MERCED COLLEGE
Electricity-Electronics
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
DEGREES
A.A. - Computer and Networking Technology
A.A. - Electrical Technology
A.A. - Electronics Technician
A.A. - Instrumentation and Process Control Technology
A.A. - Mechatronics/Automated Systems Technician
CERTIFICATES
Computer and Networking Technology
Electronics Technician
Industrial Electrical Technician
Instrumentation and Process Control Technology
Mechatronics/Automated Systems Technician
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Program Description
The Electronics Department at Merced College is offering crossdisciplinary curricula that prepare students for rewarding entry-level
technician positions in various high-tech fields as Electronics, Electrical,
Computer Networking and Industrial Electronics, and Instrumentation and
Process Control.
These programs introduce students to electrical and electronics tools,
components, circuits, energy sources, analog and digital integrated
devices that can be found in complex technical equipment. Hands-on
laboratory exercises are designed to develop real-world practical skills
in using modern test equipment for troubleshooting circuits and repairing
various industrial computerized systems and networks, specific to each
area of study.
Career Opportunities
Students who graduate with a degree in electronics have many work
opportunities. There are wide variety of businesses that are looking for
workers with good electronics background to maintain, repair electronic
equipment or to provide technical support to engineers in such areas as
research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process.
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DEGREE (5/13)
A.A. - Computer and Networking Technology
(09040.AA)
For an Associate in Arts Degree in Computer and Networking Technology,
students must meet the graduation requirements and complete the
required program courses with a minimum grade of a C in each course
and have a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in accomplishing
job related tasks.
B. Demonstrate field related entry level theoretical and practical skills.
C. Employ the principles of job related safety requirements.
Core:Units
CPSC-30
Computer Applications............................................... 3
CPSC-40A
or
ELCT-40A
Networking for Home and Small Businesses............. 3
CPSC-40B
or
ELCT-40B
Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP........ 3
ELCT-30
or
ELCT-31
Exploring the World of Electricity and Electronics...... 3
ELCT-34
ELCT-36
ELCT-40C
ELCT-40D
ELCT-44
ELCT-51A
Digital Logic Circuits and Systems............................. 3
Networking Topologies and Cabling........................... 3
Routing and Switching in the Enterprise.................... 3
Designing and Supporting Computer Networks......... 3
Electronics Project Design, Fabrication and Repair... 3
Personal Computer Configuration, Assembly and
Repair......................................................................... 3
A+ Certification Training............................................. 3
33-35
ELCT-51B
Networking for Home and Small Businesses............. 3
Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP........ 3
Foundations of Electronics - DC and AC Circuits...... 5
DEGREE (2/08)
A.A. - Electrical Technology (09200.AA)
For an Associate in Arts Degree in Electrical Technology, students must
meet the graduation requirements and complete the following required
courses.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Exhibit the ability to communicate effectively in accomplishing job
related tasks.
B. Demonstrate field related entry level theoretical and practical skills.
C. Recognize an appreciation for life-long learning.
D. Employ the principles of job related safety requirements.
Core:Units
DRFT-44
Print Reading and Sketching..................................... 3
ELCT-30
or
ELCT-31
or
ELCT-52
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Exploring the World of Electricity and Electronics...... 3
Foundations of Electronics - DC and AC Circuits...... 5
Introduction to Electricity and Electronics.................. 3
2015-2016 CATALOG
2015-2016 CATALOG
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ELCT-41
ELCT-42A
Industrial Motor and Equipment Control.................... 3
Principles and Applications of Programmable Logic
Controllers.................................................................. 2
ELCT-47
Electrical Motors, Generators, Transformers, and AC
Distribution................................................................. 3
ELCT-55
Electrical Conduit Bending Theory and Techniques... 1
INDT-35
Electrical Wiring......................................................... 3
INDT-49
Electrical Codes and Ordinances............................... 3
WELD-06
Fundamentals of Oxy-Fuel Welding and Shielded
Metal Arc Welding...................................................... 3
Plus six units from the following electives:
INDT-10
Agricultural and Industrial Technical Skills................. 3
INDT-25
Fluid Power................................................................ 3
INDT-41
Industrial Power Transmission................................... 3
INDT-51
Ventilation & Air Conditioning Systems...................... 6
30-32
DEGREE (5/13)
A.A. - Electronics Technician (09250.AA)
For an Associate in Arts Degree in Electronics Technician, students must
meet the general education requirements and complete the required
program courses with a minimum grade of a C in each course and have a
minimum grade point average of 2.0.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Develop the lifelong learning skills necessary to think and to
act competently in a complex, diverse, and constantly changing
technologies.
