May 05, 2024

2019-2020 SLCC General Catalog

2019-2020 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

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Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as MATH 0950).

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Electronics Technology (CE)
	ELTR 2150 - Communication Systems Credits: 6 Principles of AM, FM phase, and pulse modulation, applications, tuned, RF and power amplifiers, transmission lines and antennae. Also covers receiver and transmitter fundamentals. Students prepare for 1st FCC exam. Prerequisite: ELTR 1100, ELTR 1130 Click here for searchable class schedule
	ELTR 2300 - Microprocessor Programs Credits: 6 Concepts of the basic computer system architecture, 68HC11 architecture, machine language and assembly language programming, debugging and trouble shooting. Hands-on training and program problem solving. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Click here for searchable class schedule
	ELTR 2350 - Microprocessor Applications Credits: 6 Introduces students to microprocessor interfacing including; data and control-in, and data and control out. Using PIA Interface adapter and writing control programs to operate and control external devices. Intro to robotics also taught. Prerequisite: ELTR 2300 Click here for searchable class schedule
	ELTR 2480 - FCC License Preparation Credits: 4 Principles of AM, FM, phase and pulse modulation, applications, tuned, RF and power amplifiers, transmission lines and antennae. Also covers receiver and transmitter fundamentals. Students prepare for 1st class FCC exam. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Click here for searchable class schedule
	ELTR 2900 - Special Topics in Electronics Credits: 4 Special Studies allows students to pursue special interests offered elsewhere in the program. Credit hours and course of study will be based on department approval. Course syllabus will outline requirements for each student. Click here for searchable class schedule
Electronics Technology (SAT)
	KECT 0110 - Signal Processing Contact Hours: 60 This course will cover the fundamentals of signal processing, to include modern Digital Signal Processing, complete coverage of systems, principles of electronic signals, both analog and digital. AM/FM circuits, modulation and multiplexing techniques, acquisition, reconstruction, sampling and quantization, Phase Locked Loop circuits, and hands-on projects of processing circuits. Prerequisite: KET2 0106 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KECT 0111 - Electronic COM Systems Contact Hours: 120 This course will cover the principles of Electronic Communication Systems, a systems approach covering communications technologies, wave propagation, HF fundamentals, AM/FM circuits, AM/CB/SSB transceivers, Multiplexing (DEMUX), Data Transmission Techniques, Transmission Lines, Smith Chart usage, Communication Tests and Measurements, and Electromagnetic Interference Testing. Prerequisite: KECT 0110 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KECT 0112 - Antennas, Transmission Lines & Towers Contact Hours: 60 This course will provide basic Antennas concepts, antenna theory and practical designs, antenna projects, antenna impedance, transmission Lines, antenna measurements and Antenna Modeling. In the Tower portion of the course you will learn the proper procedures working with towers, inspections, performing maintenance, Cables, Connections, and safety measures for antennas and towers. Prerequisite: KECT 0111 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KECT 0113 - Telecommunications & Data Communications Contact Hours: 72 This course will cover Telecommunications and Data Communications Technologies that support modern communication systems, Analog & Digital Telephony, protocols, optical wiring, wireless telephony, safety, transmission services, cabling, test equipment, distribution methods, Interfacing, Internet, networks and troubleshooting. This course will prepare for the TCM certification. Prerequisite: KECT 0140 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KECT 0114 - FCC License Preparation - General Radiotelephone Operator License Contact Hours: 36 Covers principles of AM/FM/ phase/modulation/pulse modulation/tuned RF/power amplifiers, transmission lines/antennas/transmitter-receiver fundamentals/maritime-aviation radio law. Students prepare for General Radiotelephone Operators License (GROL) FCC exam. A requirement to adjust, maintain, or internally repair FCC licensed radiotelephone transmitters. Prerequisite: KECT 0113 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KECT 0141 - Microwaves and Radar Systems Contact Hours: 72 This course covers microwave systems, devices, and provides an understanding of how everything fits together to make communications, navigation, and equipment. Topics include microwave fundamentals, power, equipment for measuring microwave, signal control components, IC amplifiers, microwave oscillators, receivers, microwave tubes, antennas, relay, satellite and radar systems. Prerequisite: KECT 0112 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KECT 0151 - Fiber Optics Installer Certification Contact Hours: 96 The Fiber Optics course will cover, installation, preparation, troubleshooting, and design of fiber optics cables and systems. Lab projects will include cable preparation and connectors, splicing, OTDR usage and industry standards. Theory and Hands-on training covers all competencies required of a FOI Technician and knowledge to pass the examination. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
Electronics (SAT)
