Electronic Engineering Technology Degree Program
Curriculum for students entering program in 2008-09.
Specific Admission Requirements
The Electrical Engineering Technology Program at NHTI, Concord's Community College has graduated successful students since 1965. Great reasons to choose the EET program include:
- Earn an Associate in Science in Engineering Technology with a major Electronic Engineering Technology in Degree in only two years
- Exciting job opportunities for graduates or transfer your credits to a four year institution
- Day and evening classes
- Hands on laboratory experience
- Small classes
- TAC/ABET* Accreditation
- Extraordinary value in education
The EET program provides an opportunity for students to develop the necessary engineering technology skills through theoretical and practical application.
Theory presented in lecture is reinforced through application in the laboratory. Fundamental concepts and skills are emphasized, providing a base of knowledge that allows students to advance to specialized areas in the diverse and rapidly changing world of electronic engineering technology.
Mission Statement
The Department of Electronic & Computer Engineering Technology is committed to providing a broad base quality education and experience in the area of electronic and computer engineering technologies. The department shall guide the students in achieving their full potentials personally and professionally and contribute on a continuous basis towards the growing needs of the community.
Department Goals:
- to produce competent Electronic & Computer Engineering Technologists for the New Hampshire industry
- to achieve the highest possible quality of education in all programs, options and certifications
- to improve, maintain, and support a modern student-learning environment.
- to engage in a partnership role with industries and other institutions in the region.
We make sure that our class room instruction meets the needs of our students and attracts student interest. As a department we are aware of the fact that no longer can we engage in a mode of teaching which may result in half of our class performing below the average.
Thus our faculty is engaged in going beyond the formal class room instructions, we are empowering the students so that they are actively engaged in the process of learning. We, as role models, are involved in creating a culture of high standards and giving a new meaning to learning, that of life long learning.
Complete a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology
through new Dual Admission Program with UNH-Manchester
In July of 2002, NHTI and UNH-Manchester signed a "Dual Admission Agreement" enabling students interested in preparing for careers in the growing fields of computer, mechanical, manufacturing, and electronic and Broadband communication networking technology to be admitted jointly to both NHTI and UNH-Manchester. After earning requirements an associate degree at NHTI in one of these majors, students will automatically begin studies for their baccalaureate degree at UNH-Manchester without having to complete a separate application. The dual admission process also allows for faculty and advisors at both institutions to work with the students throughout their college experience, making the transition from NHTI to UNH-Manchester a seamless process.
More information on the "2 plus 2" Educational Path to Bachelor’s Degree Technology Fields.
For more information, contact NHTI Admissions Office at or (603) 271-7134, or UNH-Manchester Admissions, (603) 641-4150 or view the informational brochure (PDF or Printed Copy).
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Microcontrollers:
Microcontrollers (MCUs) are used in countless commercial applications as well as by hobbyists. Some applications include automotive and environmental control systems, robotics, appliances, automatic cameras, cell phones, and entertainment systems.Students in the CPET and EET programs at NHTI are required to purchase their own full development microprocessor system and use it to program, interface, and implement embedded systems using the 68HC11 microprocessor/microcontroller.
Motorola's S68HC11EVBU Universal Evaluation Board is used to develop an understanding of microcontroller concepts and applications. Software and hardware applications with Motorola's 68HC11 Assembly language and 68HC11 MCU are emphasized in developing microcontroller systems and embedded microsystems. Students will use fundamental programming skills, development and documentation to implement real-time control software support for systems development. Hardware interfacing and MCU subsystems are used in data acquisition and real-time control applications.
Topics covered include:
- Introduction to S68HC11EVBU package and documentation
- Architecture: registers, memory, buses and subsystems
- Modes of operation
- Programmers model: registers and status flags
- Addressing modes instruction set
- Programming structure and documentation
- The cross assembler and BUFFALO monitor
- Linear programming, branching and looping
- Ordered lists and lookup tables (LUTs)
- The stack, subroutines, interrupts and resets
- BUFFALO monitor input/output (I/O) routines
- Parallel I/O: simple I/O, polling and handshaking
- Serial communications: protocols and interfacing
- Programmable timer operations
- Analog to digital subsystem
- Data Acquisition
- Digital Signal processing
Analog/Digital Electronics:
Mastering the basics of electronics requires proficiency in both digital and analog electronics. Our well-balanced curriculum contains plenty of both.All digital electronics, from the simplest calculator to the most complex computers and digital communications systems, are built on the fundamental digital theories taught in our classes. Although many courses explain and implement basic gates and logic functions, EL226 (Digital Electronics) includes minimization theory, simple state machine design, programmable logic and interfacing of digital to the rest of the electronics world.
