Computer Electronics and Graphics Technology

Faculty

K. C. Tracey, Chair; O. Odesina, D. Zanella (Dept. phone: 860-832-1830; fax: 860-832-1806; website: www.technology.ccsu.edu)

Department Overview

The Department of Computer Electronics and Graphics Technology offers the following undergraduate BS degree and graduate MS degree programs:

• BS in electronics technology
• BS in computer engineering technology
• BS in industrial technology with specializations in
  • graphics technology
  • networking technology
• MS in computer information technology (see the Graduate Catalog for more information)

The mission of the Department of Computer Electronics and Graphics Technology is to provide educational opportunities in computer engineering, electronics, graphics, networking, and interrelated technological and managerial disciplines. We prepare students to meet dynamic technological challenges as leaders and members of technical design, engineering, and management teams. The programs respond to an increasing industry demand for highly qualified personnel who have a combination of technical and managerial skills. Therefore, this study includes a comprehensive knowledge of industrial processes and applied technologies, in addition to a background in general education. Providing a broad range of educational and career enhancement opportunities, the department prepares graduates for careers in rapidly changing technical fields.

Plans of Study

Students interested in technology programs may attend Central Connecticut State University full- or part-time. Part-time study permits a student to keep a full-time day job and enroll in courses in the late afternoon or evening. Full-time students may complete the programs in four years.

Programs

Major in Electronics Technology, BS (122 credits)

Advisor: D. Zanella (860-832-1841)

Accredited by NAIT

This degree prepares students to work as a member of an engineering team in applied design, product development, manufacturing, maintenance, or technical support/sales services in the electrical and electronic industries, which include telecommunications, control systems, manufacturing of electromechanical devices and computer services. There is a graduation requirement of a capstone assessment during a student's final year of study.

Core Requirements (24 credits)

Specialization Requirements (30 credits)

Directed Electives (8 credits)

Chosen with an advisor.

General Education Requirements (44-46 credits)

Note: A minor is not required for this major.

Major in Computer Engineering Technology, BS (124 credits)

The BS in computer engineering technology (CET) was granted licensure in November 2004. The CET degree responds to the fact that computers and networks have been two of the leading technologies driving engineering job markets. As with many of the programs in the School of Technology, students explore hardware and software in a hands-on dedicated networking laboratory. Students will use computational methods, computers, and modern technical tools in engineering practice, in addition to learning about state-of-the-art technology in the areas of wired and wireless network communication, engineering design, advanced PC operating systems, internet technology, and computer programming.

As students gain knowledge of hardware and engineering processes and prepare to take industry-based certification exams, they can look forward to well-paying careers. Some will become systems administrators, network administrators, system designers, quality control engineers, and software developers. Others may find positions as information technologists, lab technicians, system maintenance experts, system testers, and help desk operators. There is a graduation requirement of a capstone assessment during a student's final year of study.

Core Requirements (27 credits)

Specialization Requirements (42 credits)

Directed Electives (8 credits)

Suggested directed electives. Other courses may be selected in consultation with an advisor.

General Education Requirements (44-46 credits)

Computer engineering technology majors are required to complete the following courses as part of their general education for all baccalaureate degree programs:

Major in Industrial Technology, BS (122 credits)

Accredited by NAIT

Technology majors, regardless of the program selected, are required to complete a common core of 24 credits in technical and management courses as part of their program. The core courses and general education requirements for this degree are the same as those listed in the electronics technology major on this page. There is a graduation requirement of a capstone assessment during a student's final year of study.

Specialization in Graphics Technology

Advisors: O. Odesina (860-832-1833) and K. Tracey (860-832-1842)

The graphics technology program prepares students for the field of graphic arts and printing technology, which transfers ink to paper and other substrates to make catalogs, brochures, broadsides, packaging, labels, magazines, signage, newspapers, and many other printed items. Students learn to work with as a design team on communications to be printed or manipulated digitally. The program offers a broad background of experiences and knowledge. Techniques covered include: flexography, photography, direct-to-press, digital imaging, offset lithography, sign making, color manipulation, typography, die-cutting, package design, electronic file manipulation, repurposing for web-page applications including virtual reality, 2D and 3D animation.

Specialization Requirements (31 credits)

Directed Electives (9 credits)                                                            

Selected in consultation with advisor

Specialization in Networking Technology

Advisor: K. Tracey (860-832-1842)

The networking technology specialization prepares individuals to enter into the evolving world of information technology, dealing with computer hardware and software, as well as the peripheral devices closely associated with computer-based systems. The curriculum focuses on local and wide area network design, administration, and internet technologies. Analytically based mathematics, computer science, electronics, and business courses round out the program.

Specialization Requirements (28 credits)

Directed Electives (11 credits)

Selected in consultation with advisor

Note: A minor is not required for this major.

Minor in Networking Technology (18 credits)