AS in Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering combines study in three areas: electricity, electromagnetism, and electronics. As you can imagine, there’s a lot to learn in this field, but you can get started working as an electrical engineer relatively quickly with just an associate’s degree. Generally, it takes about two years to get an Associate of Science (AS) in engineering, and while you won’t qualify for top-paying positions in the field if you don’t go on to get a bachelor’s degree or higher, you will have a solid knowledge foundation that allows you to be successful in entry-level engineering positions without spending years upon years in school.

With an associate’s degree program in any field, many of the classes you take will focus on general skills you need to be an engineer. You can expect to take a number of science and math courses, and some colleges require that you also take basic courses in subject areas like writing and business. After you’ve completed general courses, you’ll move on to take specialized courses in your field, in this case, electrical engineering. This will prepare you for work in any number of career fields, include transportation, communications, microelectronics, and power supply.

Some colleges separate electrical engineering and electronics engineering students, but this is less common for associate’s degree students. Your education will provide you with knowledge to work in both career fields, and if you choose to go back to school at a later date, you can further specialize to meet your current career goals.

One of the best reasons to choose an associate’s degree program over more advanced engineering programs in this field is that once you begin working for an employer in a basic job, you may qualify for tuition assistance. Many companies offer funds to help their electrical engineers pay for schooling in bachelor’s degree or master’s degree programs.

Associate’s Degrees in Electrical Engineering

Cleveland Institute of Electronics – AAS in Electronics Engineering Technology
ECPI College of Technology – AS in Electronics Engineering Technology

Top Online Engineering Degrees

Nearly all entry-level engineering jobs require a bachelor's degree in engineering. The different degrees granted in this field are: electrical/electonics engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering. What follows below is a list of the top accredited colleges that offer such degrees in an online format.

BS in Electronics Engineering MS in Electrical Engineering	DeVry University — DeVry's BS in Electronic Engineering Technology offers convenient online courses and well-situated campuses for its students to become educated in the areas of Computer Engineering Technology and Computer Information Systems. DeVry's MS in Electrical Engineering is designed more for students looking for advanced technical and hands-on design skills.
M.E. in Biochemical Eng. MS in Manufacturing Eng. MS in Mechanical Eng.	Lehigh University — Lehigh University offers three online master's degree programs in engineering: the M.Eng. in biological chemical engineering equips students with the skills required to enter a career in biochemistry; the MS in manufacturing systems engineering teaches concepts of e-commerce, supply chain management, and lean manufacturing; the MS in mechanical engineering teaches fundamental concepts of mechanics, mathematics, and problem-solving.
AS in Engineering Mgmt BS in Engineering Mgmt BS in Electronics Engineering	Grantham University — Grantham offers three degree programs in engineering: both an associate's and a bachelor's degree in engineering management technology as well as a BS in electronics engineering technology. The two engineering management programs combine business and technology concepts; the electronics engineering program has a focus primarily on electronic technologies.
MS in Electrical Eng. MS in Engineering Mgmt. MS in Eng. Technology	Drexel University — At Drexel University, programs are designed for both the full-time and part-time students in mind, and can be completed in two to three years. Those students enrolling the MS in Electrical Engineering will be exposed to fields ranging from Electrophysics to Robotics. Those choosing to pursue an MS in Engineering Technology degree will be exposed to courses relating to Telecommunication and Computer Networking. An MS in Engineering Management is also available.
MBA in Engineering Mgmt PhD in Engineering Mgmt	Northcentral University — The MBA in management of engineering and technology from Northcentral University combines technical expertise with management skill to prepare its graduates for positions as managers withing tech companies. A PhD program in engineering management is also available.
MS in Engineering Mgmt MS in Civil Engineering	New Jersey Institute of Technology — The New Jersey Institute of Technology offers two engineering-focused graduate degrees: the MS in civil engineering and the MS in engineering management. The engineering management program features a curriculum that focuses on leadership and management. Courses employ the use of case studies, course work, and role playing to offer the student a dynamic learning environment.
MS in Software Eng.	Strayer University — Strayer offers an online MS degree in software engineering that focuses on the design and maintenance of computer and network information systems. Graduates of this program may pursue careers as upper-level managers within the field of software engineering.
Master of Civil Engineering	Norwich University — The Norwich University Master of Civil Engineering (MCE) online degree program is an advanced engineering degree for individuals looking to advance their careers. This particular course of study combines civil engineering technical competency with project management and business management fundamentals, as recommened by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
AAS in Electronic Eng. AAS in Software Eng.	Cleveland Institute of Electronics — The Associate in Applied Science in Electronic Engineering Technology from the Cleveland Institute of Electronics gives students a broad education in electronics troubleshooting and theory. At Cleveland, students experience more theory, lab experiments, and detailed coverage of electronics laws than any other Associate Degree program.
MS in Aerospace Eng. MS in Ocean Eng.	Virginia Tech — The Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University offers two niche engineering degrees, found nowhere else in an online format. The MS in aerospace engineering prepares students for careers in aircraft and spacecraft design and engineering. The MS in ocean engineering prepares students for careers in the navy or marine research fields.
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