History
The Electrical Program, which started its educational activities in 2006 within Bigadiç Vocational School, aims to train qualified intermediate staff needed by the electricity sector. Owing to its wide employment opportunities in the industry, energy, automation, maintenance–repair, and construction sectors, the Electrical Program has been gaining increasing importance day by day. The curriculum includes courses designed to provide fundamental knowledge and skills in areas such as Electrical–Electronics, Energy Systems, and Automation. Education is delivered by an academically specialized staff with sectoral experience. As of the 2022–2023 Academic Year, the program has adopted the 3+1 education model: 3 semesters of theoretical and practical courses at school and 1 semester of workplace-based vocational training. Students who successfully complete the program are awarded the title of “Electrical Technician” and can find employment in various fields in both the public and private sectors. Graduates may also transfer to undergraduate programs through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS).
Degree Awarded
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An Associate Degree diploma and the title “Electrical Technician” are awarded. 1) Upon graduation, the courses and modules demonstrating the competencies acquired during the education are specified in the diploma supplement. 2) If a student leaves the program before completion, a document indicating the competencies, courses, and modules achieved up to that point is issued. The professional competencies provided by the program are recognized for career development, certificate programs, and transitions to other programs as needed. |
Admission Requirements
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Applicants must hold a High School or equivalent diploma and obtain a sufficient score in the University Student Selection Exam to qualify for registration. |
Progression to Higher Degrees
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Candidates who successfully complete the Associate Degree may continue their studies in Faculties offering undergraduate programs, provided that they succeed in the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS). Computer Engineering Biomedical Engineering Electrical Engineering Electrical–Electronics Engineering Electronics Engineering Electronics and Communication Engineering Energy Systems Engineering Energy Management Aviation Electricity and Electronics Control and Automation Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Meteorology Engineering Aircraft Electricity and Electronics Software Engineering Labor Economics and Industrial Relations* Public Relations and Advertising* Public Relations and Publicity* Economics* Business Administration* Public Administration* Finance* Political Science and Public Administration* International Relations*
* Through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS), graduates may prefer Open Education undergraduate programs of Anadolu University (Open Education and Economics & Business Faculties), Atatürk University Open Education Faculty, and Istanbul University Open and Distance Education Faculty. Registration may be made to the 5th semester with additional differential courses as required. |
Graduation Requirements
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Students eligible for graduation must complete a course load of 120 ECTS, achieve a minimum GPA of 2.00/4.00, and have no failing grades. |
Employment Opportunities for Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Program can be employed in:
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Energy generation, transmission, and distribution companies,
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Electrical maintenance and fault-repair units of factories,
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Companies that install automation systems,
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Firms carrying out electrical installation works such as lighting, panel assembly, and cabling,
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Technical teams of building and site managements,
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Technician positions in public institutions,
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Organizations working on renewable energy systems.
Assessment and Evaluation
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The assessment and evaluation methods applied for each course are implemented in accordance with the Balıkesir University directive on assessment and evaluation principles. |
In our school and department, the Workplace Training (3+1) system has been implemented since the 2022–2023 Academic Year.