May 14, 2024  
2013-2014 Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Diesel Equipment Technology

  
  • DET 2236 - Auxiliary System Components

    6 SH
    A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge in the repair and service of auxiliary systems on a diesel engine. Includes instruction and practice in servicing and repair of the air induction, air/hydraulic starting, engine brake, and cooling systems. (2 hr lecture, 8 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2253 - Steering and Suspension Systems

    3 SH
    A course to provide skills and knowledge related to operation, maintenance, and repair of heavy duty steering and suspension systems. Includes instruction in steering column and steering gear, power steering unit, steering linkage, suspension, wheel alignment, and related components diagnosis and repair. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2273 - Electrical/Electronic Systems III

    3 SH
    A course where the student will learn techniques of troubleshooting and repairing the electronic management systems that control today’s diesel engines with the use of laptop computers and other diagnostic equipment specific to each manufacturer’s engines. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2373 - Diesel Systems II

    3 SH
    Diagnosis, service, and repair of lubrication systems, cooling system, and air induction and exhaust systems. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2383 - Diesel Systems III

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DET 2374 ) A course designed to teach students the methods and techniques of troubleshooting diesel engine problems and correct repair procedures.  This course will also cover electronic controlled fuel systems.  (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2523 - Fluid Power Trains

    3 SH
    A course to provide skills and knowledge related to the maintenance and repair of fluid power trains used on heavy equipment. Includes instruction in general principles of operation and diagnosis and repair of system components. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2623 - Advanced Brake Systems (Air)

    3 SH
    A course to provide instruction and practice in the maintenance and repair of air brake systems commonly used on commercial diesel powered equipment. Includes instruction in maintenance and repair of the air supply system, mechanical system, anti-lock braking system, and traction control system. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2813 - Air Conditioning and Heating Systems

    3 SH
    A course to provide skills and knowledge related to operation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning and heating systems used in commercial equipment. Includes instruction in theories and operating principles, A/C system diagnosis and repair, clutch and compressor repair, evaporator and condenser repair, and heating system repair. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2823 - Transport Refrigeration

    3 SH
    A course to provide skills and knowledge related to service and repair of transport refrigeration units. Includes instruction on operating principles, common refrigeration unit problems, and refrigeration unit repairs. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2913 - Special Project

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Consent of instructor) A course to provide students with practical application of skills and knowledge related to a specific instructor-approved topic. Instructor and student work closely together in planning and conducting the project. (6 hr lab)
  
  • DET 2923 - Supervised Work Experience

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Consent of instructor) A supervised on or off site work experience in which the student works under the supervision of industry and the instructor. Competencies and objectives are determined by a mutual agreement between the student, employer, and instructor. (9 hr supervised work experience)

Drafting and Design Technology

  
  • DDT 1113 - Fundamentals of Drafting

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123 , MAT 0123 , REA 0133 ) (Corequisites: DDT 1313)  Fundamentals and principles of drafting to provide the basic background needed for all other drafting courses.  (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1133 - Machine Drafting I

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1114  and DDT 1314 ) Emphasizes methods, techniques, and procedures in presenting screws, bolts, rivets, springs, thread types, symbols for welding, materials, finish and heat treatment notation, working order preparation, routing and other drafting room procedures. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1153 - Descriptive Geometry

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1114 ) Theory and problems designed to develop the ability to visualize points, lines, and surface space. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1213 - Construction Materials

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 0123,  REA 0133)  Physical properties of the materials generally used in the erection of a structure, with a brief description of their manufacture. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1313 - Principles of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: REA 0133,  MAT 0123,  ENG 0123)  (Corequisites: DDT 1113)  Basic operating system and drafting skills on CAD. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1323 - Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1113,  DDT 1313)  Continuation of Principles of CAD.  Subject areas include dimensioning, sectional views and symbols. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1413 - Elementary Surveying

    3 SH
    Basic course dealing with principles of geometry, theory, and use of instruments, mathematical calculations, and the control and reduction of errors. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1513 - Blue Print Reading

    3 SH
    Terms and definitions used in reading blueprints. Basic sketching, drawing, and dimensioning of objects will be covered. (Enrollment is limited to career certificate students in other disciplines.) (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 1613 - Architectural Design 1

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1313,  DDT 1113,  DDT 1323)  This course is a study and development of architectural design principles for a residential structure. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2163 - Machine Drafting II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1133 ) A continuation of Machine Drafting I with emphasis on advanced techniques and knowledge employed in the planning of mechanical objects. Includes instruction in pipe drafting and the use of tolerancing and dimensioning techniques. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2213 - Structural Drafting