Analog electronics is the core of all electronics. Although digital applications have overtaken some traditional analog applications, such as digital telephones and CD players, the underlying analog principles remain. The core analog courses in our curriculum are EL110 and EL210 (Electronics I and II).
Electronics I introduces basic analysis techniques and most of the basic electronics devices including various types of diodes, transistors and operational amplifiers. Electronics II advances to more complex applications such as active filters and sensor interfacing. Non-ideal characteristics of linear devices, including offset, gain and linearity errors, are examined. Other electronic devices such as triacs and optoisolators are also introduced.
Design Project:
The EET program culminates in a senior design project unique to the two year associate degree program at NHTI. The design process includes the specification, development, implementation and testing of curriculum related projects. Students are required to submit a project definition, maintain accurate records of time expended, document work using logbooks, and submit periodic progress reports throughout the design process. On completion of the design process, students will submit technical write-ups and give a formal presentation of the project.Continuing Education:
Graduates of the EET program are routinely successful in securing jobs in their chosen field and/or continuing their education toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Engineering Technology (BSET) or Electrical Engineering (BSEE). Most students graduating from the EET program continue their program of study at 4-year institutions, such as the University of New Hampshire, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Rochester Institute of Technology, Northeastern University and The University of Massachusetts - Lowell. Students enter TAC/ABET accredited Engineering Technology programs at universities as juniors with two years of credit for studies satisfactorily completed in the EET program at NHTI. Some students elect to complete their studies in Electrical Engineering degree programs typically requiring more than two years of study. Those graduates who choose to enter the workplace are usually encouraged to continue their education part-time, subsidized by the employer.Back to top
Meet the Faculty
Sterling Hough, Department Head Computer Engineering Technology and Electronic Engineering Technology
Professor Hough earned an Associate of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) from NHTI in 1973 followed by a Bachelor of Science in EET from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell and a Master of Science in Computer Engineering also from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. After almost 30 years with AT&T Bell Labs and Lucent Technologies developing telecommunication products, Professor Hough joined the NHTI faculty in 2001 in the EET/CPET department and became department head of the CPET/EET departments in 2005.
Lynn Darnell, Professor EET/CPET
Professor Lynn Darnell has ten years experience in the field and has taught in the EET/CPET program at NHTI for over twenty years. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Ocean Engineering. You are most likely to encounter Professor Darnell in the Digital Electronics courses (EL115 or EL/CP215) or in Linear Electronics courses (EL110 & EL210)
William French, Associate Professor EET/CPET
Associate Professor William French has 30 years' experience as an engineer,
product manager and engineering manager in the telecommunications and
computer industries, prior to joining NHTI as an Adjunct Professor in 2003.
He has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Master of
Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire.
Professor French teaches Embedded Microprocessors (EL144), Advanced Topics
in Electronics (EL251) , Senior Design Project ( EL305 & EL306) as well as
analog and digital electronics courses.
Harold Hart, Technician
Prior to joining NHTI in 1999, Harold worked for Northern Telecom and Tau-Tron, a division of General Signal, as hardware design engineer and an applications engineer.
He holds an Electronic Engineering Degree from NHTI and a Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree from the University of New Hampshire.
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What our Graduates say about the EET Program
Richard LaPlante
Sr. Project Manager
Dumont Associates
NHTI Class of 1993
"My time at NHTI was the most rewarding and self-fulfilling of my life. After earning a CPET degree, I went on to receive my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. However, 90% of what I use everyday in my job I learned at NHTI. I am not speaking strictly of the factual knowledge I gained but also of the analytical skills to overcome everyday technical challenges. The faculty works hard to stay current and deliver to each graduate a skill set that is state-of-the-art. I have stayed involved as a member of the CPET/EET Joint Advisory Committee and have witnessed how dedicated the faculty and staff are to fulfilling the school mission statement. I would highly recommend that anyone, at any age, who is interested in computer technology take advantage of this excellent resource. I enthusiastically say that as a final educational step to a career or as a stepping stone to further education there is no better return on your educational investment of time and money than at NHTI in the CPET program."
