Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog 2002-2003

Instrumentation Technology

4½ Semester Program

Program Coordinator and Instructor: Snarr

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

Two Advanced Technical Certificates, two Associate of Applied Science degrees, and a Bachelor of Applied Technology degree in Instrumentation Technology are available.

Selection of the Electronics option will occur in the second semester of the Electronic Core. Acceptance into particular options is based upon available openings and other factors such as a grade point average and attendance.

Students pursuing an Advanced Technical Certificate or Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Controls will not be required to complete the first year of electronics but will be required to complete the certificate in the Electricial Technician program.

Advanced Technical Certificate in Instrumentation 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
INST 281        Electrical Automation Theory          8 cr
INST 282        Electrical Automation Lab             5 cr
INST 296        Process Measurement 
                  and Control Theory                 10 cr
INST 297        Process measurement and Control Lab   5 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

Advanced Technical Certificate in Industrial Controls

(4 Semesters)
Required Courses:

ELTY 131        Electrical Theory I                   4 cr
ELTY 132        Electrical Theory II                  5 cr
ELTY 133        Applied Mathematics I                 4 cr
ELTY 134        Applied Mathematics II                5 cr
ELTY 135        Electrical Laboratory I               4 cr
ELTY 136        Electrical Laboratory II              5 cr
ELTY 137        Electrical Code I                     3 cr
ELTY 138        Electrical Code II                    3 cr
ELTY 139        Print Reading                         2 cr
ELTY 140        Motor Control Theory                  2 cr
TGE 151         Technical Writing                     2 cr
TGE 158         Job Search                            2 cr
IC 291          Industrial Controls Theory            8 cr
IC 292          Industrial Controls Laboratory        5 cr
INST 296        Process Measurement Controls
                  Laboratory                         10 cr
INST 297        Process Measurement and 
                  Control Laboratory                  5 cr
                                              TOTAL: 69 cr

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Instrumentation 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              5 cr
ELTR 145        Electronic Laboratory                 5 cr
ELTR 146        Electron Control Devices Lab A 5 cr
ELTR 161        Digital/Microprocessor Theory         5 cr
ELTR 162        Digital/Microprocessor 
                  Systems Application                 5 cr
ELTR 269        Electronic Drafting I                 2 cr
INST 281        Electrical Automation Theory          8 cr
INST 282        Electrical Automation Laboratory      5 cr
INST 296        Process Measurement and 
                  Control Theory                     10 cr
INST 297        Process Measurement and 
                  Control Laboratory                  5 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: 86 cr

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Industrial Controls

(5 Semesters)
Required Courses:

ELTY 131        Electrical Theory I                   4 cr
ELTY 132        Electrical Theory II                  5 cr
ELTY 133        Applied Mathematics I                 4 cr
ELTY 134        Applied Mathematics II                5 cr
ELTY 135        Electrical Laboratory I               4 cr
ELTY 136        Electrical Laboratory II              5 cr
ELTY 137        Electrical Code I                     3 cr
ELTY 138        Electrical Code II                    3 cr
ELTY 139        Print Reading                         2 cr
ELTY 140        Motor Control Theory                  2 cr
TGE 151         Technical Writing                     2 cr
TGE 158         Job Search                            2 cr
IC 291          Industrial Controls Theory            8 cr
IC 292          Industrial Controls Lab               5 cr
INST 296        Process Measurement and
                  Control Laboratory                 10 cr
INST 297        Process Measurement and 
                  Control Laboratory                  5 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
           OR
CHEM 100        Architecture of Matter                4 cr
                                              TOTAL: 85 cr
Official articulation agreements have been established with other 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 taught at ISU and will count equally toward graduation.

