Electronic Control Technician (CRT.ECT)

This one year certificate program combines theory and hands-on-training with state-of-the-art instruments, working processes and computerized control systems. Students learn to use test equipment, calibrate and maintain instruments, and program Industrial PC's.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
EET-072
Relays and Control Circuits

EET-072
Relays and Control Circuits

This course provides the student with an understanding of industrial electrical and electronic power systems. Topics covered include three phase circuits, motors wiring, ladder logic, transformers, and electronic motor controllers.

Course Outline
2.0
APT-050
Electrical Principles/Practice

APT-050
Electrical Principles/Practice

This course is designed for students interested in the properties of electricity. Course focuses on theory and skills to prepare technicians for installation and troubleshooting of basic electrical circuits.

Course Outline
4.0
ENG-050
Writing for Industry

ENG-050
Writing for Industry

Students will learn strategies for writing essays, instructions manuals, proposals, reports, career documents as well as deliver oral presentations to prepare them for a profession in industry. Students will practice research strategies by using library resources and the Internet.

Course Outline
3.0
APT-041
Applied Mathematics I

APT-041
Applied Mathematics I

Fundamentals of basic arithmetic, calculator usage, simple equations, word problems, algebra, right triangles, charts and graphs.

Course Outline
3.0
EET-056
Electronic Circuit Design/Fabrication

EET-056
Electronic Circuit Design/Fabrication

Designed to present through actual practice the elements of electronics drafting and fabrication.

Course Outline
3.0
EET-086
Prog Logic Controllers I

EET-086
Prog Logic Controllers I

This course covers basic PLC operation and programming using Rslogix500 software and Allen Bradley PLC's. Topics include: Basic ladder design, Input Output, Timers, Counters, Batch Processes, Shift registers, Word compare, and Math.

Course Outline
2.0

Semester Totals

17.0
Second Semester
APT-051
Solid State Devices & Applications

APT-051
Solid State Devices & Applications

Study of basic solid state devices, circuits, and systems. Topics include; rectifiers, transistors, switching circuits, linear amplifiers, timers and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD). Emphasis on Oscilloscope and Digital Multi-meter use.

Course Outline
4.0
EET-075
HMI-Human Machine Interface

EET-075
HMI-Human Machine Interface

This course covers basic HMI operation and programming using Wonderware - InTouch software. Topics include: Designing HMI windows, interfacing to the PLC, basic animation, using and creating logic scripts, using DDE, setting alarms, charts and trending, and security.

Course Outline
2.0
EET-087
Prog Logic Controllers II

EET-087
Prog Logic Controllers II

This course covers advanced topics of the Micrologix 1000 PLC operation and programming using Rslogix500 software and Allen Bradley PLC's. Topics include Analog I/O, Math and Data handling instruction, program flow, message instructions, and communication protocols.

Course Outline
2.0
CAD-056
CAD I

CAD-056
CAD I

Basic Theory of CAD. Student will learn to use a Computer Aided Drafting system to create simple to moderately complex technical drawings. (Repeatable 1 Time)

Course Outline
2.0
EET-066
Network Pro

EET-066
Network Pro

This course covers material needed to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association Net+ and Electronics Technicians Association CNST exam. Topics include an in-depth look at data transmission and covers basic telephony, LAN, Satellites, modems, error control and data security.

Course Outline
4.0

Semester Totals

14.0

Total Program Hours

31.0