Christine Graham
Systems Engineer
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc.
"My education at NHTI has continually helped me to advance in my career. The depth of hands-on technical training far surpassed even what I received while getting my bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering. I have found that I am more comfortable going in to a lab environment and diving into a problem hands-on. I credit this level of confidence to the staff at NHTI. They not only taught me the textbooks, but also taught me how to be confident in using what I have learned. The best engineer knows when to say, 'I don't know' and then, can go get the answer."
Rodney Anderson
NHTI Class of 2000
EET
Rodney Anderson, honors graduate from NHTI’s Electrical Engineering Technology program in 2000, is currently completing a Bachelor’s degree at UNH.
“The curriculum is designed to give you a working knowledge of electronics right from the first semester…unlike at other schools where you may not see a circuits class until the second year. Best of all NHTI is half the price of [other schools].”
Daniel S. Brogan
NHTI Class of 1999
AET & EET
"I think that the combination of real world applications and text book learning in the EET program at NHTI creates a comprehensive learning environment. The background that I received there has certainly helped me in both my employment as a technician and engineer at Melexis of Concord, NH and in my ongoing education at the University of New Hampshire. I received my Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree from UNH in December 2001, and am currently enrolled in the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering program. I feel that the EET program at NHTI provides a strong background for whatever direction you chose to take in the area of engineering when you graduate."
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Electronic Engineering Technology Curriculum
Curriculum for students entering program in 2005-2006
CL - Numbers in the CL column below designate the number of lecture/classroom hours per week for the course
LAB - Numbers in the LAB column below designate the number of simulation laboratory, laboratory or clinical
hours per week for the course
CR - Numbers in the CR column below designate the number of credit hours for the course
| Course Number | Course Title | CL | LAB | CR | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST YEAR | ||||||
| Fall Semester | ||||||
| # | CP 107 | Introduction to Programming with C++ | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| # | EL 101 | Electric Circuits | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| # | EL 115 | Digital Fundamentals | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| EN 101 | English Composition | 4 | 0 | 4 | MT 133 | Elementary Functions | 4 | 0 | 4 | 18 |
| Spring Semester | ||||||
| # | EL 102 | Circuit Analysis | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| # | EL 110 | Electronics I | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| EN 125 | Communication and the Literature of Science and Technology | 3 | 0 | 3 | MT 134 | Pre-Calculus | 4 | 0 | 4 | PH 133 | Physics I: Mechanics, Heat | 3 | 2 | 4 | 19 |
| SECOND YEAR | ||||||
| Fall Semester | ||||||
| # | EL 144 | Embedded Microsystems | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| # | EL 210 | Electronics II | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| # | EL 305 | Design Project Preparation | 1 | 5 | 3 | |
| MT 205 | Calculus I | 4 | 0 | 4 | ||
| PH 135 | Physics II: Light, Sound, Electricity | 3 | 2 | 4 | ||
| 18 | ||||||
| Spring Semester | ||||||
| # | EL 215 | Advanced Digital Electronics | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| # | EL 251 | Advanced Topics in Electronics and/or | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| MT 206 | Calculus II | 4 | 0 | 4 | ||
| # | EL 306 | Senior Design Project | 2 | 5 | 4 | |
| XX xxx | Humanities/Fine Arts/Foreign Language Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| XX xxx | Social Science Elective* | 3-4 | 0 | 3-4 | ||
| 18-23 | ||||||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 73-78 | |||||
# Indicates major field courses.
* Any course with a prefix of AN, EO, HI, PS, PY or SO (except HI 104 and HI 105).
**EN 101 could be taken in Fall Semester of second year (3 yr. option)
A 3-year version of this program is available. Contact the Department Head for details.
Please Note: MT 206 is an additional calculus course recommended for those students planning to further their education.
Revised May 30, 2008