Electronic Engineering Technology Bachelor’s Degree

This course features an introduction to the principles of DC electronics and magnetism.u00a0 Students develop competencies through practical application of the principles and theories of circuitry.

In this course, students are introduced to the principles of AC electronics, reactive circuits, and filters.u00a0 Students also utilize semiconductor devices in the lab setting while developing competencies through practical applications of the principles and theories of circuitry.

The fundamentals of digital logic are presented in this course.u00a0 Students study the following topics:u00a0 numbering systems; logic gates and families; Boolean expressions; flip-flops; registers and counters;adders and subtractors; encoders and decoders; multiplexers and demultiplexers; tristate; logic symbols and microprocessor architecture.u00a0 Students conduct experiments featuring digital gates, combinational logic, flip-flops, mathematical logic devices, shift registers, decoders, encoders, multiplexing and tri-state logic.

Circuit elements used in the conversion of signals are covered in this course.u00a0 Students study operation and application of transistors, multi-layer devices and small-scale integrated circuits.u00a0 Students develop competencies through practical application of the principles and theories of analog electronics.

Students study devices unique to the field of industrial electronics.u00a0 Topics will include AC/DC machines, artificial intelligence industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) and robotics.

This course introduces microprocessors.u00a0 Areas of memory and I/O interface design and programming will be studied.u00a0 The course will focus on microprocessors and the basic support components, including CPU architecture, memory interfaces and management, co-processor interfaces, bus concepts, serial I/O devices, and interrupt control devices.u00a0 Laboratories will be directly related to microprocessor functions and its interfaces.

The principles and applications of programmable logic controllers are explored at the hardware and software level.u00a0 The concepts of ladder logic are introduced.

The internship provides students with valuable field experience under the supervision and evaluation of a cooperating facility and the College.u00a0 Students apply knowledge and skills gained in the career program for 90 hours at the host site.u00a0 Students also dedicate 30 total hours for program coordination purposes, evaluation of the experience and refinement of their portfolio.

A review of Boolean Algebra and functional blocks in digital electronics including common combinational and sequential logic circuits.u00a0 Explore the use of PLDs and multi-sim software for building various digital architectures are introduced.u00a0 Students engage in numerous exercises in understanding the characteristics and applications of PLDs and various digital circuits through both graphical and text methods available in PLD software.

Emphasis is placed on real life applications of electronic technology in the measurement and instrumentation industries.u00a0 An introduction to common sensing and measurement devices and analog signal conditioning circuits that amplify or filter the signals, A-D and D-A conversion circuitry, as well as common issues and practices related to these tasks through class exercises, software tools, or lab experiments.

Emphasis on the concepts of stability in feedback control systems utilizing case studies and MATLABu00ae tools.u00a0 MATLABu00ae tools are used to study time-domain characteristics of first and second order feedback control systems.u00a0 Stability phenomenon, Bode plots and the Nyquist method are related to modern industrial applications.

A concentrated study of a typical microcontroller architecture, addressing modes, programming code, and the concepts of interrupts, Timer and I/O interface.u00a0 Demonstrate programming with PBasic language through a BS2 Module.

An introduction to DC and AC energy concepts, single phase and three phase AC power transfer, power switching device technologies, common topologies in single and three phase rectification and associated waveforms.

In this course, students will design, execute and present the outcomes of a capstone project conducted during a practicum field experience.u00a0 Students will be challenged to use their knowledge, skills and behaviors developed over the course of their program studies to solve real-world problems in their career discipline.u00a0 Students will be evaluated from both academic and professional standards.

This course covers the theory and application of common electromechanical devices used in a manufacturing environment, including relays, solenoids, motors, sensors and valves.

Students develop the mathematical skills required for pursuit of a technical degree.u00a0 Intermediate algebraic, geometric and trigonometric manipulation is used to obtain a solution.u00a0 An analysis of the solution is reviewed to determine the reasonableness of the answer.u00a0 Also, calculations involving numbers in base two, ten and sixteen.

Students learn the foundations of calculus and its applications in engineering problem solving.u00a0 The concepts and basic laws of differentiation and integration are demonstrated through the use of software tools.u00a0 Practical examples with graphical results are applied in solving problems of electrical circuits and physics of motion using first order differential methods.

Students are introduced to probability and statistical concepts and terminologies, distribution functions and their application to the field of engineering, and statistical methods of industrial quality control.

A study of the foundations of differential equations related to electrical engineering applications.u00a0 First and second order differential equations and the use of Laplace transform to solve equations of electrical circuitry are emphasized.u00a0 An introduction to infinite series is included in this course.u00a0 Software tools are utilized extensively.

