The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology - Telecommunications Emphasis prepares students with the necessary skills required by today’s high-tech, high-wage telecommunications industry. Instruction includes; telecommunications and advanced telecommunications and advanced telecommunications topics; IP network installation, configuration, and maintenance; electronics and digital circuits; copper and fiber optic cabling installation. Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. This two-year program provides the students with the methods and procedures used by technicians in the telecommunications industry. Instruction takes place in a hands-on, state-of-the-art environment. Educational Objectives - Within a few years of graduation: Graduates from CSN’s Telecommunication Engineering Technology Program will demonstrate the ability to apply technical, managerial, design and application skills necessary to install, manage, operate, and maintain telecommunication systems. Graduates will have effective technical communication skills necessary to function on professional teams. Graduates are prepared to enter the working force with professional work ethics, with the commitment to lifelong learn ing, quality and continuous improvement through the clear ability to assume increasing levels of responsibility in both industry and community.