Electromechanical Technology
(4½ Semesters)
Program Coordinator and Instructor: Beaty
Instructors: Buffaloe, Fitzen, Larson, Shepherd, Womack
One Advanced Technical Certificate, one Associate of Applied
Science degree, and one Bachelor of Applied Technology degree are
available.
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See Curricula in this Program
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Objective: To provide students with the skill set to
be technicians for the expanding factory automation industry. Graduates
from this program will learn in-depth electronics as well as some
mechanical, pneumatic
and process high vacuum technology. Graduates with have skills needed
to
work in such areas as semiconductor manufacturing line maintenance,
industrial
manufacturing concerns and general factory automation of a great many
varieties.
For a Program Information Packet, use this link, which leads to descriptions of each program in general, course
descriptions, lists of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools,
uniforms, fees, and other expenses. The URL is http://www.isu.edu/ctech/programs.shtml
All theory classes and the laboratory classes to apply those
theories require concurrent enrollment. Concurrent enrollment in
ELMT 250, 252, 254, 255, 256 and 257 is required.
Selection of the Electronics option for each accepted student in
the Electronic Core curriculum will occur in the second semester.
Acceptance into
particular options is based upon available openings and other factors
such
as an accumulative grade point average of 2.5 and attendance.
Advanced Technical Certificate in Electromechanical
Technology
(4½ Semesters)
Required Courses
TOTAL: 83 cr
The courses listed above will be taught in sequential blocks of
instruction. Successful completion of a course is required before the
student can progress in the program. If the student fails any math,
theory, or lab course, then that course must be repeated and a passing
grade obtained before the student can advance in the program. The
student must exit the program and make up
their deficiency through Technical General Education or other
appropriate methods. The student will then be allowed to repeat the
course at the next available program opening.
Once a student successfully completes Electronics (ELTR) 141,
Applied Mathematics I, and ELTR 142, Applied Mathematics II, the
student may enroll directly into an academic math course which requires
Math 147 as a prerequisite. Students will receive five credits that
apply towards the 128 credits required for a bachelor's degree.
Courses
Official articulation agreements have been established with other Idaho
post-secondary
and secondary schools. Where these agreements exist, the specific block
of
training (i.e., session/semester/year) will be accepted as equivalent
to
that at Idaho State University and will count equally toward graduation.
Based on your keyboarding skills, you may be required to take a 1
credit Keyboarding class in order to meet the competencies of the
program.
See courses with the ELTR prefix
See courses with the INST prefix
ELMT Courses
ELMT 250 Fundamentals of Mechanical Systems 1 credit. Topics include machine
components, brief introduction to mechanical vibrations and kinematics of
machines and devices. Students will participate in laboratory based learning
experiences to strengthen and apply the principles taught in this course.
PREREQ: Electronics Core Courses. S
ELMT 252 Fundamentals of Measurement 1 credit. Instrumentation and measurement
apparatus. Calibrate, install and troubleshoot sensors measuring such variables
as pressure, temperature, mass flow, and displacement. PREREQ: Electronics Core
Courses. S
ELMT 254 Foundations and Principles of Robotic Operation 2 credits.
Mechanics of robotic manipulator/control systems, programming of robot actions,
application and troubleshooting techniques of solid-state devices used in logic
controlled systems. Principles of industrial measurement/control, robotics,
machine language, and A-D/D-A conversion. PREREQ: Electronics Core Courses. S
ELMT 255 Electromechanical Systems Laboratory 3 credits. Apply the principles
of robotic control and manipulation.
Apply the theories of sensors, controls, and actuators to obtain
controlled electromechanical motion. PREREQ: Electronic Core Courses. S
ELMT 256 Digital and Analog Devices 2 credits. Topics include the application
and troubleshooting of the devices, circuits, and systems related to control of
electromechanical systems. Projects will include at least the following areas:
researching, prototyping, and operating a unit, with oral presentations and written
documentation. PREREQ: Electronic Core Courses. S
ELMT 257 Measurement and Controls Laboratory 3 credits. Apply the theories
and principles of analog process measurement, analog and digital control,
control algorithms, and control loop tuning. PREREQ: Electronic Core Courses. S
ELMT 263 EM Digital Devices and Systems
Theory 6 credits. A course of study on the theory, application
troubleshooting techniques of solid-state devices used in
logic-controlled systems. These principles are applicable to
microprocessors and industrial measurement/control processes. This will
include: computers peripheral devices, interfacing, Robotic
Arms, machine language, and A-D/D-A conversion methods. F
ELMT 264 EM Digital Devices and Systems
Laboratory 6 credits. A hands-on experience in the application and
troubleshooting of the devices, circuits, and systems studied in ELMT
263. Student projects will be given and will include at least the
following areas: research, prototyping,
operating unit, with oral presentations and written documentation.
Results
of circuit and system testing and troubleshooting will be maintained in
written
log form. F
ELMT 271 EM Analog Devices and Systems
Theory 6 credits. An integrated study of electronics and
electromechanical devices
and their interrelationships in complex automated systems. Topics
discussed
will be: semiconductor devices, transducers, electromagnetic devices,
mechanical
devices and systems such as control, servo, robotic and
electromechanical.
S
ELMT 272 EM Analog Devices and Systems
Laboratory 6 credits. This is a practical application of the
theory class, ELMT 271.
Assignments in lab will cover the electronic and/or mechanical
adjustment, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of automated
systems. Each student will prototype and analyze components,
sub-systems and complete automated electromechanical systems. All
results of experiments will be recorded in
written log form in the student's log notebook. S
ELMT 290 Internship 1-8 credits. On-the-job
placement providing work experience for students pursuing careers in
Electromechanical Technology. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
ELMT 298 Special Topics 1-8 credits.
This course is designed to address the specific needs of individuals,
enabling students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time
enrollment in
units of instruction that are currently available through the program's
full-time
pre-employment curriculum. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