	KELA 0151 - Universal Assembly and Repair Contact Hours: 72 A project oriented course that provides basic soldering and assembly skills required of electronics technicians. The focus is on thru-hole soldering to industry specifications. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KELA 0161 - Surface Mount Technology Contact Hours: 72 Learn theory, installation, and quality workmanship methods involved in surface mount technologies (SMT), including component identification, placement, and rework soldering techniques. Prerequisite: KELA 0151 or equivalent education or experience, must provide proof of this to dept Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KELA 0172 - IPC-A-610G IPC Certified IPC Specialist - CIS Contact Hours: 36 Designed and certified by IPC. Enables students to make correct accept or reject decisions for appropriate classes of electronic assemblies. Certification earned through examination. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KELA 0175 - IPC-A-610G IPC Certified IPC Specialist Re-Certification/Challenge Option Contact Hours: 12 Designed and certified by IPC, this course supports challenge testing. A “Challenge Test” will involve the applicant completing the same skills measurement examinations as is required of those taking the full course. Individuals are limited to take a challenge test more than once in any twelve-month period. Recommended Prerequisite: Previous IPC Certifications with IPC-A-610. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KELA 0190 - Basic Assembly and Soldering Contact Hours: 24 A basic assembly and soldering skills course required of communications electronics technicians. The focus is hand-on thru-hole soldering to industry specifications. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0101 - Electronics Math Contact Hours: 100 The Electronics Math course will cover basic math, a review of arithmetic fundamentals, metric notation, and square roots. Algebra fundamentals, linear equations, graphing, and logarithms in electronics is also covered. The fundamentals of trigonometry, and statistics is also covered, as well as the proper usage of the scientific calculator. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0102 - Technical Writing Contact Hours: 18 This course will cover the principles of technical writing, organization, formats, and knowing the audience. It will cover formats of page design, elements of reports, formats of correspondence, and writing proposals. The course will cover the skills needed to write and support required engineering related documentation, such as proposals and engineering lab reports. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0103 - DC Fundamentals & Circuits Contact Hours: 120 The course will cover DC fundamentals, resistive components, Ohms Law, Power calculations, Series and Parallel circuit formulas and characteristics. The usage of meters to measure voltage, current, resistance, and DC power sources. The course is a balance of theory, and hands-on, including measurements, troubleshooting, and circuit construction. Prerequisite: KET2 0101 or equivalent Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0104 - AC Fundamentals & Circuits Contact Hours: 120 The course will cover the fundamentals of AC circuits, transformers, inductors, capacitors, RL/RC, and RCL circuits, passive filters, and resonance circuits. The course will cover AC calculations, measurements, and troubleshooting. In addition, usage of Oscilloscopes, function generators, and frequency counters will be addressed. Prerequisite: KET2 0103 or equivalent Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0105 - Analog Devices & Circuits Contact Hours: 160 Coverage of a variety of semi-conductor devices, operating characteristics, calculations, circuit applications, measurement and troubleshooting; including diodes, transistors, V-regulators, Amps, and FET¨s. Also include oscillators, SCR¨s, multivibrators, and operational amplifiers circuits. Analog is covered through applications exploration. Prerequisite: KET2 0104 or equivalent Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0106 - Digital Circuits & Apps Contact Hours: 160 Covers digital fundamentals, electrical characteristics of digital IC¨s; testing and troubleshooting of logic circuits and applications; conversions/simplification. Applications; includes flip-flops, register memory circuits, arithmetic counting, displays, conversion. The focus will be on digital apps and will include hands-on projects. Prerequisite: KET2 0105 or equivalent Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0107 - CET Associate Tech Cert Contact Hours: 32 This course is designed to assist in the preparation for the CET Associate certification, for technicians who have less than two years experience or trade school training for electronics technicians. This industry certification represents your body of knowledge for Electronics Technicians. The course itself is a review of Electronics Technology, approximately 2 years of knowledge. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0108 - Test and Measurement Instrumentation Contact Hours: 60 Through a hands-on approach, the full-usage of common instruments such as Power Supplies, DMM, Oscilloscopes, and Spectrum/Logic Analyzers. The exploration of the Test and Measurement Industry, ATE, covering tools used to analyze, validate, and verify measurements of electronic and mechanical systems, operating principles, strengths and weaknesses. Prerequisite: KET2 0106 or equivalent Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0109 - Applied Electronics Math Contact Hours: 60 The course will cover applied concepts of metric notation, square roots, algebra fundamentals, linear equations, graphing, logarithms, trigonometry, and statistics, as applied to the field of electronics technologies. Scientific calculator usage, as applied to practical applications. The course will introduce you to applications as you master the required math skills. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0111 - Basic Computer Literacy Contact Hours: 36 Provides computer literacy skills including Windows, email/internet, word-processing, and spreadsheets. