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ETEK (Electronics Technology)
ETEK 1000 - Computer Repair 1 A+ Hardware - 3 Credits
This course covers the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of hardware components. The material is presented to prepare the student for the A+ Core Hardware examination. This course may not be used as an elective in the Electronics or Instrumentation programs. (Recommended: COMI 1415) Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ETEK 1010 - Digital Electronics for Computers - 3 Credits
This course concentrates on the concepts and circuits necessary for the modern computer technician. Circuits and concepts that are presently used in maintaining computer and network systems are concentrated upon. Topics covered include number systems and codes, decoders and encoders, registers and counters, masking techniques, error correction, memory and interface circuits. (Prerequisite: ETEK 1100)
ETEK 1030 - Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis I - 4 Credits
A course covers basic DC circuit analysis using Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Law and loop and nodal analysis. The concepts of voltage and current, resistance, capacitance and inductance are introduced, as well as magnetism and magnetic effects. Weekly laboratory work using a variety of instruments is an important part of the course and reinforce the lectures. (Corequisite: MATH 1700 or consent of instructor) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 1060 - Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis II - 4 Credits
A course covers basic AC circuit analysis. Impedance and inductive and capacitive reactance are discussed as they relate to using phasors. RMS AC voltage and current is defined and AC power and power factor are discussed, as well as impedance networks, resonance, transformers and three-phase AC. Weekly laboratory experiments are an important part of the course and reinforces the lectures.(Prerequisites: MATH 1700 and ETEK 1030, Corequisite: MATH 1710) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 1100 - Introduction to Electronics - 3 Credits
This course is open to all students except those enrolled in the following programs: Electronics, Instrumentation Technology and Engineering Technology. It may be used as an elective if permitted by a student’s program. The course will introduce the student to the nature of electricity and its relation to magnetism, application of electrical laws in basic DC and AC circuits, behavior of common semiconductors and their use in modern electronics and the use of simple laboratory instruments for test and measurement. Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ETEK 1120 - Electronic Devices and Circuits I - 4 Credits
This course is a study of the basic laws of electronic circuit theory applied to electronic devices with emphasis on solid state devices. The theory and operation of two-terminal devices, stressing semi-conductor diodes, the transistor device and its construction and theory of operation, DC biasing with emphasis on the transistor device and the development of the AC equivalent circuit model are studied using Ohm’s Laws and Norton’s and Thevenin’s Theorems. Laboratory experiments emphasizing device application and measurement and circuit performance constitute an important part of the course. (Prerequisite: ETEK 1030, Corequisite: MATH 1710) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 1500 - Introduction to Wireless Networks - 3 Credits
This course introduces wireless networking over a range of applications, from cell phones to wireless local area networks (WLAN), to broadband wide area network links and satellite. Topics covered include and overview of wireless communication technology, protocol layers, local area network (LAN) hardware, IP addressing, 802.11 standards, MA (Media Access Control) standards, WLAN components, basic security, basic RF theory, antennas and troubleshooting. The student will have hands-on experience with various LAN and WLAN networking components, applications, tools and projects. (Prerequisite: COMI 1000 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ETEK 2010 – Telecommunications I - 4 Credits
This course introduces students to today’s telecommunications environment and its underlying technology. Topics covered include analog and digital signals, modulation, transmission systems, telecommunications regulatory issues, standards bodies, voice technology fundamentals, telecommunications network traffic, transmission, facilities, network providers and services, customer premises equipment and services for voice communications, transmission carrier services, wireless telecommunications technologies and prospects for the future of telecommunications. (Prerequisites: COMI 1100 and ENGR 2320 or equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 2020 – Telecommunications II - 4 Credits
This course teaches students how data, video, graphics, audio and images are transmitted over networks. Topics covered include modem standards, transmission and multiplexing over analog and digital networks, Time Division Multiplexing (TDM), Frequency Division Multiplexing (FDM), interface types, PSTN, Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL), cable modems, ISDN, SONET, Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM), T-1 access, Frame Relay, Internet2 and IPng/IPv6. (Prerequisites: ETEK 2010 or equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 2210 - Advanced Logic Systems - 3 Credits
This course is designed as a continuation of Digital Circuits and Microprocessors. The course focuses on advanced forms of digital integrated logic devices and their interface in dynamic systems. The study of memory systems, digital control, data acquisition, micro-controllers, PICs, UARTs and PLDs is included as well as other programmable devices. (Prerequisites: ENGR 2320 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ETEK 2220 - Electronic Devices and Circuits II - 4 Credits
This course offers an in-depth study of solid state circuits using the small signal equivalent analysis. The course also includes a study of the analysis and design of a variety of amplifier circuits and their practical applications to electronic circuits. Frequency effects, amplifier frequency response curves, negative and positive feedback, oscillator and op-amps are also studied. (Prerequisites: MATH 1710, ETEK 1120 and ETEK 1060) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 2240 - Troubleshooting - 3 Credits
This course develops basic troubleshooting skills for electronic devices. It stresses basic analytical skills and techniques necessary for problem solving in both digital and analog circuits. Topics discussed include amplifier, power supply, wave-form generators and digital control circuits. Focus is on utilizing previously studied component attributes when applied to circuits with failure analysis as the primary objective. (Prerequisites: ETEK 2220 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ETEK 2280 - Analog Communications - 4 Credits
This course is a study of systems and techniques used to transmit and receive audio and video communications. A theory of amplitude and frequency/phase modulation is stressed with an eye toward application in the telecommunication area. Additional topics include signal generation, transmission lines, wave propagation, antennas and a study of the electromagnetic spectrum. (Prerequisite: ETEK 1060, 1120 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
ETEK 2350 - Computer Repair 2 A+ Software - 3 Credits
This course covers installation, configuration and troubleshooting of software/operating system components. The material is presented to prepare the student for the A+ OS Technologies examination. (Prerequisite: ETEK 1000) Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours
ETEK 2370 - Technical Project - 2 Credits
Each student submits a written proposal describing a computer software project or a project that involves the construction and/or analysis of some technical device or system. After the proposal is approved by the instructor, the student proceeds with the project. The students meet regularly in the laboratory with the instructor to discuss the work and progress being made. A written report is submitted and an oral report is given to the entire class at the end of the semester. (Prerequisites: ETEK 2220, 2250 and ENGR 2320 or permission of instructor) Lab: 4 hours
ETEK 2390 - Industrial Electronics - 4 Credits
This course offers a study of control systems and the elements that make up the systems including sensing devices, transducers, amplifiers, servomechanisms, steppers and motors. Other components of the circuits studied include feedback systems, control devices such as switches and relays and output recording and readout displays. (Prerequisites: ETEK 2220, ENGR 2320 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
