Biomedical Electronics Technology

Program Information

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
Evening

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.

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Contact Us

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

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.

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Career Salaries

$50,900 – $90,300 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI). Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements.

Check the WCTC Graduate Success Report to view our graduates’ entry wages.

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.

Program Courses

STEM Programs

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.

Biomedical Electronics student

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