EECT 101 - Introduction to Electronics and Projects

PROGRAM: Electronics and Computer Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

The material will concentrate on the physical world of electricity and electronics. Practical techniques for proper and safe use of basic hand and machine tools are introduced. Techniques for connecting various types of circuits are also covered. The process of fabricating printed circuit boards is presented. Communication skills are utilized to report project progress and results.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

Practice principles of lab safety and electrical wiring safety and environmental impact awareness.
Discuss basic power supply regulation.
Create acceptable solder joints and desolder electronic components.
Demonstrate the principles of using test equipment to assemble and test on electronics projects.
Use proper assembly procedures for through-hole and surface mount parts.
Describe basic procedures for IC fabrication.
Apply basic project planning principles to a class project.
Develop a plan of study for their degree.
Outline careers and topics in electronics.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

Program orientation
Electronics careers
Safety
Soldering
PC board fabrication
Surface mount components
Measurements
Power supply principles
Basic electrical laws
Plans of study (Curriculum Plans)
Student/Professional Organizations
Lab orientation
Desoldering
Connectors
Schematic diagrams
Operating VOMs, DMMs, and Oscilloscopes
Voltage regulation
Basic electrical components
Practical residential wiring
Semiconductor principles
Troubleshooting

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EECT 101 - Introduction to Electronics and Projects