ELEC 111 Introduction to Electronics Fundamentals (3 units)

Introduction to DC and AC electricity; reading simple schematic diagrams and construction of elementary electrical/electronics circuits; making measurements with multimeters and oscilloscopes; using DC power supplies and AC power sources with series, parallel and series-parallel resistive circuits; exploration of induction and capacitance in DC and AC voltage circuits. Emphasizes laboratory experiments and techniques. A materials fee as shown in the Schedule of Classes is payable upon registration.

ELEC 112 Advanced Electronics Fundamentals (3 units)

Introduction to more advanced electrical/electronics circuits. Includes power supply circuits, filtering circuits, amplifier and oscillator circuits using BJT, FET, and Op-amp devices; also an examination of digital circuits. Emphasizes laboratory techniques and the use of electronic test equipment. A materials fee in the amount shown in the Schedule of Classes is payable upon registration.

ELEC 231 Basic Applied Electronics Mathematics (2 units)

Introduction to mathematics for electronics. Covers basic principles including algebra, trigonometry, logarithms, graphing, and scientific calculator use as applied to DC/AC circuits.

ELEC 232 Advanced Electronics Mathematics (1 units)

In depth study of algebra, trigonometry, logarithms and graphing as applied to amplifier, filter, oscillator, microwave, and digital logic circuits.

ELEC 265 Electronic Assembly and Fabrication (3 units)

Manufacturing and fabrication processes associated with the electronics industry. Printed circuit board (PCB) design from conception to completion. Emphasizes electrical schematics, bill of material (BOM), component selection, layout design, manufacturability, assembly, soldering, de-soldering, and surface-mount technology. A materials fee in the amount shown in the schedule of classes is payable upon registration.

ELEC 410 Introduction to Solar Installation and Integration (3.5 units)

Prerequisite: None Recommended: Completion of ELEC 110 with a grade of ā€œCā€ or better, or concurrent enrollment in ELEC 110 or equivalent. An introductory course targeted to junior-level photovoltaic installers to provide a foundation of skills necessary in solar installation. Topics include electrical theory and practice, photovoltaic theory and integration and solar installation skills. The course is a balance of theory, hands-on practice and real world examples. Also listed as ENVS 410.