Instrumentation, I&E Technology, Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Locations: Gonzales, Reserve, St. Charles
The Instrumentation & Electrical Technology (I&E) program prepares students for a successful career as an Instrumentation Technician. Students earn certificates and a technical diplomas with progression through the program. All courses applied to the degree must be passed with a “C” or better. Developmental courses will not be applied to the degree.
Specialized Accreditation
The Instrumentation and Electrical Technology Program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). This prestigious accreditation affirms that the program meets rigorous academic and industry standards, ensuring students are well-prepared for successful careers in the field.
Curriculum
First Semester | Hours | |
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General Education, Mathematics/Analytics Reasoning - MATH 1203 | 3 | |
CPTR 1013 | Intro to Computer Technology | 3 |
CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety | 3 |
INST 1116 | Introduction to Instrumentatio | 6 |
Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
SPCH 2013 | Techniques of Speech | 3 |
General Education, Natural Science - PHSC 1023 | 3 | |
INST 1215 | Fund of Instrumentation I | 5 |
INST 1225 | Fund of Instrumentation II | 5 |
Hours | 16 | |
Third Semester | ||
INST 2313 | Intermediate Instrumentation I | 3 |
INST 2324 | Intermed Instrumentation II | 4 |
ENGL 1013 | English Composition I Fulfills General Education English requirement | 3 |
General Education, Social Science - Select 3 hours from ECON, POLI, PSYC, or SOCL | 3 | |
ESCI 2003 | Intro to Alternative Energy | 3 |
Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
General Education, Humanities - Select three hours from HIST, PHIL (except PHIL 2113), or RELS | 3 | |
INST 2414 | Advanced Instrumentation I | 4 |
INST 2424 | Advanced Instrumentation II | 4 |
INST 2493 | Industry Troubleshooting Capst | 3 |
Hours | 14 | |
Total Hours | 61 |
Additional Academic Awards in Instrumentation and Electrical Technology
Instrumentation Helper I, Career and Technical Certificate (CTC)
Code | Title | Hours |
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CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety 1 | 3 |
INST 1116 | Introduction to Instrumentatio 2 | 6 |
Total Hours | 9 |
- 1
Upon successful completion of CORE 1003, students earn the Core Curriculum Industry-based Certification (IBC) from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
- 2
Upon successful completion of INST 1116, students earn the NCCER Instrumentation Level 1 IBC.
Instrumentation Helper II, Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS)
Code | Title | Hours |
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CPTR 1013 | Intro to Computer Technology | 3 |
or SPCH 2013 | Techniques of Speech | |
CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety | 3 |
INST 1116 | Introduction to Instrumentatio | 6 |
INST 1215 | Fund of Instrumentation I 1 | 5 |
INST 1225 | Fund of Instrumentation II 1 | 5 |
Total Hours | 22 |
- 1
Upon successful completion of INST 1215 and INST 1225, students earn the NCCER Instrumentation Level 2 IBC.
Industrial Instrumentation Technology, Technical Diploma (TD)
Code | Title | Hours |
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CPTR 1013 | Intro to Computer Technology | 3 |
CORE 1003 | Core Industry Safety | 3 |
INST 1116 | Introduction to Instrumentatio | 6 |
INST 1215 | Fund of Instrumentation I | 5 |
INST 1225 | Fund of Instrumentation II | 5 |
INST 2313 | Intermediate Instrumentation I 1 | 3 |
INST 2324 | Intermed Instrumentation II 1 | 4 |
SPCH 2013 | Techniques of Speech | 3 |
ESCI 2003 | Intro to Alternative Energy | 3 |
INST 2414 | Advanced Instrumentation I 2 | 4 |
INST 2424 | Advanced Instrumentation II 2 | 4 |
INST 2493 | Industry Troubleshooting Capst | 3 |
Total Hours | 46 |
- 1
Upon successful completion of INST 2313 and INST 2324, students earn the NCCER Instrumentation Level 3 IBC.
- 2
Upon successful completion of INST 2414 and INST 2424, students earn the NCCER Instrumentation Level 4 IBC.
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate adherence to safety protocols specific to working with instrumentation and electrical systems in industry settings.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the installation of instrumentation systems.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the maintenance of instrumentation systems.
- Demonstrate proficiency in control system technology.
- Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and dispositions expected by employers seeking entry-level instrumentation technicians.