COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: CAREER/TECHNICAL DISCIPLINES
ELECTROMECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (ELM)
CIP CODE: 15.0403
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology. A program
that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of
engineers engaged in developing and testing automated, servomechanical, and other
electromechanical systems. Includes instruction in prototype testing, manufacturing and
operational testing, systems analysis and maintenance procedures, and report preparation.
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SPECIAL TOPICS IN
ELM
181
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electromechanical
technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting student's needs.
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SPECIAL TOPICS IN
ELM
182
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Date Added
01/25/11
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electromechanical
technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting student's needs.
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COURSE TITLE
SPECIAL TOPICS IN
ELM
183
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
1
2
3
Date Added
01/25/11
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electromechanical
technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting student's needs.
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INTRODUCTION TO
ELM
187
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
This course is an introduction to the electromechanical technologies industry. Topics include the
electromechanical career field, study habits and techniques, electronic calculator, measurement
systems, right-triangle geometry and trigonometry, laboratory procedures, and microcomputers.
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to choose an appropriate
electromechanical career option, prepare assignments, prepare for examinations and use a
calculator/microcomputer to report the results of a laboratory procedure.
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ELECTROMECHANICAL
ELM
188
HARDWARE
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
1
2
3
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This course covers a hands-on introduction to electromechanical hardware. Topics include trainer
familiarization, logic gate applications, binary numbers, encoders, decoders, adders, and
subtractors. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to connect a laboratory
apparatus, convert decimal numbers to binary and vice versa, add binary numbers, and subtract
binary numbers.
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ELECTROMECHANICAL
ELM
189
FIRMWARE
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
1
2
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
Topics include trainer familiarization, numbering systems, firmware programming, firmware
architecture, assembly language programming and editing, input/output techniques, logical
operations, arithmetic operations, program branches, and program loops. Upon completion of this
course, a student will be able to program simple electronic firmware.
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EMERGING
TECHNOLOGIES, HISTORY,
ELM
190
AND BASIC
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by college
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
4
0
4
Date Added
01/25/11
This course introduces key events, trends, person, and terms in telecommunications history.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to identify key developments to
telephone service, recognize key terms and acronyms, determine career opportunities and skill
requirements in telecommunications design work. The student will be able to describe current
state-of-the-art systems and equipment offerings, understand the impact of evolving technologies,
discuss future trends, and apply design considerations to creative solutions to matching customer
needs.
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THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
200
ELECTRIC CIRCUITS I
2
1
3
Course Description
Date Updated
11/07/11
PREREQUISITE: MTH 100, appropriate score on placement test, permission of program
coordinator, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course provides an in depth study of direct current (DC) electronic theory. Topics include
atomic theory, magnetism, properties of conductors and insulators, and 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 circuit variables and to use basic electronic test equipment. This course also provides
hands on laboratory exercises to analyze, construct, test, and troubleshoot DC 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 course is also taught as ATM 103, BET 200, EET 103, ENT 108, IET 111, INT 101 and MNT
142.
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ELM
201
ELECTRIC CIRCUITS II
2
1
3
Course Description
Date Updated
PREREQUISITE: ELM 200 or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved plan-of-instruction for this course
11/07/11
This course provides an in depth study of alternating current (AC) electronic theory. Students are
prepared to analyze complex AC circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in
series and parallel combinations. Topics include electrical safety and lockout procedures, specific
AC theory functions such as RLC, impedance, phase relationships, and power factor. Students
will be able to define terms, identify waveforms, solve complex mathematical problems, construct
circuits, explain circuit characteristics, identify components, and make accurate circuit
measurements using appropriate measurement instruments. They should also be able to perform
fundamental tasks associated with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial AC
systems.
This course is also taught as ATM 104, AUT 112, BET 201, EET 104, ENT 109, IET 143, ILT 143,
INT 103 and MNT 144.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
202
DIGITAL CIRCUITS I
2
1
3
Course Description
Date Updated
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
NOTE: There is an approved plan-of-instruction for this course
10/19/09
This course covers digital logic and digital networks. Topics include introductory concepts,
number systems, codes, logic gates, Boolean algebra, combinational logic, flip-flop and related
devices, arithmetic operations and arithmetic networks. Upon completion of this course, a student
will be able to add, subtract, and multiply with digital electronic components.
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THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
203
DIGITAL CIRCUITS II
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 202 or equivalent.
Topics include counters, registers, logic families, MSI networks, analog interfacing, memory
devices, and programmable devices. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to
implement a logic design using programmable devices.
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THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
205
ELECTRONICS I
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 201 or equivalent.
This course examines the conventional flow treatment of electronic devices and networks. Topics
include semiconductor diodes, power supplies, bipolar-junction transistors, amplifiers, buffers,
field-effect transistors, and thyristors. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to
analyze a discrete-component electronic network.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
206
ELECTRONICS II
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 205 or equivalent.
