Electromechanical Technology

(4½ Semesters)

Program Coordinator and Instructor: Green

Instructors: Buffaloe, Fitzen, Hudman, Larson, Shepherd, Womack

One Advanced Technical Certificate, one Associate of Applied Science degree, and one Bachelor of Applied Technology degree are available.

All theory classes and laboratory application classes of these theories require concurrent enrollment.

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 a grade point average and attendance.

Advanced Technical Certificate in Electromechanical Technology

(4½ Semesters)

Required Courses:

ELTR 141        Applied Mathematics I                 4 cr
ELTR 142        Applied Mathematics II                4 cr
ELTR 143        Electronic Theory                     5 cr
ELTR 144        Electron Control Devices Theory A     5 cr
ELTR 145        Electronic Laboratory                 5 cr
ELTR 146        Electron Control Devices Lab A        5 cr
ELTR 147        Applied Science                       4 cr
           OR
PHYS 100        Essentials of Physics                 4 cr
ELTR 161        Digital/Microprocessor 
                  Systems Theory                      5 cr
ELTR 162        Digital/Microprocessor
                  Systems Application                 5 cr
ELTR 269        Electronic Drafting I                 2 cr
ELMT 263        EM Digital Devices and Systems Theory 6 cr
ELMT 264        EM Digital Devices and Systems Lab    6 cr
ELMT 271        EM Analog Devices and Systems Theory  6 cr
ELMT 272        EM Analog Devices and Systems Lab     6 cr

General Education Requirements:

ENGL 101        English Composition                   3 cr
COMM 101        Principles of Speech                  2 cr
TGE 158         Job Search                            2 cr
                                              TOTAL: 79 cr

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electromechanical Technology

(4½ Semesters)

Required Courses:

ELTR 141        Applied Mathematics I                 4 cr
ELTR 142        Applied Mathematics II                4 cr
ELTR 143        Electronic Theory     5 cr
ELTR 144        Electron Control Devices Theory A     5 cr
ELTR 145        Electronic Laboratory                 5 cr
ELTR 146        Electron Control Devices Lab A        5 cr
ELTR 161        Digital/Microprocessor Systems Theory 5 cr
ELTR 162        Digital/Microprocessor
                  Systems Application                 5 cr
ELTR 269        Electronic Drafting I                 2 cr
ELMT 263        EM Digital Devices and Systems Theory 6 cr
ELMT 264        EM Digital Devices and Systems Lab    6 cr
ELMT 271        EM Analog Devices and Systems Theory  6 cr
ELMT 272        EM Analog Devices and Systems Lab     6 cr

General Education Requirements:

Goal 1                                                6 cr
Goal 3                                                3 cr
Goals 6, 7, 9, 10A, 11 or 12                          3 cr
PHYS 100        Essentials of Physics                 4 cr
TGE 158         Job Search                            2 cr
                                              TOTAL: 82 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 ISU 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.

ELTR 141 Applied Mathematics I 4 credits. Basic math as it applies to Electrical Theory, ELTR 143; includes algebraic and trigonometric topics as they relate to DC and AC (sine wave) circuit analysis. F, S

ELTR 142 Applied Mathematics II 4 credits. Continuation of ELTR 141. Selected algebraic and trigonometric topics as related to DC and AC (sine wave) circuit analysis with special emphasis ontrigonometric solution and vector analysis. F, S

ELTR 143 Electronic Theory 5 credits. Basic electrical fundamentals, direct and alternating current circuits, LCR networks, electrical circuit components, meter circuits and test equipment. F, S

ELTR 144 Electron Control Devices Theory A 5 credits. Comprehensive study and practical application of semiconductors, power supplies, transistor amplifiers, oscillators, operational amplifiers and test equipment.

ELTR 145 Electronic Laboratory 5 credits. Experiments involving subjects covered in ELTR 143. Student will construct experimental circuits upon which tests and measurements will be made to attain specified objectives. F, S

ELTR 146 Electron Control Devices Laboratory A 5 credits. Practical applications of the topics covered in ELTR 144. F, S

ELTR 147 Applied Science 4 credits. Study of matter and energy relationships pertaining to motion, mechanics, heat, light, sound electricity and magnetism and atomic energy. PREREQ: ELTR 141 or Equivalent. This class will be substituted by PHYS 100. F, S

ELTR 161 Digital/Microprocessor Systems Theory 5 credits. A basic study of electronic logic devices and circuits. Includes a study of Boolean Algebra, basic logic gates, combinational logic circuits, digital registers and counters and basic timing circuitry. An introduction to the basic architecture of the INTEL 8085 (8-bit) microprocessor. A brief introduction to assembly language programming. Su

ELTR 162 Digital/Microprocessor Systems Application 5 credits. This is a practical application of the theory class. Individual labs provide experience with basic logic gates, their configuration and troubleshooting techniques. Microprocessor labs are centered around the INTEL SDK-85 Microprocessor board. Recognition of key processor signals from a troubleshooting perspective is emphasized. Su

ELTR 269 Electronic Drafting I 2 credits. Drawing fundamentals, orthographic and isometric drawings, and development of basic wire drawings. F, 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. Permission of the instructor is required.

ELMT 299 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. Permission of the instructor is required.
 
 

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