Austin Community College

FY 2000 Course Descriptions

Electronics


CETT 1403 DC CIRCUITS (4-3-0). A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's law. Kirchoff's laws and circuit analysis techniques. Emphasis on circuit analysis of resistive networks and DC measurements. Includes steady state analysis of magnetism, electromagnetism, inductance, and capacitance. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will analyze DC circuits from the simple to the complex, construct and make measurements of DC circuits from the simple to the complex, repeat by memory the resistor color code, and identify a resistor by its electronic symbol. Students will learn the care and usage of power supplies and meters. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Skills: B Prerequisites: MATD 0190 or higher, or Departmental approval. (ELN 1034)

CETT 1405 AC CIRCUITS (4-3-0). A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, and resonance.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will analyze AC circuits from simple to complex, construct and make measurements for AC circuits from simple to complex, describe in technical terms an AC signal on an oscilloscope, and describe the difference between an AC and a DC signal. Students will learn the care and usage of power supplies, meters, function generators, and oscilloscopes. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1034 (CETT 1403), or Departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1314 (MTH1743) or higher, or Departmental approval. (ELN 1044)

CETT 1421 ELECTRONIC FABRICATION (4-3-3). A study of electronic circuit fabrication techniques including printed circuit boards, wire wrapping, bread boarding, and various soldering techniques.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will apply modern electronic circuit fabrication techniques ensuring quality standards. The student will develop documentation including step-by-step procedures, schematic wiring diagrams, and theory of circuit description, and identify the tools required to produce a printed circuit board and a good solder connection. Students build a final project and prepare a written manual for the project. Students present an oral report on the project. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1154 (CETT 1429) and MTH1723 or higher, or Departmental approval. (ELN 2074)

CETT 1425 DIGITAL FUNDAMENTALS (4-3-3). An entry level course in digital electronics covering number systems, binary mathematics, digital codes, logic gates, Boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps, and combination logic. Emphasis on circuit logic analysis and troubleshooting digital circuits.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will explain the operation of digital logic gates and use Boolean Algebra and Karnaugh Mapping to express logic operations and minimize logic circuits in design. The student will construct, analyze, and troubleshoot combination logic circuits, create a truth table for standard logic gates, and add, subtract, multiply, and divide using the binary numbering system. Students will learn the care and usage of power supplies, voltmeters, function generators, oscilloscopes, and logic trainers. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1034 (CETT 1403), or Departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: MTH1743 or higher, or Departmental approval. (ELN 2094)

CETT 1429 SOLID STATE DEVICES (4-3-3). A study of diodes, bipolar, mos semiconductor devices, including analysis of static and dynamic characteristics and thermal considerations of solid state devices.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will analyze the characteristics and operations of solid state device circuits, construct and make measurements of solid state device circuits, describe the atomic interaction found at the depletion region of a diode and the DC biasing of transistors. Students will learn the care and usage of power supplies, voltmeters, function generators, and oscilloscopes. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1044 (CETT 1405), or Departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1314 or higher, or Departmental approval. (ELN 1154)

CETT 1445 MICROPROCESSOR (4-3-3). An introductory course in microprocessor software and hardware: its architecture, timing sequence, operation, and programming, and discussion of appropriate software diagnostic language and tools.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will define terms used to describe microprocessor/microcomputer systems, program and operate applications for microprocessor/microcomputer systems, write a program using Assembly Level Language, and describe the purpose of microprocessor internal registers. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2094 (CETT 1425), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2114)

CETT 1457 LINEAR INTEGRATED CIRCUITS (4-3-3). A study of the characteristics, operations, stabilization, testing, and feedback techniques of linear integrated circuits. Application in computation, measurements, instrumentation, and active filtering. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will identify and analyze linear integrated circuits including operational amplifiers; construct, measure, and troubleshoot circuits containing linear integrated circuits, describe the pinout of any given operational amplifier by referring to the specification sheet, and describe the operation of a one-shot multivibrator. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1154 (CETT 1429), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2104)

