Degree/Diploma Course Descriptions
ELCTEC-133 Credits: 4 Medical Imaging Equipment
Students develop a foundation in the field of medical imaging with a focus on x-ray systems service. Topics include applications and equipment theory for radi- ographic, fluoroscopic, vascular, and cardiac imaging systems. Classroom knowledge is enhanced through hands-on lab activities that replicate real work situations. Students will calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of radiographic and mammographic equipment.
Prerequisites: ELCTEC-134, ELCTEC-137, NATSCI-177 and completion or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-176.
ELCTEC-134 Credits: 4 Biomedical Instrumentation
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of biomed- ical instrumentation and associated technologies. System and safety tests and measurements are per- formed using typical equipment found in area healthcare facilities. Students reinforce theoretical concepts while developing practical troubleshooting skills. Prerequisites:
ELCTEC-120 or ELCTEC-118 and NATSCI-177 and completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-140.
ELCTEC-137 Credits: 2 Biomedical Electronics Technician Internship 1
Students are assigned to area hospitals or clinical technicians to assist with preventive maintenance, cal- ibration and repair of medical equipment. The use and operation of basic test equipment is introduced along with guidelines for properly documenting procedures.
Prerequisites: Completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-134.
ELCTEC-138 Credits: 2 Biomedical Electronics Technician Internship 2
Under the supervision of hospital or clinic technicians, students enhance their skills by troubleshooting patient care and diagnostic equipment, and various medical imaging systems. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-137
and ELCTEC-134 and completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-133.
ELCTEC-139 Credits: 3 Advanced Biomedical Electronics
This course is designed to help prepare students in the biomedical electronics field for taking related profession- al certification exams. Equipment demonstrations, along with in-depth technical discussions, will culminate intern- ship experiences and previous classroom instruction as it relates to biomedical equipment technician certifica- tion. Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent registra-
tion in ELCTEC-133 and ELCTEC-138.
ELCTEC-140 Credits: 3 Microprocessors
Students apply microprocessor and bus concepts by designing and building a parallel port, serial port, memory board and other modules that interface to an Intel-based PC system. Diagnostic software is written and oscilloscope measurements are made to test and troubleshoot interfaces built in the lab. Prerequisites:
ELCTEC-130 or ELCTEC-117 and completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-120 and MATH-116.
ELCTEC-141 Credits: 3 Microcontrollers
This course covers the operation and applications of microcontrollers. Programming and interfacing of these devices and their peripherals are discussed in lecture and experienced in laboratory projects. Prerequisites:
ELCTEC-140 or ELCTEC-119.
ELCTEC-154 Credits: 3 Electronic Communications
The traditional aspects of electronic communications, such as amplitude modulation (AM) and frequency modulation (FM), are studied. Important elements underlying data communication theory and systems are focused on as well. A unique approach, with the aid of laboratory exercises, helps form abstract concepts into practical skills. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-111 or ELCTEC-
116 and ELCTEC-120 or ELCTEC-118 and completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-140.
ELCTEC-155 Credits: 4 TV Broadcast Systems
This course focuses on the technical aspects of ana- log and digital broadcast television and radio. Transmit and receive systems along with the discussion of oper- ational parameters are emphasized. Associated FCC rules and regulations in the broadcast industry are also introduced. Signal analysis and equipment diag- nosis are used in the lab to reinforce theory and aid in developing troubleshooting skills. Prerequisites:
ELCTEC-140 or ELCTEC-119 and completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-154.
ELCTEC-156 Credits: 4 Advanced Electronic Communications
Advanced study in electronic communications is pre- sented, including wireless communication systems and equipment. Wave propagation, antenna theory, high frequency systems and FCC rules and regulations are introduced. Lab exercises incorporating working sys- tems reinforce the theory. Prerequisite: ELCTEC-154
ELCTEC-157 Credits: 2 Telephone Systems
Students study plain old telephone systems (POTS) and equipment, with digital system theory incorporated where appropriate. The physical aspects of equipment interfacing with customer premise equipment, tele- phone switches, modems, computers and general data communication equipment are presented.
Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 or ELCTEC-119 and com- pletion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-154.
ELCTEC-158 Credits: 2 Digital Communications Systems
This course is an introduction to digital communication and modulation techniques. After the introduction of source and line coding, methods of modulation and demodulation are studied. A block diagrammatic approach is used for experimenting with various for- mats. Discovery-based learning driven by computer technologies is used to enhance the theoretical con- cepts. Prerequisite: ELCTEC-154.
ELCTEC-162 Credit: 1 Digital Communications
This course is a lab-only version of ELCTEC-158. It provides an introduction to digital communications sys- tems in a lab-based format. Discovery-based learning driven by computer technologies are used to enhance the theoretical concepts. Prerequisite: ELCTEC-154.
ELCTEC-165 Credits: 2 TV Broadcast Workshop 1
Students are introduced to the real-time operation of broadcast television in a state-of-the-art analog and digital facility. With the aid of professional broadcast engineers, students perform various operational and maintenance duties. An opportunity to assist in station productions is included. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 or
ELCTEC-119 and completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-155 and ELCTEC-154.
ELCTEC-166 Credits: 2 TV Broadcast Workshop 2
This course is a continuation of TV Broadcasting Workshop 1. It provides the opportunity to enhance and acquire some additional skills. Advanced areas of operations and maintenance are included. Various options for production operations are offered through- out the semester. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-165 and
completion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-156 and ELCTEC-158.