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1323 ) Structural section, terms and conventional abbreviations, and symbols used by structural fabricators and erectors are studied. Knowledge is gained in the use of A.I.S.C. Handbook. Problems are studied that involve structural designing and drawing of beams, columns, connections, trusses, and bracing. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2243 - Cost Estimating

    3 SH
    Preparation of material and labor quantity surveys from actual working drawings and specifications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2343 - Advanced Computer Aided Drafting

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1323)  A continuation of Intermediate CAD.  Emphasis is placed on the user coordinate system and 3D modeling. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2346 - Computer Aided Design Seminar

    6 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344 ) Research carried out by the student in major areas of computer aided drafting. Presentation of ideas can be in a paper format or electronic format. Emphasis on actual methods and practice used in industry. (4 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2423 - Mapping and Topography

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1413,  DDT 1323)  Selected drafting techniques are applied to the problem of making maps, traverses, plot plans, plan drawings, and profile drawings using maps, field survey data, aerial photographs, and related references and materials including symbols, notations, and other applicable standardized materials. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2433 - Legal Principles of Surveying

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1413 ) Legal aspects of boundary control for the survey and resurvey of real property. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2443 - Advanced Surveying

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1413 ) Principles of land surveying, methods of boundary locations, and land description in accordance with original surveys and resurveys. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2453 - GPS/GIS Surveying

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1413 ) Principles of surveying utilizing artificial earth orbit satellites and digitizing the information obtained to establish a useful database. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2463 - GPS/GIS Surveying

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1413 ) Principles of surveying utilizing artificial earth orbit satellites and digitizing the information obtained to establish a useful database.

      (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2533 - Highway Drafting

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1324 ) A study of basic information to highway drafting. Horizontal alignment of route surveys in the plan view, vertical alignment of route surveys in the profile view, typical sections, cross sections, and area calculations and estimation of quantities. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2623 - Architectural Design II

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1613)  Emphasizes standard procedures and working drawings. Details involving architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings are covered, along with presentation of drawings and computer-aided design assignments. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2713 - Fundamentals of Multimedia

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344 ) A general overview of current issues in multimedia. Study of how multimedia can assist in the work environment, provides a basis for further study in multimedia design and production. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2833 - Portfolio

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2343 )  This course provides instruction on the preparation of drawings for a portfolio presentation and a resume for portfolio presentation using both electronic and hard copies.  The students will use different medias to showcase their work.  Topics will include production of a resume and portfolio, setting up a website showing multiple projects and examples of work.  (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2913 - Special Projects

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344 ) Practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other drafting courses.  The instructor works closely with the student to insure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience.  (6 hr lab)
  
  • DDT 2924 - Supervised Work Experience

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 2344  or consent of instructor) Cooperative program between industry and education designed to integrate the student‘s technical studies with industrial experience. Variable credit is awarded on the basis of one semester hour per 45 industrial contact hours. (12 hr externship)
  
  • GIT 1253 - Cartography and Computer Mapping

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: GIT 2123 ) An introduction to the preparation and interpretation of data in cartographic form and the use of computers for map compilation, design, and production. Includes principles of global positioning (GPS), methods of map-making, and principles of cartography. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2113 - Database Construction and Maintenance

    3 SH
    A course designed to introduce database concepts and goals of database management systems, and relational, hierarchical, and network models of data. Included are Structured Query Language (SQL) and methods for organizing and accessing data. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2123 - Fundamentals of Geographic Information System

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: DDT 1314 ) This course includes the use of computer mapping and databases in multiple applications. Included are incorporation of imagery and data into a graphical oriented database system. Also included are the fundamentals of geographical information system techniques, approaches, and applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2133 - Principles of Imaging Processing

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: GIT 2123 ) This course includes fundamentals of remotely sensed data including scale, feature identification, and symbolization. Includes fundamentals of interpretation techniques of various image products, including topographic and thematic maps, aerial photographs, sensor images, and satellite images. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2263 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: GIT 2423, GIT 2113 ) This is an integrated course that encompasses geographic data units, processing, and analyses directed toward objects of scientific investigation. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2273 - Remote Sensing

    3 SH
    This course includes remote sensing, interpretation, and application of air photos and other remote sensing images. This course includes a study of the global positioning system. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2423 - Mapping and Topography for GIS


