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Program Description
The Electronics Fundamentals program is designed to prepare
students for careers in electronics professions. The program
emphasizes a combination of electronics theory and practical
application necessary for successful employment.
Length of Program
Five quarters
Entrance Date
Students are accepted quarterly.
Entrance Requirements
OTC Placement Exam
Age
16 years of age or older
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Advisor
An advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course.
A program advisor will be assigned by admissions.
Salary Range
$21,193 to 27,985 annually
Job Market
Employment potential for an Electronics Technician is very
good. According to the U.S. Department of Labor- Bureau of
Labor Statistics, the nation employment growth in the Electronics
Technology field through year 2010 is expected to exceed 15%.
Personal Traits Required
An individual pursuing a career as an Electronics technician
should be a logical individual who enjoys problem solving.
They should be meticulous and be able to follow instructions
closely. They need good technical, mathematical, and drawing
skills. Communication skills are useful, as is the ability
to conduct basic research. Electronics technicians should
have good hand-eye coordination and not be color-blind.
Curriculum
| Course |
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Title |
|
Credit
Hours |
| |
| 1st Quarter |
 |
| MAT 103 |
|
Algebraic Concepts |
|
5 |
| ELC 104 |
|
Soldering Technology |
|
2 |
| SCT 100 |
|
Introduction to Microcomputers |
|
3 |
| |
| 2nd Quarter |
|
| MAT 104 |
|
Geometry & Trigonometry |
|
5 |
| EMP 100 |
|
Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development
|
|
3 |
| IFC 100 |
|
Industrial Safety Procedures |
|
2 |
| IFC 101 |
|
Direct Current Circuits I |
|
4 |
| ELC 108 |
|
Direct Current Circuits II |
|
4 |
| |
|
|
|
|
| 3rd Quarter |
|
| IFC 102 |
|
Alternating Current I |
|
4 |
| IFC 103 |
|
Solid State Devices I |
|
4 |
| ELC 110 |
|
Alternating Current II |
|
4 |
| |
| 4th Quarter |
|
| ELC 115 |
|
Solid State Devices II |
|
4 |
| ELC 118 |
|
Digital Electronics I |
|
4 |
| ENG 101 |
|
English |
|
5 |
| |
| 5th Quarter |
|
| ELC 117 |
|
Linear Integrated Circuits |
|
4 |
| ELC 119 |
|
Digital Electronics II |
|
4 |
| ELC 120 |
|
Microprocessor Fundamentals |
|
4 |
| |
|
|
|
|
| |
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Total Hours Required |
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65 |
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