General Information

The Electronic Technology Program was established in 2002 at Çukurova University Beyazevler Campus (which has a total area of 18,000 square meters, including open space, with approximately 9,000 square meters of indoor area) as the Industrial Electronics Program under the Ministry of National Education (MEB) - Council of Higher Education (YÖK) protocol and the law allowing direct admission from vocational high schools to vocational colleges. Later, in the 2009-2010 academic year, it was transformed into the Electronic Technology Program. In 2022, collaborative efforts between our institution and the Adana Chamber of Industry led to the signing of the Workplace Vocational Training Protocol. With this protocol, the Electronic Technology Program adopted the 3+1 education model. As part of this model, starting from the 2022-2023 academic year, students undergo three semesters of academic coursework at the university, followed by an optional final semester of workplace vocational training, allowing them to gain hands-on industry experience. The electronics sector is in a state of continuous and dynamic development due to rapidly changing global market conditions and competitive dynamics. Today, electronic systems are widely used in various fields, ranging from industrial applications to home technology, from telecommunications to the healthcare sector. Technological advancements have led to the diversification of electronic systems and the expansion of their application areas, resulting in the emergence of new manufacturing and service sectors. The production and integration of electronic components are rapidly evolving, and competition in the industry is increasing not only in terms of product variety and quality but also in technical service and solution-oriented applications. With the improvement of living standards in our country, significant investments are expected in the field of Electronic Technology, leading to substantial growth in employment opportunities. The increasing use of electronic devices in daily life highlights the growing demand for highly skilled technical personnel in this field. Accordingly, the Electronic Technology Program aims to train well-equipped professionals with up-to-date knowledge to meet the industry's demands. Through the 3+1 education model, students receive modern training aligned with industry needs and gain practical experience. As a result, graduates will have a competitive advantage in the job market and contribute to the advancement of the electronics sector.

Length of Programme & Number of Credits

2 Year - 120 ECTS

Feature & Definition

With the Electronics Technology Program course content, students are able to learn basic principles of electronics, electronic equipment installation, necessary maintenance and repair, measuring instruments, computers and current software programs designed for industrial use, an electronic circuit diagram of a computer to draw and read, industrial machinery, computer and how to electronically to be controlled, preparing a technical report, ensure the safety of the workplace

Mode of Study

Full Time

Head of Department

Öğr. Gör. AHMET KARAKUŞ

ECTS / Course Catalog Coordinator

Öğr. Gör. Abdülvahap SAYGIN

Erasmus Coordinator

Öğr. Gör.Dr. AHMET YÜCEL

Internship Coordinator

Öğr. Gör. MAHİR CAN KAÇAR

Orientation Staff

Öğr. Gör. AHMET KARAKUŞ

Goals

The goal is to train Electronics Technicians who recognize and understand electronic systems and equipment, can apply their knowledge to industrial systems and devices, and are capable of working in the assembly, maintenance, and repair of electronic tools and devices used in the industry. The aim is to produce Electronics Technicians who meet the quality and standards required by our country as a skilled workforce. An Electronics Technician is an intermediate professional in the field of electronic technology, positioned between an engineer and a technician—possessing more theoretical knowledge than a technician and greater hands-on application skills than an engineer.

Objectives

The Electronic Technology Program aims to train well-equipped technical personnel by integrating theoretical and practical knowledge while adapting to developments in the industry. Accordingly, the main objectives of the program are to support students with practical training to cultivate qualified technical personnel, follow technological advancements, develop analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, establish strong ties with industry collaborations, and train individuals suited to the labor market.

Specific Admission Requirements

Students are admitted to the Electronic Technology Program through the centralized exam conducted by the Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM). Admission to the program is based on the TYT (Basic Proficiency Test) score type, and the program offers a two-year associate degree education. To be eligible for placement in the Electronic Technology Program, students must have a calculated TYT exam score from the Higher Education Institutions Examination (YKS). Students with a valid TYT score are placed into their preferred program through centralized placement conducted by ÖSYM, based on their ranking and exam performance.

Qualification Awarded

Electronic technician

Level of Qualification

Associate

Qualification Requirements of Graduation

Students graduate from this program by completing 120 ECTS credits. To graduate, students must successfully complete all courses in the program and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 out of 4.00. Additionally, students must successfully complete a 30-day professional internship and, for those enrolled, a one-semester Workplace Training program. Graduates are awarded an associate degree diploma in the field of Electronic Technology. With this diploma, they can work in the industry under the title of Electronics Technician. The diploma supplement includes a list of the courses taken during the education period, demonstrating the competencies acquired by the student.

Access to Further Studies

Students have rights that completing bachelor´s degree after OSYM vertical transition examination. Students who have complated Electronic Technology associate degree program can transfer to Computer and Control Education, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Education, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronic Education, Electronic and Computer Education, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Communication Education, Industrial Technology Education, Energy, Education, Physics, Aviation Electricity and Electronics, Control Education, Meteorological Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Telecommunication Teaching, Space Engineering faculties by vertical transition DGS exam.

Internship

Internship is the practical and hands-on training that students will undertake in the relevant sector. In the programs of Adana Vocational School, the internship is included in the curriculum as the Internship Evaluation course. Internships will be conducted on the dates announced by the School Directorate, and the duration of the internship cannot be less than 30 working days. It is appropriate for the internship to be completed at the end of the first year during the summer break. Otherwise, the student may lose a semester or an academic year. The main objectives of the Electronic Technology Program students' industry-based training are as follows: To develop and reinforce the professional knowledge provided in the first and second-year course programs through practical applications during the internship. To become familiar with the organization, structure, and systems in potential workplaces where they may work after entering the workforce. To understand the authority and responsibilities they will assume as Electronics Technicians in businesses, develop habits for working in harmony with staff at all levels, acquire good managerial skills, and prepare themselves for a good employment environment.

Applied Course

In the Electronic Technology Program, practical courses enable students to apply their theoretical knowledge and enhance their professional skills. The program includes hands-on courses such as PLC, Microcontrollers, Microcontroller Applications, and Computer-Aided Circuit Design. In addition to these courses, considering the workplace training and internship courses integrated within the 3+1 education model, the total amount of practical training exceeds 60 ECTS credits.

Work Placement

In the program, 3+1 education model is applied and in the fourth semester, students who want and meet the conditions can do Workplace Training in a workplace directed by the program.

Double Major, Additional Major & Exchange Possibilities

Students of the Electronics Technology Program may study for one or two semesters at other higher education institutions abroad or within the country, in accordance with agreements and protocols established between institutions. These students are required to have successfully completed all their previous academic activities. The equivalency of courses, practices, internships, and similar activities that students will undertake at the host institution to those in their own curriculum is determined in advance by the recommendation of the advisor and the relevant department/program coordinator and approved by the relevant administrative board. Exchange programs differ in terms of their objectives and operational processes.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Electronic Technology Program have a wide range of employment opportunities in various sectors of the electronics industry. They can work in both the public and private sectors in different positions. With the title of Electronics Technician, they can be employed in the following fields: Industrial Electronics and Automation Sector: In production automation, maintenance, and repair units of factories In the installation and operation of industrial control systems In the integration and programming of PLC and microcontroller-based systems Communication and Telecommunication Sector: In mobile communication, satellite communication, and fiber optic systems In maintenance, repair, and service departments of telecommunication companies Defense Industry: In the design, production, and testing processes of military electronic systems In radar, communication, and electronic warfare systems for technical support Medical Electronics and Healthcare Sector: In hospitals, installing, maintaining, and providing technical support for medical devices In medical electronic device manufacturing companies Electronics Manufacturing and Testing Laboratories: In companies that manufacture electronic components and devices In electronics testing and quality control laboratories Energy and Power Electronics Sector: In renewable energy systems (solar, wind energy) In power electronics, energy management, and smart grid systems Information Technology and Security Systems: In companies working on computer hardware, embedded systems, and network infrastructures In smart building systems, security camera systems, and alarm system sectors Technical Service and Maintenance-Repair Services: In businesses providing maintenance and repair services for electronic devices In the white goods, consumer electronics, and automotive electronics sectors Public Institutions and Municipalities: In public institutions such as TCDD, TEİAŞ, TRT, and DHMİ for electronic system maintenance In technical units of municipalities for electronic infrastructure systems Entrepreneurship and Starting a Business: Establishing their own businesses in electronic design, production, and maintenance-repair services