    Selected drafting techniques are applied to the problem of making maps, traverses, plot plans, plan drawings, and profile drawings using maps, field survey data, aerial photographs, and related references and materials including symbols, notations, and other applicable standardized materials.  (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • GIT 2923 - Supervised Work Experience in Geographic Information Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: Sophomore standing in Geographic Information Systems Technology) This course is a cooperative program between the industry and education and is designed to integrate the student‘s technical studies with industrial experience. Credit is awarded on the basis of one semester hour per forty-five industrial contact hours. (9 hr externship)

Early Childhood Education Technology

  
  • CDT 1113 - Early Childhood Profession

    3 SH
    This course is an introduction to the profession of early childhood, types of early childhood programs, and theories of child development. Students are required to observe, assess, and record child behavior through laboratory experience. Room arrangements, software, play, and safety are some of the topics explored. (2 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
  
  • CDT 1213 - Child Development I

    3 SH
    This course provides knowledge concerning the care and development of infants and toddlers in group settings.  Practice is given in infant and toddler care-giving in group settings through classroom laboratory or collaborative centers. (1 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 1214 - Child Development I

    4 SH
    This course provides knowledge concerning the care and development of infants and toddlers in group settings. Practice is given in infant and toddler caregiving in group settings through classroom laboratory or collaborative centers. (3 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
  
  • CDT 1223 - Child Development II

    3 SH
    This course provides knowledge of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social developmental characteristics of young children from three to eight years of age.
      (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 1224 - Child Development II

    4 SH
    This course provides knowledge of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social developmental characteristics of young children from three to eight years of age. (3 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
  
  • CDT 1313 - Creative Arts for Young Children

    3 SH
    This course emphasizes the planning and development of creative art activities with children birth to age eight.  Activities will be implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 1314 - Creative Arts for Young Children

    4 SH
    This course emphasizes the planning and development of creative art activities with children birth to age eight. Activities will be implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (4 hr. lecture)
  
  • CDT 1342 - Child Health and Safety

    2 SH
    This course explores the health and safety practices in the card and education of young children.  It includes health and safety issues such as first-aid, CPR, universal precautions, communicable diseases and child abuse. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 1343 - Child Health and Safety

    3 SH
    This course explores the health and safety practices in the care and education of young children. It includes health and safety issues such as first-aid, CPR, universal precautions, communicable diseases, and child abuse. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 1512 - Nutrition for Young Children

    2 SH
    This course focuses on fundamental principles of child nutrition and the practical application of this knowledge in the selection of balanced diets. (1 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 1513 - Nutrition for Young Children

    3 SH
    This course focuses on fundamental principles of child nutrition and the practical application of this knowledge in the selection of balanced diets. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 1713 - Language/Literacy Development for Young Children

    3 SH
    This course offers a study of language development and the implementation of a developmentally appropriate language arts curriculum for young children. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2233 - Guiding Social and Emotional Behavior

    3 SH
    The purpose of this course is to identify and practice positive and effective techniques in guiding young children‘s behavior. Lab activities will be implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2413 - Atypical Child Development

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: CDT 1214 , CDT 1224 ) This course provides information concerning growth and development, identification, intervention strategies, and management of atypical children. Legal, ethical, legislative and family issues will be explored. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 2612 - Methods and Materials

    2 SH
    This course explores appropriate methods and materials for teaching young children in a learning environment. Lab activities with the children are implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (2 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2613 - Methods and Materials

    3 SH
    This course explores appropriate methods and materials for teaching young children in a learning environment. Lab activities with the children are implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2713 - Social Studies, Math and Science for Young Children

    3 SH
    This course emphasizes developmentally appropriate activities in social studies, math and science for the young child.  Lab activities with the children are implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 2714 - Social Studies, Math, and Science for Young Children

    4 SH
    This course emphasizes developmentally appropriate activities in social studies, math and science for the young child. Lab activities with the children are implemented during Student Teaching I and II. (4 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2813 - Administration of Programs for Young Children

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: First three semesters of Early Childhood Education Technology Courses) This course emphasizes the development and administration of programs for young children to include an emphasis on evaluation of policies and procedures, organizational structure, and management. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • CDT 2915 - Student Teaching I

