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Electronics Course Descriptions
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| ETC110 Computer
Technology Fundamentals |
3 Credits |
This theory/lab
course is designed as a hands-on approach to
understanding the fundamentals of computer
technology in preparation for the CompTIA
A+® Essentials Certification Exam. Topics such as: PC system builds and
hardware configurations, PC system
components, operating system installation,
operating system configurations, operating
system architecture, the command line,
storage media, peripherals, laptops and
portable, printers, network setup and
security will be covered in detail. Much
emphasis will be placed upon communication
and professionalism with a view towards the
computer technology service industry.
Application projects employing the Microsoft
Office Suite will be required.
Prerequisite: Basic Microsoft Office and Internet skills. |
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| ETC112 Apple Computer Support Essentials |
3 Credits |
This unique theory/lab course is designed
as a hands-on approach to understanding the fundamentals
of the Apple line of desktop and portable computer systems
in preparation for Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT)
Exams. Desktop and portable system hardware along with the Mac
OS X operating system will be covered in detail. Comparisons
between Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows 7, and Linux distribution
operating systems will be made throughout the course.
Prerequisite: ETC110. |
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| ETC119 Digital
Electronics |
3 Credits |
This theory/lab course
will introduce students to the fundamentals of
digital electronics circuits, systems, and applications.
Topics to be covered include: numbering systems, digital
logic gates, combinational logic circuits, Boolean algebra,
analog-to-digital conversion, integrated circuit applications,
digital circuit controls, flip-flops, registers, counters,
digital storage, and microprocessor/microcontroller fundamentals.
The lab component of this course is designed to reinforce theory
by providing hands-on applications through a series of related
lab projects. Students will build, test, measure, and troubleshoot
digital circuits using integrated circuits. Electronic test and
measurement equipment such as the digital storage oscilloscope,
wave-form generator, digital logic probe, digital multi-meter
(DMM), variable DC power supply, and proto-board will be used
throughout the course.
Prerequisite: ETL113. |
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| ETC125 Semiconductor
Fundamentals |
3 Credits |
This theory/lab
course will introduce students to a wide
range of semiconductor devices, associated
circuit theory and practical applications.
Topics to be covered include: semiconductor
theory, diode types, rectifier circuits,
power supply design, soldering techniques,
optoelectronics, BJT characteristics, transistor
circuit biasing, transistor switching and
amplification circuits, FETs, SCRs, and Triacs.
The lab component of this course is designed to
reinforce theory by providing hands-on
applications through a series of related
lab projects. Students will build, test,
measure, and troubleshoot electrical circuits
using an array of semiconductor devices. Electronic
test and measurement equipment such as the digital
storage oscilloscope, function generator, digital
multi-meter (DMM), variable DC power supply,
soldering station, and proto-board will be used
throughout the course. During the course
students will build their own variable DC power supply.
Co-requisite: ETL114. |
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| ETC210 Web Applications |
3 Credits |
This course is designed to provide an introduction to Internet technologies and the applications supporting these services. The course also provides a broad coverage of the software, programming, troubleshooting, and application concepts that students would encounter in a variety of entry-level software related careers. Students will participate in classroom labs and discussions and design a final project encompassing topics covered in the course.
Prerequisite: ETC110. |
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| ETC211 Networking
Operating Systems |
3 Credits |
This course is designed to provide an introduction to network operating systems, with an emphasis on Windows 2008 Server. Additional topics in network administration, IP networking and routing are also introduced. These areas of concentration will prepare students for entry into network support and administration positions. Students will participate in classroom labs and discussions, write research and analysis papers, and design a final project encompassing topics covered in the course.
Prerequisite: ETC110.