CETT 2433 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS (4-3-3). A study of devices, circuits, and systems primarily used in automated manufacturing and/or process control, including computer controls and interfacing between mechanical and electrical, electronic, and computer equipment. Presentation of programming schemes.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will describe how electronic input and output circuits are used to control automated manufacturing and/or process systems, identify basic elements used for input, output, timing, and control, define how programmable electronic systems use input data to alter output responses, troubleshoot a representative system, and demonstrate how system operation can be altered with software programming. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2094 (CETT 1425), or Departmental approval. ELN 2104 (CETT 1457), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2164)

CETT 2435 ADVANCED MICROPROCESSORS (4-3-3). An advanced course utilizing the microprocessor in control systems and interfacing. Emphasis on microprocessor hardware and implementation of peripheral interfacing.
Course Learning Outcomes: The student will formulate and lay out a microprocessor-controlled interface, design hardware and write software to perform a "real-world task", describe the operation of a programmable interfacing chip, and configure a programmable interfacing chip such as the Intel 8255 or acceptable substitute by programming the CPU. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2114 (CETT 1445), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2214)

CETT 2471 PULSE CIRCUITS AND WAVESHAPING (4-3-3). An entry level course in pulse circuits which includes solid state switching circuits. Course includes the study of wave shaping and passive filtering.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will explain the operation of switching circuits and passive filters. Students will be able to describe the harmonic content of a waveform. Students will learn the care and usage of power supplies, voltmeters, function generators, oscilloscopes, and logic trainers. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1034 (CETT 1403), or Departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1314 or higher, or Departmental approval. (ELN 2084)

CPMT 1445 COMPUTER SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE (4-3-0). Examination of the functions of the components within a computer system. Development of skills in the use of test equipment and maintenance aids. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will describe the functions of components in a computer system, demonstrate the proper usage of computer related test equipment, and demonstrate the effective usage of maintenance aids. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2094 (CETT 1425) and ELN 2104 (CETT 1457), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2204)

CPMT 1449 COMPUTER NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY (4-3-3). A beginning course in computer networks with focus on networking fundamentals, terminology, hardware, software, and network architecture. A study of local/wide area networking concepts and networking installations and operation.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will identify and define terminology and hardware and software components of computer networks, utilize equipment, protocols, and topologies to differentiate between various network systems, and demonstrate skills in installing network hardware, software, and cable. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Skills: B Prerequisites: (ELN 2294)

CPMT 2437 MICROCOMPUTER INTERFACING (4-3-3). An interfacing course exploring the concepts and terminology involved in interfacing the internal architecture of the microcomputer with commonly used external devices. A study of data acquisition type circuits primarily used in microcomputer systems, including computer controls, interfacing between mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or computer equipment.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will determine the requirements of the device to be interfaced and select the proper scheme; and will implement the hardware and software processes to interface common external devices. The student will describe how electronic input and output circuits are used to control data acquisition and systems. The student will install and troubleshoot a representative system. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2114 (CETT 1445), or Departmental approval. ELN 2094 (CETT 1425), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2264)

CPMT 2445 COMPUTER SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING (4-3-3). The study of maintenance and repair of mini-computers and small digital systems. Includes service techniques on core and solid-state memory machines and I/O peripherals. Trouble shooting of both central memory machines is included. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN-2214 or Instructor Approval (ELN 2204)

CPMT 2449 ADVANCED COMPUTER NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY (4-3-3). An in-depth study of network technology with emphasis on network operating systems, network connectivity, hardware, and software. Mastery of implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of LAN and/or WAN network environments.

Course Learning Outcomes: The student will demonstrate skills in implementing complex network environments, utilize troubleshooting and diagnostics procedures, create a complex network with multilevel access and security, and establish and utilize procedures to provide routine maintenance. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Skills: B Prerequisites: ELN2294 (CPMT1449), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2324)

CSIR 1344 GENERAL COMMUNICATION CIRCUITS I (3-2-2). The basic theory of operation and troubleshooting of communication circuits used in radio communication electronics systems. Prerequisites: IEIR 1302 and IEIR 1304. (ELN 1263)

CSIR 1347 GENERAL COMMUNICATION CIRCUITS II (3-2-2). A continuation of General Communication Circuits I including advanced circuits found in radio communication systems.