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: CDT 1314 , CDT 1713 , CDT 1343 , CDT 1214 , CDT 1224 ) This course allows child development students to implement knowledge and experience in preparing and implementing positive experiences for young children. Completion of the competencies provides opportunities for students to implement experiences planned in the prerequisites and ensures a balance of all curriculum areas. Not all competencies will be achieved at the end of this course due to the variance that exists in the childhood settings used for student experiences. Other competencies will be achieved and documented by the end of the two-year program of study. (10 hr lab)
  
  • CDT 2925 - Student Teaching II

    5 SH
    (Prerequisites: CDT 1314 , CDT 2233 , CDT 2613 , CDT 2714 , CDT 1214 , CDT 1224 , CDT 2915 ) This course is a continuation of Student Teaching I which allows advanced child development students to implement knowledge and experience in preparing and implementing positive experiences for young children. Completion of the competencies provides opportunities for students to implement experiences planned in the prerequisites and ensures a balance of all curriculum areas. All competencies will be achieved and documented by the completion of the two student teaching courses. (10 hr lab)

Economics

  
  • ECO 2113 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    3 SH
    The study of a nation‘s economy to include the following topics: supply and demand, production possibilities, monetary and fiscal policies, factors of production, GDP/business cycles and economic growth, circular flow of market economies and international trade. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • ECO 2123 - Principles of Microeconomics

    3 SH
    The study of firms, industries and consumers to include the following topics: supply and demand, elasticity of demand and supply, consumer choice theory, production and cost theory and market structures. (3 hr lecture)

Education

  
  • EDU 0112 - Praxis I Preparation

    2 SH
    This course prepares teacher education majors to take the Praxis I exam. (2 hr lecture)
  
  • EDU 1613 - Foundations in Education

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ENG 1113  or an ACT English subscore of 18 or higher) A survey of the history and philosophies of American education is presented with special emphasis on current issues and problems in education. A minimum of 30-40 hours of supervised field observation in local schools is required for course completion. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • EDU 2613 - Introduction to Secondary Education

    3 SH
    Early field experiences in the secondary school, formulation of a basic philosophy of education. Includes a minimum of 40 hours field experience in junior and/or senior high schools. (3 hr lecture)

Educational Psychology

  
  • EPY 2513 - Child Psychology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PSY 1513  and sophomore standing) A study of the various aspects of human growth and development during childhood. Topics include physical, psychosocial & cognitive development from conception into emerging adolescence.
  
  • EPY 2523 - Adolescent Psychology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PSY 1513  and sophomore standing) A study of human growth and development during adolescence. This includes physical, cognitive and psychosocial development. (3 hr lecture)
  
  • EPY 2533 - Human Growth and Development

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: PSY 1513 ) A study of human growth and development from conception through late adulthood, including death and dying. Topics include physical, psychosocial and cognitive development with implications for health professionals and others who work with people. (3 hr lecture)

Electrical Technology

  
  • ELT 1113 - Residential/Light Commercial Wiring

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This course provides advanced skills related to the wiring of single family, multi-family, and small commercial buildings. Includes instruction and practice in service entrance installation, specialized circuits, and the use of commercial raceways. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1123 - Commercial and Industrial Wiring

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This course provides instruction and practice in the installation of commercial and industrial electrical services including the types of conduit and other raceways, NEC code requirements, and three-phase distribution networks. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1133 - Introduction to the National Electric Code

    3 SH
    This is a course in the layout, format, rules, and regulations set forth in the National Electric Code. Emphasis is placed on developing the student‘s ability to find information in the National Electric Code and apply that information in real world applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1144 - AC & DC Circuits for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    Principles and theories associated with AC and DC circuits used in the electrical trades. Includes the study of electrical circuits, laws and formulas, and the use of test equipment to analyze AC and DC circuits. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1163 - Drafting for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1193 , ELT 1263 , ELT 1283 ; consent of instructor) Preparation and interpretation of schematics, electrical drawings and electrical blueprints. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1193 - Fundamentals of Electricity

    3 SH
    This course is designed to introduce fundamental skills associated with all electrical courses. Safety, basic tools, special tools, equipment, and an introduction to simple AC and DC circuits will be included. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1213 - Electrical Power

    3 SH
    (Pre/Corequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This course provides information on electrical motors and their installation.  Instruction and practice in using the different types of electrical motors, transformers, and alternators. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1223 - Motor Maintenance

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1213 ) This course provides instruction in the principles and practice of motor repair. This course includes topics on the disassembly/assembly and preventive maintenance of common electrical motors. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1253 - Branch Circuit and Service Entrance Calculations

