Courses

Official articulation agreements have been established with other Idaho post-secondary and secondary schools. Where these agreements exist, the specific block of training (ie. session/semester/year) will be accepted as equivalent to that at ISU and will count equally toward graduation.

Students who demonstrate adequate academic skill to succeed in the occupational content courses of the program will be given an "S" grade for ELTR 100 and 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.

ELTR 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.

ELTR 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.

ELTR 109 Electronic Terminology 1 credits. The study of basic electronic theory vocabulary. This course is to be taken in conjunction with ENGL 101, their first eight weeks of the semester. It is designed for those students who will opt to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Technology degree after earning an Associate of Applied Science degree.

ELTR 110 Electronic Terminology 1 credit. The study of basic electronic theory vocabulary. This course is to be taken in conjunction with ENGL 101, the second eight weeks of the semester. It is designed for those students who will opt to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Technology degree after earning an Associate of Applied Science degree.

ELTR 140 Directed Study AC-DC/LCR 8 credits. Condensed coverage of basic electronics theory and laboratory and associated mathematics. Accelerated equivalent of ELTR 141, ELTR 143, ELTR 145. For those who have prior knowledge of basic electronics.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

ELSY 252 Systems Analog/Digital Theory 7 credits. Introduction to digital, including gates, counters, registers, encoding-decoding, and multiplexing. Boolean algebra. Analog circuit analysis applied to power supplies, op-amps, and selected television circuits. PREREQ: ELTR 141, 144, and 146 or 151, 155, and 159 with a 2.5 GPA or permission of instructor.

ELSY 253 Systems Analog/Digital Laboratory 5 credits. Emphasizes understanding of Analog and digital circuitry by allowing students to design, construct, test and troubleshoot using proper test equipment. PREREQ : ELTR 146 or 159 and concurrent enrollment in ELSY 261 and 252.

ELTR 256 Internship 1-8 credits (variable). On-the-job placement providing work experience for persons pursuing careers in electronics technology. Permission of the instructor is required.

ELTR 257 Directed Studies 1-8 credits (variable). Individual work under faculty guidance.

ELSY 261 Introductory Calculus 4 credits. Correlations of algebraic, trigonometric, and geometric topics, graphs and functions. Introduction to basic calculus concepts and operations, providing analytical math tools for the analysis and understanding of physical phenomena. PREREQ: ELTR 142 or equivalent and 2.5 GPA.

ELSY 262 Calculus For Intermediate Electronics 4 credits. Studies include logarithms and their applications such as decibels and impedances; high frequency sine wave analysis techniques associated with RF circuit analysis; and algebraic calculus concepts and operation involving differentiation and integration. PREREQ: ELSY 261 or equivalent.

ELSY 267 Radio Frequency Transmission Theory 7 credits. Theory, analysis, and design of devices operating in the radio frequency spectrum. Fundamentals involving the phenomena of radio waves from audio frequencies through light rays.

ELSY 268 Radio Frequency Transmission Laboratory 5 credits. Maintenance, design, and adjustment of RF oscillators, amplifiers, AM, FM and single sideband, mobile and fixed station transmitters; transmission lines and antennas; microwave transmitters and measurement techniques.

ELTR 269 Electronic Drafting I 2 credits. Drawing fundamentals, orthographic and isometric drawings, and development of basic wire drawings.

ELSY 270 Electronic Drafting II 2 credits. Continuation of ELTR 269 with emphasis on orthographic and pictorial presentation. Use of computer graphics will also be presented.

ELSY 299 Special Topics (variable) 1-8 credits. This course is designed to address the specific needs of individuals. It will enable the students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently available through the program's full-time preemployment curriculum. Permission of the instructor is required.

ELSY 331 Laser Systems/Optics Theory 4 credits. Theory and analysis of lasers and associated devices. Covers laser fundamentals, wave and geometric optics, electro-optics devices and components.

ELSY 332 Laser Systems/Optics Laboratory 4 credits. Practical application of theory and analysis in analyzing laser/optics systems.

ELSY 371 Advanced Math for Electronics 4 credits. The study of computer programming languages at the machine level, assembler level, and high level, a standard operating system, UNIX, translation of numbers between number systems. ELSY 372 Calculus for Advanced Electronics 4 credits. Algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions, derivatives and integrals with electronic and other physical applications. Also included McClaurin's, Taylor's and Fourrier's series and introduction to differential equations. PREREQ: ELSY 262.

ELSY 373 Advanced Digital Theory 5 credits. A study of microcomputer operation, programming, interfacing to digital and analog systems, and troubleshooting. Memory and storage systems. System microcontroller integration using a software development system.

ELSY 374 Advanced Pulse Theory 5 credits. Prepares the student to design, analyze, maintain and install video studio equipment.

ELSY 375 Advanced Digital Laboratory 5 credits. Practical application of topics covered in ELSY 371 and 373 while building, programming, and troubleshooting microprocessor and microcontroller based systems.

ELSY 376 Advanced Pulse Laboratory 5 credits. Application of the topics in ELSY 374.

ELSY 383 Advanced Laser Systems/Optics Theory 5 credits. Advanced theory and analysis of lasers and associated devices. Covers advanced laser topics, wave and geometric optics, electro-optics devices and components. PREREQ: ELSY 281, 283

ELSY 384 Advanced Laser Systems/Optics Laboratory 3 credits. Practical application of advanced theory and analysis in analyzing laser/optics systems. PREREQ: ELSY 282, 283.

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 formats.

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.