Topics include analog integrated circuits, amplifiers, buffers, filters, inverters, and oscillators.
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to analyze and integrated-circuit electronic
network.
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ELM
207
COURSE TITLE
MICROCOMPUTERS
REPAIR I
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
This course provides instruction in fundamental microcomputer repair. Topics include
microcomputer architecture, clocks, microprocessors, bus lines, memory maps, input/output
boards, monitors, disk drives, and power supplies. Upon completion of this course, a student will
be able to locate and replace a defective microcomputer circuit board.
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MICROCOMPUTER REPAIR
ELM
208
II
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Topics include test equipment, diagnostic programs, common component problems, memory
chips, and de-soldering. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to locate and
replace a defective microcomputer component.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
210
FLUID POWER I
2
1
3
Course Description
Date Updated
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
NOTE: There is an approved plan-of-instruction for this course
10/19/09
This course offers an introduction into fluid power systems. Topics include hydraulic and
pneumatic power, pressure, flow, speed and pressure control, relief valves, and directional
control valve (DCV) applications. Upon completion of this course the student will have
demonstrated the ability to read gauges, design, draw, and connect hydraulic and pneumatic
circuits, measure and calculate circuit parameters, connect and operate DCV's and relief valves.
DPT
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COURSE TITLE
ELM
211
FLUID POWER II
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 210 or equivalent.
THEORY
2
LAB
1
Date Updated
COURSE
3
01/25/11
Topics include hydraulic check valves, accumulators, pneumatic maintenance. Upon completion
of this course the student will have demonstrated the ability to connect and operate check valve,
accumulator, and motor circuits, measure and calculate hydraulic and pneumatic motor circuit
parameters, select and install fluid conditioning components, size, connect and operate air
compressor, perform pneumatic maintenance.
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ELM
214
COURSE TITLE
PUMPS AND PIPING
SYSTEMS
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Course Description
Date Updated
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
NOTE: There is an approved plan-of-instruction for this course
01/25/11
This course offers an introduction into pumps and piping systems. Topics include various types
of pumps, pump analysis (power, efficiency, characteristics) pump selection and maintenance,
metal, plastic, and threaded piping systems, hoses, valves, regulators, strainers, and filters.
Upon completion of this course the student will have demonstrated the ability to: select, install,
and start up various types of pumps, measure and calculate pump parameters and performance,
disassemble and inspect pumps, size and select pipes, thread metal pipes, read and interpret
piping schematics, assemble piping systems, select, size, and repair valves and regulators.
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THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
215
INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS I
2
2
4
Course Description
Date Added
PREREQUISITE: ELM 200 or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved plan-of-instruction for this course
Mm/dd/yy
This course offers an introduction into electrical motor control systems and industrial wiring.
Topics include transformers, ladder logic, relays, motor starters, timers and counters, blueprints,
conduit selection and forming, raceways, wire sizing, termination, splicing, and installation, circuit
protection, and disconnects. Upon completion of this course the student will have demonstrated
the ability to: perform lockout/tagout, connect and operate motors and control circuits, calculate
transformer voltages, size, connect and operate control transformers, interpret electrical
blueprints, splice, run, and terminate control wiring, bend and install conduit and wiring.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
216
INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS II
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 215 or equivalent.
Topics include DC and AC motors, motor speed, torque, and performance, generators, advanced
motor control, braking, variable frequency AC drives, and troubleshooting. Upon completion of
this course the student will have demonstrated the ability to connect and operate DC and AC
motors and generators, measure and calculate motor parameters, connect, operate, and
troubleshoot motor control components, and program and operate variable frequency AC drives.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
217
DC MACHINERY
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 200 or equivalent.
This course provides a introduction to the characteristics and control of DC machinery. Topics
include electromagnetic energy conversion, general principles of DC machines, motors, motor
control, and generators. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to operate and
maintain a DC machine.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
218
AC MACHINERY
2
1
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: ELM 201 or equivalent.
This course provides an introduction to the characteristics and control of AC machinery. Topics
include distribution transformers, three-phase induction machines, synchronous motors, and
synchronous generators. Upon completion of this course a student will be able to operate and
maintain an AC machine.
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HISTORY OF
ELM
220
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course introduces key events, trends, persons, and terms in telecommunications history,
with an emphasis on the development of telephone communications systems in the United
States. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to identify key developments
leading up to the invention of telephone service, describe the impact of monopoly and competition
on the telecommunications industry, recognize key terms and acronyms, determine career
opportunities and skill requirements in telecommunications design work, and demonstrate an
understanding of current events worldwide in the industry.
DPT
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COURSE TITLE
BASICS OF
ELM
221
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course is an introduction to the systems and operating theory for telecommunications. Upon
completion of this course, a student will be able to define the relationship of voice characteristics
to sound transmission, identify components of the telephone network, differentiate between
analog and digital transmission, define the function of components of the physical plant, describe
the services offered through the telephone industry, and define the basic requirements of data
communications.
