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ETC110 Computer Operating Systems I 3 Credits
This theory/lab course is designed as a hands-on approach to understanding
the fundamentals of computer operating system technology. Computer operating
system installation, configuration, architecture, and diagnostics will be
covered in detail with emphasis placed upon the Microsoft’s client side
family of operating systems. Application projects employing the Microsoft XP
Office Suite will be required. This course is designed to prepare students
for CompTIA’s A+® Certification Exam.
Prerequisite: Introductory Computer Skills.
ETC119 Digital
Electronics 3 Credits
This theory/lab
course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of digital
electronics, concepts, and applications. Topics such as: numbering systems,
logic gates, combinational logic, circuit reduction techniques, digital
control, flip-flops, registers, counters, and storage will be covered in
detail. The lab component of the course is designed to reinforce the theory
by providing a series of hands-on applications combined with
computer-simulated lab experiments. Using the breadboard, students will
build, test, and troubleshoot a multitude of common digital application
circuits.
Prerequisite: ETL113.
ETC125
Semiconductor Fundamentals
3 Credits
This theory/lab
course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of
semiconductor devices and their applications. Topics such as: semiconductor
construction, diode circuits, power supply design, transistor circuits,
voltage regulators, FET’s, opto-electronics, SCR’s, triacs, component
packaging, and testing will be covered in detail. The lab component of the
course is designed to reinforce the theory by providing a series of hands-on
applications combined with computer simulated lab experiments. Electronic
test and measure equipment such as: dual trace oscilloscopes, signal
generators, digital multi-meters (DMM), capacitor/inductor analyzers,
soldering stations, and bread boards will be used throughout the course.
During the course students will build their own variable DC power supply.
Pre/Co-requisite: ETL114.
ETC210 Computer
Operating Systems Applications 3 Credits
This course is
designed to provide an introduction to the applications commonly encountered
by technology workers, with a focus on Internet technologies. 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 or permission of instructor.
ETC211 Network
Operating Systems
3 Credits
This course is designed to provide an introduction to network operating
systems, with an emphasis on Windows 2003 Server. The focus on this
operating system will allow students to develop depth of skills in network
management tasks that are relevant to any modern network operating system.
Students will participate in classroom labs and discussions, write research
and analysis papers, and design a final project encompassing topics covered
in the course.
Pre/Co-requisite: ETC110, ETC241 or permission of instructor.
ETC220
Microprocessor Fundamentals 3 Credits
This theory/lab
course will focus on microprocessor architecture, its bus structure, and
associated applications. Introduction to the C programming language along
with an associated robotics design project are major components of this
course. Students will design, build and program a robotics project utilizing
the Motorola 68HC11 Microcontroller based Handyboard®. The project will
require students to design, build, and program a "robot" in order to meet a
set of predetermined process control goals.
Prerequisite:
ETC119
ETC225 Analog
Circuit Analysis
3 Credits
This theory/lab
course, as a continuation of Semiconductor Fundamentals, will focus on
analog circuit configurations and their applications. Topics such as:
amplifier configurations, multistage amplifiers, power amplifiers, FET’s,
frequency response, operational amplifiers, active filters, and oscillators
will be covered in detail. The lab component of the course is designed to
reinforce the theory by providing a series of hands-on applications combined
with computer-simulated lab experiments. Students will build, test, and
troubleshoot analog circuits leading up to a final analog circuit design
project. This course is designed to prepare students for the International
Society of Certified Electronics Technician ISCET® professional exam.
Prerequisite:
ETC125
ETC227
Experiential Education - AECT
3 Credits This course is designed to provide students with practical
experience in their chosen occupation by working as an intern at a local
business or industry. A daily journal will be used to keep track of the
internship experience with a final report of the experiential education
required. Employment seeking skills such as writing cover letters, filling
out applications, job interviewing, and resume construction will also be
included. Exit interviews will be conducted by the Trades and Technology
Department upon completion of the course. Prerequisite: Successful
completion of all semester 1, 2, and 3 courses in the AECT program.
ETC240
Audio/Video Technology 3 Credits
This course is
designed to introduce students to the technologies behind both analog and
digital electronic communication systems with an emphasis on wireless
connectivity. Topics such as: RF spectrum analysis, modulation techniques,
broadcast transmitters and receivers, transmission lines, radio-wave
propagation, antenna design, television broadcast, HDTV, cellular telephone,
and microwave communication will be discussed and researched. Technical
response papers along with multimedia presentations are an integral
requirement of this course.
Pre/Co-requisite: ETC125 or permission of instructor.
ETC241
Digital/Data Communications
3 Credits
This course is
designed to introduce students to the technologies behind both digital and
data communications systems and equipment. Topics such as data transmission
protocols, TCP/IP, The OSI Model, cabling techniques, wireless systems,
fiber optic technology, local/wide area networks, PSTN system architecture,
Internet architecture, and network security will be covered in detail. This
course is designed to prepare students for CompTIA’s Net+® Certification
Exam.
Prerequisite:
ETC240 or permission of instructor.
ETC244
Electronic Applications Lab
1 Credit
This application lab is designed
as a hands-on approach to develop a student’s confidence, skills, and
abilities in schematic analysis, troubleshooting and repair of electronic
circuits and products. Each student will be required to successfully
troubleshoot and diagnose 24 ―real life‖ circuit faults ranging from power
supply, video, audio, to microprocessor circuits using a Magnavox Television
Troubleshooting-Trainer. Customer service skills, customer billing, fault
documentation, and business marketing will be stressed throughout this
course. Pre/Co-requisite: ETC225, ETC240.
ETC245
Networking Applications Lab 1 Credit
This application
lab is designed as a hands-on approach to the world of voice, data, and
video cabling. Cable connectivity 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 done.
The TIA/EIA 568 Structured Cabling standards will be examined and reviewed.
Networks will be built from the ground up, including all cabling, TCP/IP
configurations, and network diagnostic utilities.
Pre/Co-requisite: ETC241, or permission of instructor.
ETC250 Computer
Hardware Technology 3 Credits
This theory/lab course is
designed as a hands-on approach to examine computer technology applications
as it relates to the practical skills needed for today’s desktop support and
network support technicians. Topics such as: motherboards, memory, storage
devices, I/O’s, multimedia, monitors, printers, notebook computers,
local/wide area networks, operating systems installation, setup, and
troubleshooting will be covered in detail. Recent releases of both the MAC
and Linux operating systems will also be examined. This course is designed
to prepare students for CompTIA’s A+® Certification Exam. Prerequisite:
ETC110, or permission of instructor. |
