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CAREER-TECHNICAL
PROGRAMS -- ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
The purpose of Electronics
Technology is to provide students with a firm foundation in
the basic of electronics. The curriculum provides education and
training in current and emerging technologies. Upon successful
completion of this program, students are prepared to enter
postsecondary training, apprenticeship or entry-level employment
in the field of electronics. The required content described
in the curriculum is based on national skill standards as
developed by the Electronics Industries Association (EIA).
Classroom and laboratory instruction includes, but not limited
to, safety, DC Circuitry, AC Circuitry, semiconductors, analog
circuits, digital circuits, and microprocessors. Hands-on work
experiences and SkillsUSA-VICA leadership activities provide
many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career
development. In addition, instruction and training are provided
for students regarding the proper care, maintenance, and use of
tools and equipment.
ELECTRONICS I – Semester 1
½ Unit --FEE: $10.00
(Direct Current)
Pre-requisites: None -- (Grades 9-12)
This
course prepares students for careers in electricity or
electronics. Students are provided with information regarding
basic atomic theory, electronic components, quantities, and
measurements. Students learn in a hands-on lab environment
which includes theory and experimentation. The course offers a
high-tech introduction to the Electronics field utilizing
computer-based Electronic Workbench software with studies in
basic electricity theory, including Ohm’s Law, series and
parallel circuits, resistance, capacitance, AC and DC theory,
transistors and digital electronics.
ELECTRONICS I – Semester 2
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
(Direct Current)
Pre-requisites: Electronics I – Semester 1 -- (Grades 9-12)
This is
a continuation of Electronics I-A. It prepares students for
careers in electricity or electronics. Students are provided
with information regarding basic atomic theory, electronic
components, quantities, and measurements. Students learn in a
hands-on lab environment which includes theory and
experimentation. The course offers a high-tech introduction to
the Electronics field utilizing computer-based Electronic
Workbench software with studies in basic electricity theory,
including Ohm’s Law, series and parallel circuits, resistance,
capacitance, AC and DC theory, transistors and digital
electronics.
Syllabus -
Fall Semester - 2008-09
ELECTRONICS II – Semester 1
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
(Alternating Current)
Pre-requisites: Electronics I -- (Grades 10-12)
This
course provides students with information regarding measurement,
circuit analysis, reactive circuits, magnetism, power, and test
equipment. Upon successful completion of this course, students
demonstrate understanding of reactive circuit construction and
analysis and the use of test equipment. Students receive both
classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experiences. A
strong emphasis is placed on proper safety practices and
industry ethics.
Syllabus -
Fall Semester - 2008-09
ELECTRONICS II – Semester 2
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
(Alternating Current)
Pre-requisites: Electronics II – Semester 1 -- (Grades 10-12)
This is
a continuation of Electronics II – Semester 1. It provides
students with information regarding measurement, circuit
analysis, reactive circuits, magnetism, power, and test
equipment. Upon successful completion of this course, students
demonstrate understanding of reactive circuit construction and
analysis and the use of test equipment. Students receive both
classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experiences. A
strong emphasis is placed on proper safety practices and
industry ethics.
COMPUTER
MAINTENANCE – Semester 1
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
Pre-requisites: None -- (Grades 10-12)
Computer Maintenance provides students with information
regarding the maintenance, upgrading, and configuration of PC
hardware, components, and peripherals. Upon successful
completion of this course, students are able to maintain,
upgrade, and configure PC systems. Students receive both
classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experiences. A
strong emphasis is placed on proper safety practices and
industry ethics.
Syllabus - Fall Semester - 2008-09
COMPUTER
MAINTENANCE – Semester 2
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
Pre-requisites: Computer
Maintenance – Semester 1 -- (Grades 10-12)
This is
a continuation of the Computer Maintenance – Semester 1.
Students apply theory to hands-on applications in dealing with
computer operations. Advanced operations include computer
building, networking, trouble-shooting and maintenance. This
course uses diagnostic software and state-of-the-art fault
insertion cards to simulate actual problem solving. Through the
use of a computer trainer, students can achieve A+
hardware/software certification.
AV/DIGITAL ENGINEERING – Semester 1
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
(Digital)
Pre-requisites: None
-- (Grades 9-12)
This
course explores the new age of digital communications. Students
study and install car audio and alarm systems. It also
introduces students to digitized audio/video systems. Students
set up and maintain studio equipment used in conjunction with
digital audio/video technology. Equipment used includes 16-track
audio console, microphones, CD recorder, and studio monitors.
This course utilizes computer-based systems with hands-on
applications to prepare students for advanced audio engineering.
Syllabus -
Fall Semester - 2008-09
AV/DIGITAL ENGINEERING – Semester 2
½ Unit -- FEE: $10.00
(Digital)
Pre-requisites: AV Digital
Engineering – Semester 1 -- (Grades 10-12)
This is
a continuation of Electronics I – Semester 1. Students continue
their study of digital communications. They apply their
knowledge to hands-on applications using state-of-the-art
technology. Students participate in school-wide activities,
acting as communication technicians, by setting up and
maintaining digital communications equipment.
SEMICONDUCTORS – Semester 1
½ Unit/Semester -- FEE:
$10.00
Pre-requisites: Electronics
II -- (Grades 11-12)
This is
a one-hour laboratory-based course serving as an extension of
Electronics I and II. Study includes theory and application of
knowledge to electronic circuits. It builds upon the knowledge
and skills learned previously in Introduction to Electronics.
New topics of study include: power supplies, operational
amplifiers, oscillators, power transistors, integrated circuits,
microprocessors and semiconductor control devices. A two-hour
lab is available with permission of instructor.
Syllabus -
Fall Semester - 2008-09
SEMICONDUCTORS – Semester 2
½ Unit/Semester -- FEE:
$10.00
Pre-requisites: Semiconductors – Semester 1 -- (Grades 11-12)
This
one-hour laboratory-based course is a continuation of
Semiconductors and Electromechanical Controls.
Students apply their knowledge and skills to electronics
projects utilizing a computer-based instructional package called
The Electronic Workbench. They apply the theory of power
supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, power transistors, integrated
circuits, microprocessors and semiconductor control devices to
practical applications. A two-hour lab is available with
permission of instructor.
ELECTRONICS LAB ASSISTANT
1 Unit (½ per Semester) --
FEE: None
Pre-requisites: Approval by Instructor -- (Grades 10-12)
A small
group of specially selected students will aid the Electronics
Department in gathering materials, setting up laboratories,
filing and inventorying supplies, and performing other duties as
directed by the teacher.
ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT UTILIZED IN THIS PROGRAM:
Digital
multimeters, Analog multimeters, Oscilloscope, Transistor
Analyzer, Capacitor/Inductor Analyzer, radio Frequency
Generator/Modulator, Audio Frequency Generator, Computer Word
Generator, Logic Analyzer, Logic Converter, Function Generator,
Bode Plotter, AC/DC Power Supply and Computer Trainers.
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