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The PC Certificate starts Fall Terms and the Electronics Technician Certificate starts Winter Terms. A wonderful class to take to see if you are interested in a career in electronics is the EET101- Introduction to Electronics. It is a three credit class that provides an opportunity for students to get some hands-on experience with the instrumentation and equipment and learn some of the principles that allow us to control devices that use electricity. This class can also apply as a technical elective in some program areas. EET101 Introduction to Electronics (3 Credits) Provides students with a hands-on survey of modern electronics. Introduces DC/AC theory, digital, solid-state, power supply fundamentals, and integrated circuits. Lab assignments provide opportunities to construct and analyze basic circuits while learning proper use of test equipment. No Prerequisite. This class counts towards a technical elective. EET103 Electronics Drafting (3 Credits) Teaches industry-standard skills and techniques needed for mechanical-and computer-based drafting of art work, component layout, logic, and schematic diagrams. One day a week on Fridays. No Prerequisite. EET115 PC Electronics I (6 Credits) Provides students with the underlying theory and basic principles necessary for the understanding of direct current (DC), alternating current (AC), solid state circuits and devices, and digital fundamentals applicable to personal computers and microprocessor-based systems. Topics include: safety concerns related to working with electrical devices; basic electrical components and wiring; electronic test instruments, tools, and fasteners; electrical units and nomenclature; principles and analysis of series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits; electrical power generation and control; semiconductor devices and circuits; integrated circuits; digital fundamentals; and microcomputer basics. In addition to enhancing learning by providing practical applications of theoretical circuit models, lab assignments provide opportunities for increased competency and knowledge in the proper application and use of industry standard test equipment. Co-requisite MATH 65 EET116 PC Electronics II (6 Credits) Provides students with an introduction into the digital theory and application that is fundamental to PC and Microprocessor technology. Topics include personal and equipment safety as it relates to electricity and electrostatic discharge. Students will learn how to wire, test, and troubleshoot basic digital circuits that comprise the microprocessor and PC environment. In addition to enhancing learning by providing practical applications of theoretical circuit models, lab assignments provide opportunities for increased competency and knowledge in the proper application and use of industry standard test equipment. EET125 Electronics Fundamentals I (DC) (6 Credits) Covers the theory and application of direct current electrical concepts. Topics include common electrical components and measuring instruments; the utilization of scientific and engineering notation with mathematical analysis involving electrical and magnetic units; atomic basis of electrical activity; use of Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Laws to analyze electrical circuits; interrelationship of energy and power and the use of Watt's Law; analysis of voltage, current, and resistance relationships in series, parallel, and series-parallel resistive networks; circuit theorems and source conversions; branch, mesh, and node analysis methods; and theory and application of magnetism and electromagnetism. EET130 Digital Fundamentals I (5 Credits) Explores binary, octal, and hexadecimal number systems, truth tables, and logic devices. Includes the simplification of logic expressions using Boolean algebra, DeMorgan's theorems, and Karnaugh maps. Provides analysis of combination logic circuits and their operation, and examines the characteristics of TTL and CMOS digital ICs. Provides hands-on laboratory experience to enhance theoretical concepts and develop troubleshooting skills. Prerequisites: MTH 60 EET131 Digital Fundamentals II (5 Credits) Examines combination logic analysis and synthesis, implementation of logic circuits and systems with TTL and CMOS devices, minimization techniques, and analog to digital conversion circuitry. Includes information on sequential circuits (flip-flop, register transfer), and hands-on troubleshooting of digital circuits with digital logic analyzers. Coursework includes an introduction to the Intel 8086 microprocessor including architecture, addressing, assembly language programming, and interfacing. Prerequisite: EET130. EET140 Solid State Fundamentals (6 Credits) Examines solid state devices and circuit theory, including semiconductor theory, diodes, bipolar junction transistors, and field effect transistors. Graphical, analytical, and modeling techniques will be used to analyze these devices for standard DC and AC applications. Heavy emphasis is on problem solving and circuit theory relating to a variety of solid state devices. Including computations, theory, and troubleshooting skills, including the use of computer-based solution software. Prerequisites: EET125 and EET126 EET240 Computer Software/Hardware Architecture I (5 Credits) Addresses hardware and software architecture systems in personal computers. Studies timing, decoding, memory addressing, and porting of microprocessor systems. Investigates analog and digital interfacing and maximum mode system operations as well as synchronous and asynchronous data communications. Prerequisites: EET115, EET116, and CS227. CS227 PC Hardware Fundamentals and Repair (4
Credits) Provides students with theory and hands-on exploration towards the maintenance and repair of personal computers. Emphasis is on providing students with the hardware competencies needed to pass the A+ Certification exam. Students will become familiar with the necessary tools and equipment involved in computer servicing and the specifics of hardware upgrades. Topics include troubleshooting, upgrading, IRQ/Memory conflicts, safety, fundamental electronics measurement, and proper documentation techniques. Prerequisites: MTH95, CS140, and permission of instructor. EET 280 CWE/Engineering (1-4 Credits) Cooperative Work Experience provides work-related experience in various engineering positions. For every credit signed up for equates to 33 hours of work experience. Most students sign up for between 2-4 credits per term. |