# Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

**Institution:** ECPI University

**College:** Technology

**Sub-Program:** Engineering Technology

**Degree:** Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

**Canonical URL:** https://www.ecpi.edu/programs/electronic-systems-engineering-technology-bachelors-degree

**Last Updated:** 2026-10-01T16:33:43+00:00

## Electronic Systems Engineering Technology Degree Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (ESET) degree program is accredited by ETAC of ABET, ensuring it meets globally recognized standards of quality and rigor in engineering technology education.

If you’ve ever wondered how robots “know” what to do, how factory lines stay synchronized, or how a device senses, decides, and responds—this program is about learning the real-world electronics behind those systems. You’ll start with fundamentals like circuits and programming, then move into digital systems, instrumentation, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), embedded systems, and automation—ending with a senior project where you design and demonstrate a solution to an engineering problem.

*A hands-on and applied program built for people who want usable skills, not just theory.*

Plus, you can complete this degree program in as few as 2.5 years, preparing you to make an impact in the field sooner.

- **124 Total Credits** — 2.5 Year Bachelor's Degree
- **5 Week Terms** — 2 Courses Per Term
- **Through the ETAC** — ABET Accredited Program
- **Transfer Credits** — Up to 93 Credits

### What You’ll Learn

Expect a balanced mix of “how it works” and “how to build/troubleshoot it,” including:

- **Analog & digital electronics fundamentals**
- **Programming for engineering applications**
- **Instrumentation and measurement - how you test and verify systems**
- **Embedded/control systems and applied automation concepts**

### Possible Career Paths

Graduates of this program pursue many different career paths. Some of the most common are:

- **Electrical Engineer**
    Electrical Engineers design and maintain electrical systems that power buildings, equipment, and modern technologies. They create schematics, analyze performance, and ensure systems operate safely and efficiently.
- **Project Engineer**
    Project Engineers coordinate technical teams and project timelines to keep engineering initiatives on track. They manage resources, solve technical issues, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and quality goals.
- **Systems Engineer**
    Systems Engineers design and oversee complex systems by integrating hardware, software, and processes. They define requirements, manage risks, and ensure all components work together reliably and at scale.

## Program Structure and Learning Formats

### Flexible Learning Environments

- **Campus**: Our campuses provide an immersive classroom setting, interacting directly with professors and classmates in real-time. Benefit from face-to-face discussions, hands-on labs, and the immediate support of instructors.
- **Online**: Flexible and convenient, online learning allows you to study on your own time, from anywhere. Access lectures, lab simulations, and course materials online, collaborating with classmates through virtual forums and discussions.
- **Hybrid**: To enhance flexibility, many campus courses are delivered via synchronous hybrid format, where students engage in both online learning activities and real-time interactions with instructors and classmates.

### Locations

- [Virginia Beach, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/virginia-beach-va)
- [Newport News, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/newport-news-va)

## Electronic Systems Engineering Technology Curriculum

Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

### Featured Courses

- **Circuit Analysis** — ESET310
    Students will learn about electrical circuits' analysis using circuit theorems such as superposition, node-voltage, and mesh current.
- **Programmable Controllers and Robotics** — EET331
    Students are introduced to industrial control and statistical process control concepts. Sensor applications and Hands-on applications in programming and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controllers are emphasized.

### Program Requirements

To receive the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, students must earn 124 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 8 semesters, which is equivalent to 30 months or 120 weeks of instruction. The program requirements are as follows:

#### Core Courses
52 semester credit hours

**Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:**

#### ELECTRICITY

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET110](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET110 "View EET110") | [Electric Circuits I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET110 "View EET110") | 3 |
| [ESET111](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET111 "View ESET111") | [Electric Circuits II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET111 "View ESET111") | 3 |
| [ESET111L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET111L "View ESET111L") | [Electric Circuits II Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET111L "View ESET111L") | 1 |
| [ESET310](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET310 "View ESET310") | [Circuit Analysis](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET310 "View ESET310") | 3 |

AND

#### ANALOG ELECTRONICS

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET120 "View EET120") | [Semiconductor Devices](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET120 "View EET120") | 3 |
| [EET121](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET121 "View EET121") | [Electronic Systems Applications](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET121 "View EET121") | 3 |
| [EET220](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET220 "View EET220") | [Industrial Applications](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET220 "View EET220") | 3 |
| [EET221L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET221L "View EET221L") | [Instrumentation and Measurement Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET221L "View EET221L") | 1 |

AND

#### DIGITAL ELECTRONICS

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET130](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET130 "View EET130") | [Digital Systems I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET130 "View EET130") | 3 |
| [EET230](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET230 "View EET230") | [Digital Systems II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET230 "View EET230") | 3 |
| [EET230L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET230L "View EET230L") | [Digital Systems Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET230L "View EET230L") | 1 |

AND

#### NETWORKING

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CST160](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST160 "View CST160") | [Introduction to Networking](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST160 "View CST160") | 3 |