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COURSE TITLE
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ELM
222
DESIGN
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course introduces the key design concepts related to outside plant engineering. Emphasis
will be placed on system components and the basic steps required for the major types of OSP
work assignments. Upon completion of this course a student will be able to identify telephone
network design elements, explain network functions, feeder facilities and distribution allocation,
identify system components (materials and equipment considerations), determine factors related
to system growth and expansion, recognize and read work documentation (planning, records and
basic plat design), define long range outside plant/distribution area planning considerations,
describe project interfaces (customer, service provider, designer, constructor), and identify design
considerations.
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ENGINEERING AERIAL,
ELM
223
BURIED, AND
UNDERGROUND PLANT
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course prepares the learner for successful completion of aerial, buried and underground
outside plant design assignments. The course will place an equal emphasis on key concepts of
outside plant design and on work-related activities including familiarization with equipment,
projects involving the design for new or existing facilities, and skills required for key work
activities. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to make aerial, buried and
underground design choices, work safely while taking field measurements, design and draw an
outside plant jobs, and complete steps required for documentation and approval.
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ELM
225
COURSE TITLE
DIGITAL CARRIER
SYSTEMS
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course introduces the learner to critical factors and basic components of digital carrier
systems. The course will place an equal emphasis on key concepts of DLC design and on workrelated activities including familiarization with equipment, projects involving design work for new
or existing facilities, and skills required for key work activities. Upon completion of this course, a
student will be able to identify components of digital loop carrier systems (equipment and
materials), define record-keeping essentials for digital systems, determine factors in digital design
choice, diagram simple systems, and identify system checks.
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ELM
226
COURSE TITLE
DESIGNING DIGITAL
SYSTEMS
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program..
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course prepares the learner for successful completion of digital carrier work assignments.
The course will emphasize the process required to carry out complex work assignments in the
design of digital systems. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to determine the
key design factors involved in representative work assignments, determine design and safety
considerations related to digital carrier work, design and draw typical carrier jobs, and complete
steps required for documentation and approval.
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OUTSIDE PLANT
ELM
227
ENGINEERING QUALITY
AND SAFETY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course helps the learner develop critical skills for incorporating quality and safety in all
aspects of OSP work. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to define customer
requirements drawn from contract specifications, quality measurements, and other quality
assurance system requirements, locate and determine applicable design standards for OSP
work, incorporate standards in OSP design jobs, conduct job reviews for both quality and safety
considerations, and demonstrate objective audit skills while conducting reviews of work practices
and jobs completed.
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COURSE TITLE
EMERGING
ELM
228
TECHNOLOGIES IN
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course explores current practices and evolving trends in telecommunication systems.
Students will be encouraged to pursue innovative design possibilities as well as in-depth studies
of state-of-the-art systems. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to describe
current state-of-the-art systems and equipment offerings, demonstrate an understanding of the
impact of evolving/revolutionizing technologies on telecommunications, discuss future trends, and
apply design considerations to creative solutions for matching customer demands and new
applications (wireless, PCS, cellular, satellite, broadband, video-data-voice integration, highspeed transfer, NGDLC, optical delivery, etc.). Students will be expected to complete and
present a major project demonstrating independent research and practical application relating to
emerging technologies.
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COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
230
TELECOMMUNICATIONS I
2
1
3
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course offers a introduction to telecommunications technology. Topics include noise,
modulation, ad television. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to calculate noise
voltage, calculate noise figure, describe the various types of modulation, and describe the
operation of a television receiver.
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THEORY
LAB
COURSE
ELM
231
TELECOMMUNICATIONS II
2
1
3
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
Topics include communication techniques, digital communications, transmission lines, wave
propagation, antennas, and waveguides. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to
describe the various types of communications, describe various types of digital communication,
solve for a single transmission variable, describe the various types of wave propagation, describe
the various types of antenna, and describe the various types of wave guide.
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COURSE TITLE
ELECTROMECHANICAL
ELM
235
PROJECT
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by college
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
0
3
3
Date Added
Mm/dd/yy
This course provides practical application of prior attained skills. Emphasis is placed on applying
skills learned in designing, fabricating, analyzing, programming, and/or operating an
electromechanical system under faculty supervision. Upon completion of this course, a student
will demonstrate knowledge in this field by developing an electromechanical project.
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COURSE TITLE
SPECIAL TOPICS IN
ELM
281
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Date Updated
01/25/11
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electromechanical
technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting student's needs.
DPT
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COURSE TITLE
SPECIAL TOPICS IN
ELM
282
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
1
1
2
Date Added
01/25/11
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electromechanical
technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting student's needs.
DPT
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COURSE TITLE
SPECIAL TOPICS IN
ELM
283
ELECTROMECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY
Course Description
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
0
2
Date Added
01/25/11
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electromechanical
technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting student's needs.
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