Engineering Technologies and the Trades

This course develops the skills necessary to improve success in college. It covers general College procedures, time management and study skills, and specific student responsibilities. Collaborative projects are included. Corequisites: This course must be taken in the student’s first fifteen hours of study.

This course focuses on self-expressive, informative, and argumentative/persuasive writing. Emphasis is placed on the composition of clear, correct, and effective prose required in a variety of professions and occupations. Prerequisites: The required developmental reading (DS050 Developmental Reading, DS051 Essential Reading & Study Skills, or DS080 Study Reading), or SL115 ESL4: Advanced Reading, and/or writing courses (EN099 Introduction to College English or SL116 ESL4: Advanced Composition) or permission of the instructor or designee.

This is the first of a two-course sequence for students in programs that require mathematics through polynomial calculus. Algebraic manipulations, graphing skills and problem solving are emphasized. Topics include systems of linear equations including Cramer's Rule, quadratic equations, variation, factoring and fractions, vectors and oblique triangles, and an introduction to trigonometry and applications. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA115 Intermediate Mathematics.

This course introduces the fundamentals of DC circuit analysis including the definition of various electrical quantities and their relationships. Topics include series and parallel circuits, Kirchhoff's Laws, Thevenin's Theorem, Norton, superpositioning, maximum power transfer, and nodal and mesh analysis. Proper usage of laboratory equipment is stressed. Corequisites: ET153 Introduction to Electronics and MA121 Fundamentals of College Mathematics.

This course provides the basic theory of electrical and electronic devices with elementary applications, familiarization with laboratory test equipment, and construction of an electronic power supply project. It covers the practical aspects of resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers and voltage regulators. Both AC and DC theory is discussed as well as the use of power supplies, function generators, digital multi-meters and the oscilloscope. The course concludes with the assembly and testing of a DC power supply. (Fall semester)

This course uses a high-level programming language and examines the available structure on a typical personal computer platform. Programming techniques and algorithm development are presented with real-world examples from the electrical field. The programming techniques may be used to solve practical problems in other EET courses. The course introduces the use of schematic capture and electrical circuit simulation software. This is a foundation course in computer programming for students in the Electrical Engineering Technology program.No previous programming knowledge is assumed.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course encourages a deeper understanding of human nature and the human condition through the study of ideas and values expressed in imaginative literature and a full-length book of nonfiction. Emphasis is placed on the use and development of critical thinking and language skills. Library-oriented research is required. Prerequisites: EN101 English 1: Composition.

This is the second of a two-course sequence for students in programs that require mathematics through polynomial calculus. Topics include complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry, limits, derivatives and integrals of polynomial functions, applications of the derivative, and area under a curve. Prerequisite: MA121 Fundamentals of College Mathematics 1.

This course covers AC circuit analysis. Topics include Phasor representation of sinusoidal voltage, currents, impedance, power solution of RLC circuits, frequency response, and series and parallel resonance. Three phase power transformers and Fourier analysis of complex waveforms are introduced. The use of computer solutions in problem solving is included. Prerequisites: ET151 Circuits 1, ET153 Introduction to Electronics, and either ET154 Computer Programming or IS101 Introduction to Personal Computers. Corequisite: MA122 Fundamentals of College Mathematics 2.

The theory and applications of modern transistors are introduced; both the bipolar junction transistor and the field effect transistor are examined. Applications include usage in small and large signal class A amplifiers, as well as in class B power amplifiers. Voltage control FET applications are studied. Problem solving techniques involving digital computers are discussed. Prerequisites: ET153 Introduction to Electronics, and either ET154 Computer Programming or IS101 Computer Applications & Concepts 1. Corequisites: ET152 Circuits 2.

This is an introductory course on digital systems. It starts out exploring numbering systems and codes. Combinational logic devices are studied at a functional level. Circuit analysis techniques that include Boolean Algebra and Karnaugh Mapping are studied and used to complete circuit minimization. Sequential circuits are covered, including latches, flip-flops, astable and monostable multivibrators. Basic arithmetic operations and circuits are thoroughly explored. It concludes with a study of counters and registers. Prerequisites: ET151 Circuits 1, ET153 Introduction to Electronics, and either ET154 Computer Programming or IS101 Computer Applications & Concepts 1. Co-requisite: ET152 Circuits 2.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course introduces to the field of chemistry for science and engineering students. Topics include dimensional analysis, stoichiometry, periodicity, atomic structure and bonding, the states of matter, solutions, and acid and base concepts. The laboratory exercises exemplify chemical principles and develop individual problem-solving abilities. The laboratory experience includes preparation of the laboratory report and notebook. Prerequisite: Three years of college preparatory mathematics and high school chemistry.

This course introduces traditional processes used in manufacturing, except machining. It deals with methods of processing raw materials into manufactured components.Materials such as plastics, metals, composites, and elements of micro- and nano-fabrication are covered. Assembly methods include plastics joining, fasteners, and automation.

This applied statistics course provides measuring tools for quality control and process control in manufacturing. Topics include frequency distributions;measures of central tendency and of dispersion; natural tolerances, control charts for variables and for attributes; probability theory and applications to sampling and to operational characteristic (O-C) curves; acceptable quality level (AQL) sampling plans; Pareto charts; and, random number tables. Prerequisite: An appropriate Math placement test result, or MA045 Basic Math Skills, or MA050 Introductory Mathematics. (Fall semester)

This course includes the theory and use of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical devices to activate and regulate the displacement and position of machine components, basic energy principles applied to mechanical and electrical systems, relay ladder logic, and motor circuits. Prerequisite: MA106 Technical Mathematics 2 or higher level mathematics course containing algebra.

This course introduces the processes,materials, and equipment used in the manufacture of semiconductor devices. Topics include atomic theory, crystal structure, and properties of semiconductor materials, and manufacturing processes. It covers wafer preparation, thermal oxidation, doping, lithography, thin film deposition, metrology, testing, and packaging. Cleanroom safety and protocol are discussed. Prerequisites: ET161 Linear Electronics, and ET181 Digital Electronics 1. Corequisites: CH141 General Chemistry 1, andMT129 Statistical Quality Control. (Fall semester)

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This non-calculus Physics course for technology, business administration, computer science, and liberal arts and sciences students covers topics in mechanics,wave motion, and heat. Prerequisite: An appropriate Mathematics Placement test result, or MA045 Basic Math Skills, or MA050 Introductory Mathematics.

This course introduces the field of electrical power. It covers a variety of devices, including transformers, and DC and AC motors. The components and characteristics of control systems are studied. Prerequisites: ET152 Circuits 2, ET161 Linear Electronics, and ET181 Digital Electronics.

This course introduces vacuum fundamentals and terminology, pumps, gauges and hardware components, common vacuum systems, leak detectors, coaters, ultra-high vacuum systems, ion implanters, general operations, and maintenance requirements. Topics include thin films, sputtering modes, and ultra-high vacuum techniques. Prerequisite: ET289 Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing. (Spring semester)

This course covers the fundamental topics and applications of fluid mechanics. Topics include fluid properties, fluid statics, conservation of energy and mass, pipe and duct flow, pumps, and measurement of fluid properties and states. An introduction to heat transfer is included, applying theory to thermal and hydraulic systems. Prerequisite: MA121 Fundamentals of College Mathematics or a higher level mathematics course which includes trigonometry, or permission of the Department Head.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.