CSIR 1355 INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS (3-2-2). Preparation for the certifications required by industry.

CSIR 1359 DIGITAL DATA COMMUNICATIONS (3-2-2). Introduction to the theory and troubleshooting skills needed in the digital data communication field.

CSIR 2401 COMMUNICATION ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS (4-2-4). Introduction to the theory of vacuum tubes and solid-state devices. The student will describe devices that come under the general heading of "active" devices; describe their makeup, and what makes them operate; and demonstrate troubleshooting procedures for active devices. Prerequisites: ELN 1213 and ELN 1214. (ELN 1264)

CSIR 2405 RADIO SERVICING I (4-3-2). A study of the practical application and significant usefulness of audio and radio frequency signal generators and frequency counters in troubleshooting. A thorough study in the theory and troubleshooting of various types of amplifiers, including audio and radio frequency types used in many modern day radio systems. The study of the theory and practical usefulness of modern day radio demodulator, detector, and AVC stages for AM as well as for FM as well as the troubleshooting and testing of these circuits. An in-depth look at the theory and testing of various types of oscillators and converters used in many radio systems.

EECT 2433 TELEPHONE SYSTEMS (4-3-3). A study of installation and maintenance systems including telephone set, public switched networks, local exchanges, networks, two and four wire systems, tip and ringing requirements, and digital transmission techniques. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will describe the theory and operation of advanced networked telecommunications systems using digital transmissions; install, test, and troubleshoot an advanced local telephone system using fiber optic technology, describe the usage of the computer in routing telephone lines in a complex telephone system, and describe the difference between the bandwidths used in fiber and that historically used in copper transmission lines. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: (ELN 2274)

EECT 2435 TELECOMMUNICATIONS (4-3-3). A study of modern telecommunications systems incorporating microwave, satellite, optical, and wire/cable-based communications systems. Instruction in installation, testing, and maintenance of communications systems components. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will describe the operation of the major components of microwave, satellite, optical, and wire/cable-based communications systems. The student will install, test, and maintain major components of microwave, satellite, optical, and wire/cable-based communications systems, describe the safety hazards working around high power microwave transponders, and measure the field intensity of a dipole antenna. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: (ELN 2284)

EECT 2439 COMMUNICATIONS CIRCUITS (4-3-3). The study of two-way radio equipment. Includes measurement of frequency and modulation in both AM and FM communications systems. CB servicing techniques will be included, as well as commercial FM equipment. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2214 or Instructor Approval (ELN 2244)

EEIR 1311 INTRODUCTORY TELEVISION SYSTEMS (3-2-3). A study of the television receiver system blocks emphasizing the identification of the fundamental waveforms and including the examination of the audio circuit. (ELN 1223)

EEIR 1349 INTERMEDIATE TELEVISION SYSTEMS (3-2-3). Theory of television receiver operation emphasizing television sweep circuits. Performance of routine test procedures of the television receiver, troubleshooting, and repair. (ELN 1233)

EEIR 1415 INTRODUCTION TO VCR (4-3-2). A study of VCR principles and operations emphasizing supervised troubleshooting and basic repair. (ELN 1224)

EEIR 1453 INTERMEDIATE VCR SERVICING (4-3-2). VCR troubleshooting, repair, and preliminary calibration techniques. Introduction to camcorders. (ELN 1234)

EEIR 2339 ADVANCED TELEVISION SYSTEMS (3-2-3). Advanced study of television circuit and analysis of the video and chroma circuitry. Performance of advanced testing, troubleshooting, and repair. (ELN 1243)

EEIR 2343 ADVANCED VCR SERVICING (3-2-3). Advanced troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of VCRs and camcorders. (ELN 1253)

ELMT 2335 CET TECHNICIAN TRAINING (3-3-0). Review of electronics concepts and principles in preparation for sitting for a certification examination administered by an outside organization or agency. ( )