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0112 - DC Electronics Contact Hours: 96 The course will cover DC basics, magnetism, electrical safety, components, Ohms Law and Power calculations, Electrical measurements, Series and Parallel Circuits, Power Supplies and Batteries. The course is a balance of theory, and hands-on, including measurements, troubleshooting, and circuit construction. Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of equivalent support courses and/or experience. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0113 - AC Electronics Contact Hours: 96 The course will cover the Principles of Alternating Current, Inductance, and Capacitance. Transformer, AC Generator and Motor Theory, RC, RL, RCL Principles and Circuits. Passive Filters, AC calculations and measurements, troubleshooting, and usage of Oscilloscopes, function generators, and frequency counters. Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of equivalent support courses and/or experience. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0114 - Analog Electronics Contact Hours: 96 Coverage of Semi-Conductor Technology, Active Devices such as Diodes, Transistors, Thyristors, Optoelectronics, and Operational Amplifiers. IC Characteristics, Power Supply Circuits, Amplifiers, Active Filters, and Oscillators. Circuit construction, troubleshooting and Field-Programmable Analog Devices. Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of equivalent support courses and/or experience. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0119 - Digital Circuits & Systems Contact Hours: 96 Course covers Digital Concepts, Safety, and Circuits. Numbering Systems, Boolean Algebra, Conversion Circuits, Troubleshooting and usage of Digital Test Equipment. Theory and Application of Digital Logic Functions, Circuitry, Programmable Logic Devices and Computer Architectures. Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of previous support courses or equivalent education and/or experience. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0127 - Technical Math and Tools Contact Hours: 48 Course covers mathematical fundamentals and proper usage and application of a scientific calculator. The course will use industrial type problems as applications, and problem solving, including both electrical and mechanical. The emphasis of the course is problem solving and harnessing the power of a scientific calculator. The objective is to equip the student with technical problem solving tools. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0128 - Electronics Math 1 Contact Hours: 72 The Electronics Math 1 includes modules such as basic Math, Algebra fundamentals, and graphing. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0129 - Electronics Math 2 Contact Hours: 72 The Electronics Math 2 includes modules such as Trigonometry fundamentals, logarithm in electronics, math for digital electronics, and an introduction to statistics in electronic electronics. Prerequisite: KET2 0128 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0171 - Microprocessors Contact Hours: 96 Covers basic concepts of microcomputer and microprocessor architecture, assembly language and machine language programming, debugging and troubleshooting. Interfacing hardware/software, control and feedback is covered. The Freescale 68K, and HCS12 are covered devices. Prerequisite: KET2 0169 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0172 - Embedded Controllers Contact Hours: 96 This class covers the fundamentals of the microcontroller family’s architecture and instruction set. Topics include the architecture, instruction set, writing and editing assembly programs, and programming devices. The PIC controller is covered. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0173 - Troubleshooting Contact Hours: 96 Covers the principles, techniques, and procedures for trouble-shooting electronics equipment. Covers power supplies, audio and RF systems, analog, and digital systems. Emphasis is on the use of test equipment and the troubleshooting process. Prerequisite: KET2 0169 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0176 - Microcontrollers Contact Hours: 96 This course will cover concepts and applications of microcontroller devices, assembly language, circuits, software, and embedded applications. Coverage of processor core, memory, and programmable peripherals. The student will build embedded systems, and run, edit and write programs. Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of previous support courses or equivalent education and/or experience. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0220 - Coop. Internship - Elective Contact Hours: 100 Students participate in cooperative internship with a local company. Student and instructor will work with company to ensure students complete specific tasks and assignments in a workplace environment to enhance their competency. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	KET2 0250 - Programmable Logic Controllers Contact Hours: 96 Programmable Logic Controllers course will provide coverage of all aspects of programming, installation, maintaining procedures and hardware components. Development of wiring diagrams, Ladder Logic Programs, Programming of Timers, Counters, Data Manipulation, Sequencer and Shift Register Instructions. Troubleshooting of process control, Network Systems, SCADA and usage of the CLX Controllers. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
Energy Management (CE)
