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EC
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111 |
Electronics
Theory I |
4 Credits |
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Introduction to the components of electronics, both
passive and active. Subjects studied include power supplies, solid
state components, frequency, resistance, capacitance, modulation,
wave theory, testing devices and electronic systems.
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EC
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117 |
Electronics
Theory II |
4 Credits |
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Exploration of regulated power supplies, audio
amplifiers, IF amplifiers, oscillators and antenna design. Extensive
troubleshooting is utilized. Compact disk theory and troubleshooting
will also be studied. An AM/FM radio receiver is analyzed as an
example of an electronic one-way communication system.
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EC
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121 |
DC/AC Circuit |
4 Credits |
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Direct current (DC) theory and the fundamentals of
series and parallel DC circuits. An introduction to the concept of
electricity and its behavior with respect to conductors and
resistance devices. The study of alternating current (AC) circuits
begins with the generation of a sine wave and review of
trigonometric functions and continues through resonance and filter
circuits.
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EC
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127 |
Solid State |
3 Credits |
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Comprehensive study of transistors, thyristors,
diodes, and linear IC devices. Beginning with basic P-N junction
theory and audio transistor amplifier design. The three basic
transistor configurations and their characteristics are stressed for
the bipolar transistor and the field effect transistor.
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EC
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137 |
Digital |
2 Credits |
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Introduction to binary notation and numbering systems
including octal and hexadecimal. Emphasis is also placed on logic
gates, truth tables, flip flops, counters, and basic computer
architecture.
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EC
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151 |
Electronics Lab I |
3 Credits |
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Experience with soldering, hand tools, components,
color code, Ohm’s law, and reading circuit diagrams. Work with
ohmmeters, ammeters, voltmeters, power supplies and other devices is
included. This lab examines AC/DC circuit characteristics, including
capacitance and inductance. Construction of a digital multimeter is
taught.
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EC
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157 |
Electronics Lab II |
3 Credits |
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Continuation of EC 151. Semiconductors and integrated
circuit devices are discussed. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting
of audio and RF amplifier circuits, push-pull amplifiers, discrete
components, operational amplifiers, and basic digital circuits. An
AM/FM radio is built. Other electronic projects are constructed in
addition to creating a printed circuit board.
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EC
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161 |
Electronics
Mathematics |
2 Credits |
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General review of electronic mathematics. Logarithms
and trigonometric functions, use of an electronic calculator, and
the solution of electronic problems are introduced.
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EC
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211 |
Wireless
Communications I |
4 Credits |
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Fundamentals from the basic electronics core
subjects. The study of radio frequency communications begins with an
in-depth analysis of AM modulation. The AM transmitter and receiver
are studied for both low power and high power applications.
Electronic theory, circuits and tests and measurements are studied.
The primary focus is on frequency modulation (FM). The transmitter
and receiver are studied, as well as applications. The two types of
modulations are explored in transceiver and radio repeater fields.
Other areas covered include transmission lines, radio wave
propagation, and antenna theory.
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EC
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217 |
Wireless
Communications II |
3 Credits |
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Expansion of theories covered in EC 211.
Communication techniques, land mobile radio operations, cellular
telephony, 800 Mhz trunking, and emerging technologies, including
PCS, are introduced. Microwave and data communications are also
covered.
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EC
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221 |
Television
Technology |
2 Credits |
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The television industry including transmitting and
receiving. The complex nature of cable and signal distribution is
analyzed. The NTSC television waveform is studied. The terminology
of television is introduced and video circuits are studied.
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EC
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234 |
Introduction to Data
Transmission |
3 Credits |
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Exploration of data transmission. The starting point
for this study is the personal computer. The world of data
communications becomes the primary focus. The OSI model and its
applications to various data communication is explored. Local Area
Networks (LAN) and WAN receive much attention.
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EC
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241 |
Fundamentals of Telephony/CPE |
3 Credits |
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Exploration of voice communication. The current
telecommunications and PSTN environment is investigated. Customer
premise equipment such as 2500 sets, multi-line telephones, key
systems, PBXs, voice-mail systems, and structured cabling systems
are studied.
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EC
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245 |
Fiber Optics |
1 Credit |
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Fiber optics in all technologies. Selection of fiber
optic cable, installation, splicing, termination and testing are
taught.
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EC
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248 |
Central
Office Equipment |
3 Credits |
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Continuation of EC 241. Examination of central office
(CO) equipment is the major area of study. CO peripheral equipment,
multiplexing and multiplexing equipment, and switching and switching
equipment are basic areas of study. Prerequisite: EC 241.
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EC
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249 |
Telephone
Outside Plant |
3 Credits |
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Continuation of EC 241. The outside plant design and
maintenance in telephony is studied. Twisted pair and optical fiber,
the two primary types of transmission media are examined. Electrical
protection equipment is emphasized.
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EC
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251 |
Electronics
Laboratory III |
3 Credits |
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Theory and techniques in an applied environment.
Experience performing laboratory experiments and troubleshooting
defective electronic equipment proves useful. The school district’s
telephone and cable systems are used as a learning environment.
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EC
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257 |
Electronics
Laboratory IV |
4 Credits |
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Continuation of EC 251. Advanced troubleshooting
procedures are presented. Systems studied include the school
district’s telephone and cable system, televisions, VCRs, two-way
communication devices, and other related equipment.
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