Block diagrams in systems and mathematical software tools are used to solve complex differential equations.u00a0 Practical examples with graphical tools are applied in solving electrical circuit problems using MATLABu00ae.u00a0 The role of the characteristics roots of the system in system solution is studied through Bode plots with the aid of software tools.

This course introduces students to the basic tenets of the communication process and the necessity of effective communication in order to achieve academic, professional (career), social, and personal goals. Students will consider factors which influence the achievement of those goals for academic, professional (career), social, and personal success, as well as for the creation of productive learning communities and students' transformation into agile, lifelong learners.

This course is focused on communication theories and critical analysis of written and presented speech.u00a0 The primary focus of this course will include composition and rhetorical elements focused on precise language and effective delivery.u00a0 Students will learn how to plan, write, rehearse, and present multimodal speeches to meet audience needs.

This course introduces students to the basic use of computer hardware and software, electronic communication, and the Internet. Students will develop and utilize their technical knowledge, skills, and abilities in working with office technology in order to efficiently perform tasks and complete projects for contemporary academic, professional, and personal use. Students will apply fundamental theoretical, analytical, and problem solving strategies to advance their understanding of computer literacy.

This course is an introduction to the writing process and the formulation of appropriate workplace communication, as well as the essentials of essay writing. Instruction in effective academic and career reading strategies are introduced, along with basic information literacy skills to retrieve, evaluate, and appropriately use the ideas of others.

In this course, students are instructed in the various rhetorical modes of academic essay writing, including informative, persuasive, and research-based papers. In addition to academic writing, students are introduced to oral presentations. Students learn to examine the purpose and audience of written and oral communications and craft appropriate messages. Students will also refine their revising and proofreading skills.

This course provides a rich grounding in advanced research, composition, and presentation skills to enhance academic writing competencies and sharpen presentation techniques.

This course helps students develop quantitative literacy skills for personal and professional lives. Students will use reasoning and mathematical methods to find solutions to real-world problems. Students will use algebraic, financial, proportional, probabilistic, and statistical methods to draw conclusions and/or make decisions.

An introduction to software tools used for mathematical and calculus programming is presented.u00a0 Students apply repetitive calculations using loop and branch structure as well as displaying of input-output results.u00a0 Calculus applications in engineering using Laplace transform, transfer function, and SIMULINKu00ae are demonstrated through class exercises and home projects.

Explore and analyze contemporary topics using analytic methods and metacognitive strategies. Emphasis is on the application of these strategies within the dynamic communities of college, career and life. Students complete a career-based ethical controversy research paper.

In this course, students will explore the basics of practical logic. Students will learn how to break down arguments and evaluate the truth of claims in their careers and everyday lives. Through this process, students will discover how logic isn't just theory; it's a tool that boosts critical thinking skills and career potential.

Students in this course will focus on the concepts of general physics.u00a0 Practical applications will be used to demonstrate theory.u00a0 This course introduces students to general-level, algebra-based physics.u00a0 Each week will focus on the conceptual ideas presented in the text and coursework.u00a0 The course will present a broad view of physics and cover various topics ranging from measurement to kinematics.u00a0 Each topic will be presented in a generalized overview approach.

Students in this course will focus on the concepts of general physics.u00a0 Practical applications will be used to demonstrate theory.u00a0 This course introduces students to general-level, algebra-based physics.u00a0 Each week will focus on the conceptual ideas presented in the text and coursework.u00a0 The course will present a broad view of physics and cover various topics ranging from measurement to kinematics.u00a0 Each topic will be presented in a generalized overview approach.u00a0 Major instructional areas will focus on fluids, temperature and kinetic theory, electricity and magnetism, vibrations and wave, physical optics, and atomic and nuclear physics.

This course provides students with an introduction to psychology and the science of human behavior. Students are exposed tou00a0concepts, terminology, principles, and theories foundational to the discipline. Featured topics include research methods, consciousness and learning, emotional and motivational theories, psychological disorders and treatment, personality theories, and social psychology as they relate to personal, professional, and academic life.

This course applies general psychological principles and research to study the individual in organizational, workplace settings. Research- based principals and methods are utilized to study a variety of topics important to the understanding of human behavior in career settings. Emphasis is upon the interactive effects of situational and individual variables as they influence organizational behavior. Students will learn how principal theories and empirical findings from research in organizational psychology are used to improve employee performance and satisfaction.

In this course students will review career development theory as it relates to the decision- making and planning processes. Students will consider their competencies and behaviors when searching for internship and career entry positions. Learners will process feedback on their self-marketing techniques and input regarding career development practices.

This course focuses on the dynamics of groups and interpersonal relationships within the work setting. Small group theory and research form the basis for the study of professional communication and group decision-making skills. Students develop a clearer understanding of their own behavior and how it affects others in the workplace.