativity, problem-solving and teamwork skills. The electronics industry offers challenging, interesting, and lifelong careers in a growing industry. The industry also offers excellent salaries and working conditions. Occupations will be generated mostly by replacement. Therefore, competition for employment will be keen.

    Projected growth is between 2% and 9% from 2014‐2024. For example, employment of electrical and electronic engineering technicians is expected to grow 2% from 2014 to 2024, resulting in little or no change for this occupation. Projections for electrical and electronics engineers, with a 4‐year degree, increase to 6% from 2014 to 2024, but is still slower than the average for all occupations (percentiles represent national growth). Those who are the most qualified will have a better chance of being hired. The amount of education and training will become a critical factor in the hiring process. 

    This Pathway is separated into three courses to be taken in succession:

    1. Foundations of Electronics
    2. Advanced AC & DC Circuits
    3. Digital Electronics

    Quizlet Links:

    Foundations of Electronics:  

    Advanced A/C & D/C Circuits:  

    Digital Electronics: