Bachelor of Science Electronic Systems Engineering Technology
About the Major
Design the electronic systems that power today's connected world. Build expertise in electronics, embedded systems, communications, and digital technologies through hands-on learning. Cal Poly Pomona's Electronic Systems Engineering Technology program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree and prepares you to become a valuable member of today's engineering teams with an applications-focused education.
Electronic systems engineering technology combines engineering principles with practical implementation to develop, test, integrate, and maintain electronic and computer-based systems. Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, the program emphasizes applied design, laboratory experience, and problem-solving to prepare students for careers in rapidly evolving technology industries.
From embedded systems and communications to industrial electronics, automation, networking, and consumer technologies, the program provides the technical knowledge and practical experience to design, analyze, troubleshoot, and improve modern electronic systems.
You After Graduation
Cal Poly Pomona electronic systems engineering technology graduates become skilled engineering professionals who support the design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of electronic systems across a wide range of industries. They apply their knowledge of electronics, computer hardware, embedded systems, instrumentation, communications, and control technologies to solve real-world engineering challenges.
Graduates pursue careers in industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, semiconductor manufacturing, consumer electronics, industrial automation, renewable energy, and defense. Career opportunities include roles such as Electronics Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, Test Engineer, Controls Engineer, Systems Engineer, Field Applications Engineer, Network Engineer, and Engineering Technologist.
Many graduates continue developing their expertise through professional certifications, graduate education, participation in professional organizations, and lifelong learning opportunities that support continued career growth.
Your Program, Your Future
The electronic systems engineering technology program combines engineering fundamentals with extensive hands-on laboratory experience. Students begin with a strong foundation in mathematics, science, programming, and engineering principles before advancing into specialized electronic systems and applications.
Coursework explores analog and digital electronics, microprocessors and embedded systems, programmable logic controllers, instrumentation, communications, networking, control systems, signal processing, computer architecture, and automation technologies. Students develop practical skills in circuit design, system integration, programming, testing, troubleshooting, and electronic system implementation.
Through laboratory courses and applied design projects, students gain experience designing, building, programming, testing, and improving electronic systems used throughout modern industry. The curriculum emphasizes teamwork, communication, and practical engineering solutions, preparing graduates to make immediate contributions in professional engineering environments.
Students also have opportunities to participate in professional organizations, undergraduate research, design competitions, and industry-sponsored projects that provide valuable networking, leadership, and experiential learning opportunities.