ELCTEC-170 Credits: 3 Computer Systems
Students install, configure and upgrade current com- puter-based hardware including system boards, mem- ory, interface cards, printers and drives. Windows XP with Internet and printing capability is installed, config- ured, protected, updated and used. Word and Excel documents are created. Students browse, search, e- mail and transfer files on the Internet. The Internet is also used to obtain drivers and current computer tech- nical documentation. Prerequisites: Completion of or
concurrent registration in MATH-113.
ELCTEC-172 Credits: 3 Input/Output Programming
Students develop C programming language and Intel microprocessor language programs that monitor and control keyboards, displays, printers, serial devices, and disk drives. To perform these tasks efficiently, a library of input/output functions is built that consists of ROM BIOS, operating system, and student-written function calls. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-173 and ELCTEC-174.
ELCTEC-173 Credits: 3 Computing With C
This course is a survey of computer programming and operation. The C programming language is introduced, with emphasis on developing an initial understanding of the architecture common to all computers. The C language becomes a tool in subsequent computer courses. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 or ELCTEC-119.
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ELCTEC-174 Credits: 3 Hardware Systems
Students install, configure, upgrade, maintain, repair and learn the theory and operation of current comput- er hardware. Modular level troubleshooting techniques are introduced and developed. Computers, printers, displays and other devices are disassembled, ana- lyzed and assembled. Technical manuals and the Internet are used to obtain current computer technical documentation. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-170 and com-
pletion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-173.
ELCTEC-176 Credits: 3 Serial Communications and Networks
Students install, configure, test and solve compatibility problems with networked workstations and servers. Print servers, TCP/IP printers, routers, switches and other network devices are installed, configured for security and tested. Web, FTP, DHCP and DNS serv- ices are added and tested on Windows and Netware servers. Fundamental user and group management tasks are performed. Various communications media and technologies are studied. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-
170 and either ELCTEC-119 or ELCTEC-140.
ELCTEC-178 Credits: 3 Software Systems
Students install the current Windows operating sys- tems, then add service packs, security, critical updates, printer and network services, and other essential components. Configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tools, integrated into Windows, are examined and utilized. Command line tools are also used. The iMac OS X operating system is installed, upgraded, and maintained. The internet is used as a tool to obtain drivers and technical informa- tion. Prerequisites: Completion of or currently enrolled
in ELCTEC-173.
ELCTEC-179 Credits: 3 Advanced Computer Systems
Students learn and practice powerful strategies to identify, isolate and correct failing hardware and soft- ware at the component and modular levels. Windows is installed using alternate methods including unat- tended installation and cloning. Students install the Linux operating system, add web and FTP services, create and manage users and groups, and write scripts. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-174 and ELCTEC-178.
ELCTEC-181 Credit: 3 Wind Power I
This course is an introduction to the basics of Wind Energy systems. The course combines lectures and tours of specific topics within Wind Energy systems. The student will be introduced to the process of cap- turing wind energy and converting to electrical energy. Topics will include atmospheric causes for wind, wind turbines, siting and inverters. The final project will include an evaluation and/or design of a Wind Energy system as either a home scale installation or utility scale wind farm. Prerequisite: MATH-113.
ELCTEC-186 Credit: 1 Fabrication Techniques
This course is a practical approach to
construction/repair of electronic equipment. Topics include shop safety, soldering techniques including SMDs, connectors, fasteners, ESD control, use of hand and power tools, PC board layout, schematic interpreta- tion, and industrial/military standards. The course includes projects in which theories of topics are applied.
Prerequisites: ELCTEC-110 or ELCTEC-115.
ELCTEC-192 Credits: 2 Basic Industrial Hydraulics/Pneumatics
Students are introduced to symbology, diagram logic, operation and application of various hydraulic/pneumat- ic devices used on an automated machine or automat- ed process as they apply to electronic technology.
Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 or ELCTEC-119.
ELCTEC-195 Credits: 4 Motors and Controls
This course covers the operational characteristics of DC and AC motors, generators and transformers, with par- ticular emphasis on applications. Servometers, tachometers, synchros, and resolvers are studied.
Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 or ELCTEC-119.
ELCTEC-196 Credits: 3 Programmable Controllers
This course is a study of programmable controllers. The history and principles of operation and the installation, programming and maintenance of the programmable controller are covered in lecture, demonstration, and laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 or
ELCTEC-119.
ELCTEC-197 Credits: 3 Variable Speed Drive Systems
This course covers the operating characteristics of vari- ous types of motors and the operation of devices used in power control. Theory of operation and troubleshooting of speed controls and variable frequency drives are empha- sized. Prerequisites: ELCTEC-140 and ELCTEC-198
ELCTEC-198 Credits: 3 Advanced Programmable Controllers
This course is a study of advanced programmable con- troller concepts. The advanced features and instructions of the programmable controller are covered in lecture, demonstration and laboratory exercises. The student applies these concepts to interface the PLC to HMI equipment, Robots, VFD motor controls and various communication protocols. Prerequisite: ELCTEC-196.
ELCTEC-199 Credits: 3 Automated Systems
Built upon knowledge of machinery and control funda- mentals from previous courses, the student will develop a systems approach to the control of manufacturing operations and industrial process. Systems are ana- lyzed using block diagrams with programmable con- trollers and robotics incorporated into the systems.
Prerequisites: ELCTEC-195, ELCTEC-196 and comple- tion of or currently enrolled in ELCTEC-192.