Electrical/Electronic Engineering Course Descriptions
EETH 1110 Electric Circuits Syllabi
4 Credits 4 Class Hours
An introductory course for all Electrical Engineering Technology concentrations. Topics include voltage, current, resistance, and power in DC and AC circuits, series, parallel, and more complex circuits using Kirchhoff's laws and selected network theorems, capacitance and inductance, resonance, transformers and polyphase concepts. Prerequisite: DSPM 0850 or
equivalent skills
EETH 1115 Electric Circuits Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
A laboratory course that parallels the EETH 1110 lecture course. Lab exercises include building, measurement and analysis of DC and AC circuits containing resistance, inductance and capacitance. Corequisite: EETH 1110
EETH 1210 Electronic Circuits Syllabi
4 Credits 4 Class Hours
A continuation of EETH 1110. Topics include solid state electronics as circuit elements, including diodes, bipolar transistors, rectifier circuits, Zener diode regulators, power supplies, power amplification, junction and MOSFETs, applications in selected linear circuits and operational amplifiers in various feedback configurations. Prerequisite: EETH 1110
EETH 1215 Electronic Circuits Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels EETH 1210 lecture course. Includes constructing and analyzing discrete and integrated analog transistor circuits. Corequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 1220 Transformers/Rotating Machines Syllabi
2 Credits 2 Class Hours
A continuation of EETH 1110 and 1115. Topics include transformer theory and application, single-phase and three-phase connections, auto-transformers, special instrument transformers, the development of horsepower, torque, efficiency as related to the operation of D.C. motors and generators, single-phase and three-phase motors, alternators, step-motors, resolvers, synchros, and comparisons in the performance of machines. Prerequisite: EETH 1110 and EETH 1115
EETH 1225 Transformers/Rotat. Mach. Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 1220 lecture course. Topics include construction of common single phase and three phase DC and AC motor, generator and transformer systems. Corequisite: EETH 1220
EETH 1260 Electrical Technology Syllabi
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
An introduction course to the basics
of electrical power for non-electrical students. Topics include DC and AC circuits, transformers, rotating machinery, electrical and electronic controls, and electrical energy. Prerequisite: DSPM 0850 or equivalent skills
EETH 1265 Electrical Technology Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 1260 lecture
course. Lab exercises include building and measurement of DC and AC circuits containing resistance, inductance and capacitance and basic motor and generator exercises. Corequisite: EETH 1260
EETH 1400 Digital Electronics Syllabi
2 Credits 2 Class Hours
Advanced study concepts of Boolean Algebra and their applications to
digital integrated circuits. Topics include binary and other number base systems and codes, logic circuits, A/D and D/A converters, counters, shift registers, adders, mulitplexers, encoders and various memory devices and their operation.
EETH 1405 Digital Electronics Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 1400 lecture course. Topics include the construction and analysis of 7400 series I/C circuits, A/D, D/A converters, counters, registers, and similar digital circuits.
EETH 2010 Industrial Elec. Controls Syllabi
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Advanced study of control circuits and electronic devices used in operating machines and processes. Topics include design of control circuits using relay logic and solid-state logic, solid-state control of DC motors, AC motors, and stepper motors, power supplies, operational amplifiers, thyristors, transducers, timers, optical and thermal devices, and other components such as programmable controllers to show how automated equipment can be accurately controlled. Prerequisites: EETH 1210 or instructor permission
EETH 2015 Industrial Elec. Controls Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 2010 lecture course. Lab exercises include construction, measurement and analysis of control circuits. Corequisite: EETH 2010
EETH 2210 Circuit Analysis Syllabi
2 Credits 1 Class Hour, 2 Lab Hours
A continuation of EETH 1210. Topics include application of previous training to troubleshoot solid-state electronic circuits and systems using basic tools and a review of two-port networks, filters, and transfer functions. Prerequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 2220 Electronic Communications Syllabi
2 Credits 2 Class Hours
An introductory course in electronic communications. Topics covered will include signal generation, amplitude modulation, transmission and reception, single sideband systems, angle modulation transmission, angle modulation receivers, FM stereo and two-way FM, television, transmission lines, electro magnetic wave propagation, antennas and waveguides, microwave communications, and satellite communications. Prerequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 2225 Electronic Communications Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 2250 lecture course. Lab exercises include construction, analysis and trouble-shooting of communications systems. Corequisite: EETH 2220
EETH 2230 Digital Communications Syllabi
2 Credits 2 Class Hours
Advanced level communications course. Topics include optical fiber communication, digital communications, digital transmission, digital line encoding, multiplexing, high definition television, satellite multiple-access, mobile telephone service and digital radio. Prerequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 2235 Digital Communications Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 2230 lecture course. Lab exercises include construction, analysis and troubleshooting digital communications systems. Corequisite: EETH 2230
EETH 2240 Instrumentation Syllabi
2 Credits 2 Class Hours
