Engineering Technology
Understand the design of medical equipment with DeVry University’s Associate in Engineering Technology Program with a specialization in Medical Technology and Healthcare Systems. This specialization, anchored by our Tech Core curriculum, is designed to help you build a foundation of interdisciplinary skills you’ll need for today’s Internet of Things (IoT) economy while teaching you relevant skills in operating systems, programming, hardware, connectivity and security.
ETAC of ABET accredits postsecondary, degree-granting programs that meet their global standards for technical education. This is a global mark of quality that is valued by employers and professional associations within the Engineering Technology field. The Associate in Engineering Technology is accredited by The Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (ETAC of ABET) www.abet.org.
In addition to this programmatic accreditation, DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org.
You’ll get a complimentary laptop as part of your technology program.2 It’s our way of investing in your education — and you.
Immerse yourself in the Internet of Things (IoT) world and obtain hands-on experience with IoT, cloud, software and security technologies and systems.
Several of our tech programs are designed with industry-recognized certifications in mind. Qualified students may receive up to a $300 reimbursement for the cost of one exam attempt across a wide range of certifications:
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA ITF+
PCEP Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
Other certifications may also be eligible for reimbursement. Speak to your Student Support Advisor for additional information.
Or, follow a normal schedule and complete your program in 2 years.
*Minimum schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 15-17 credit hours a semester per 12-month period.
**Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 2 semesters of enrollment in 15-17 credit hours per semester per 12-month period.
CompTIA A+
CompTIA ITF+
CompTIA Linux+
PCEP Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
*The figures displayed represent the minimum credit hours required for graduation. Additional coursework may be necessary to complete program requirements.
Medical Equipment Repairers
Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.
Electrical Engineering Technician
In this role, you’ll assist an electrical engineer with designing, developing and testing electrical equipment and control systems. Your job may be more theoretical or more practical, depending on the specific position.
Field Service Technician
Field service technicians spend most of their time on the road. You’ll be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing equipment, such as ICU medical devices or hospital telecommunications hardware.
Engineering Technologist (General)
As a general engineering technologist, you’ll be able to solve numerous challenges across many different areas of engineering. Working under a specialized engineer, you might assist with technical operations, product design or field engineering throughout the healthcare industry.
General Education (Essentials)
26 credits
Tech Core
12 credits
Program Focus
15 credits
Career Preparation
1 credit
Specialization
10 credits
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A healthcare system refers to the collection of people, organizations, technologies and facilities that deliver healthcare services to patients. Regarding our Associate Degree in Engineering Technology Program with a Specialization in Medical Technology and Healthcare Systems, a healthcare system refers more specifically to the technologies and medical equipment that enable a healthcare facility to provide care to patients.
Medical technology refers to healthcare products that may be used in the caregiving process. It may encompass diagnostic devices such as an MRI machine or treatment tools like ventilators. A medical technology education specifically aims to help to prepare you to work with complex machines and networks that require engineering or technology knowledge in order to be installed and maintained properly.
Graduates of our Associate Degree in Engineering Technology Program with a Specialization in Medical Technology and Healthcare Systems may consider, but are not limited to, the following careers:
With its Tech Core foundation, our Associate Degree in Engineering Technology can help you develop skills that may be transferable to other opportunities related to engineering technology.
1As part of this program, one complimentary laptop is provided to students enrolled in the Associate in Information Technology and Networking, Associate in Engineering Technology, Associate in Network Systems Administration, Bachelor’s in Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Software Development, Bachelor’s in Engineering Technology, Bachelor’s in Network and Communications Management and Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems. The laptop is issued during the student’s second session. Certain restrictions apply.
2At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program. Refer to the academic catalog for details.
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In New York, DeVry University operates as DeVry College of New York. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org. The University’s Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. DeVry is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Arlington Campus: 1400 Crystal Dr., Ste. 120, Arlington, VA 22202. DeVry University is authorized for operation as a postsecondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, www.tn.gov/thec. Lisle Campus: 4225 Naperville Rd, Suite 400, Lisle, IL 60532. Unresolved complaints may be reported to the Illinois Board of Higher Education through the online complaint system https://complaints.ibhe.org/. View DeVry University’s complaint process https://www.devry.edu/compliance/student-complaint-procedure.html Program availability varies by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program.
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