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Listed below is a sample sequence of courses. Please meet with an advisor for scheduling options. |
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| First Semester | (17 Credits) |
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| 10605105 | Electrical Circuits I | 3 |
| 10605120 | Electrical Power Science | 3 |
| 10606105 | Intro to AutoCAD | 2 |
| 10801195 | Written Communication | 3 |
| 10804113 | College Technical Mathematics IA | 3 |
| 10809143 | Microeconomics | 3 |
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| 10809144 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Second Semester | (18 Credits) |
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| 10605110 | Electrical Circuits II | 3 |
| 10605115 | Basic Electronics | 3 |
| 10605122 | Electrical Power Generation | 4 |
| 10801196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
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| 10801198 | Speech | 3 |
| 10804114 | College Technical Mathematics 1B | 2 |
| 10806143 | College Physics I | 3 |
| Third Semester | (17 Credits) |
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| 10605117 | Programmable Logic Controllers-Beginning | 3 |
| 10605125 | Electrical Power Distribution | 4 |
| 10605127 | Electrical Machines | 3 |
| 10804116 | College Technical Mathematics 2 | 4 |
| 10806144 | College Physics 2 | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | (16 Credits) |
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| 10468100 | Alternative Energy Overview | 2 |
| 10605124 | Electrical Power Transmission | 3 |
| 10605170 | Instrumentation & Control Devices | 4 |
| 10809198 | Intro to Psychology | 3 |
| Elective | 4 |
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Total Credits |
68 |
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| Electrical Circuits I - 3 credits An introduction to AC/DC electricity and the physical laws that apply to electronic circuits. Direct Current (DC) covers basic definitions of voltage, current, and resistance and analysis of series and parallel resistive circuits. Alternating Current (AC) includes an introduction to AC generation, capacitors, inductors, and transformers and their applications in electronic circuits. Approximately 50% of the course is spent in the laboratory applying the principles and theory presented in the classroom. Corequisite: College Tech Math 1A 10804113 or Elementary Algebra w/Applications 10804110 |
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| Electrical Power Science - 3 credits An introduction to the field of electrical power technology. Covers the power generation process, transmission techniques, and networks. Topics include prime energy sources, converting raw energy into electrical energy, metering electricity, and disbursing electrical energy from generation plant to consumer. |
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| Intro to AutoCAD - 2 credits This is an introductory course in computer aided drafting (CAD) using AutoCAD software. It will provide foundation skills in using CAD software to create and print two dimensional technical drawings. This course is available to students in any program. Prior knowledge of drafting techniques is recommended. |
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| Written Communication - 3 credits Develops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents. Note: It is recommended that students enrolling in this course possess word processing skills. |
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| College Technical Mathematics 1A - 3 credits Topics include: solving linear, quadratic, and rational equations; graphing; formula rearrangement; solving systems of equations; percent; proportions; and operations of polynomials. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Mathematics 1A and College Technical Mathematics 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Mathematics 1. Prerequisite: Accuplacer Arithmetic score 79 and Algebra score 60 or Elementary Algebra with Applications 10804110 |
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| Macroeconomics - 3 credits Macroeconomics is an introductory course. Basic social choices regarding economic systems, basic economic aggregates, fiscal policy, the banking system, monetary policy, and international trade are the principle topics discussed in the course. A balance is drawn between description, theory, analysis, and a critique of the institutions that characterize modern mixed-capitalist economies. Conflicting social goals, economic constraints, and environmental concerns provide the framework through which the macroeconomy is analyzed. |
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| Microeconomics - 3 credits This course examines the behavior of individual decision makers, primarily consumers and firms. Topics include choices of how much to consume and to produce, the functioning of perfectly and imperfectly competitive markets, the conditions under which markets may fail, and arguments for and against government intervention. The student applies the fundamental tools of economics to real world problems. |
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| Electrical Circuits II - 3 credits This course continues the study of AC/DC circuits started in Electrical Circuits I. Advanced DC circuit analysis techniques such as Thevenin's Theorem and Node analysis are introduced. AC circuit analysis includes discussion on voltage and power theorems used in the analysis of circuits consisting of both resistance and reactance. The complex plane and construction of phase diagrams are also discussed. The course concludes with an introduction to electronic filter circuits used in transmission and communication equipment. Approximately 50% of the course is spent in the laboratory, applying the principles and theory presented in the classroom. Prerequisite: Electrical Circuits I 10605105 grade "C" or better; Corequisite: College Tech Math 1B 10804114 |
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| Basic Electronics - 3 credits Presents semi-conductor principles with emphasis on practical applications. After reviewing diode and transistor characteristics, bias stabilizing techniques are studied followed by an introduction to transistor amplifiers. Corequisite: Electrical Circuits II 10605110 |
