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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides a study of the theory of alternating current (AC). Students are prepared to analyze complex AC circuit configurations with resistor, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe AC circuits and explain the function of AC such as RLC, impedance, phase relationships, and power factor. This course also provides hands on laboratory exercises to analyze alternating current using a variety of circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Emphasis is placed on the operation of common test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits to prove the theories taught.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides instruction in basic solid state theory beginning with atomic structure and including devices such as diodes, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, amplifiers, thyristors, operational amplifiers, oscillator and power supply circuits. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of solid-state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis and the use of test equipment to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair typical solid-state device circuits. This course also provides the opportunity for students to apply the solid-state principles and theories learned in class in the laboratory setting. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of solid-state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis and the use of test equipment to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair typical solid-state.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides instruction on basic logic gates, flip-flops, registers, counters, microprocessor/computer fundamentals, analog to digital conversion, and digital analog conversion. Emphasis is placed on number systems, Boolean algebra, combination logic circuits, sequential logic circuits and typical microprocessor data manipulation and storage. This course also has an embedded lab with exercises designed to develop skills required by industry. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze digital circuits, draw timing diagrams, determine output of combinational and sequential logic circuits, and diagnose and troubleshoot electronic components, as well as demonstrate knowledge of microprocessor and computer circuits.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course provides instruction in fabrication of functional circuits and is an introduction to device construction and fabrication. Utilizing discrete components, students will fabricate functional circuits. Topics include soldering, cable construction, coaxial cable connection and termination, component mounting, cases, and chassis, printed circuit board design, layout, fabrication, and repair, as well as soldering techniques, care of tools, wire splicing, wire wrapping, connector maintenance, and related shop safety. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to perform basic circuit and project construction.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides a study of industrial electronics controls. Topics include photo-electric, temperature, gas and humidity, pressure and strain measurements for industrial instrumentation controls and applications. The laboratory enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair electronic control circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to apply principles of industrial electronics control circuits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course covers motor operation, motor types, motor components, motor feeder and branch circuits. Topics include motor protection and motor control circuits. The laboratory enables students to test motors, transformer types, and testing of input and output voltage. Upon completion, students should be able to test motors, transformer types, and testing for input and output voltage.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides the student with knowledge in AC/ DC machinery and controls. Topics include the characteristics and operating principles of the different types of AC/DC generators and motors, manual and automatic starters and controllers. The laboratory enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair AC/DC machinery and controls. Upon completion, students will be able to apply practical skills in AC/DC machinery.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides an introduction to hydraulics/ pneumatics. Topics include hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors work and system components such as valves, filters, regulators, actuators, accumulators, and lubricators. The laboratory enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors work and system components such as valves, filters, regulators, actuators, accumulators, and lubricators. Upon completion, students will be able to apply principles of hydraulics/pneumatics.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces the student to applications of computers in the laboratory setting. It will cover the computer from a hardware standpoint and introduce the operating system. Application software will include word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, and other electronics related software. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to operate a personal computer in a technical setting.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is an introduction course to wireless communication technologies and applications in support of networked structures. Wireless device specification, integration, configuration, and utilization of IEEE 802.1 1x compliant communication equipment and their integration into the support of WAN and LAN structures commonly found in corporate, industrial, automotive (telematics), or commercial platforms will be the main emphasis of this course. Specific wireless communication theory concerning wireless boundaries, security and encryption methods, and quality of service measurements will be discussed along with WAN/LAN expansion and limitations from a system design prospective.
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