	EGMT 1010 - Intro to Energy Management Credits: 2 Provides an overview of the energy management field and defines the need for energy management as an integral part of society. Course presents various vocational opportunities through lectures, guest speakers, and site visits. Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1020 - Residential Building Energy Credits: 3 Introduction to best practices for the design, construction, and operation of energy-efficient homes. Students will learn to evaluate existing buildings and present suggested safety, indoor environmental quality and efficiency upgrades. Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1040 - Clean Energy Technologies Credits: 2 Survey of clean energy sources and systems. Environmental, social and economic advantages are assessed. Students design and present a project utilizing multiple clean energy solutions. Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1110 - Introduction to HVAC Optimization for Energy Efficiency Credits: 2 Course introduces HVAC fundamentals as applied to residential and light commercial HVAC systems. Topics include an overview of the refrigeration cycle, HVAC functions, air duct design, units and measurements, thermodynamics, and the physical properties of air. Students will perform load calculations for heat transfer through ventilation, infiltration, and building envelope. Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1210 - Advanced HVAC Optimization for Energy Efficiency I Credits: 2 Introduction to large commercial HVAC systems/energy use with site visit and follow-up discussions to help students identify system types and conservation opportunities. Topics include waterside HVAC system types, review of the refrigeration cycle, fluid flow in piping and ducts, system tuning, operations and maintenance, problem solving using psychrometrics and energy conserving retrofit options. Prerequisite: EGMT 1110 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1220 - Advanced HVAC Optimization for Energy Efficiency II Credits: 2 Course further explores large commercial HVAC systems and energy use with emphasis on energy management calculation methods using computerized spreadsheets, focusing on energy conversion factors, dimensional analysis, and documentation standards. Fundamental effective calculations practiced for combustion motors and refrigeration. Prerequisite: EGMT 1210 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1310 - Lighting Fundamentals Credits: 2 Course assesses quantity and quality of light, light sources and controls, luminaires, manufacturer lamp and ballast specifications, lighting power density and HVAC interactions, retrofit opportunities, cost saving analysis, lighting codes & regulations. Students complete a lighting audit project to present in class. Prerequisite: EGMT 1110 , PHYS 1010 , and EGMT 1700 or instructor approval Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1320 - Lighting Applications Credits: 2 Students will review terminology & lighting fundamentals, IES illuminance selection procedures, evaluate lighting systems, luminaires & associated components, perform illuminance calculations including point by point, lumen & computerized procedures. Students will complete a lighting analysis of a predetermined building design. Prerequisite: EGMT 1310 and MATH 1010 Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1420 - Energy Accounting for Business Credits: 2 Course covers energy units, data gathering for energy accounting utility rates and schedules, energy data organization, adjusted baselines, cost avoidance, load factor, data analysis, and data presentation. Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1430 - Selling Energy Efficiency Credits: 2 Course focuses on how to determine whether or not an energy efficiency measure is an appropriate investment and how to communicate the financial analysis of an energy project to various decision makers. Students will complete a presentation regarding benefits of a proposed energy efficiency investment. Prerequisite: EGMT 1420 Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1510 - Energy Auditing Field Methods Credits: 3 Analysis of energy use and management in commercial buildings; preparing for and performing walk through audits in apartments, restaurants, retail, and office facilities. Emphasis on analyzing and presenting data obtained from field experience. Prerequisite: EGMT 1220 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 , CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1600 - Intro. to Water Resources Credits: 2 Introduction to various water and water-related topics such as water cycles, supplemental water sources and water conservation. Examination of personal, regional and global perceptions, behaviors and uses that impact water resources. Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1700 - Electrical Principles for Alternative Energy Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation of electrical principle and concepts for the energy industry. Topics include: electrical quantities; static electricity; electron theory; magnetism; resistors; Ohms Law; series and parallel circuits; combination circuits; electrical safety; energy; and work. Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 0980 or CEBA 0010 Math for Industry Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1710 - Basic Photovoltaics Systems Credits: 3 This course introduces students to the basic principles of utility interactive photovoltaic system design. Through classroom and hands on instruction this course provides the knowledge to: conduct site evaluations; prepare a basic electrical and mechanical design; select appropriate components; perform a financial benefit analysis; prepare a proposal; and work safely with PV systems. Prerequisite: EGMT 1700 Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 1720 - Adv. Photovoltaic Systems Credits: 3 Learn to safely work with PV systems, conduct site assessments, adapt mechanical/electrical designs, perform system checkouts/inspections, design, install, maintain & troubleshoot commercial/off-grid PV, battery based and hybrid systems. Curriculum is in accordance to the local municipality and current NEC code. Students will have hands on experience with a grid tied and off grid systems. Prerequisite: EGMT 1710 or instructor approval Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2010 - Industrial Energy Efficiency Credits: 2 Overview of Industrial Energy Efficiency market segments, energy supply/demand side resources, applications of technologies and equipment used in the industrial market segment, key operating characteristics and limitations of equipment/technologies, emphasis on energy efficiency improvements, field safety principles and measurement techniques. Collected data will be used to estimate power draw. Prerequisite: EGMT 1220 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 ; EGMT 1700 ; CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2020 - Energy Modeling Credits: 3 Course reviews software applications available for analyzing commercial buildings. Topics include code and output format, bin methodology and hourly simulations. Students perform simulations under supervision. Prerequisite: EGMT 1220 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 ; CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2030 - Building Automation & Controls Credits: 3 Course covers devices used to regulate energy use in buildings, pneumatic/electric/electronic; from manual to auto, simple switches to microprocessors. An emphasis is placed on control/calibration problems and re-designing for energy efficiency. Prerequisite: EGMT 1220 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 ; EGMT 1700 ; CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2060 - Energy Management Seminar I Credits: 1 Seminar is a pathway for students to increase their understanding of industry expectations, as well as develop job search tools/skills. Course is designed to help students successfully transition from classroom to professional careers. Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2065 - Energy Management Seminar II Credits: 1 Seminar is a pathway for students to increase their understanding of industry expectations, as well as develop job search tools/skills. Course is designed to help students successfully transition from classroom to professional careers. Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2800 - Energy Management Capstone Credits: 4 Students may elect to perform an Internship or a Capstone Project to fulfill this requirement. This program requirement is designed to both apply and evaluate learning throughout the Energy Management degree program, preparing the student for employment within the energy management industry. Click here for searchable class schedule
	EGMT 2900 - Special Topics Credits: 2 This course is designed for students to engage in special community-based and/or emerging technology-related projects under the supervision of the instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor or program manager approval Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	EMGT 1510 - Energy Auditing Field Methods Credits: 3 Analysis of energy use and management in commercial buildings; preparing for and performing walk through audits in apartments, restaurants, retail, and office facilities. Emphasis on analyzing and presenting data obtained from field experience. Prerequisite: EGMT 1220 PHYS 1010 or instructor or program manager approval Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 ; PHYS 1010 , CSIS 1019 or familiarity with spreadsheet software Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
Energy Sector Training (CE)
	CESG 0150 - Energy Essentials Contact Hours: 30 Overview of Energy production and transmission along with the role it plays in industry, transportation, buildings and homes. For Non-Apprentice Electric Sector students. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0175 - Math for Industry Contact Hours: 45 Students learn the necessary math skills for application in the electrical industry. Content includes fundamental concepts of algebra, equations, and basic trigonometry that relates to industry scenarios. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0400 - Basic Electricity for the Power Industry Contact Hours: 90 An introduction to basic electrical theory with practical applications used in the energy industry. Subjects include: Introduction to Electrical Circuits, DC electrical theory, AC electrical theory, Electrical Test Equipment, and an Introduction to the National Electric Code. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0441 - Electrical Distribution Systems Contact Hours: 90 The design and construction of electrical distribution systems are covered in this course. Topics include: substations, overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines, conductors and insulators, high and low-voltage troubleshooting procedures, and stringing and live-line procedures. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0450 - Transformer Basics Contact Hours: 45 This course exposes students to transformer design and operation that emphasizes the installation and maintenance of transformer equipment. Subjects include: three-phase transformers; autotransformers and reactors; safety requirements and troubleshooting. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0500 - Pole Climbing, Ropes and Rigging Contact Hours: 90 Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0600 - Print Reading Contact Hours: 45 An introductory course in electrical utility blueprint reading which defines the physical and electrical arrangements of equipment including power plants, substations, transmission lines, distribution lines and customer service facilities. This is a critical skill for individuals who operate, maintain, repair or modify utility equipment. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0610 - Digital Electronics Contact Hours: 45 This course is designed to introduce students to digital electronics devices and systems. This course will emphasize the theory of operation as well as installation and troubleshooting of these devices and systems through lectures and hands-on training. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0620 - Electromechanical Systems Contact Hours: 60 A study of devices and components that translate electrical energy into mechanical motion. Topics include DC and AC motors and controllers, servo and stepping motors, solenoids, linear motors and actuators. The course also introduces the student to programmable logic controllers (PLC), ladder logic and PID controllers. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0630 - Underground Distribution Systems Contact Hours: 90 This course is designed to introduce students to the design and construction of underground electrical distribution systems and the challenges that an underground structure presents. Students will be trained to safely perform a number of common distribution tasks typically performed in the construction and maintenance of an underground distribution system. Click here for searchable class schedule
	CESG 0910 - Computer Literacy/Energy Sect Contact Hours: 45 Overview and introduction to computer software applications for general knowledge and specifically as used in the Energy Sector. Click here for searchable class schedule
Engineering
	ENGR 1030 - MATLAB Problem Solving Credits: 3 An introduction to engineering problem solving using MATLAB. Course work includes interactive computing, data analysis, and graphics. Prerequisite: MATH 1210 (may be taken concurrently) Corequisite: ENGR 1035 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 1035 - MATLAB Problem Solving Lab Credits: 0 This course is the lab to accompany ENGR 1030. Practical applications of the MATLAB programming language. MATLAB will be used to program low-cost off the shelf robots, using readily available parts such as the Lego Mindstorms system. Prerequisite: MATH 1210 (may be taken concurrently) Corequisite: ENGR 1030 Semester: Fall & Spring Additional course fee required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 1040 - Engineering Computing Credits: 3 A first course in engineering problem solving, this course introduces MATLAB and C++. Problems are drawn from the various disciplines in engineering. No previous experience with computer programming is assumed. Prerequisite: MATH 1060 or MATH 1080 Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 1050 - Intro to Nanotechnology (PS) Credits: 3 Nanoscience sits at the intersection of the basic scientific disciplines. This technology has far reaching implications in healthcare, environment, business, and society, and has wide ranging ethical impacts in the world today. This course introduces the basic concepts of nanoscience and explores how it is changing our world. Semester: All Additional course fee required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 1600 - Engineering the Guitar Credits: 3 Students will construct and take home an electric guitar. Engineering concepts related to manufacturing processes and scientific concepts related to the behavior of musical instruments will be explored. Students will be introduced to basic fingering and will learn simple chords on their new instrument. This course emphasizes the inter-relationships between science, engineering and art. Semester: Fall & Spring Additional course fee required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2010 - Statics Credits: 3 Principles of forces & motion, moments & couples; resultant & static equilibrium of general force system; statically equivalent systems, moment of area, centroid, center of mass, gravity & pressure; friction; moment of inertia. Free body method of analysis and principles applied to engineering problems. Prerequisite: MATH 1210 Recommended Prerequisite: PHYS 2210 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2020 - Dynamics I Credits: 2 Position, velocity and acceleration, vector calculus, particle kinematics, kinetics of particles, including Newtons Laws, conservation of momentum and energy, and impact vibratory motion of particles are covered. Prerequisite: ENGR 2010 Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 2210 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2030 - Dynamics Credits: 3 Position, velocity and acceleration, vector calculus, particle kinematics, kinetics of particles, including Newton’s Laws, conservation of momentum and energy, and impact vibratory motion of particles are covered. Also included are kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies in 2-D and 3-D motion, moving frames, 3-D mass moment of inertia, and an introduction to vibration analysis of mechanical systems. Prerequisite: ENGR 2010 Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 2210 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2050 - Nano II - Properties of Nanomaterials Credits: 3 This course teaches students concepts associated with nanomaterial properties including; electronic structure, colloidal chemistry, magnetism, and photonics. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 with C grade or better, or appropriate placement score and ENGR 1050 with C grade or better. Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2060 - Dynamics II Credits: 2 This course examines Kinetics and Kinematics of rigid bodies in 2-D and 3-D motion. It also covers moving frames, 3-D mass moment of inertia, conservation of momentum, energy, impact and an intro. to vibration analysis of mechanical systems. Prerequisite: ENGR 2020 Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 2250 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2070 - Micro & Nanoscale Fabrication Processes Credits: 2 This course teaches students about the various micro and nano fabrication procedures associated with deposition, patterning, and etching. Prerequisite: ENGR 1050 w/C grade or better and MATH 1050 w/C grade or better or appropriate placement score Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2140 - Strength of Materials Credits: 2 Internal forces in members, concept of stress and strain, axial loading, Hooke’s Law, torsion, pure bending, traverse loading, transformations of stress and strain, plane stress and strain, pressure vessels, Mohr’s circle, strain energy, beam deflection and column bending are discussed. Prerequisite: ENGR 2010 , MATH 2250 (may be taken concurrently), and ENGR 2145 (may be taken concurrently). Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2145 - Testing of Engineering Materials Credits: 1 This is an introductory laboratory in mechanical behavior of materials using basic testing methods and instrumentation, column bending, tension and compression of metals, concrete failure, Charpy’s Impact, and creep tests. Prerequisite: ENGR 2010 , ENGR 2140 (may be taken concurrently), and MATH 2250 (may be taken concurrently) Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2300 - Engineering Thermodynamics Credits: 3 First and second law of thermodynamics, internal energy, enthalpy, entropy and open and closed systems are covered. Engineering cycles including Carnot, Otto, Diesel, Brayton and Refrigeration are introduced. Integrated lab/hands-on activities. Prerequisite: CHEM 1210 , MATH 1220 Recommended Prerequisite: PHYS 2210 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2320 - Engineering Economics Credits: 2 Fundamental engineering economics topics, including equivalence, compound interest and discount rate factors, nominal and effective interest rates, cash flow diagrams, capitalized cost, net present worth analysis, equivalent uniform annual cost, internal rate of return, benefit-cost analysis, basic microeconomics, cost estimation, and cost indexes. Prerequisite: CEEN 1100 and MATH 1220 ; and ENGR 1040 or ENGR 1030 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2450 - Numerical Methods Credits: 3 Numerical techniques used in engineering computing, including: convergence, error accumulation, roots, solution of linear and nonlinear equations, numerical integration and differentiation, and solutions to differential equations. Prerequisite: ENGR 1030 or ENGR 1040 ; and MATH 2250 (may be taken concurrently) Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 2210 Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2550 - Applied Probability & Statistics for Engineers Credits: 3 This course covers the role of statistics in engineering, probability theory and distributions, continuous random variables, random sampling, data description, and statistical analyses for a simple sample, and common hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: ENGR 1030 or ENGR 1040 ; and MATH 1220 Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2900 - Special Topics in Engineering Credits: 1-3 Special Topics reflecting items of current interest in Engineering. Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ENGR 2950 - Engineering Forum Credits: 1 Exploration of Engineering through Guest Lecturers and Field Trips to industry. Semester: Fall & Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
Engineering Drafting & Manufacturing Technology
	EDDT 1010 - Introduction to Engineering and Design Credits: 3 The use of design tools to create and understand Orthographic Projection, Section views, Dimensioning, Sketching, Assembly drawings, Tolerancing and Fasteners. An introduction to Electronics, Manufacturing and Machining and how they all fit together will also be discussed. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	EDDT 1040 - Introduction to AutoCAD Credits: 3 Basic skills using AutoCad for drawing applications are taught. The course includes: draw and modify commands, geometric construction, dimensions, templates, blocks and libraries, hatching, layers, scales, and plotting. Students will also be introduced to 3D CAD. Recommended Prerequisite: EDDT 1010 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	EDDT 1100 - Advanced AutoCAD Credits: 2 Advanced skills using AutoCAD. Includes: introduction to detail and assembly drawings, advanced geometric construction, isometric drawing, auxiliary views, advanced dimensioning, dynamic blocks with attributes, and AutoCAD 3D Modeling. Recommended Prerequisite: EDDT 1040 Semester: Fall & Spring Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	EDDT 1200 - Technical Drafting II Credits: 4 Overview of technical drafting disciplines: mechanical details and assemblies, fits and tolerances, flat pattern layout, electronic diagrams, structural steel including welds, civil, and piping. Students will create industry design and working drawings. Prerequisite: EDDT 1010 and EDDT 1100 or both concurrently Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	EDDT 1420 - Basic MicroStation Credits: 2 This course teaches drafting skills using MicroStation CAD software and includes: geometric construction, drawing and modification commands, dimensioning, cell libraries, plots, working units, patterning, seed files, and reference files. Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	EDDT 2160 - Statics and Strength of Materials Credits: 5 Focuses on the fundamentals of material statics and strength, theory of forces, moments, and deflection, stresses, centroids and moment of Inertia, principles of design, problem-solving and application. Prerequisite: MATH 1060 or MATH 1080 or appropriate placement score Semester: Fall Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	EDDT 2180 - Electronics Drafting Credits: 3 Drafting and design techniques used in the electronics industry including: electronics symbols, schematic and logic diagrams, electro-mechanical design, printed circuit board design, artwork layout, and related industry standards. Students will be using PADS which is a circuit board layout software package and AutoCAD. Semester: Fall & Spring Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule

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Course Descriptions

ELTR 2150 - Communication Systems

ELTR 2300 - Microprocessor Programs

ELTR 2350 - Microprocessor Applications

ELTR 2480 - FCC License Preparation

ELTR 2900 - Special Topics in Electronics

KECT 0110 - Signal Processing

KECT 0111 - Electronic COM Systems

KECT 0112 - Antennas, Transmission Lines & Towers

KECT 0113 - Telecommunications & Data Communications

KECT 0114 - FCC License Preparation - General Radiotelephone Operator License

KECT 0141 - Microwaves and Radar Systems

KECT 0151 - Fiber Optics Installer Certification

KELA 0151 - Universal Assembly and Repair

KELA 0161 - Surface Mount Technology

KELA 0172 - IPC-A-610G IPC Certified IPC Specialist - CIS

KELA 0175 - IPC-A-610G IPC Certified IPC Specialist Re-Certification/Challenge Option

KELA 0190 - Basic Assembly and Soldering

KET2 0101 - Electronics Math

KET2 0102 - Technical Writing

KET2 0103 - DC Fundamentals & Circuits

KET2 0104 - AC Fundamentals & Circuits

KET2 0105 - Analog Devices & Circuits

KET2 0106 - Digital Circuits & Apps

KET2 0107 - CET Associate Tech Cert

KET2 0108 - Test and Measurement Instrumentation

KET2 0109 - Applied Electronics Math

KET2 0111 - Basic Computer Literacy

KET2 0112 - DC Electronics

KET2 0113 - AC Electronics

KET2 0114 - Analog Electronics

KET2 0119 - Digital Circuits & Systems

KET2 0127 - Technical Math and Tools

KET2 0128 - Electronics Math 1

KET2 0129 - Electronics Math 2

KET2 0171 - Microprocessors

KET2 0172 - Embedded Controllers

KET2 0173 - Troubleshooting

KET2 0176 - Microcontrollers

KET2 0220 - Coop. Internship - Elective

KET2 0250 - Programmable Logic Controllers

EGMT 1010 - Intro to Energy Management

EGMT 1020 - Residential Building Energy

EGMT 1040 - Clean Energy Technologies

EGMT 1110 - Introduction to HVAC Optimization for Energy Efficiency

EGMT 1210 - Advanced HVAC Optimization for Energy Efficiency I

EGMT 1220 - Advanced HVAC Optimization for Energy Efficiency II

EGMT 1310 - Lighting Fundamentals

EGMT 1320 - Lighting Applications

EGMT 1420 - Energy Accounting for Business

EGMT 1430 - Selling Energy Efficiency

EGMT 1510 - Energy Auditing Field Methods

EGMT 1600 - Intro. to Water Resources

EGMT 1700 - Electrical Principles for Alternative Energy

EGMT 1710 - Basic Photovoltaics Systems

EGMT 1720 - Adv. Photovoltaic Systems

EGMT 2010 - Industrial Energy Efficiency

EGMT 2020 - Energy Modeling

EGMT 2030 - Building Automation & Controls

EGMT 2060 - Energy Management Seminar I

EGMT 2065 - Energy Management Seminar II

EGMT 2800 - Energy Management Capstone

EGMT 2900 - Special Topics

EMGT 1510 - Energy Auditing Field Methods

CESG 0150 - Energy Essentials

CESG 0175 - Math for Industry

CESG 0400 - Basic Electricity for the Power Industry

CESG 0441 - Electrical Distribution Systems

CESG 0450 - Transformer Basics

CESG 0500 - Pole Climbing, Ropes and Rigging

CESG 0600 - Print Reading

CESG 0610 - Digital Electronics

CESG 0620 - Electromechanical Systems

CESG 0630 - Underground Distribution Systems

CESG 0910 - Computer Literacy/Energy Sect

ENGR 1030 - MATLAB Problem Solving

ENGR 1035 - MATLAB Problem Solving Lab

ENGR 1040 - Engineering Computing

ENGR 1050 - Intro to Nanotechnology (PS)

ENGR 1600 - Engineering the Guitar