ProgramCIP 15.1201

Computer Engineering Technology/Technician

A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of computer engineers engaged in designing and developing computer systems and installations. Includes instruction in computer electronics and programming, prototype development and testing, systems installation and testing, solid state and microminiature circuitry, peripheral equipment, and report preparation.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

FieldFrom the federal list

JobsOfficial crosswalk

KnowledgeFrom O*NET

CoursesNext

ConceptsLater

Open questionsLater

01.

Leads to

3 jobs

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians17-3023
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other17-3029
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers15-1253

02.

Knowledge those jobs draw on

Computers and Electronics2 of 3
English Language2 of 3
Engineering and Technology1 of 3
Design1 of 3

How many of the linked jobs rate the area important (O*NET importance 3.5 or more out of 5).