Co-requisite: ETC241. |
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| ETC220 Microprocessor
Fundamentals |
3 Credits |
This theory/lab course will introduce students to microprocessor architecture, programming and systems control. The C programming language will be introduced and developed using Microsoft’s Visual Studio, as well as Microchip’s PIC microcontroller platform. Students will design, build and program a microprocessor based “robotics” project utilizing the Motorola 68HC11 microcontroller based Handy Board® in order to meet a set of predetermined systems control goals.
Prerequisite: ETC110, ETC119, ETC125. |
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| ETC225 Analog Circuits |
3 Credits |
This theory/lab course is a continuation of Semiconductor Devices and will focus on analog circuits configured as linear amplifiers. Topics to be covered include: BJT amplifier configurations, linear amplifier gain, multistage amplifiers, power amplifiers, amplifier frequency response, operational amplifiers, photo transistors, active filters, oscillators, and tuned amplifier circuits. The lab component of the course is designed to reinforce theory by providing hands-on applications through a series of related lab projects. Students will build, test, measure and troubleshoot a number of complex analog amplifier circuits using proto-boards.
Prerequisite: ETC125. |
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| ETC240 Electronic
Communication Systems |
3 Credits |
This course will introduce students to the circuits and systems behind both analog and digital electronic communication systems with an emphasis on wireless connectivity. Topics to be covered include: RF spectrum analysis, modulation techniques, broadcast transmitters and receivers, digital signaling techniques, transmission lines, radio–wave propagation, antenna design, television broadcast, CATV, video systems, HDTV, cellular telephone, and microwave communication systems. Students will employ advanced skills in the use of electronic test and measure equipment in both the time and frequency domain. This course is designed to prepare students for the Electronics Technicians Association (ETA), Associate Electronics Technician (CET), and FCC Certification exams.
Prerequisite: ETC119;
Co-requisite: ETC225. |
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| ETC241 Digital / Data
Communications |
3 Credits |
This course will provide an introduction to data communication systems with a focus on computer network architecture in preparation for CompTIA’s Net+® Certification Exam. Topics to be covered include: network transmission media, TCP/IP protocol suite, The OSI Model, network topologies, structured cabling, WAN architecture, fiber optic systems, voice/video over IP, network integrity and network security. Students will be required to present a final project related to network security.
Prerequisites: ETC110, ETC119;
Co-requisite: ETC245. |
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| ETC244 Electronic
Application Lab |
1 Credit |
The Electronics Applications Lab is designed as a hands-on approach to develop the student’s confidence, skills and abilities in schematic analysis, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair of advanced electronic circuitry as typically found in consumer electronics products. Circuit diagnostics and troubleshooting skills in power supply, microprocessor, audio, and video circuits will be demonstrated. Customer service skills, customer billing, fault documentation and business marketing will be stressed throughout the course. Each student will be required to successfully troubleshoot and diagnose 24 “real life” circuit faults on the Magnavox Television Troubleshooting-Trainer.
Prerequisite: ETC119;
Co-requisites: ETC225, ETC240. |
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| ETC245 Networking
Applications Lab |
1 Credit |
The Networking Applications Lab is designed as a hands-on approach to voice, data, and video, cabling, termination and testing. Cabling techniques including: telephone, CAT5; coax, and fiber optics will be covered throughout the course. Installation, termination, punch-down and testing of these “wired” media will be performed. The TIA/EIA 568 Structured Cabling standards will be reviewed and practiced. Each student will build and configure a complete network, including all cabling, terminations, rack mounts, configurations, and server setup.
Co-requisite: ETC241. |
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| ETC250 Computer
Technology Applications |
3 Credits |
This course is designed as a hands-on approach to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for entrance into a computer technology career as a desktop and network support technician. The course consists of a series of specific application projects, each of which is designed to develop and broaden the students’ knowledge and computer technology skills as required by today’s computer support professionals. Resume development and job interview skills will also be presented and practiced during the course. This course is designed to prepare students for CompTIA’s A+® Essentials and Practical Applications Certification Exam.
Prerequisites: ETC110, ETC112, ETC210. |
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