    3 SH
    This is a course in calculating circuit sizes for all branch circuits and service entrances in residential installation. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1263 - Blueprint Reading/Planning the Residential Installation

    3 SH
    This course provides knowledge of symbols needed to read blueprints. All elevations and various plans associated with electrical wiring will be studied. Blank blueprints will be provided and a list of all appliances and their amperage will be supplied. The blanks will be filled with outlets as required by NEC. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1273 - Switching Circuits for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Application

    3 SH
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the various methods by which single pole, 3-way, and 4- way switches are used in residential, commercial, and industrial installations. Includes the installation and operation of low voltage, remote control switching. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1283 - Estimating the Cost of a Residential Installation

    3 SH
    A course to provide a probable cost of a residential installation. Includes a study of the specifications set forth for a particular structure. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1313 - Automated Manufacturing Controls for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course is designed to teach the students the integrated control systems found in automated systems. Emphasis will be placed on encoders, optical devices, servo motors, stepper motors, computerized numerical control (CNC), vision and sensing systems, lasers, programmatic controllers, slid state motor controls, and other similar devices. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1324 - Calibration and Measurement Principles Used in the Electrical Industry

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 2613 , ELT 2623 ; consent of instructor) This course introduces the students to various terms related to measurement principles and calibration techniques used in the electrical industry. With PLCs, the topic also includes the procedures and calibration of various instruments and PLCs used in industry. (3 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1334 - Flexible Manufacturing Systems for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2424 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2623 ; consent of instructor) This course is a production project that requires the student to apply technical skills acquired in previous courses. Project management is provide by the instructor with the students working as teams in each particular area of the manufacturing system. The students are required to plan the project and prepare the integrated system to manufacture a product. This includes all software, hardware, fixtures, clamping mechanisms, material handling requirements, sensors and interfacing and external control devices. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1343 - Fundamentals of Instrumentation

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) This course provides students with a general knowledge of instrumentation principles as they relate to the electrical industry. This course includes instruction in the basics of hydraulics and pneumatics and the use of electrical circuits in the instruction process. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1353 - Fundamentals of Robotics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course is designed to introduce the student to industrial robots. Topics to be covered include robotics history, industrial robot configurations, operations and basic programming and how they relate to the electrical industry. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1363 - Industrial Hydraulics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course introduces the students to basic hydraulics, hydraulics actuators, accumulators, valves, pumps, motors, fluids, coolers, and filters. Emphasis is placed on development of hydraulic control circuits, electrical interfacing techniques, and troubleshooting. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1373 - Industrial Pneumatics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course introduces the students to basic pneumatic principles, compression of air, work devices, control devices, and circuit diagrams. Emphasis is placed on development of pneumatic control circuits, electromechanical control of fluid power, and troubleshooting techniques. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1383 - Industrial Robotics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1353 , ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course teaches the operating systems and advanced programming methods of industrial robots. Actual industrial grade robots are used to train the student in the areas of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, service procedures, and robotics applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1393 - Servo Control Systems for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This course is designed to teach servo components; servo valves; velocity servos; positional servos; force, pressure, and torque servos; servo amplifiers; programmers; and servo analysis. Emphasis is placed on servo trim and maintenance and the applications of servo systems. (2hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1413 - Motor Control Systems

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1193  or equivalent) This is a course in the installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to diagram, wire, and troubleshoot the different circuits and mechanical control devices. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1434 - Solid State Devices and Circuits for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Active devices that include PN junction diodes, bipolar transistors, bipolar transistor circuits, and unipolar devices with emphasis on low frequency application and troubleshooting. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1513 - Data Acquisition and Communications

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) This is a course in acquisition and communication of systems data in industrial automated applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1523 - Fundamentals of Fiber Optics for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Fiber-optic cable in modern industry applications. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1533 - Fundamentals of Data Communications for Electrical Technology

    3 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1413 , ELT 2613 , ELT 2424 ; consent of instructor) Concepts of telephony, local area networks, wide area networks, data transmission, and topology methods. (2 hr lecture, 2 hr lab)
  
  • ELT 1544 - Network Systems for Electrical Technology

    4 SH
    (Prerequisites: ELT 1144 , ELT 1193 ; consent of instructor) Networking fundamentals, voice networking, LANS, and Internet. Also, upgrading of computers to support LAN technology. (2 hr lecture, 4 hr lab)
 

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