Electronic Systems Technologies
The World Famous DawgZooka!
DawgZooka is remotely-operated-vehicle (ROV) air-cannon and was developed by Electronic Systems Technologies students in the College of Applied Sciences and Arts. DawgZooka was a class project in fall 2004 for professor Martin Hebel's EST-343 course on microcontroller programming and embedded control.
The electronics revolution continues with technological advancements from personal devices to industrial automation. Every year the electronics industry produces products which were once considered things of fantasy. This explosive growth drives an increasing need for technologists with sharp minds, skilled hands and advanced degrees in electronics.
Technical skills are not enough for today’s competitive workforce. While many colleges in the state of Illinois provide a two-year degree in electronics, the EST program is a four year degree providing a strong blend of technical, management, and interpersonal skills important in career advancement.
The Electronic Systems Technologies Specialization in Electronics Management is also offered on six military bases throughout the United States. For more information contact the OCAP office at (618) 536-6609 or go to http://www.siu.edu/~asaocap/electronics.
Why should I enroll at Southern Illinois University Carbondale in the EST program?
- The blend of technical and managerial skills leads to excellent employment opportunities with competitive salaries
- Close ties to industry representatives keep the program current so graduates have the skills employers need
- Career services and courses help you make the transition from school to work.
- Skills are developed for selecting and implementing technology
- The program builds on related two-year associate degree, work experience, and/or military background
- Small class size ensures personalized attention
- Courses offer practical experience in well equipped laboratories
- Faculty have extensive teaching and broad industrial experience
- Internship provides "real world" job experience
How long does it take to get the EST degree?
All students entering the program must earn 120 credit hours that include both University Core Curriculum courses and EST major requirements. A typical course load is 15 credit hours per semester. Students can complete these requirements in four years.
Those students with an AAS in Electronics Technology can get the EST degree with 60 hours of class work through the Capstone Option. This Option builds upon the AAS graduate's previous course work in the technical and general education areas.