Industrial Electronics Technology 190 Industrial Electronics Technology Location: Patterson Campus - Bldg. Q Program Information A degree in Industrial Electronics will provide the knowledge to begin a career in the field of maintenance and installation of industrialized computer-controlled machinery and robotics. The program introduces the fundamentals of electricity, electronics, digital techniques, microprocessors, data communications, electronic communications, computer repair, programmable logic controllers, automated electronic applications for industrial applications, and consumer electronics. Students graduating with an Applied Technology Degree in Electronics may receive without testing and upon application, a Class III Certification from NARTE (National Association of Radio and Telecommunications Engineers). National Certification tests such as CET, FCC, and NARTE are given in the department. Occupational Choices Many electronics technicians work as telephone installers, repairers, electronic repairers, office machine repairers, and data processing equipment repairers. Others work for hospitals, electronic repair shops, and firms that provide maintenance under contract. Source: Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, 2009 Survey Average Full-Time Wage The average full time wage for an electronics technician is $17,510 to $61,290. Source: Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, 2009 Survey Awards Available Associate Degree in Applied Technology in Industrial Electronics Technology Short Term Certificate in Industrial Electronics Technology Emphasis: Electronics/Instrumentation/Electrical Technicians Helper Estimated Program Length & Cost* Award Length Associate Degree 5 Terms Short Term Certificate 2 Terms Credit Hours Tuition Fees Books Tools Supplies 73 28 $9,709 $3,724 $700 $700 $500 $300 $200 $100 * Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without prior notice; cost of books may vary considerably among suppliers. The length of the program is based on full-time status of 12-15 credit hours per term. Enrollment in transitional level general education courses will alter the length of the program. H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College Industrial Electronics Technology 191 Requirements for Associate Degree in Applied Technology Industrial Electronics Technology Lab Contact Hours/Wk Credit Hours 1 1 3 3 3 4 4 0 0 0 3 3 3 3 3 1 0 1 Second Semester ILT-162 Solid State Fundamentals ILT-167 AC/DC Machinery and Controls I ILT-129 PC Hardware ELT-209 Motor Controls I ENG-101 English Composition I 1 2 2 1 3 4 3 3 4 0 3 3 3 3 3 Third Semester ILT-163 Digital Fundamentals ILT-201 Industrial Electronics ILT-202 Industrial Electronics Lab ELT-234 P L C Applications MTH-104 Plane Trigonometry 1 3 0 2 3 4 0 6 3 0 3 3 2 3 3 1 4 3 3 0 2 3 0 6 3 0 3 2 3 3 3 0 3 2 3 0 6 0 3 0 3 2 3 3 3 Course # Theory Contact Hours/Wk Course Title First Semester ILT-160 DC Fundamentals ILT-161 AC Fundamentals PSY-200 General Psychology MTH-103 Introduction to Technical Mathematics CIS-130 Introduction to Information Systems OR CIS-146 Microcomputer Applications ORI-101 Orientation to College Fourth Semester ILT-181 Special Topics OR ELT-181 Special Topics ILT-224 Electronic Communications ILT-225 Electronic Communications Lab ELT-231 Introduction to Programmable Controllers ENG-130 Technical Report Writing OR ENG-102 English Composition II OR SPH-106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication Fifth Semester ILT-216 Industrial Robotics ILT-217 Industrial Robotics Lab ILT-262 Certification Preparation ELT-232 Advanced Programmable Controls II ART-100 Art Appreciation OR MUS-101 Music Appreciation Total Hours: 73 Credit Hours; 1,712 Contact Hours A Class III NARTE (National Association of Radio and Telecommunications Engineers) Certificate is granted upon completion of the Associate in Applied Technology Degree. H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College Industrial Electronics Technology 192 Requirements for Short Term Certificate Industrial Electronics Technology Emphasis: Electronics/Instrumentation/Electrical Technician’s Helper Course # Theory Contact Hours/Wk Course Title First Semester ELT-209 Motor Controls 1 ILT-160 DC Fundamentals ILT-161 AC Fundamentals CIS-130 Introduction to Information Systems OR CIS-146 Microcomputer Applications ORI-101 Orientation to College Second Semester ILT-129 PC Hardware ILT-162 Solid State Fundamentals ILT-163 Digital Fundamentals ILT-167 AC/DC Machinery and Controls I ILT-169 Hydraulics/Pneumatics Total Hours: 28 Credit Hours; 704 Contact Hours H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College Lab Contact Hours/Wk Credit Hours 1 1 1 3 4 4 4 0 3 3 3 3 1 0 1 2 1 1 2 2 3 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Industrial Electronics Technology 193 Course Descriptions for Industrial Electronics Technology (ILT) Course # Course Title Theory Contact Hours/Wk Lab Contact Hours/Wk Credit Hours ILT-129 PERSONAL COMPUTER (PC) HARDWARE 2 3 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course covers PC Hardware terminology, component purpose, configuration, pricing and selecting components and systems, for assembling, repairing, and upgrading IBM compatible computers. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to describe the basic systems of a PC and be able to perform disassembly and assembly of same. ILT-160 DC FUNDAMENTALS 1 4 3 PREREQUISITE: None This course provides a study of atomic theory, direct current (DC), properties of conductors and insulators, direct current characteristics of series, parallel, and series parallel circuits. Inductors and capacitors are introduced and their effects on DC circuits are examined. Students are prepared to analyze complex DC circuits, solve for unknown circuits variables and to use basic electronic test equipment. This course also provides hands on laboratory exercises to analyze, construct, test, and troubleshoot direct current circuits. Emphasis is placed on the use of scientific calculator and the operation of common test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot DC and to prove the theories taught during classroom instruction. This is a CORE course. ILT-161 AC FUNDAMENTALS 1 4 3 PREREQUISITE: None This course provides a study of the theory of alternating current (AC). Students are prepared to analyze complex AC circuit configurations with resistor, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe AC circuits and explain the function of AC such as RLC, impedance, phase relationships and power factor. This course also provides hands-on laboratory exercises to analyze alternating current using a variety of circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Emphasis is placed on the operation of common test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits to prove the theories taught. This is a CORE course. ILT-162 SOLID STATE FUNDAMENTALS 1 4 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course provides instruction in basic solid state theory beginning with atomic structure and including devices such as diodes, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, amplifiers, thyristors, operational amplifiers, oscillator and power supply circuits. