Rate My Professor Radu Bunea

Radu Bunea serves as Professor of Electronic Engineering Technology in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department within the School of Computer Science, Engineering, Logistics, and Applied Sciences at Valencia College. Based at the West Campus in room 9-115, he holds key leadership roles as Faculty Program Chair for multiple Associate in Science degree programs, including Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, Energy Management and Controls Technology, and Semiconductor Engineering Technology. In these capacities, he advises students on academic pathways, facilitates access to internships and workforce services, and supports career advancement opportunities, such as progression to the Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology offered at Valencia College. His contact information is readily available for students seeking guidance in these technical fields, emphasizing practical skills in electronics, energy systems, semiconductors, and related technologies.

Bunea plays a significant role in curriculum development and academic governance at Valencia College. He actively participates in the College Curriculum Committee and contributes to District Board of Trustees proposals for course additions, deletions, and modifications. Notable contributions include the development of the Advanced Electronics Technician Technical Certificate (Proposal 2324-212, approved 2024), updates to the A.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology (Proposal 2324-140, 2024), Introduction to Engineering Technology (EET 1214C, 2024), Programming Building Automation course modifications (2023), and Introduction to Photonics (ETS 1210C, 2020). These efforts enhance program relevance to industry needs in engineering technology. Additionally, he is recognized in SPIE resources as the contact professor for Valencia College's technician training programs in optics and photonics. Through his teaching, program leadership, and curriculum innovations, Bunea supports Valencia College's mission of providing accessible, high-quality education in engineering technologies.