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| Electrical Power Generation - 4 credits A study of equipment and facilities utilized in the production of electricity. Topics include fuels, prime mover turbines, and generators. Emphasis is on safety controls, efficient production, and operational procedures. The course concludes with computer-simulated operation of a large power station boiler. Prerequisite: Admission to Electrical Power Engineering Technician Program 106055 |
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| Oral/Interpersonal Communication - 3 credits Focuses upon developing speaking, verbal and non-verbal communication and listening skills through individual presentations, group activities and other projects. |
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| Speech - 3 credits Explores the fundamentals of effective oral presentation to small and large groups. Topic selection, audience analysis, methods of organization, research, structuring evidence and support, delivery techniques, and other essential elements of speaking successfully, including the listening process, form the basis of this course. |
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| College Technical Mathematics 1B - 2 credits This course includes the following topics: measurement systems; computational geometry; right and oblique triangle trigonometry; and trigonometric functions on the unit circle. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Prerequisite: College Technical Mathematics 1A 10804113 |
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| College Physics 1 - 3 credits Presents the applications and theory of basic physics principles. This course emphasizes problem solving, laboratory investigation and applications. Topics include laboratory safety, unit conversions and analysis, kinematics, dynamics, work, energy, power, temperature and heat. Prerequisite: College Technical Math 1A 10804113; Corequisite: College Technical Math 1B 10804114 |
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| Programmable Logic Controllers-Beginning - 3 credits An overview of programmable logic controllers (PLC's) which provides a foundation of knowledge of the programming techniques, operation and maintenance of PLC's used in typical industrial automation. |
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| Electrical Power Distribution - 4 credits Designed to teach the principles of distribution systems and substations. Covers wire capacity, sag, guying, supporting structures, troubleshooting, insulators, lightning arresters, switches, recloser and power circuit breakers. Students also do an exercise applying distribution standards of an actual utility to the building and design of a power line on paper. Prerequisite: Electrical Circuits I 10605105 |
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| Electrical Machines - 3 credits Designed to teach fundamentals of generators and motors. Covers DC and AC generators and motors. Prerequisite: Electrical Circuits I 10605105 |
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| College Technical Mathematics 2 - 4 credits Topics include: vectors, trigonometric functions and their graphs; identities; exponential and logarithmic functions and equations; radical equations; equations with rational exponents; dimension of a circle; velocity; sine and cosine graphs; complex numbers in polar and rectangular form; trigonometric equations; conic sections; and analysis of statistical data. Emphasis will be on the application of these skills to technical programs. Prerequisite: College Technical Mathematics 1B 10804114 or its equivalency |
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| College Physics 2 - 3 credits Presents the applications and theory of basic physics principles. This course emphasizes problem solving, laboratory investigation and applications. Topics include periodic motion, wave motion, optics, magnetism, static electricity, DC electricity, AC electricity and electromagnetism. Prerequisite: College Physics 1 10806143 |
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| Alternative Energy Overview - 2 credits In this course, students will investigate the need for renewable energy systems and emerging careers in renewable energy. Students will examine the basic design, function, cost, and other considerations associated with various "green" energy systems, including solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind, geothermal and biomass. Students will also explore the production and use of alternative transportation fuels. |
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| Electrical Power Transmission - 3 credits This course covers the basic principles of high-voltage transmission of electrical energy. Students are introduced to the concepts of active, reactive and apparent power in electric power technology. Basic properties of single and three phase transformers and their importance to power transmission are discussed. The behavior of ideal and practical (or non-ideal) transformers are used as a building block to explain the electrical function of a transformer in many transmission circuits. Basic mechanical (supporting structures, line sag, galloping and the effect of weather) and electrical (like corona, pollution, insulation, lightning) requirements that must be met for successful power transmission over large distances are discussed. Approximately 50% of the course is spent in the laboratory working with equipment that simulates power transmission. Prerequisite: Electrical Machines 10605127 |
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| Instrumentation & Control Devices - 4 credits A study of controlling devices and systems utilized in generation, distribution, and transmission of electricity. Students study instrument transformers, protective relays, protective systems, power system standards, drawing conventions, equipment rating terminology, insulation, circuit interrupting devices, grounding, and power system faults. Prerequisite: Electrical Machines 10605127 |
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| Intro to Psychology - 3 credits This introductory course in psychology is a survey of the multiple aspects of human behavior. It involves a survey of the theoretical foundations of human functioning in such areas as learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviance and pathology, physiological factors and social influences. It directs the student to an insightful understanding of the complexities of human relationships in personal, social and vocational settings. |
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