Students who demonstrate adequate academic skill to succeed in the occupational content courses of the program will be given an "S" grade for EMDR 100, 101 and will not be required to attend the initial semester.
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.
EMDR 100 Academic Skill Development I 1-8 credits. A review of the mathematical skills of fractions, decimals, percents, proportions and beginning algebra. A review of oral and written communications.
EMDR 101 Academic Skill Development II 1-8 credits. A continuation of Academic Skill Development I. An in-depth review of introductory algebra consisting of signed numbers, equations, polynomials, graphing and systems of equations. Also emphasized are communication skills, problem solving and prep for technical writing. An experiment based science class is taught that emphasizes development of, and application of equations and problem solving techniques. The scientific calculator is emphasized in this science class.
EMDR 112 Math I 3 credits. Review of complex fractions and story problem solutions followed by a study of percentage, ratio-proportion, weights-measures, and powers. Study of algebra through equations with three unknowns. Strong on story problems.
EMDR 114 Drafting Technology Theory I 2 credits. Basic instruction to help the student gain knowledge and experience necessary to draft drawings and learn fundamentals of drafting theory. Includes units in linework, lettering, inking, geometric constructions, sketching, orthographics, and sectional views. The student will gain a knowledge of CAD systems and their operation.
EMDR 115 Drafting Technology Lab I 4 credits. Puts into practice the knowledge gained in EMDR 114. The student becomes familiar with all lab equipment in the preparation of drawings. The student will produce drawings using a CAD system.
EMDR 117 Math II 3 credits. Advanced algebraic concepts, equations and applications, factoring, use of quadratic equation, gears and screws, review of plane geometry. Most of the work is in story problem form. PREREQ: EMDR 112.
EMDR 119 Drafting Technology Theory II 2 credits. Instruction in the fundamentals and theory of auxiliary views, revolutions, dimensioning, tolerancing, threads and fasteners, isometrics, oblique drawings, charts, and graphs. PREREQ: EMDR 112, 114, 115.
EMDR 120 Drafting Technology Lab II 4 credits. Puts into practice the knowledge and theory gained in EMDR 119 by preparing drawings manually and on the CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 112, 114, 115.
EMDR 144 Mechanical Drafting Theory I 2 credits. Study of applied geometric tolerancing and working drawings including machines, gears, cams, and welded parts. PREREQ: EMDR 119, 120.
EMDR 145 Mechanical Drafting Lab I 4 credits. Preparation of working drawings of simple machines, gears, cams, and welded parts. Some work must be complete on the CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 119, 120.
EMDR 174 Hardwiring Theory I 2 credits. This theory course will cover the layout of electrical and electronic drawings. PREREQ: EMDR 119
EMDR 175 Hardwiring Lab I 4 credits. Hands on experience drafting block diagrams, logic diagrams, schematics, highway diagrams, point-to-point and destination wiring diagrams. Electronic hardware drawing packages. All work can be drafted on the CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 120.
EMDR 242 Trigonometry 3 credits. Major emphasis will be on the practical application of trigonometry in solving industrial problems. This will be accomplished with sketches and triangulation. PREREQ : EMDR 117.
EMDR 247 Strength of Materials 3 credits. Introduction to statics principles and strength of materials. Includes calculation of reactions, analysis of force systems, stress-strain behavior, Poisson's ratio, temperature effects, shear and moment diagrams, welded joints, stress in beams, and beam size determination. PREREQ: EMDR 242.
EMDR 248 Mechanical Drafting Theory II 2 credits. Continuation of EMDR 144. Includes the study of metal layout and piping systems, and mechanical power transmission catalogs. PREREQ: EMDR 144, 242.
EMDR 249 Mechanical Drafting Lab II 4 credits. Preparation of working drawings involving metal layout and piping systems. Also includes research and layout of mechanical power transmission components drawing. Some work must be completed on the CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 145, 242.
EMDR 268 Mechanical Drafting Theory III 2 credits. Theory of working drawings including reinforced concrete, architectural and the elements of structural steel detailing. PREREQ: EMDR 247, 248.
EMDR 269 Mechanical Drafting Lab III 4 credits. Preparation of working drawings of reinforced concrete structures, structural steel members and a residence. The student will decide which projects will be done manually and which will be done on the CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 247, 249.
EMDR 276 Hardwiring Theory II 2 credits. Electronic and electrical packaging concepts and standards. PREREQ: EMDR 174.
EMDR 277 Hardwiring Lab II 4 credits. Drafting of complete chassis and cabinet drawing packages. All work can be drafted on the CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 175.
EMDR 278 Printed Circuit Theory 2 credits. The theory of printed circuit design, standards, processes, design hints, layout of single, double, and multilayer boards using discrete components and integrated circuits. PREREQ: EMDR 276.
EMDR 279 Printed Circuit Lab 4 credits. Preparation of complete printed circuit drawing packages from schematics, logic diagrams, and engineering information sheets. All work will be complete using a CAD system. PREREQ: EMDR 277.
EMDR 280 M.O.S. Design Theory I 3 credits. Lectures and classroom discussion to introduce the new student to the M.O.S./L.S.I. design. Calculation of resistance and capacitance will be demonstrated.
EMDR 281 M.O.S. Design Lab I 5 credits. Students will apply the theory from EMDR 280 to draw composite layouts.
EMDR 284 M.O.S. Design Theory II 3 credits. A history of M.O.S. fabrication and processes, and design rules will be covered.
EMDR 285 M.O.S. Design Lab II 5 credits. From logic or schematic diagrams student will produce working cells and a small functional chip.
EMDR 288 Wiring-Residential, Commercial 8 credits. The study and layout of electrical drawings for residential and light commercial buildings. All work will be in accord with the National Electrical Code.
EMDR 290 Directed Studies 1-8 credits. Individual work under staff guidance. For short specialized subject areas.
EMDR 292 Internship 1-8 credits. Eight weeks of industrial work experience via a cooperative program for selected students.
EMDR 293 Internship 1-8 credits. Eight weeks of industrial work experience via a cooperative program for selected students.
EMDR 294 Internship 1-8 credits. Eight weeks of industrial work experience via a cooperative program for selected students.
RELT 101 Applied Communications I 2 credits. The course provides students with instruction in applied written communication skills: The mechanics of written composition, technical terms, spelling and definition, basic computer literacy and technical writing and reporting forms.
RELT 102 Applied Communications II 2 credits. The course expands on communication skills taught in RELT 101. New material taught in Applied Communications II includes writing business correspondence and technical reports.
RELT 103 Keyboarding 1 credit. The course enables the development of basic touch keyboarding skill in a minimum of time. completion should prepare students to (a) input alphabetic, numeric, and symbol information quickly and accurately and (b) understand basic vocabulary and concepts used in keyboarding operations when entering and retrieving information.
RELT 201 Applied Communications III 2 credits. The course provides students with instruction in applied oral communication skills. Business speaking and effective oral communications will be taught.
RELT 202 Applied Business Economics 2 credits. The course provides students with an overview of economic principles related to technical courses of study.
RELT 206 Occupational Job Search 2 credits. The course provides students with knowledge and abilities in the areas of employment process skills. Job acquisition and maintenance skills and job market analysis are the core of this course.
RELT 207 Occupational/Human Relations 2 credits. The course provides a study of human behavior in an occupational environment with emphasis on communications, motivation, leadership and personal attitude.