Advanced course in the industrial transducer devices most commonly used by industry in Automated Process Control Systems. Topics include electrical and mechanical transducers applied in the measurement of temperature, pressure, flow and position, and exercises using computers and computer interfacing to give a realistic approach to the industrial application of these devices. Prerequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 2245 Instrumentation Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 2240 lecture course. Lab exercises include building bridges, and work with transducers and computer interfaces. Corequisite: EETH 2240
EETH 2250 Fiber Optics and Cabling Syllabi
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
An introduction to optical fiber as another medium in which information can be transmitted, received, multiplexed, demultiplexed, and distributed. Topics include light sources, detectors, splices and connectors, coupler, fiber-optic systems, and installation and types of fiber-optic equipment. Horizontal and vertical cabling techniques (facilities, cable ways) are taught to BICSI and EIA/TIA standards. Prerequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 2255 Fiber Optics and Cabling Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 2250 lecture course. Lab exercises include construction, installation, analysis and trouble-shooting of fiber optic systems and cabling. Corequisite: EETH 2250
EETH 2330 Advanced PLC Programming Syllabi
4 Credits 3 Class Hours, 3 Lab Hours
Advanced PLC instruction. Topics include shift register, bit and file manipulation, advanced logic and math instructions, remote I/Os, indirect addressing, communication
to intelligent modules and developing diagnostic programs. Processor to processor communication is included. Prerequisite: EETH 2600 or IMC 2200
EETH 2235 Digital Communications Lab Syllabi
1 Credit 2 Lab Hours
Parallels the EETH 2230 lecture course. Lab exercises include construction, analysis and troubleshooting digital communications systems. Corequisite: EETH 2230
EETH 2340 Programmable Motion Contr Syllabi
4 Credits 3 Class Hours, 3 Lab Hours
Advanced course in solid-state controls for rotating machinery. Topics include programmable AC, DC drives, single and multi axis controllers, and stepping motor controllers. Topics include the control of pick and place, continuous path robots, G-codes for programming of CNC equipment, encoders, resolvers, tachometers, synchros, accelerometers and motion transducers. Prerequisite: EETH 1110
EETH 2350 Graphical Machine Interfaces Syllabi
3 Credits 2 Class Hours, 2 Lab Hours
Advanced course in graphical user interface as used in the industrial control applications. Topics include the creation and configuration of graphical operator interface panels using the Allen-Bradley Panel View and Microsoft Visual Basic programming language, and simple graphical pushbuttons up to the use of multiple screen graphic interfaces with data monitoring and analysis options. Prerequisite: EETH 2600 or IMC 2200
EETH 2360 Industrial Communications Syllabi
3 Credits 2 Class Hours, 2 Lab Hours
An introductory course in data communication as used in the industrial environment. Topics will include the theoretical aspects of data communication such as bandwidth, channel capacities, error detection/correction, etc., setting up and configuring different types of networks, RS-232, RS485, Ethernet, fiber optics, wireless networks, and several proprietary industrial networks. Prerequisite: EETH 1110
EETH 2370 Programmable Process Contr. Syllabi
3 Credits 2 Class Hours, 2 Lab Hours
An advanced course in closed-loop control systems and instrumentation. Topics include the modes of control and on the programming of intelligent controllers, PLC, application software used in the industrial environment for process control, and various process transducers for measurements of temperature, level, flow, etc. Prerequisite: EETH 1110
EETH 2380 Computer Integrated Lab Syllabi
3 Credits 2 Class Hours, 3 Lab Hours
A continuation of EETH 2360 covering the integration of intelligent controllers and devices into the manufacturing system. Topics will include PLC, robots, CNC machinery, intelligent motion controllers, and trouble-shooting techniques. Prerequisite: EETH 2600 and EETH 2340
EETH 2390 Robotics Syllabi
4 Credits 3 Class Hours, 3 Lab Hours
An introductory application of robotics in the industrial environment. Adept AIM and V+ software will be used for the control of SCARA robots. Prerequisite: EETH 2600 and EETH 2340
EETH 2400 Optical & EM Propagation Syllabi
4 Credits 3 Class Hours, 2 Lab Hours
A study of optical, radio frequency and microwave transmission, propagation and reception. Topics will include causes of distortion, interference and attenuation and optimizing levels of emission and reception.
EETH 2600 Automatic Control Systems Syllabi
4 Credits 3 Class Hours, 2 Lab Hours
An introduction to a wide range of industrial automatic controls. The programmable logic controller is the base of study with the emphasis on programming. Included are the
various types of transducers common to the industrial environment and the interfacing of I/O devices to the PLC. Modes of controls, process response, and the final correcting devices are discussed. Prerequisite: EETH 1210
EETH 2640 Power Distribution Syllabi
4 Credits 3 Class Hours, 2 Lab Hours
An introductory course in electrical power distribution systems with a focus on the design of electrical distribution systems for industrial and commercial buildings. Topics include services, transformers, unit substations, switchboards, distribution circuit components, and fault, voltage, and power factor studies. Prerequisite: EETH 1110
EETH 2700 Convergence Technology Syllabi
1 Credit 1 Class Hour
A study of all communication technologies in the SOHO environment. Topics include HD television services (cable, DSL and satellite), HD Radioª (IBOC), satellite digital radio, passive optical networking to the home, DSL and cable internet, and personal area networks (Bluetooth and RFID).
EETH 2800 Electrical Capstone Course Syllabi
1 Credit 1 Class Hour
An advanced course common to the Electrical Engineering Technology
degree program and all of its concentrations. Includes an exit exam that all program graduates must take. Prerequisites: EETH 1110, EETH 1115, EETH 1400, EETH 1405, EETH 2010 and EETH 2015
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