The Associate in Science Engineering Technology (ET) degree prepares students for careers in applying and maintaining technical systems across various industries. This program offers two specializations: Substation & Relay Technology and Advanced Manufacturing.
Engineering Core:
The core program courses comprise the 18-credit hour Engineering Technology Support Specialist College Credit Certificate, aligned with the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) and preparing students for the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) Certification, provides a foundation in:
• Electronics
• Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)
• Mechanical Measurement & Instrumentation
• Manufacturing Processes & Materials
• Quality Assurance
• Industrial Safety
Substation & Relay Technology Specialization:
Prepares students for careers in electrical utilities and co-generation facilities, covering:
• Three-Phase Power Theory
• Protective Relaying
• Power Transformers
• High Voltage Breakers
• SCADA Systems
• Electrical Utility Industry
• Technical Documentation
Advanced Manufacturing Specialization:
Focuses on technical skills for manufacturing careers and includes the 30-credit Advanced Manufacturing College Credit Certificate, covering:
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Electro-Mechanical Systems
• Robotics
• Motors and Controls
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Academic Advising
Career Development Services
Program Contact Information
- Mr. Jeff Light, ET Program Director Relay@lssc.edu 352-435-6528
- Workforce Programs Main Office 352-435-5024
Program Requirements
Specializations (Choose One Path)
Course List
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Title |
Hours |
| 3 |
| Intermediate Algebra | |
| Introduction to Mathematical Thinking | |
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Students should make an appointment to meet with the ET Program Director to discuss the program prior to or shortly after enrolling.
Only required courses for an LSSC degree or qualifying certificate program are eligible for federal financial aid. Verify course choices and avoid charges by making an appointment with an academic advisor.
Civic Literacy Requirement
As per the amended Florida Rule 6A-10.02413, prior to the award of a specialized associate in arts transfer degree, associate in arts, associate in science, or baccalaureate degree, LSSC students under the 2022-2023 Catalog and thereafter must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through one of the following options prior to graduation:
- successfully passing POS 2041 American National Government or AMH 2020 U.S. History Since 1877, or AMH 2010 U.S. History to 1877 (beginning Fall 2024 forward), or AMS 2010 Civil Discourse and the American Political Order and achieving a 60% or higher on the Florida Civic Literacy Exam , or
- successfully passing a prescribed assessment:
- AP Government & Politics Test: United States (passing score of 3), or
- AP U.S. History Test (passing score of 4), or
- CLEP: American Government (passing score of 50)
- CLEP: History of the United States I (passing score of 50)
To verify your Civic Literacy Requirement, please visit Degree Works
Students must earn a grade of C or higher in all program core, specialization, and most general education courses in order to qualify for graduation.
For information about career options, visit www.lssc.edu/careers.
Students must complete 25% of each program's total credit hours at LSSC.
