JCC’s digital/computer technology program is designed for students pursuing a career in electrical or computer technology. It provides a foundation in digital electronics, electrical technology, and computer technology. These areas represent the skills that are necessary to succeed in today’s technical world. A technology program is a distinctly different career path than an engineering science program.

Students graduating with a degree from a technology program typically will be involved in the following career areas:

  • Manufacturing
  • Test and evaluation
  • Routine design
  • Production
  • Operation, service and maintenance
  • Distribution and sales

Technology programs focus on general theory and principles, emphasize applications, and are very hands-on (lots of labs).

Engineering science graduates (four-year) will be typically involved in the following applications of engineering:

  • Research
  • Complex analysis
  • Complex design
  • Development
  • Manufacturing
  • Test and evaluation

The first two years of the engineering science program focus on mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and liberal arts. Theory will be emphasized. There will be less hands-on practice and fewer labs (than engineering technology).
 
The digital/computer technology program emphasizes basic knowledge and laboratory skills in electric circuits, digital and analog electronics, microcontrollers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), microcomputer hardware and systems software, and computer networks. It is designed to be completed in two years of full-time study (fall entry) or by part-time study. The program assumes no previous electrical experience.
 
Career Opportunities
Graduates of JCC’s digital/computer technology degree program will be prepared for employment in a variety of large and small industries. Career opportunities for graduates include:

  • Computer technician
  • Engineering test assistant
  • Electronic test and repair technician
  • Industrial control technician
  • Calibration and test technician
  • Field service technician
  • Electronic assembler
  • Technical sales

 
Transfer Opportunities
Program graduates can transfer to schools offering the Bachelor of Science in technology degree which include SUNY Alfred, SUNY College at Buffalo, SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica-Rome, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Penn State-Behrend.