Our program balances theory and practical application to help you design, test, analyze, operate, and troubleshoot complex electronic systems.
You'll be provided with hands-on training including experience with LabView®, a graphic-based programming language used by many of the major technology-based employers for data acquisition, process control, and automated test instrumentation.
Kirkwood is the affordable option! We offer more than $3 million in scholarships every year.
Students in this program may be eligible to have half their tuition paid for by the Kibbie Grant.
During your Electronics Engineering Technology courses you'll you learn to:
Completion of a program conference is required to be admitted to the program. You’ll learn more about the program as well as specific admissions requirements.
School Year: 2025–26
Program Entry Semester: Fall
| Fall | Spring | Summer | Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours per Semester | 16 | 19 | 12 | 18 | 15 | 80 |
| In-State Tuition | $3,536 | $4,199 | $2,652 | $3,978 | $3,315 | $17,680 |
| Technology Fee per Semester | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $250 |
| Clinical Expenses (mileage, lodging, screenings, etc.) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Conferences/Seminars | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Course Resources (textbooks, software, etc.) | $314 | $213 | $74.50 | $311 | $199 | $1,111.50 |
| Course/Section Fees | $65 | $65 | $70 | $100 | $145 | $445 |
| Laptop (required devices) | $550 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $550 |
| Testing Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Third Party Credentials | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tool Sets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Uniforms | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $4,515 | $4,527 | $2,846.50 | $4,439 | $3,709 | $20,036.50 |
Costs provided are estimated and based on the following current tuition rates: $221 (In-State), $296 (Out-of-State), $400 (International).
Fees and costs are subject to change. To view all costs associated with attending college visit our Tuition and Costs page.
To get into the Electronics Engineering Technology program, you must complete the following, in addition to Kirkwood’s steps to become a student:
If you plan on continuing your education, you can transfer more than 40 EET credit hours to UNI toward a B.S. in Electrical and Information Engineering Technology.
The curriculum may also be modified to maximize credits transferable to BSEE and BSETT degree programs.
EET graduates may also seek certification by the Electronics Technicians Association, International Inc.
Electronics Engineering Technology Diploma*
Students in Kirkwood's Electronics Engineering Technology program, as well as those pursuing theElectronics Engineering Technology Diploma, are encouraged to join the Kirkwood chapter of SkillsUSA, a workforce development organization for students with nearly 400,000 members nationally.
SkillsUSA is one of eight recognized members of the National Coordinating Council for Career and Technical Student Organizations (NCC-CTSO). CTSOs are co-curricular groups that help students in career and technical education programs further their knowledge and skills by participating in activities, events, and competitions.
We train you for identified electronic industry needs so you'll be ready for many career opportunities in your field.
To provide technical hands-on training to meet identified electronic industry needs.