ELMT 2433 ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMS (4-3-3). A study of devices and components that translate electrical energy into mechanical motion. DC and AC motors and controllers. Servo motors, stepping motors, solenoids, linear motors and actuators. Introduction to pneumatics principles, components, control systems and applications. Principles of robotics, types of robots and common applications. Programmable logic controllers and ladder logic. Open and closed loop control principles, PID controllers. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2104 and ELN 2094. (ELN 2364)

ELMT 2437 ELECTRONIC TROUBLESHOOTING, SERVICE, AND REPAIR (4-3-3). In-depth coverage of electronic systems, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Topics include symptom identification, proper repair procedures, repair checkout, and preventative maintenance. Emphasis on safety and proper use of test equipment. May be offered as a capstone course. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will apply proper test equipment for problem analysis, find test point locations from schematics or prints, isolate faults and repair, and perform routine maintenance. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2094 (CETT 1425) and ELN 2104 (CETT 1457), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2254)

ELN 2134 ELECTRONIC MATHEMATICS (4-3-3). Basic statistical analysis, including graphs, bar charts, histograms, mean and standard deviation. Advanced algebraic techniques including determinants and Crammer's Rule. Introduction to differential and integral calculus with application to electronics. The course will include instruction and laboratory in Microsoft Basic programming to develop sufficient competency to program computers for solving electronics math problems. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: MTH 1743 and ELN 1154 (ELN 1154 may be concurrent) or Instructor approval.

ELN 2224 BIO-MEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION (4-3-3). The study of various electronic instruments used in the medical field. Includes the study of transducers, pads, leads, and other interface devices between the human body and electronic equipment. Emphasis is placed on calibration and repair of this equipment. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2114 and ELN 2104 or Instructor approval.

ELN 2233 FCC II (3-3-0). Guided study of material to prepare student for NABER Exam for Radio Telephone Operator's License. Prerequisites: ELN 1154 or Instructor approval.

ELN 2334 TELECOMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP (4-1-15). The student will work part-time for a local company over a period of one semester. The employment will be meaningful in terms of training for the telecommunications field. The employer will pay the student a fair market value for the work done. During the semester, the student will meet twice with an ACC telecommunications instructor, to discuss the work being done. At the end of the semester, the student will prepare a short report describing the work activity and what has been learned. Fee: $16

ELN 2344 ELECTROMECHANICAL DEVICES (4-3-3). A study of devices and components that translate electrical energy into mechanical motion such as servo motors, stepping motors, solenoids, linear motors and actuators. The course includes the use of hand tools as they are used in effecting repairs, calibration and installation/removal of such devices. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 1044 or ELN 1148.

HYDR 1445 HYDRAULICS AND PNEUMATICS (4-3-3). A study of the applications and servicing of hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical and air logic devices, as related to automated and robotics systems. Prerequisites: ELN-2104 and ELN-2094 (ELN 2044)

IEIR 1302 DIRECT CURRENT (3-2-2). Fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's Law. Emphasis on methods of analyzing series, parallel, and combination circuits including measurement devices. The student will define voltage, current, resistance, and power; calculate values using Ohm's Law; analyze electrical values for series, parallel, and combination circuits; and demonstrate knowledge of measurement devices. (ELN 1213)

IEIR 1304 ALTERNATING CURRENT (4-2-4). Fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel circuits, phasors, and capacitive inductive networks. Discussion of circuit analysis and measurement. The student will define the relationship between voltage, current, and impedance; calculate values of apparent, true, and reactive power; and determine phase angle values of voltage and current. (ELN 1214)

INTC 1448 ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTATION (4-3-3). A study of transducers and measurement techniques. Includes testing and calibration as well as repair of industrial instrumentation. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2104 (ELN 2304)

INTC 2471 DATA ACQUISITION AND MEASUREMENT (4-3-3). A study of transducers and measurement techniques. Introduction to data conversion and computer data acquisition methods. Includes testing and calibration as well as repair of industrial instrumentation. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will be able to name common transducers used in industrial measurement and explain how they work, name the main components of a data acquisition system, state the specifications of each and explain how they work, set up and use a personal computer with software and hardware interface to measure physical variables and collect process and display the data, name and explain the operation of common instruments used in semiconductor manufacturing, use an optical microscope to examine and study wafers to recognize common defects and problems. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: CETT 1457, CETT 1425. (ELN 2304)