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

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 on trigonometric 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. F, S

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 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

IC 291 Industrial Controls Theory 8 credits. Students will study active electronic devices, power supplies, op amps, transistors, thyristor phase control, digital electronics, motor control, PLCs, variable frequency drives, print reading, timers, sensors, and relays. F

IC 292 Industrial Controls Laboratory 5 credits. Students will learn practical applications and exercises in electronic circuits, automated control, PLCs, timers, sensors, relays, and motor controls. F

INST 220 Theory 3 credits. Introduction to programmable controllers. Ladder format, I-O instructions, external I-O devices, operating cycle, relays, timers, counters, sequencers, cascading, reversing, skip step sequencing, shift registers, fine time, troubleshooting, program initialization, and analog inputs. F, S

INST 240 Theory 2 credits. Basic concepts of process control devices, calibration and test equipment, diagrams and symbols. F, S

INST 241 Theory 2 credits. Measurement errors, pneumatic-sensors, indicators, transmitters, air supplies, regulators, control valves, actuators, positioners, introduction to controllers, pneumatic controllers. F, S

INST 242 Theory 2 credits. Electronic instruments-sensors, indicators, transmitters, computing relays, electro-optics, electronic controllers, ratio control, cascade control, recorders, analytical equipment, troubleshooting. F, S

INST 243 Theory 2 credits. Digital systems, digital control, analog-to-digital and digital- to-analog interfacing, signal conditioning, programmable controllers, computer application. F, S

INST 244 Theory 2 credits. Calibration calculations, pressure scales, level considerations, specific gravity, elevation suppression, closed and open systems, temperature scales, thermocouple and RTD values, bulb and capillary devices, heat transfer, flow with square root linearization, gas flow measurement calculations, mass flow, humidity measurements, PH measurements. F, S

INST 250 Laboratory 1 credit. Use of test equipment, power supplies, current and volt measurements, use of oscilloscope, capacitor checker, decade box, Wheatstone bridge, transmitter simulator, manometers, pressure calibration devices. F, S

INST 251 Laboratory 1 credit. Set up, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pneumatic control systems, air supply, air regulators, pressure gauges pneumatic transducer calibration, control valve operation with and without positioner, controller operation set point, measurement error, offset, proportional band, reset, derivative, reverse and direct acting. F, S

INST 252 Laboratory 1 credit. Set up, maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic sensors, indicators, transmitters, relays recorders, and controllers, transmission with twisted pair, fiber optics, smart systems, analytical equipment. F, S

INST 253 Laboratory 1 credit. Computer and programmable controller interfacing with transmitters and final elements, PID loops, auto tuning, set up to complete control loops, computer graphics. F, S

INST 254 Laboratory 1 credit. Calibration of transmitters, simulation of process variables, temperature, pressure, level flow, and humidity control loops. F, S

INST 281 Electrical Automation Theory 8 credits. Theory in application of control devices, sensors, timers, relays, electrical code, programmable controllers, interfacing with on-off control devices used in automated manufacturing and processing facilities. Instruction in print reading, phase control, variable frequency control, reduced voltage starting, single phase, split phase, three phase and DC motor control. Generator theory, uninterruptable power supplies. F

INST 282 Electrical Automation Laboratory 5 credits. Experiments in motor control circuits, relay and ladder logic circuits, computer interfacing with programmable controllers, transformers, timers, sensors, variable frequency controllers, thyristor circuits, troubleshooting electrical devices, adapting relay logic circuits to programmable controllers. F

INST 296 Process Measurement and Control Theory 10 credits. Theory in the application of transducers and control devices that measure and regulate variables such as: pressure, temperature, level, flow, humidity, PH, viscosity, velocity, volume, density, conductivity and composition. Continuous and batch control, distributive control and transmission methods. Instruction in calibration and test procedures used to install, maintain, and troubleshoot components common to industrial facilities. Analog digital and digital analog interfacing to PLCs and computer. S

INST 297 Process Measurement and Control Laboratory 5 credits. Application of INST 296; calibration of transmitters, recorders, indicators, and controllers. Interfacing pneumatic, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, programmable controllers, and computer devices. PID control loop tuning, installation and troubleshooting of working systems. S

INST 299 Special Topics 1-8 credits. Addresses 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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