AND

#### PROGRAMMING

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [SDC100](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/SDC100 "View SDC100") | [Introduction to Programming](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/SDC100 "View SDC100") | 3 |
| [EET207](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET207 "View EET207") | [Applied Engineering Programming](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET207 "View EET207") | 3 |

AND

#### CONTROL SYSTEMS

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET231](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET231 "View EET231") | [Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET231 "View EET231") | 3 |
| [EET231L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET231L "View EET231L") | [Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET231L "View EET231L") | 1 |
| [EET331](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET331 "View EET331") | [Programmable Controllers and Robotics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET331 "View EET331") | 3 |
| [EET331L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET331L "View EET331L") | [Programmable Controllers and Robotics Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET331L "View EET331L") | 1 |

AND

#### SENIOR PROJECT

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET411](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET411 "View EET411") | [Senior Project](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET411 "View EET411") | 3 |
| [EET411L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET411L "View EET411L") | [Senior Project Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET411L "View EET411L") | 1 |

AND

#### EMBEDDED AND DRIVE SYSTEMS

**Earn at least 4 credits from the following:**

**Choose one lecture course and corresponding lab.**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET390](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET390 "View EET390") | [Motor Drives](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET390 "View EET390") | 3 |
| [EET390L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET390L "View EET390L") | [Motor Drives Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET390L "View EET390L") | 1 |
| [EET430](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET430 "View EET430") | [Microcontrollers](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET430 "View EET430") | 3 |
| [EET430L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET430L "View EET430L") | [Microcontrollers Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET430L "View EET430L") | 1 |

#### Arts and Sciences Courses\*
37 semester credit hours

**Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:**

**\*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts & Sciences Department page.**

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CAP480](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CAP480 "View CAP480") | [Arts and Sciences Capstone](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CAP480 "View CAP480") | 3 |
| [COM115](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COM115 "View COM115") | [Principles of Communication](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COM115 "View COM115") | 3 |
| [ENG110](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG110 "View ENG110") | [College Composition](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG110 "View ENG110") | 3 |
| [ENG120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG120 "View ENG120") | [Advanced Composition](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG120 "View ENG120") | 3 |
| [HUM205](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/HUM205 "View HUM205") | [Culture, Thought, and the Human Experience](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/HUM205 "View HUM205") | 3 |
| [MTH131](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH131 "View MTH131") | [College Algebra](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH131 "View MTH131") | 3 |
| [MTH200](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH200 "View MTH200") | [Pre-calculus](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH200 "View MTH200") | 3 |
| [MTH220](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH220 "View MTH220") | [Applied Calculus I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH220 "View MTH220") | 3 |
| [MTH320](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH320 "View MTH320") | [Applied Calculus II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH320 "View MTH320") | 3 |
| [PHY120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120 "View PHY120") | [Physics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120 "View PHY120") | 3 |
| [PHY120L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120L "View PHY120L") | [Physics Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120L "View PHY120L") | 1 |

AND

#### Choose two of the following courses.

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [ECO201](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ECO201 "View ECO201") | [Macroeconomics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ECO201 "View ECO201") | 3 |
| [ECO202](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ECO202 "View ECO202") | [Microeconomics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ECO202 "View ECO202") | 3 |
| [PSY105](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY105 "View PSY105") | [Introduction to Psychology](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY105 "View PSY105") | 3 |
| [PSY225](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY225 "View PSY225") | [Industrial/Organizational Psychology](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY225 "View PSY225") | 3 |

#### Self-Integration Courses
10 semester credit hours

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [COR191](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COR191 "View COR191") | [Career Orientation](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COR191 "View COR191") | 1 |
| [CST120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST120 "View CST120") | [Computer Configuration I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST120 "View CST120") | 3 |
| [ET102](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ET102 "View ET102") | [Engineering Math and Software Applications](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ET102 "View ET102") | 3 |
| [FOR110](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/FOR110 "View FOR110") | [Essentials for Success](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/FOR110 "View FOR110") | 3 |

#### Electronic Systems Concentration Courses
16 semester credit hours

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET320](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET320 "View EET320") | [Semiconductor Processing](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET320 "View EET320") | 3 |
| [EET333](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET333 "View EET333") | [Robotics Programming and Machine Learning](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET333 "View EET333") | 3 |
| [EET333L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET333L "View EET333L") | [Robotics Programming and Machine Learning Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET333L "View EET333L") | 1 |
| [EET380](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET380 "View EET380") | [Digital Communications I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET380 "View EET380") | 3 |
| [ESET280](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET280 "View ESET280") | [Introduction to Communication Systems](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ESET280 "View ESET280") | 3 |
| [CYB200](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB200 "View CYB200") | [Network Protocols and Services](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB200 "View CYB200") | 3 |

