Electrical Engineering Technology

Building the Future: Technical Expertise Meets Industry Leadership

Offering technical and management expertise needed to thrive in the electrical and manufacturing industries. Graduates gain hands-on experience with applied circuit design, automation, renewable energy, and power systems, leading to successful careers in project management, engineering, and more.

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Electrical Engineering Overview

UMaine’s Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) program provides students with a comprehensive, hands-on education that prepares them to meet the growing demands of the electrical engineering and manufacturing industries. The curriculum combines technical knowledge with practical, real-world experience, covering critical areas such as electrical circuits, semiconductor electronics, microcomputer applications, electrical machinery, and power systems. Students gain expertise in applied circuit design, automation, integration, and grid connection, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy technologies. The program is structured to provide students with a blend of technical and management skills that enable them to take on leadership roles in diverse sectors, including manufacturing, power delivery, alternative energy, and field engineering.

Graduates of the EET program go on to excel in a variety of roles such as electrical and instrumentation engineers, project engineers, equipment engineers, and applications engineers. They work for leading employers in the region, including major firms like General Electric, Pratt & Whitney, and Toyota, as well as smaller, specialized companies in sectors like semiconductor manufacturing, power systems, and consulting. Many alumni have gone on to assume management positions within 10 years of graduation or have launched their own engineering firms.

The EET program at UMaine is ideal for students who want to learn the applied aspects of electrical engineering and technology, and who are ready to step directly into technical roles in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. With a focus on both theory and practice, this program offers students the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the electrical engineering field, solve complex problems, and lead the way in innovations that drive industry forward.

Program Offerings

Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology– UMaine Course Catalog, Overview of Degree Requirements.
Concentrations
- Power
- Electromechanical
- Information Technology

Graduate Certificates

Electrical Engineering Technology | Online

Graduate Degrees

Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about Electrical Engineering Technology? Whether you’re a prospective student exploring career options or a current student looking for program details, this FAQ covers everything you need to know. From course topics and career opportunities to hands-on learning and industry demand, get answers to your most common questions about this exciting and evolving field.

Life After Graduation

Graduates of the EET program fill a wide variety of professional technical positions in industry. Typically, they take jobs that involve designing and manufacturing a product or operating a plant. EET graduates are the electrical back-bone of the manufacturing community and often manage project and maintenance teams of electricians and engineers. Their responsibilities lean toward design and production rather than research.

There are numerous jobs in the manufacturing sector with equipment manufacturers, semiconductors, electronics, paper, power delivery and consulting firms servicing those industries. The most common jobs are project engineer, electrical and instrumentation engineer, equipment engineer, field engineer and applications engineer.

Just about anywhere a graduate wants to live. Logically, there will be more opportunity in Portland than Fort Kent. Graduates have gotten jobs all over the United States from Hawaii to Florida, Maine to California.

The EET faculty have built a strong network of contacts consisting of firms that typically hire our students. We work with students personally to help place them in positions that fit their interests. Over the last several years, we have had an almost 100% placement rate within three months of graduation.

Salaries depend on the location of the employer. The Boston area pays more than Fort Kent. Starting salaries last year ranged from $75,000 to $90,000.

Yes. We actually have a built-in class to prepare students and require students to take (not pass) the FE exam to meet graduation requirements. Many electrical engineering positions do not require a professional engineering license, but most graduates pursue licensing to enhance their career opportunities. Maine makes no distinction between a regular engineering graduate and a technology graduate in pursuing an engineering license.

Yes. While most graduates grab the many of the lucrative offers made to them at graduation, a few have gone on to earn a graduate degree. Most of the graduates that have gone on to graduate school have pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA), there is also a Master of Electrical Engineering Technology or a Grad Certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology.

Life As An EET Student

The University of Maine has almost 12,000 students. As a result, the University of Maine has a well-staffed medical facility, comfortable dorms, large library, spacious concert center, numerous recreation opportunities and clubs, nationally recognized sports teams (e.g., ice hockey), free tutoring, and a friendly atmosphere. Situated within the University of Maine is a small, close-knit family of students that comprise Electrical Engineering Technology. The Electrical Engineering Technology program has approximately 80 students total. That is less than most high school classes that students come from. The average class size in an Electrical Engineering Technology class is about 19 students. The program is more like a one-room school house. With a cadre of four full-time faculty, the faculty are able to work closely with the students throughout the four-year program.

With a little effort, students can obtain summer positions with prospective employers the summer after their second or third year in firms near their home. A typical student will work as an electronics technician or update electrical drawings during their first year. The summer after their third year they are assigned regular engineering duties so they can get a feel for engineering careers with that firm. A very high percentage of student internships lead to full time jobs after graduation.

All engineering courses are difficult. Electrical Engineering Technology courses are no exception. The difference with our program is the exceptional access that students have to our faculty. While some institutions may only have 1-2 hours available for students to see faculty, we average 10-15 hours weekly. Students who put sufficient effort into their studies generally perform well. There are tutoring services available. Students with learning disabilities are provided with help and faculty provided with instructions on how to help the student learn.

Electrical Engineering Technology requires less in-depth math than some other engineering programs…this is guided by our Industrial Advisory Council, respected people working in the field.

English (4 units)
Algebra 1 & 2
Geometry
History (2 units)
one senior level math (select from trigonometry, pre-calculus, or calculus)
one additional science
Physics

There are many avenues into the program if one of the above are missing…please contact um.set@maine.edu or 207-581-2340 with any questions.

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Our Faculty and Staff

At MCEC, our faculty is the heartbeat of our academic community. Dedicated, inspiring, and deeply knowledgeable, our professors go beyond the traditional classroom experience to foster real-world skills and a passion for learning. Whether mentoring, leading innovative research, or providing personalized support, our faculty members are committed to empowering students to achieve their highest potential