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ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY

ETNTLGY 150 Soldering Surfacing Mount Technology (3)

Lecture 2 hours; Laboratory 3 hours

This course provides an introduction of through hole soldering technology as well as principles of surface mount rework, show the range of specific equipment used in that process and provide a framework for learning about various rework methods. Recommended procedures for removal and replacement of surface mount chip components are also covered.

 

ETNTLGY 151 DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals (3) CSU

Lecture 3 hours

Instruction is given in basic electrical concepts, electron theory, Ohm's Law, Kirchoffs Laws, series circuits, Parallel circuits, combination circuits, principles of magnetism; and the care, use, and construction of basic meters for voltage, current, and resistance measurements. Problems illustrating accuracy necessary in measurements are given.

ETNTLGY 152 DC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals Lab (2)

Laboratory 6 hours

Instruction is given in constructing basic electrical circuits.  Series, parallel and series/parallel circuits are constructed and troubleshot to understand the concept of troubleshooting techniques.  Problems illustrating accuracy necessary in measurements are given.

ETNTLGY 153 Applied DC Calculations (1)

Lecture 1 hour

This course offers a review on basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, square roots, signed numbers, powers of ten, an introduction to algebra, and problems solving Ohm's Law and power calculations. Instruction is also provided in algebra, calculators, logarithms, graphs, phasors, and basic trigonometry as used in electronics.

ETNTLGY 154 AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals (3)

Lecture 3 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 151 with a grade of “C” or better. 

This course offers the Theory of AC Electronics as it applies to basic and advanced circuits found in analog electronics. The course prepares the student for more advanced studies in Communications and Digital Electronics. Subjects covered include Capacitors, Magnetic Circuits, Inductors, Sinusoidal Alternating Waveforms, Basic Elements and Phasors, Series and Parallel AC Circuits, Series-Parallel AC Networks, Methods of Analysis, Network Theorems (AC), Power (AC), Resonance, Filters and Bode Plots, Pulse waveforms, and an introduction to System Analysis. Basic algebra and trigonometry will be used as the tools for understanding the AC circuit as it applies to electronics systems.

ETNTLGY 155 AC Theory and Circuit Fundamentals Lab (2)

Laboratory 6 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 152 with a grade of  “C” or better. 

An overview of the field in AC electronics that measures and analyzes the parameters and characteristics of AC circuits: The students study their applications in electronic systems and becomes familiar with the various components used to make a viable circuit. In class, the students will also learn to construct and troubleshoot AC circuits.  

ETNTLGY 156 Applied AC Calculations (1)

Lecture 1 hour

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 153 with a grade of “C” or better. 

At the completion of this course, students will be able to perform mathematical functions used in AC circuit analysis. The topics include solving various algebraic equations, fractional equations, simultaneous equations, trigonometric functions, vector algebra, and logarithms. These topics will be covered with emphasis on calculations involving series, parallel, and series-parallel AC circuits.              

ETNTLGY 157 Semiconductors Devices and Applications (3)

Lecture 3 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 154 with a grade of “C” or better. 

Applications of semiconductor devices.  Included are PN junction diodes, Zener diodes, Rectifiers, Transistors, Class A, B, AB amplifiers and Operational Amplifiers.

ETNTLGY 158 Semiconductors Devices and Electronics Laboratory (3)

Laboratory 9 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 155 with a grade of “C” or better. 

The student measures and analyzes the parameters and characteristics of semiconductor devices and becomes familiar with the use of transistor testers. The student also constructs, tests, and analyzes power supply circuits, receivers, amplifier circuits, oscillator circuit, and converter circuits. Trouble-shooting procedures and techniques are introduced. Integrated circuits are also constructed and tested.

ETNTLGY 159 Digital Circuits and Applications (3)

Lecture 3 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 154 with a grade of “C” or better. 

This is an introductory course in digital electronics and applications.  The course covers the number systems, including the decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal number systems.  The topics covered include the characteristics of TTL and CMOS logic families, combinational logic circuits, minimizing logic circuits, minimizing logic circuits using Boolean Operations and Karnaugh maps, encoders and decoders, sequential logic devices such as flip-flops, counters, shift registers, and memory devices.

ETNTLGY 160 Digital Circuits and Applications Lab (2)

Lecture 6 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 159 with a grade of “C” or better. 

This is an introductory course in digital electronics and applications.  The course covers the number systems, including the decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal number systems.  Lab activities include the characteristics of TTL and CMOS logic families, combinational logic circuits, minimizing logic circuits using Boolean Operations and Karnaugh maps, encoders and decoders, sequential logic devices such as flip-flops, counters, shift registers, and memory devices.  Some lab activities include the use of software simulators such as Electronics Workbench.

ETNTLGY 161 F.C.C. Radio Operator License (3)

Lecture 3 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 154 with a grade of “C” or better. 

This course provides information required by the Electronics Technician to aid in passing the F.C.C. general radiotelephone license examination. The F.C.C. rules, regulations, and theory areas are explained and sample F.C.C. type tests are given. Marine and aeronautical rules and regulations are also studied and are necessary for passing the general radiotelephone examination.

ETNTLGY 162 Introduction to Electronics Communications (3)

Lecture 3 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 157 with a grade of “C” or better. 

This course covers circuit analysis of several complete AM/FM systems. The installations of C Band, K/U Band, and DSS satellite systems, the theory of cordless phones, microwave receivers/transmitters, cell phones, and TV video are covered.

ETNTLGY 163 Introduction to Electronics Communications Lab (3)

Laboratory 9 hours

Prerequisites: Electronics Technology 158 with a grade of “C” or better.

Students will be able to provide direct laboratory application of the radio principles and techniques acquired in the lecture sessions. Be able to perform laboratory experiments to include the construction and analysis of circuits perform AM modulation, AM detection, FM modulation, frequency multiplication, limiting, and FM discrimination, the construction, test and alignment of a complete AM super-heterodyne radio receiver.  Microprocessor, digital and solid state troubleshooting techniques are analyzed and performed, as are system level to component level troubleshooting and repair. Basic antenna measurements, troubleshooting and repairs are made.

 ETNTLGY 254 Computer Applications for Electronics Technology (3) RPT1

Lecture, 2 hours; Laboratory, 3 hours

This course introduces students to computer hardware, computer software related technology, and their impact on society and education.  Hands-on experience will be provided with applications of software, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.  Special emphasis will be provided on electronics applications software such as Electronic Workbench, and VISIO.

ETNTLGY 255 Computer-Based Electronics (1)

Laboratory 3 hours

An introduction to Electronics Workbench (MultiSim), Electronics Technology Computer-Aided Instruction (ETCAI), and MultiSim Computer-Based Training (CBT) software. This course is designed to enable students to construct and analyze circuits using Electronics Workbench. It also enables students to increase their knowledge of electronics using CAI.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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