Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
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Overview
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology prepares students for successful careers in industry or academia by providing a foundation of engineering theory through application-based instruction.
A laboratory- and project-intensive curriculum, taught by faculty dedicated to teaching and having a background in industry, offers students an engineering education rich in experiential learning. Co-op, study abroad, research opportunities, industrial connections, and modern facilities further enhance this relevant and engaging educational experience.
The department fosters a culture of support and nurtures the academic and professional growth of each student. Caring faculty and small class sizes ensure close student-faculty interactions and student-student collaborations.
Accreditation
Visit the college's accreditation page for information on enrollment and graduation data, program educational objectives, and student outcomes.
900
Average number of hours each student spends in lab, learning hands-on, during their undergraduate studies
200
Total pounds of free popcorn the department provides to students in a year
35
Maximum class size for an undergraduate class
Latest News
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June 11, 2025
‘The urgency of this moment is upon us’: Takeaways from the first NY Workforce Connect
Syracuse.com reports on the NY Workforce Connect conference, where workforce development leaders—including Chris Harris, assistant vice president of Government and Community Relations—discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead for the semiconductor industry.
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March 28, 2025
The Man Who Paved the Way for Siri Reveals What’s Coming Next
Kevin Surace '85 (electrical engineering technology) was interviewed on The Jeff Bullas Show podcast, discussing the future of AI, digital twins, and the jobs most at risk (and most safe) in an AI-powered world.
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October 23, 2024
Faculty, students deploy creative construction for a good cause
What a hoot! RIT students and faculty harnessed the power of technology, the arts, and design to create a giant owl structure out of 1,500 pounds of canned food, all of which will be donated.
Featured Work and Profiles
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Alum Who Paved the Way for Siri Reveals What’s Coming Next
Kevin Surace '85 (electrical engineering technology) was interviewed on The Jeff Bullas Show podcast, discussing the future of AI, digital twins, and the jobs most at risk (and most safe) in...
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Student Develops Mentoring Program for Peers
In just the past year, Yusef, Electrical Engineering Technology major and RIT performing arts scholar, founded a peer mentoring program called Student Engineering Professionals (SEP), completed a...
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Students and faculty deploy creative construction for a good cause
A multidisciplinary team of students, including computer engineering technology student John Schulz, and faculty continued an RIT tradition of participating in Canstruction Rochester by making an...
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Student-Professor Duo's Cutting-Edge Prosthetic Sensor Research
Leila Daly, a fifth-year computer engineering technology student, is working with assistant professor, Krittika Goyal, to develop a sensor system for a more touch-responsive prosthetic finger that’s...
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Lighting the Way: Alum's Journey from RIT to Industry Leader
Jason Baright ’10, founder of G&G Industrial Lighting, powers major projects like the Holland Tunnel and SpaceX with innovative LED solutions.
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Engineering Enthusiast Inspires Future Innovators
Kenzie Moore Electrical engineering technology student Kenzie Moore makes a difference by volunteering with Engineering Up, a program to ignite K-12 students' passion for STEM through hands-on learning and...
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Undergraduate Programs
ECET offers two Bachelor of Science degrees: computer engineering technology and electrical engineering technology. Both are five-year programs, which include a full year of cooperative work experience. For students wanting to specialize their area of study, options are offered in audio, wireless communications, and power and energy. Each option consists of four elective courses.
RIT’s computer engineering technology BS is designed to meet industry’s ever-increasing need for engineers with an in-depth knowledge of hardware and software design.
Learn more about the Computer Engineering Technology BS programDesign and apply electrical systems with hands-on skills in electronics, circuits, and systems theory.
Learn more about the Electrical Engineering Technology BS programGraduate Programs
ECET offers one Master of Science degree in network communications. This program prepares graduates with advanced knowledge of the engineering aspects of emerging technologies and the policy/regulatory environment in which they are offered.
In cooperation with the Department of Computer Science, an accelerated degree option combining a Bachelor of Science in computer engineering technology and an MS in computer science is also available.
Lead telecom innovation with expertise in fiber optics, wireless systems, and network management.
Learn more about the Communication Networks MS programStudent Resources
The department offers a variety of resources for our students such as:
- Academic Advisors
- Student Clubs and Organizations
- Technical Information and Support
- Software Help
Visit our Student Resources page for more information.