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Electronics Technology

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Amanda Seidenzahl

Power your Future with Hands-On Training

WATC’s Electronics Technology Program provides students with the technical skills and problem-solving abilities needed to succeed in high-demand industries. Students gain real-world experience in advanced manufacturing, automation, and robotics—key areas shaping today’s workforce.

Location: Peak Innovation Center's ABB Electronics Technology and Automation and Robotics Labs

Times Offered: Morning and afternoon sessions available

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How to Get Started

Take the first step toward future success. Follow these steps to enroll.

  1. Apply for Admission - Complete UAFS's Application for Early College Program Admission.
  2. Meet with your High School Counselor - Work with your counselor to integrate WATC courses into your schedule. 
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    What You Will Learn

    Through hands-on training, students in WATC’s Electronics Technology Program will learn how to:

    By working in the Peak Innovation Center's ABB Electronics Technology Lab, students master industry-leading technology used by manufacturing and industrial companies worldwide.

    Earn Industry and University Credentials

    Students in WATC’s Electronics Technology Program can earn university and industry-recognized credentials, including:

    These certificates help students stand out in the job market and provide a direct pathway to a college degree and employment. 

    Continue Your Education at UAFS

    High school students who complete this program can continue at UAFS to earn:

    These degrees open doors to higher-paying positions and career advancement in electronics, automation, and engineering.

    Sample Schedule and Course Progression

    Fall Semester – First Year

    Spring Semester – First Year

    Fall Semester – Second Year

    Spring Semester – Second Year

    Fundamentals of Electricity (ELEC 1233)

    Industrial Electricity (ELEC 1263)

    Robot Operations and Maintenance (ELEC 2413)

    Solid State (ELEC 1393)

    Intro to Electronics Technology (ELEC 1242)

    Electrical Circuits and Components (ELEC 1353)

    PLC Applications (ELEC 2513)

    Digital Fundamentals (ELEC 1863)

    Intro to Programming (ELEC 1243)

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    *Fort Smith Public School students have the option of earning an Associate of Science in Electronics Technology through UAFS. This requires a third year of study. Please contact your high school guidance counselor or WATC for details.

    Career Opportunities & Industries

    Students who complete the Electronics Technology Program and those who earn a college degree in this field are in high demand across Arkansas’s River Valley region, where advanced manufacturing, automation, and industrial technology drive the local economy.

    • Industrial Maintenance Technician
    • Advanced Manufacturing Technician
    • Engineering Technician
    • Automation and Robotics Technician
    • Control Systems Technician
    • Instrumentation Technician
    • Electrical and Electronics Technician

    • Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Automation
      • Major Employers: ABB, Rheem, Gerber, Graphic Packaging, Mars Petcare, Trane Technologies
      • Why It’s Important: Companies rely on automation and robotics to streamline production, reduce downtime, and improve efficiency.

    • Agriculture and Food Processing
      • Major Employers: OK Foods, Butterball, Tyson Foods
      • Why It’s Important: The region’s food processing plants need technicians to maintain automation systems, conveyor belts, and electrical components.
    • Energy and Power Generation
      • Major Employers: OG&E, Arkansas Electric Cooperative, Entergy, Graver Engineering
      • Why It’s Important: The growing demand for renewable energy, smart grids, and power distribution requires skilled electrical technicians.
    • Automotive and Transportation Manufacturing
      • Major Employers: Gerdau, ArcBest, OK Industries
      • Why It’s Important: Automation, logistics, and vehicle electronics are crucial to keeping supply chains running efficiently.
    • Healthcare and Medical Equipment
      • Major Employers: Mercy Hospital, Baptist Health, GE Healthcare
      • Why It’s Important: Hospitals and medical facilities rely on electronics technicians to maintain and repair electromechanical equipment.

    $54,860 – $94,000 (varies by specialty)