LOTT 1401 INTRODUCTION TO FIBER OPTICS (4-3-3). An introductory course in fiber optics and its application including advantages of fiber, light transmission in fiber, types of fiber, sources, detectors, and connectors. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will connect fiber optic cables and fiber by mechanical and fusion methods, make measurements to determine the condition of a fiber optic system, loss, numerical aperture, bandwidth, and dispersion. build and characterize fiber optic transmitters and receivers, and determine the need of a given application for the fiber system to be used. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELN 2094 (CETT 1425), or Departmental approval. ELN 2104 (CETT 1457), or Departmental approval. (ELN 2174)

MCHN 1319 MANUFACTURING MATERIALS AND PROCESSES (3-3-0). A study of materials used in manufactured products, and methods of forming and machining them. (EDG 1024)

RBTC 2305 INDUSTRIAL WIRING (4-3-3). A study of electric power distribution systems, transformers, switchgear, fuses, and relays. Includes electric motor controllers and servo systems. Prerequisites: ELN-2104 and ELN-2114 (ELN 2314)

SMFT 1101 SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY OVERVIEW (1-1-0). Students study the history of the semiconductor industry, manufacturing process overview, the industry's structure and organization, and employment opportunities. Prerequisites: None. (ELN 1051)

SMFT 1341 SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING METHODS (3-3-0). In this certificate capstone course, students will study various aspects of manufacturing while applying knowledge and experience learned from previous courses. Topics to be studied include: the elements of manufacturing, Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM), manufacturing teamwork dynamics, quality control, continuous improvement, Statistical Process Control (SPC), inspection and measurement procedures, and productivity issues. Classes include computer usage in a manufacturing environment, workplace simulation, and case studies. Prerequisites: SMFT 1101. (ELN 2423)

SMFT 1343 SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY I (3-3-0). Students study several processes, materials, and equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. Areas of study include wafer preparation, contamination, control, oxidation, diffusion, and thin films. Prerequisites: CHEM 1405. (ELN 2403)

SMFT 2341 VACUUM PRINCIPLES & RF PLASMA SYSTEMS (4-3-3). A study of vacuum principles and RF plasma systems in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Vacuum topics include principles, components, systems, leak detection, and safety practices. RF plasma topics include plasma physics, RF power amplification and oscillators, transmission line, impedance matching, and safety. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will explain vacuum principles. identify vacuum components; describe vacuum systems and related safety practices; describe leak detection techniques; describe the applications of RF power systems in the semiconductor industry and the hazards and safety precautions association with such systems; analyze the operation of power RF generators; explain t he principles of resonance, filter applications, transmission line characteristics, and impedance matching in RF power systems. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: CETT 1457 (ELN 2104) and PHY 1634. (ELN 2403)

SMFT 2343 SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY II (3-3-0). The continuation of Semiconductor Manufacturing I covering the processes, materials, and equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Topics address process-yield analysis and process troubleshooting. Course Learning Outcomes: The student will explain advanced concepts in the process methods used in semiconductor manufacturing; explain the principles and application of equipment in semiconductor manufacturing; define the concept, evaluation process, and limitations of device and wafer yields; define process-related troubleshooting techniques for each basic process step. Fee: $8 Prerequisites: CHEM 1405, SMFT 1343 recommended. (ELN 2413)

SMFT 2472 SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (4-3-3). This is the capstone course for the AAS degree program in which students integrate their knowledge from previous courses and apply it to learning the operation, maintenance and repair of the semiconductor manufacturing tools and equipment used in the fab. Students will actually use and service many typical fab tools during lab sessions. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: ELMT 2433 (ELN 2364) and corequisite SMFT 2341 (ELN 2354) or faculty consent. (ELN 2424)


Course Descriptions as of February 04, 2000 10:44am
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