Telecommunications, AAS Degree
The art and science of getting information from Point A to Point B, regardless of whether the information is voice, video or data, is known as Telecommunications. This program is designed to prepare students for the communications industry by teaching installation, operation and maintenance of communication systems using a full range of communication transport systems.
The program provides a thorough examination of state-of-the-art telecommunications technology, as well as a solid foundation in math, electronics and general education. The successful student in this program will demonstrate a variety of skills and abilities including visual color discrimination; finger and manual dexterity; customer and personal service skills; ability to install, operate, repair and maintain electronic equipment; documentation and recording of information; and communication with supervisors, peers and subordinates.
Students apply their basic knowledge of electronics, science and math by performing tests and troubleshooting equipment, working in field service or maintaining sophisticated electronic systems and residential connectivity and commercial telephone networking equipment. Graduates will find employment opportunities all over the world.
Preparing a workforce to compete in this global marketplace is the exciting challenge for the telecommunications industry. This program will give students the education and skills necessary to succeed in the high-tech world of telecom.
Note: Students are required to purchase a laptop computer from MTI. The laptop will have the necessary software installed and will be serviced free of charge while the student is attending MTI.
Graduation Requirement: Students must complete their internship experience before earning their degree.
Award: AAS Degree
First Semester
| EC 112 | Electronics Theory | 3 |
| EC 121 | DC/AC Circuit | 3 |
| EC 151 | Telecom Lab I | 3 |
| EC 162 | Electronics Math & Digital | 2 |
| EC 167 | IT Essentials: PC Hrdwre & Softwre | 3 |
| | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| SSS 100 | Student Success | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
Second Semester
| EC 100 | Basic Telephony | 3 |
| EC 105 | Transmission Media | 3 |
| EC 120 | Television Head End Technology | 2 |
| EC 138 | CCNA I: Intro to Networking | 3 |
| EC 157 | Telecom Lab II | 3 |
| | Communications Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Third Semester (Summer)
Fourth Semester
| EC 210 | Intro to VoIP | 3 |
| EC 211 | Wireless Communications | 3 |
| EC 249 | Advanced OSP | 3 |
| EC 251 | Telecom Lab III | 4 |
| | Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Fifth Semester
| EC 238 | CCNA II: Routing Switching | 3 |
| EC 246 | Central Office Transport | 3 |
| EC 257 | Telecom Lab IV | 5 |
| PAT 102 | Principles of GPS/GIS | 2 |
| SSS 200 | Career Readiness | 1 |
| | Math Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Total Credits Required to Graduate: 74