B. Differentiate between “Active” and “Passive” electronics components
and analyze a basic electronic circuit with DC and/or AC voltage
source.
C. Demonstrate autonomous thinking, problem-solving strategies
to facilitate working effectively both, in teams and individually, to
accomplish an assigned project.
D. Develop practical skills in working with electronics test equipment to
be able to trouble shoot electronic circuits.
Core:Units
DRFT-04A
Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting............... 3
ELCT-30
or
ELCT-31
Exploring the World of Electricity and Electronics...... 3
ELCT-32
ELCT-34
ELCT-35
Fundamentals of Analog Electronics.......................... 5
Digital Logic Circuits and Systems............................. 3
Microcontrollers and Programming with Robotics
Applications................................................................ 4
Networking Topologies and Cabling........................... 3
Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control......... 3
Electronics Project Design, Fabrication and Repair... 3
PC Configuration, Assembly & Repair....................... 3
30-32
ELCT-36
ELCT-43A
ELCT-44
ELCT-51A
Foundations of Electronics - DC and AC Circuits...... 5
2015-2016 CATALOG
DEGREE (5/13)
A.A. - Instrumentation and Process Control
Technology (09650.AA)
An Associate in Arts Degree in Instrumentation and Process Control
Technology will be awarded upon the completion of the required program
courses with a minimum grade of C and the requirements for the general
education.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Exhibit the ability to communicate effectively in accomplishing job
related tasks.
B. Demonstrate field related entry level theoretical and practical skills.
C. Employ the principles of job related safety requirements.
Core:Units
ELCT-30
Exploring the World of Electricity and Electronics...... 3
or
ELCT-31
Foundations of Electronics - DC and AC Circuits...... 5
ELCT-32
ELCT-34
ELCT-35
ELCT-41
ELCT-42A
ELCT-42B
ELCT-43A
ELCT-44
ELCT-47
ELCT-55
Fundamentals of Analog Electronics.......................... 5
Digital Logic Circuits and Systems............................. 3
Microcontrollers and Programming with Robotics
Applications................................................................ 4
Industrial Motor and Equipment Control.................... 3
Programmable Logic Controllers............................... 2
Advanced Topics in PLC Configuration and
Programming.............................................................. 2
Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control......... 3
Electronics Project Design, Fabrication and Repair... 3
Electrical Motors, Generators, Transformers and AC
Distribution................................................................. 3
Electrical Conduit Bending Theory and Techniques... 1
32-34
DEGREE (2/13)
A.A. - Mechatronics/Automated Systems Technology
(09660.AA)
An Associate in Arts Degree in Mechatronics/Automated Systems
Technology will be awarded upon the completion of the graduation
requirements and the required program courses with a minimum grade of
2.0 in each course required for the degree.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Demonstrate entry level theoretical and practical skills applicable to
mechatronics systems.
B. Recognize the importance of following the safety regulations at the
workplace.
C. Exhibit the ability to communicate effectively in accomplishing job
related tasks.
Core:Units
ELCT-31
Foundations of Electronics - DC and AC Circuits...... 5
ELCT-32
Fundamentals of Analog Electronics.......................... 5
ELCT-34
Digital Logic Circuits and Systems............................. 3
ELCT-35
Microcontrollers and Programming with Robotics
Applications................................................................ 4
ELCT-41
Industrial Motor and Equipment Control.................... 3
ELCT-42A
Programmable Logic Controllers............................... 2
ELCT-42B
Advanced Topics in PLC Configuration and
Programming.............................................................. 2
ELCT-56
Introduction to Mechatronics...................................... 4
ELCT-57
Advanced Topics in Mechatronics/Automated
systems...................................................................... 5
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