Advances in electronic technology, coupled with industrial trends toward automation, has created unprecedented demand for electronic technicians, technologists, and engineers. Saddleback College’s Electrical Technology program is addressing this skills gap, creating a fast, focused pathway to high-paying careers in one of Orange County’s busiest sectors.
Electronic Tech students learn the fundamentals of circuits, currents, robotics, and much more – all from experienced industry professionals. Potential career areas include manufacturing, installation, testing, repair, service and sales… With your versatile career education in Electronic Technology, it’s up to you!
$34,660 - $122,050
Per Year
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Electrical Engineering Technician
Electronics Engineering Technologist
Electronic Equipment Installer
Electrical Engineer
Northrop Grumman
Raytheon
SpaceX
Many More!
Yes! High-tech careers are waiting. Here are a few of the many careers and their average salaries.
Electrical Engineering Technician - $65,160
Electronics Engineering Technologist - $69,950
Electronic Equipment Installer / Repairer - $43,320
Electronic Equipment Assembler - $34,660
Electronics Engineer (w/ further education) - $122,050
Electrical Engineer (w/ further education) - $110,190
Saddleback College offers three certificates of achievement and one occupational skills award in this in-demand field.
For more information about these programs, you can also visit the main Saddleback website’s Electronic Technology page.
Northrop Grumman * JT4 * Booz Allen Hamilton * General Dynamics * Raytheon * Penske * SpaceX * Foreground Security * Irvine-MEMS * ANSYS * And Many More! *
The Electronic Technology Department (VIL 7) can be contacted at (949) 582-4541.
Eugene Evancoe, Department Chair - (949) 582-4879
Thomas Smith, Senior Lab Technician - (949) 582-4780
Saddleback College is proud to be Orange County’s premier provider of low-cost career education. See the 2019 Cost of Education Statement for the most recent information on cost of attendance.
For financial aid, visit the Student Financial Assistance & Scholarship Office online, for details on financial assistance sources, including grants, loans, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and more!
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