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of solid-state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis and the use of test equipment to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair typical solid-state device circuits. This course also provides the opportunity for students to apply the solid-state principles and theories learned in class in the laboratory setting. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of solid-state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis and the use of test equipment to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair typical solid-state device circuits. This is a CORE course. ILT-163 DIGITAL FUNDAMENTALS 1 4 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course provides instruction on basic logic gates, flip-flops, registers, counters, microprocessor/computer fundamentals, analog to digital conversion, and digital analog conversion. Emphasis is placed on number systems, Boolean algebra, combination logic circuits, sequential logic circuits, and typical microprocessor data manipulation and storage. This course also has an embedded lab with exercises designed to develop skills required by industry. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze digital circuits, draw timing diagrams, determine output of combinational and sequential logic circuits and diagnose and troubleshoot electronic components as well as demonstrate knowledge of microprocessor and computer circuits. This is a CORE course. H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College Industrial Electronics Technology Course # Course Title 194 Theory Contact Hours/Wk Lab Contact Hours/Wk Credit Hours ILT-167 AC/DC MACHINERY AND CONTROLS I 2 3 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course provides the student with knowledge in AC/DC machinery and controls. Topics include the characteristics and operating principles of the different types of AC/DC generators and motors, manual and automatic starters and controllers. The lab enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair AC/DC Machinery and controls. Upon completion, the student will be able to apply practical skills in AC/DC machinery. ILT-169 HYDRAULICS/PNEUMATICS 2 3 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course provides an introduction to hydraulics/pneumatics. Topics include hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors work and system components such as valves, filters, regulators, actuators, accumulators, and lubricators. The lab enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors work and system components such as valves, filters, regulators, actuators, accumulators, and lubricators. Upon completion, students will be able to apply principles of hydraulic/pneumatics. ILT-201 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS 3 0 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course covers applications of electronics in the industry with a major emphasis on microprocessors as applied to data acquisition and machine control. Topics include A/D and D/A conversion, signal conditioning, sensors and transducers, control devices, stepper motors, and microprocessor interfacing. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to describe the operation of various sensors, signal conditioning, A/D and D/A conversion, and control devices, as well as, perform necessary calculations. ILT-202 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS LAB 0 6 2 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course demonstrates the concepts, devices, and applications of electronics in industrial processes. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to construct, evaluate, and calibrate basic industrial sensing and control circuits. ILT-216 INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS 3 0 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course covers principles of electro-mechanical devices. Topics include the principles, concepts, and techniques involved in interfacing microcomputers to various electro-mechanical devices to produce geographical movement. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of electro-mechanical devices. ILT-217 INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS LAB 0 6 2 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This lab covers the principles, concepts, and techniques involved in interfacing microcomputers to various electromechanical devices to produce geographical movement. Upon completion students should be able to apply the principles of electro-mechanical devices. ILT-224 ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS 3 0 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course provides the student with knowledge in electronic circuits used in amplitude, frequency, and phase modulation communication systems. Topics include modulation and detection techniques, antennas and transmission lines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply principles of filters, oscillators, classes of amplifiers, and resonance. ILT-225 ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS LAB 0 6 2 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This lab focuses on electronic circuits used in amplitude, frequency, and phase modulation communication systems. Topics include modulation and detection techniques, antennas and transmission lines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply principles of filters, oscillators, classes of amplifiers, and resonance. H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College Industrial Electronics Technology Course # Course Title 195 Theory Contact Hours/Wk Lab Contact Hours/Wk Credit Hours ILT-262 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION 3 0 3 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course provides an overview of electrical/electronics principles to prepare the student for the CET exam. Upon completion, students should be able to pass the CET exam and be classified as a national certified electronic technician. ILT-271 INDEPENDENT STUDY 0 6 2 PREREQUISITE: ILT-160 and ILT-161 This course is designed to allow students to independently study various topics related to instrumentation technology. Emphasis is placed on the refinement or advancement of a particular skill or skills. Upon completion, students should be able to perform specific job related functions according to standard operating procedures. H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College