Electronics

ELT-116 - PRINCIPLES OF ELECTRONICS

Lecture: 3

Lab: 4

Credit: 5

This course analyzes the physical phenomenon of electricity in direct and alternating current circuits. Circuit analysis shall be through the application of various laws and theorems, and in the laboratory, through the use of typical test equipment. 

ELT-119 - APPLIED HUMAN BIOLOGY FOR BIOMED TECHNICIANS

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course presents the human biology, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology essential for biomedical equipment technicians and the devices involved in patient care. Focus is on the vocabulary necessary for effective medical communication skills in the hospital environment as part of the health care team.

ELT-132 - MOTOR DRIVES

Lecture: 0.5

Lab: 1

Credit: 1

This course discusses the fundamentals of motor drive operation and setup. Students will learn industrial AC electronic motor drives, which are used to provide accurate control of speed, position, and acceleration of industrial motors. Students will also learn industrial skills on how to operate, install, tune, and troubleshoot various industrial drives. Prerequisite: ELE-195.

ELT-176 - INSTRUMENTATION

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

This course introduces students to the basic principles and concepts of process control, calibration, replacement, repair adjustment, troubleshooting, and use of test equipment. Students will learn how calibrate, adjust, install, operate, and connect process control systems. Students will also learn how to measure signals and connect devices in a wide variety of control configurations including: PID control, on/off control, and manual control. Prerequisite: ELT-295.

ELT-232 - PLC APPLICATIONS

Lecture: 2

Lab: 4

Credit: 4

This course provides a hands-on approach to develop fundamental knowledge of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) principles by exposing the student to ladder logic circuits and their practical applications. Ancillary input and output devices used with PLC systems are included as well as elementary electrical machines. While the laboratory utilizes Allen-Bradley PLC's, a generic design approach is stressed during the lectures. Design of practical working control circuits is included to enhance understanding. Also included are the various number systems, digital codes and program commands used in PLC's and integrated systems. Prerequisite: CSC-140 or equivalent.

ELT-250 - PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

This course introduces students to PLC tasks such as programming, wiring, troubleshooting, communications, and advanced programming. Students will learn industrial relevant skills on how to operate, interface, program and troubleshoot PLC systems. Students will learn how to set up software drivers, log onto networks, upload and download projects, and search for documentation.

ELT-262 - ADVANCED PLC AND SYSTEM INTEGRATION (MECHATRONICS)

Lecture: 2

Lab: 8

Credit: 6

This course introduces advanced topics in programmable logic controllers using the Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and RSLogix 5000 programming software including programming input, output, bit, timer, counter, compare, move, and math instructions. Students will learn how to create and modify subroutines and configure devices. Students will learn industrial relevant skills on how to operate, program and troubleshoot PLC systems and learn system integration with, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and robotic devices.

ELT-295 - AC/DC FUNDAMENTALS

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

This course introduces students to the components used in most electronic circuits and how they are measured, tested and function. Students will learn the fundamentals of AC and DC electrical systems used for power and control in industrial applications. Students will learn how to operate, install, design and troubleshoot basic AC and DC electrical circuits.

ELT-329 - DIGITAL ELECTRONICS FOR ET

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

An introduction to fundamental digital circuits and systems is presented by study of integrated circuit logic modules. Number systems, coding and elemental Boolean principles are also covered. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting techniques and tools.

ELT-355 - ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS I

Lecture: 3

Lab: 4

Credit: 5

Introduction to semiconductor circuit analysis. The operational characteristics and applications of diodes, bipolar and field-effect transistors, and linear integrated circuits will be examined. Troubleshooting methods and techniques will be discussed and applied in the laboratory. Prerequisite: ELT-116.

ELT-357 - ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS II

Lecture: 3

Lab: 4

Credit: 5

An expansion on the material presented in Electronic Circuits I. This course will examine the op-amp further in its many linear and non-linear applications. Other related linear integrated circuits will be investigated and applied. Basic modulation and demodulation processes will be included. Prerequisite: ELT-355.

ELT-435 - TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Lecture: 4

Lab: 2

Credit: 5

Examines electronic communications topics such as noise, frequency domain analysis, analog and digital modulation methods, transmitters, receivers, multiplexing, digital communications, telephony, transmission lines and wave guides, antennas, wave propagation, microwave and video. Prerequisite: ELT-355.

ELT-486 - ELECTROMECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

Students will use their previous knowledge in electronics to understand and apply real world mechanical applications in the industrial setting. Concepts learned will include fixturing, gearing, motors, and linear motion. Prerequisite: ELT-355.

ELT-630 - MICROPROCESSOR/INTERFACING

Lecture: 3

Lab: 4

Credit: 5

This course is an introduction to techniques and equipment used for a variety of data acquisition requirements. The use of computers, test equipment, sensors and software for data acquisition in an industrial environment will be the main focus. Prerequisites: ELT-355 and ELT-329.

ELT-800 - BIOMEDICAL ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

This course examines the use of electronics in health sciences and related fields by bringing together the student's understanding of anatomy and physiology, chemistry and electronics to study the measurement of the body's electrical signals and other physiological measurements, to include cardiovascular, pulmonary, temperature, flow and pressures. This will include a hands-on study of medical equipment used in the hospital and other medical environments to diagnose and treat patients. Issues associated with patient and technician safety will be emphasized. This course will also explore applicable NFPA99, JCAHO, CLIA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies and their regulations governing medical equipment in the clinical environment. Prerequisites: ELT-119, ELT-357, ELT-630, BIO-163.

ELT-801 - MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course will teach the biomedical students to properly document their work when in the medical environment. This course will cover topics including HIPAA rights, NFPA99, AAMI, JC compliance, work order documentation, the use of SOP's and infection control. This course will also teach the students how to properly research these topics as regulations change frequently. Prerequisite: ELT-119.

ELT-932 - INTERNSHIP

Lecture: 0

OJT: 16

Credit: 4

This internship is intended to be the clinical experience portion of the Biomedical Electronics Seminar. Students in this course will be assigned to a selected setting to apply principles and skills learned in previous course. Graded on a Credit (P)/No Credit (Q) basis. Prerequisite: ELT-800.

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