Electronics Fundamentals, Diploma

Program Details

Semester 1

• ELT 108 - Math-Electronics & Computers Credits: 4
• ELT 324 - Digital Electronics Lab Credits: 2
• ELT 325 - Digital Electronics Credits: 3
• ELT 383 - Electronic Circuit Analysis Credits: 3
• ELT 384 - Electronic Circuit Anlys. Lab Credits: 2
• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
• Any 3 credits AAS Degree Core Social and Behavioral Science /Humanities  :  Credits: 3

Semester 2

• ELT 387 - Electric Circuit Analysis II Credits: 3
• ELT 388 - Elec Circuit Analysis II Lab Credits: 2
• ELT 393 - Fabrication Techniques Credits: 4
• Any 3 credits AAS Degree Core Communications  Credits: 3
• Select 3-5 Credits from Option 1  Credits: 3-5

Semester 3

• ELT 728 - Motor Controls and Power Electronics Credits: 4
• Select 3-4 credits from Option 2  Credits: 3-4

Total Credits Required to Complete this Diploma - 40*

*Total credits is calculated using the least number of credits need to satisfy the option requirements.

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$193.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for the program: $9,215**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate costs.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Install, diagnose and repair a wide variety of Electronics/electromechanical systems including  business equipment, consumer equipment, audio-visual equipment, circuit-board repair and network and computer equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibrations and upgrades on existing equipment.
• Maintain service records.
• Interact with administration, coworkers, customers, users, vendors and other trades.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Demonstrate knowledge of test equipment used for testing, calibrating and maintaining electronic equipment.
• Apply knowledge to problems with the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to understand technical manuals and reference material to upgrade existing skills and learn new skills.
• Communicate with managers and staff regarding the safe operation, installation, and modification of electronic systems.

What Else Should I Consider about this Diploma program?

• Demonstrate the ability to be a “self-starter”.

Program Competencies

1. Identify components and their basic functions.
2. Demonstrate basic electrical test equipment use and limitations.
3. Demonstrate basic skills of electronic circuit repair.
4. Perform basic electrical troubleshooting.

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