Biomedical Electronics Technology
Degree Type
70-credit Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Code
10-605-6
Time to Degree
More than 2 years
Start Date
August
How You'll Learn
On Campus
This is a partnership program with Milwaukee Area Technical College.
With a reliance on technology to test and monitor patients, biomedical electronics technicians ensure medical equipment is safe, functional and properly set up. In this program, gain skills to work with technical equipment, including bedside monitor systems, electrocardiogram (EKG) machines and other devices related to patient care. Learn to install, test, calibrate and repair biomedical equipment.
How To Apply
- Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
- Submit a copy of one of the following to demonstrate your reading, writing and math skills:
- High school GPA of 2.60 or above. Transcript must include completed coursework through the 11th grade.*
- ACT, ACCUPLACER® or GED - 2014 Series (165 or higher).*
- Prior college coursework may meet this requirement in whole or in part. Courses must be in the specific area(s), and you must have earned a grade of C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in the courses.*
- If none of the above apply, sign up for the ACCUPLACER® placement test.
*Unofficial copies of these documents can be sent to admissions@wctc.edu.
Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.
Program Details
Contact Us
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Potential Careers
If you enjoy aspects of the medical and electronics fields, a job as a biomedical electronics technician might be right for you. Skills important to this career include manual dexterity and strong hand-eye coordination to assemble and disassemble machines, the ability to troubleshoot and good time management.
- Biomedical Electronics Technician
- Biomedical Equipment Technician
- Clinical Engineering Technician
High School Eligibility
Partnership programs are not open to high school students.
Financial Aid
As a program student, you are eligible to receive:
- Financial aid loans
- Scholarships
- Other forms of assistance
For those applying for financial aid, apply online and use Milwaukee Area Technical College code 003866.
What Makes This Program Unique
- This partnership allows for Waukesha County area students to gain access to the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Biomedical Electronics Technology program.
- Take core courses close to home, then complete your degree at our partner college.
- Technical internships provide real-world experiences that prepare students for numerous careers in the medical industry.
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