#### Elective Courses
9 semester credit hours

**Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:**

#### BUSINESS

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [BUS102](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS102 "View BUS102") | [Fundamentals of Customer Service](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS102 "View BUS102") | 3 |
| [BUS121](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS121 "View BUS121") | [Introduction to Business](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS121 "View BUS121") | 3 |
| [BUS242](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS242 "View BUS242") | [Emerging Technologies and World of AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS242 "View BUS242") | 3 |
| [BUS328](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328 "View BUS328") | [Business Process Improvement](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328 "View BUS328") | 3 |
| [BUS328L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328L "View BUS328L") | [Business Process Improvement LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328L "View BUS328L") | 1 |
| [PMT472](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472 "View PMT472") | [Applied Project Management](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472 "View PMT472") | 3 |
| [PMT472L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472L "View PMT472L") | [Applied Project Management Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472L "View PMT472L") | 1 |

OR

#### ELECTRONICS

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET233](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET233 "View EET233") | [Robotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM)](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET233 "View EET233") | 3 |
| [EET233L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET233L "View EET233L") | [Robotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM) Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET233L "View EET233L") | 1 |
| [EET301](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET301 "View EET301") | [Special Topics in Engineering Technology](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET301 "View EET301") | 3 |
| [EET350](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET350 "View EET350") | [Overview of Electronic Security Devices](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET350 "View EET350") | 3 |
| [EET352](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET352 "View EET352") | [Engineering Economics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET352 "View EET352") | 3 |

OR

#### INFORMATION SYSTEMS

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CST140](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST140 "View CST140") | [Introduction to Operating Systems](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST140 "View CST140") | 3 |
| [CYB120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120 "View CYB120") | [Introduction to Python Programming](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120 "View CYB120") | 3 |
| [CYB120L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120L "View CYB120L") | [Introduction to Python Programming LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120L "View CYB120L") | 1 |

OR

#### MECHANICAL

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [MET114](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET114 "View MET114") | [Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD and T)](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET114 "View MET114") | 3 |
| [MET213](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET213 "View MET213") | [Advanced 3D Modeling](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET213 "View MET213") | 3 |
| [MET221](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET221 "View MET221") | [Manufacturing Processes](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET221 "View MET221") | 3 |
| [MET223](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET223 "View MET223") | [Applied Machine Tools](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET223 "View MET223") | 3 |
| [MET224](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET224 "View MET224") | [CNC Machines Operation](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET224 "View MET224") | 3 |
| [MET230L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET230L "View MET230L") | [Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET230L "View MET230L") | 1 |
| [MET311](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET311 "View MET311") | [Mechanisms](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET311 "View MET311") | 3 |
| [MET313](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET313 "View MET313") | [Applied Strength of Materials](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET313 "View MET313") | 3 |
| [MET330](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET330 "View MET330") | [Applied Fluid Mechanics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET330 "View MET330") | 3 |
| [MET330L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET330L "View MET330L") | [Applied Fluid Mechanics Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MET330L "View MET330L") | 1 |

OR

#### EXTERNSHIP

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [EET302](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET302 "View EET302") | [Externship-EET Sr. III](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET302 "View EET302") | 3 |
| [EET306](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET306 "View EET306") | [Externship-EET Sr. I-a](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET306 "View EET306") | 1 |
| [EET307](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET307 "View EET307") | [Externship-EET Sr. I-b](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET307 "View EET307") | 1 |
| [EET308](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET308 "View EET308") | [Externship-EET Sr. I-c](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET308 "View EET308") | 1 |
| [EET309](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET309 "View EET309") | [Externship-EET Sr. II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/EET309 "View EET309") | 2 |

## Certifications

ECPI University understands the power of certifications in today's dynamic technology field, and we believe enhancing your marketability is crucial.

To support your journey, ECPI offers discounted vouchers that significantly reduce the cost of certification exams for Fiber Optics Installer (FOI), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT), A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, and Security+ Certification.

- **ETA International** — CETa: DC Basics (EM1)
    The CETa: DC Basics (EM1) demonstrates a foundational understanding of the basics of electricity and electronic theory focused on Direct Current (DC).
- **ETA International** — CETa: AC Basics (EM2)
    The CETa: AC Basics (EM2) builds on EM1 and introduces Alternating Current (AC) concepts.
- **ETA International** — CETa: Analog Basics (EM3)
    The CETa: Analog Basics (EM3) focuses on analog electronics and assesses comprehension on concepts and components such as; resistors, capacitors, diodes, and transistors in circuits.
- **ETA International** — CETa: Digital Basics (EM4)
    The CETa: Digital Basics (EM4) focuses on digital electronics and assesses comprehension on concepts and components such as; logic gates, binary systems, and microprocessor basics.
- **ETA International** — CETa: Comprehensive (EM5)
    The CETa: Comprehensive (EM5) serves as a comprehensive and final assessment of all prior modules (DC, AC, Analog, and Digital). It tests overall electronic knowledge and skills.

## Accreditation

ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees.

Full accreditation details: [ECPI University Accreditation](https://www.ecpi.edu/accreditation).

## Programmatic Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology at the Virginia Beach and Newport News, VA campuses and Online is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of [ABET](https://www.abet.org/), under the General Criteria and the Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology.