Jun 17, 2024  
2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering Information:
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 ).

 

Economics

  
  • ECON 1600 - Intro to Economic Systems (SS)

    Credits: 3
    This course educates students in economic systems such as capitalism, socialism, and mixed economic systems. Basic economic concepts will be used to understand and analyze social, political, and cultural influences on such systems.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • ECON 1740 - Economic History of U.S. (AI)

    Credits: 3
    This course explores the historical foundations of American economic growth and development from colonial times to the present. The study of economic history provides scholars the opportunity to understand and analyze, from a historical perspective, the impact of institutional and structural changes within the American economy.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 0990  w/C grade or better or appropriate placement score
    Semester: All


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  • ECON 2010 - Principles of Microeconomics (SS)

    Credits: 3
    This course studies consumer and producer behavior, and the role specific economic units play in market development. Elasticity, consumer choice, production costs, and profits are examined relative to different levels of competition.

    Semester: All


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  • ECON 2020 - Macroeconomics (SS)

    Credits: 3
    This course studies the economy as a whole. Concepts of scarcity, demand and supply, output and income, growth, inflation, unemployment, interest rates, money and banking are all examined. Current events are used as examples.

    Semester: All


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  • ECON 2100 - Labor Economics

    Credits: 3
    Studies the economics of the American labor market, wage theory, labor mobility and migration, human resource development, history and role of unions, collective bargaining, and employment data studies.

    Prerequisite: ECON 2010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • ECON 2200 - Money & Banking

    Credits: 3
    This course examines financial institutions and markets and their impact on the economy. This course explores such institutions from the perspective of monetary economic theory, practice, and policy.

    Semester: Spring


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  • ECON 2800 - Economics of Globalization, Inequality, and Sustainability

    Credits: 3
    Econ 2800 provides students with an understanding of the global economic environment and global economic systems. It describes the mutual interconnectedness and interdependence of firms, consumers, and economies around the world. The course examines the impact of global trade on economic development, inequality, and natural resource use across nations and regions and the importance of sustainability to long-term economic development.

    Prerequisite: ECON 2010  
    Recommended Prerequisite: ECON 2020  
    Semester: Spring


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  • ECON 2990 - Special Studies in Economics

    Credits: 1-3
    Under the supervision of the instructor, students develop and follow an individualized curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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Education

  
  • EDU 1000 - Education Program First Year Seminar

    Credits: 1
    This seminar explores ways to successfully navigate the challenges of an AS Degree in Education, successfully begin a college career, and become connected with SLCC and the Education Program.  Students will also be introduced to four-year schools’ program requirements.

    Recommended Corequisite: EDU 1010  
    Semester: All


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  • EDU 1003 - EDU Scholarship Cohort

    Credits: 1
    This seminar explores ways to successfully navigate the challenges of higher education with a focus on the Education Program; their scholarship requirements; transfer to four-year programs and their connection with advisors, faculty and peers at SLCC. Students will learn skills and attitudes related to college success, retention, and completion.

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the TRS or TEI scholarship program
    Corequisite: TRS or TEI scholarship recipient and enrolled in at least one EDU or FHS course each semester
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EDU 1010 - Orientation to Education

    Credits: 3
    Teaching as a career - challenges and rewards, history, philosophies, social issues, legal issues, job availability, and governance. Preparation for acceptance into a teacher education program. Field experience required.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 1020 - Introduction to Higher Education

    Credits: 3
    EDU 1020 is a 3-credit, broad-based college success/first year seminar course designed to effect smooth transitions to the cultural norms of higher education as articulated in the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) First-year experience profile.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 1400 - Study of Disabilities (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    Fundamentals of social dynamics between individuals with and without disabilities are explored including identification and challenges of historical, ethical, legal, and attitudinal perspectives, and diversity. Social interaction including appropriate etiquette skills are taught/practiced through class discussions, activities, personal reflections, and Community-Engaged Learning experiences.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 1900 - Individual Studies in Educ

    Credits: 1-3
    Students plan areas of study, service learning or travel and work with an instructor on an individual basis. The course may involve readings, discussion, research, Community-Engaged Learning, intensive writing or other skills deemed appropriate.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • EDU 2000 - CO-OP Education

    Credits: 1-2
    Supervised work experience in a school or other equivalent setting. Requires the ability to apply teaching/learning theory while working with children. Credit is awarded for successful completion of specific learning objectives.

    Prerequisite: FHS 1500  and EDU 1010  
    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • EDU 2010 - Intro. to Special Education

    Credits: 3
    Historical overview of legal, ethical, and social issues related to a free, appropriate education. Levels of inclusion. Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP). Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Community resources. Working with parents and specialists.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 2011 - Inclusive Classrooms

    Credits: 3
    Prospective general and special educators develop an understanding of the educational needs of children with disabilities and study a variety of instructional and organizational techniques for an inclusive classroom.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 2030 - Research/Inquiry in Education

    Credits: 3
    Examines the general principles and methods used to explain social phenomena. Topics include research design, measurement, sampling, experiments, surveys, data analysis, association and causation, ethics, and the uses of research.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EDU 2110 - Ed Psych Learning & Literacy

    Credits: 3
    Development, application, and assessment of learning; how theory guides classroom instruction; how assessments determine instructional effectiveness.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 2140 - Technology in the Classroom

    Credits: 2
    Examines the fundamental concepts, knowledge, skills, and attitudes for technology in the elementary classroom.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EDU 2150 - Intro to Multicultural Ed.

    Credits: 3
    Students explore historical and theoretical aspects of diversity in elementary and secondary classrooms. Students learn how to create a climate for understanding and acceptance.

    Semester: All


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  • EDU 2410 - Educational Law and Policy

    Credits: 3
    Introduces laws and policies affecting professional educators in elementary and secondary schools.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EDU 2800 - Inst., Tech., Assess., & Plan

    Credits: 3
    The teacher will learn to use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students development of critical thinking, problem solving and performance skills. Teachers will create an electronic portfolio. The Text book that will be used: “The Art and Science of Teaching” by Robert J. Marzano.

    Prerequisite: ARL candidates only
    Semester: All


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  • EDU 2820 - Creating A Learning Environment

    Credits: 3
    The teacher will learn how children learn and develop and will learn to provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.

    Prerequisite: ARL candidates only


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  • EDU 2840 - Literacy Strategies

    Credits: 3
    This course will focus on fundamentals of reading comprehension of students and decisions teachers make concerning methods, materials, and procedures based on those fundamentals.

    Prerequisite: ARL candidates only


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  • EDU 2860 - Survey/Learn.-Teach. Div. Pop.

    Credits: 3
    This course will explore the rationale, concepts, theory, and practice of teaching diverse populations from cultural, linguistic and socio-economic diverse backgrounds in pluralistic schools and societies.

    Prerequisite: ARL candidates only


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  • EDU 2873 - ARL - Elementary Social Studies Methods

    Credits: 3
    This course fills the requirements for alternative route to licensure candidates who are seeking elementary teaching licensure in the state of Utah. Students will implement research-based best practices for K-5 in social studies instruction.

    Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree, AEL (Associate Educator License), teaching position in Utah K-12 school
    Semester: Fall and Spring


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  • EDU 2900 - Special Topics in Education

    Credits: 1-3
    An in-depth study of a particular topic in elementary or secondary education. The course may involve readings, discussion, research, Community-Engaged Learning, intensive writing, or other skills deemed appropriate.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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Electrical Engineering

  
  • EE 1010 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering and Lab Methods

    Credits: 1
    This course introduces the physical properties of voltage and current, several of the electronic devices typically found in electrical systems, and the electronic lab equipment used to analyze electrical systems. Education and career options are discussed. 

    Prerequisite: ENGR 1010  or MATH 1010  or placement into MATH 1050  
    Semester: All


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  • EE 1020 - Electrical Engineering Problem w/Matlab

    Credits: 1
    Introduction to Matlab from an electrical engineering perspective. Examples from engineering systems are used to demonstrate problem solving and programming principles including conditional and looping structures, functions, and advanced plotting. 

    Prerequisite: MATH 1060  or MATH 1080 , either can be taken concurrently
    Semester: All


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  • EE 1270 - Introduction to Electrical Circuits I

    Credits: 4
    Basic concepts of analog circuits including DC voltage, current, power, resistance, capacitance, and inductance. Ohm’s, Kirchhoff’s Laws, node voltages, branch, mesh currents, equivalent circuits, natural and step response of first order circuits, Operational Amplifiers, AC voltages and phasors, impedance, sinusoidal steady state analysis and design projects are included.

    Prerequisite: (ENGR 1010  or MATH 1210 ) and EE 1010 ; EE 1020  or ENGR 1030  or ENGR 1040  - all courses must be completed with a “C” grade or better
    Corequisite: MATH 1220  and PHYS 2210  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EE 2000 - Cooperative Education

    Credits: 1-2
    A supervised work experience in a business, industrial or government environment related to Electrical Engineering. Credit is awarded for successful completion of specific learning objectives that provide new learning related to Electrical Engineering.

    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, minimum 2.0 GPA, and instructor approval
    Semester: All


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  • EE 2200 - Electrical Engineering for Civil Engineers

    Credits: 2
    Fundamentals of electrical engineering topics for Civil Engineering majors. Fundamentals of DC and AC theory, power, motors, transformers, and design projects are included.

    Prerequisite: PHYS 2220  and ENGR 1010  or MATH 2250  
    Semester: All


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  • EE 2210 - Electrical Engineering for Non-Majors

    Credits: 3
    Fundamentals of electrical engineering topics for students who are not electrical engineering majors. Fundamentals of DC and AC theory, semiconductor devices, power, 3-phase, transformers, frequency selective circuits. Lab included.

    Prerequisite: ENGR 1010  and PHYS 2220  
    Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 2250  
    Semester: All


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  • EE 2260 - Fundamentals of Electrical Circuits II

    Credits: 4


     

    This course covers basic concepts of the Natural and Step Response of RCL Circuits, State Space analysis, Laplace Transforms and circuit analysis techniques in the Laplace Domain, Fourier Series, Frequency Selective Circuits, Power, and Three Phase Circuits.  Laboratory with  design projects are included.

     

    Prerequisite: EE 1270 , MATH 1220  and PHYS 2210 ; and MATH 2250 , PHYS 2220  with concurrency
    Recommended Prerequisite: ENGR 1010  
    Corequisite:
     
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EE 2280 - Fundamentals of Engineering Electronics

    Credits: 4
    This course covers the fundamental concepts of semiconductor devices, electronic circuits and components, network models of amplifiers, operational amplifiers, diodes, BJTs and MOSFETs, biasing, feedback, stability and frequency response are covered. Design projects and simulation are included.

    Prerequisite: EE 2260  and PHYS 2220  
    Recommended Prerequisite: ENGR 1010  
    Semester: Spring & Summer


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  • EE 2700 - Fundamentals of Digital System Design

    Credits: 4
    An introduction to digital systems, Boolean algebra and theory and design of Combinatorial and Sequential circuits and finite state machines. Use of computer based software (CAD) tools for design, schematic capture and simulation of circuits. Field programmable gate array implementations are used. Design projects are included. 

    Prerequisite: CSIS 1400  or CSIS 1410 ; EE 1270  or PHYS 2220  
    Semester: Spring


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Electrical Independent Technology

  
  • ELI 1110 - Electricity I A

    Credits: 5
    Electrical materials and devices, safety on the job site and handling of tools and equipment. Math for electricians and electrical code including definitions and basic direct current fundamentals.

    Prerequisite: MATH 0980 MATH 0990 , or ELI 1470  with C grade or better or appropriate placement score.
    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 1120 - Electricity I B

    Credits: 5
    Direct current fundamentals with application and study of the National Electrical Code including theory and definitions, circuits, direct current motors and generators. Introduction to Alternating Current is included.

    Prerequisite: ELI 1110  
    Semester: Spring & Summer
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 1210 - Electricity II A

    Credits: 5
    This is the continued study of direct current fundamentals and theory. It includes applied math for electricians, capacitance and impedance, series circuits and resistance.

    Prerequisite: ELI 1120  
    Semester: Fall
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 1220 - Electricity II B

    Credits: 5
    This course provides continued instruction in alternating current fundamentals and applied math for electricians. Instruction includes theory and application in transformers, alternating current methods and motor controls.

    Prerequisite: ELI 1210  
    Semester: Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 1470 - Math for the Trades (QS)

    Credits: 5
    This is a customized electricians’ course in applied mathematics for the trades including algebraic and trigonometric functions.

    Semester: All


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  • ELI 2000 - Electrical CO-OP

    Credits: 3-6
    College credit for experience on the job site. Arranged in advance. Requirements are determined by the employee.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2310 - Electricity III A

    Credits: 5
    This course provides instruction in heating and air conditioning, continued math for electricians and introduces instrumentation. Further instruction in National Electrical Code and testing equipment is provided.

    Prerequisite: ELI 1220  
    Semester: Fall
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2320 - Electricity III B

    Credits: 5
    This course covers advanced motor controls theory and application, transformers and specialty applications. Instruction also is provided in electronics and continuation of math for electricians.

    Prerequisite: ELI 2310  
    Semester: Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2410 - Electricity IV A

    Credits: 5
    This is a study of atomic theory, electricity and magnetism and series-parallel circuits. Continued application and study of math for electricians and the National Electrical Code is included.

    Prerequisite: ELI 2320  
    Semester: Fall
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2420 - Electricity IV B

    Credits: 5
    Math for electricians including vectors and trigonometric functions. Various circuits, power sources and supplies, advanced motor and motor control. National Electrical Code is included.

    Prerequisite: ELI 2410  
    Semester: Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2510 - Electricity V A

    Credits: 5
    Direct current and alternating current theory fundamentals, applied math and application of motors, motor controls and the National Electrical Code. Elective class to prepare journeymen for Master’s Examination.

    Semester: Fall
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2520 - Electricity V B

    Credits: 5
    Direct current and alternating current theory fundamentals, applied math and application of motors, motor controls and the National Electrical Code. Elective class to prepare journeymen for Master’s Examination.

    Semester: Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2990 - Electrical Special Studies

    Credits: 5
    Special course requested by the Utah State Licensing Board for applicant electricians to review lab projects prior to retaking practical journeyman’s exam.

    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • ELI 2991 - Electrical Special Studies II

    Credits: 5
    Special course requested by the Utah State Licensing Board for applicant electricians to review theory prior to retaking journeyman’s examination.

    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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Electromechanical Assembly (SLTC)

  
  • KEMA 0167 - IPC-J-STD-001G Certified Specialist

    Clock Hours: 36


    J-STD-001G is a consensus standard for soldering materials/ processes using lead-tin and lead-free solder. Course has practical and academic elements. Certification requires practical and written exams. 

     

     

    Recommended Prerequisite: Assembly and Soldering courses and or experience for through-hole and surface mount technology. Such as KELA 0151  and KELA 0161 , and/or previous J-STD certification. Industry experience involving Assembly and Soldering courses and or experience for through-hole and surface mount technology.
    Semester: All
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KEMA 0168 - IPC/WHMA-A-620 Cert

    Clock Hours: 64
    IPC/WHMA-A-620 is a consensus standard for requirements and acceptance for cable and wire harness assemblies. Prepares students for the IPC written Certification Exam.

    Semester: All


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  • KEMA 0169 - IPC/WHMA-A-620C Certification

    Clock Hours: 60
    This course will cover the Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies, as defined by the IPC/WHMA-A-620C industry-consensus standard. The student will learn the criteria for wire prep, soldering to terminals, crimping, ultrasonic welding, splicing, connectors, molding, marking, coax cables, wrapping, and be prepared to be obtain IPC-620C CIS certification.

    Semester: All
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KEMA 0170 - IPC J-STD-001G Recertification

    Clock Hours: 16
    J-STD-001G is the consensus standard for soldering materials/processes, using lead-tin and lead-free solder. Students learn process control methods for quality levels. Course has practical and academic elements and introduces lead-free soldering. Certification requires practical and written exams. 

    Recommended Prerequisite: Assembly and Soldering courses and or experience for through-hole and surface mount technology. Such as KELA 0151  and KELA 0161 , and/or previous J-STD certification. Industry experience involving Assembly and Soldering courses and or experience for through-hole and surface mount technology.
    Semester: All
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KEMA 0171 - IPC-A-620C CIS Recertification

    Clock 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. A challenge test can only be taken once in any twelve-month period.

    Recommended Prerequisite: Previous IPC Certifications
    Semester: All
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KEMA 0180 - Electromechanical Project

    Clock Hours: 70
    This project-based course combines material from previous courses with industry requirements to complete an entire project. Mechanical/electronics assembly/safety/handling/ cleaning, and cabling/harnessing are emphasized.

    Semester: All


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Electronics Engineering Technology

  
  • EET 1050 - Electrical Engineering Technology Laboratory Practices

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to required laboratory techniques. Topics include soldering, cable building, print reading, part identification, circuit board repair, prototype assembly and manufacturing documentation in a combination of lecture and laboratory classes. Credit for learning outcomes in SLTC courses may be awarded per SLCC policy. For specific SLTC course, see EET faculty.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EET 1110 - Basic Electronics

    Credits: 2
    Introduction to the concepts and fundamentals of electronic devices, circuits and systems. An electronics overview course for technology majors. Topics include direct current electricity, alternating current electricity, transistors and integrated circuits, amplifiers and oscillators, transmitters and receivers, digital logic circuits, electronic memory, and computers.

    Recommended Corequisite: STEM 1010  or appropriate placement.
    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 1130 - Digital Systems

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to digital electronics, integrated circuits, numbering systems, Boolean algebra, gates, flip-flops, multiplexers, sequential circuits, combinational circuits, programmable logic devices, and computer architecture. Lecture and lab combination. Laboratory activities to include the design, construction, analysis, and measurement of basic digital systems.

    Recommended Corequisite: STEM 1010  or appropriate placement.
    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 1140 - AC and DC Circuits

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to AC and DC circuit fundamentals, analysis, theorems, laws, components, measuring devices, and equipment. The introduction and use of measuring instruments, power supplies, and signal generators. Lecture and lab combination with simulation emphasis. Laboratory activities to include circuit design, construction, and analysis of AC/DC circuits.

    Prerequisite: STEM 1010  or appropriate placement.
    Semester: Spring


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  • EET 2110 - Semiconductor Circuits

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to the design and analysis of semiconductor circuits using diodes, transistors, op-amps, field effect devices, thyristors, and regulators. Lecture and lab combination. Laboratory activities to include the design, construction, computer simulation, and analysis of semiconductor circuits, amplifiers and power supplies.

    Prerequisite: EET 1140  
    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 2120 - Power and Motors

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to AC and DC motors, relays, transformers, power measurements, National Electrical Code, ladder logic, wiring, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Lecture and lab combination. Laboratory activities to include the design, construction, and analysis of basic power circuits and machinery configurations.

    Prerequisite: EET 1140  
    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 2140 - Communications Systems

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to digital and wireless communication circuits. Topics to include radio frequency circuits, modulation, detection, transmitters, receivers, transmission lines, antennas, and measurement instruments. Digital communications topics to include parallel and serial data transmission. Lecture and lab combination. Laboratory activities to include the design and construction of RF devices.

    Prerequisite: EET 2110  
    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 2150 - Embedded Systems & Robotics

    Credits: 4
    A study of the use of microprocessors as controllers in embedded systems Lecture and Lab combination. Laboratory activities include the design, construction, and analysis of microprocessor based systems. Students will be introduced to the ethical implications of embedded and robotic systems. Career pathways in electrical, programming and robotic disciplines will be explored. Electrical principles involved in creating interfaces including the behavior of transistors, relays and H-Bridges will be explored.  Systems will use optical, mechanical, temperature, magnetic and resistive sensors and will control relays, solenoids, motors and lights. Projects will include mechanical and electrical components critical to understanding and creating robotic systems. The students will form teams to create challenging capstone robotic projects.

    Prerequisite: Within the last year: MATH 0980  or MATH 0990  w/C grade or better or appropriate placement score; and ENGL 0990  w/C grade or better.r
    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 2160 - Troubleshooting

    Credits: 4
    An introduction to troubleshooting techniques and skills. Topics include the use of diagnostic electronic test equipment such as multi-meters, power supplies, signal generators, digital storage oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers. Students will diagnose and repair electronic circuits and systems. Lecture and laboratory combination.

    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 2170 - Industrial Controls

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to industrial control systems for manufacturing and automated test applications. The course will focus on LabVIEW control systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Students will configure, program, and troubleshoot industrial control systems. Lecture and lab combination.

    Semester: Fall


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  • EET 2240 - Advanced Radio Frequency Systems

    Credits: 4
    The course covers several advanced radio frequency communications topics. These topics include transmission and reception of video, audio and digital data, component behavior and characteristics for high frequency circuits, troubleshooting and calibration of RF systems and additional topics relevant to the employment requirements of local industry partners who specialize in RF communications.

    Recommended Prerequisite: STEM 1010  or appropriate placement.
    Semester: Spring


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Electronics Technology (CE)

  
  • ELTR 1010 - DC/AC Basic Electronics

    Credits: 6
    Covers basic electronics theory, DC and AC fundamentals, circuit analysis and troubleshooting. Students learn the use of electronics equipment such as meters, oscilloscopes, and function generators.

    Prerequisite: ELTR 1040
    Corequisite: ELTR 1050


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  • ELTR 1030 - Active Devices

    Credits: 6
    Fundamentals of active devices-diodes, bi-polar junction and field effect transistors, tyristor family, opto electronic family, biasing techniques, basic amplifier classes, configurations, and basic power supplies.

    Prerequisite: ELTA 1010 or ELTR 1010 and ELTA 2010 or ELTR 2010


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  • ELTR 1040 - Technical Basic

    Credits: 2
    Covers MSDOS, Windows applications, and introduction to structured programming using QBASIC. Focus on practical applications that electronics and other technology students may encounter in the industry.

    Corequisite: ELTR 1010


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  • ELTR 1050 - Electronics Math

    Credits: 3
    Covers basic arithmetic, algebraic operations, and plane trigonometry required for electronics training program. Graphical solutions, determinants, circular solutions, and systems equations are covered.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1010  or appropriate placement score


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  • ELTR 1080 - Electronic Assembly Skills

    Credits: 2
    A project-oriented course that provides basic soldering and assembly skills required of electronic technicians. The focus is on thru-hole soldering to industry specifications. Students receive an industry recognized certification.


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  • ELTR 1100 - Linear Circuits

    Credits: 4
    Course covers active devices such as diodes, transistors, thyroidstors, and opto-electric devices. Amplifier biasing and categories are covered, including linear and non-linear circuits. Troubleshooting concepts are emphasized.

    Prerequisite: ELTR 1010 and ELTR 1050


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  • ELTR 1130 - Digital Circuits

    Credits: 4
    Covers basic theory of digital circuits, binary, octal, and hexadecimal number systems, truth tables, gates, counters, and logical devices. AC/DC and DC/AC conversion is covered and lab projects emphasize troubleshooting.


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  • ELTR 2000 - Elec/Comp Technology Co-op

    Credits: 1-8
    College credit awarded for on-the-job experience. Arranged in advance with requirements determined by the employer, employee, and instructor.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • ELTR 2010 - Advanced Circuit Analysis

    Credits: 2
    Covers advanced electronic network theory including Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Millman’s and superposition. Analysis of the effects of input and output impedances and loading effects on circuit performance are taught.

    Prerequisite: ELTR 1010 and ELTR 1100


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  • ELTR 2020 - Technician Certification

    Credits: 2
    Review of electronics theory, applications to practical problems, and solutions. Computerized tutorial prepares students for industry-recognized associate level exams (National Assoc. of Radio and Telecom Engineers (NARTE).

    Prerequisite: ELTR 1100 and ELTR 1130


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  • ELTR 2100 - Advanced Linear Circuits

    Credits: 6
    Advanced applications of linear circuits. Analysis of active filters, frequency effects on amplifiers, analysis of amplifying systems and computer simulation of linear circuits are covered.

    Prerequisite: ELTR 1010 and ELTR 1100


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  • ELTR 2140 - Advanced Digital Circuits

    Credits: 6
    Course covers advanced digital topics, including Karnaugh maps, advanced logic circuits, advanced counters, shift registers, memory systems, and fundamentals of microprocessor architecture.

    Prerequisite: ELTR 1130 or ELTA 1130


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  • 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


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  • 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


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  • 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


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  • 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


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  • 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.


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Electronics Technology (SLTC)

  
  • KECT 0113 - Telecommunications & Data Communications

    Clock 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


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Electronics (SLTC)

  
  • KELA 0151 - Universal Assembly and Repair

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KELA 0161 - Surface Mount Technology

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KELA 0190 - Basic Assembly and Soldering

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KET2 0101 - Electronics Math

    Clock 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


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  • KET2 0102 - Technical Writing

    Clock 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


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  • KET2 0103 - DC Fundamentals & Circuits

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KET2 0104 - AC Fundamentals & Circuits

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KET2 0105 - Analog Devices & Circuits

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KET2 0106 - Digital Circuits & Apps

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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  • KET2 0107 - CET Associate Tech Cert

    Clock 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


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  • KET2 0108 - Test and Measurement Instrumentation

    Clock 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
    Estimated Course Fee: Additional Course Fee Required


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