Program Curriculum

ELTEC 205—Electronics Fabrication and Assembly Techniques/ 3 Units
Formerly listed as: ELTEC - 205: Electronics Fabrication and Assembly Tech
Introduction to fabrication and assembly techniques used in the electronics industry. Soldering, circuit board repair, and component identification, manual and automated techniques used in circuit assembly and product manufacture are included. Materials Fee Required Field trips are not required. (A-F or P/NP) Lecture/Lab Transfer: (CSU)

ELTEC 208—The World of Electricity and Electronics/ 3 Units
Also offered as: INTEC - 208: The World of Electricity & Electronics Formerly listed as: ELTEC - 208: The World of Electricity and Recommended for Success: Before enrolling in this course, students are strongly advised to satisfactorily complete MATH 20 with a minimum grade of C or better.
An overview of electrical and electronic phenomena as applied to common consumer and industrial devices. The course examines the physical nature and laws of electricity and magnetism and the application of the scientific method. DC and AC circuits and their characteristics are examined, predicted, and measured. Electronic test equipment and voltage sources are utilized in the construction, troubleshooting and testing of electrical and electronic circuits. The historical development and the socioeconomic aspects of the "electronic age" are also examined. **This course is approved by the State of California for the Department of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) Electricians Training Program. Materials Fee Required Field trips are not required. (A-F or P/NP) Lecture/Lab Transfer: (CSU) General Education: (MJC-GE: A)

ELTEC 212—Digital Principles and Circuits/ 3 Units
Also offered as :CMPET - 212: Digital Principles and Circuits  Recommended for Success: Before enrolling in this course, students are strongly advised to satisfactorily complete MATH 70 with a minimum grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment.
Introduction to digital circuits. Use and application of digital components in electronic devices controls and computers. Study of number systems, basic logic gates, counters, shift registers, A/D and D/A interfaces, and memories. Special emphasis on interfacing digital circuits to real-world input and output devices. Introduction to programmable logic devices. Prepares students for microprocessors and PLCs. This course is approved by the State of California for the DAS Electricians Apprenticeship program. Materials Fee Required Field trips are not required. (A-F or P/NP) Lecture/Lab Transfer: (CSU)

ELTEC 214—Microprocessor Programming and Interfacing/ 4 Units
Also offered as: CMPET - 214: Microprocessor Programming& Interfacing Formerly listed as: ELTEC - 214: Microprocessor Programming& Interfacing Recommended for Success: Before enrolling in this course, students are strongly advised to Successfully complete ELTEC/CMPET 212 Digital Electronics.
Introduction to the structure and operation of microprocessors as controllers for today's electronic devices and systems. Basic microprocessor hardware including memories, registers, counters, input/output ports, decoders, and arithmetic logic using the popular PIC RISC microcontroller.  Emphasis on interfacing to electronic hardware. Materials Fee Required Field trips are not required.  (A-F Only) Lecture/Lab Transfer: (CSU)

ELTEC 221—Instrumentation Devices and Systems/ 3 Units
Also offered as: INTEC - 221: Instrumentation Devices and Systems Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of ELTEC 208.
An introduction to industrial instrumentation devices and systems. The principles and operation of mechanical and electrical transducers. Analysis of industrial instrumentation and control systems.  This course is approved by the State of California for the DAS Electricians Training program. Field trips are not required. (A-F or P/NP) Lecture/Lab Transfer: (CSU)

ELTEC 223—INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND CONTROL DEVICES/ 3 Units
Also offered as INTEC 223.
An introduction to common components and control devices found in the manufacturing and processing industry. Content includes basic terminology, component identification, manufacturer’s specifications, and maintenance procedures for the components and devices. Lecture/ Laboratory.  Materials fee required. (A-F Only) Transfer: CSU

ELTEC 226—MOTORS, CONTROLS AND CONTROLLERS/ 3 Units
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of ELTEC/INTEC 208.  Also offered as INTEC 226.
Introduction to AC and DC motors and control systems. Emphasis on system troubleshooting. Use and programming of AC and DC systems. Lecture/Laboratory. (A-F Only) . Transfer: CSU

ELTEC 229—COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL WIRING/ 3 Units
Also offered as INTEC 229 Recommended for Success: Before enrolling in this course, students are strongly advised to satisfactorily complete (INTEC 225 OR AGM 225) AND (INTEC 208 OR ELTEC 208).
Essential insights and practices in Commercial and Industrial Wiring that develop skills for the electrical trade. Topics include the application of basic concepts in the design of electrical systems, implementation of accepted trade practices used in installations, and common troubleshooting techniques. Field trips may be required. Materials fee required. (A-F Only) Transfer: CSU

ELTEC 230—BLUEPRINT READING/ 1 Unit
Also offered as INTEC 230.  Recommended for success: Before enrolling in this course, students are strongly advised to satisfactorily complete AGM 225 and (ELTEC/INTEC 229) and (ELTEC/INTEC 226.
Fundamental concepts of blueprint reading for electricians applicable in any field. Topics include: construction-related blueprints (residential, commercial and industrial), machinery, automation, electronics. associated systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, communication.) Lecture/Laboratory. (A-F Only) Transfer: CSU

ELTEC 232—Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers/ 2 Units
Also offered as: CMPET - 232: Introduction to Programmable Logic  Formerly listed as: ELTEC - 232: Introduction to Programmable Logic
Introduction to the basic concepts of Programmable Logic Controllers. Installation, programming, maintaining, and trouble shooting of micro-sized programmable logic controller systems. **This course is approved by the state of California for the DAS Electrician Trainee Program. Field trips are not required. (A-F or P/NP) Lecture/Lab Transfer: (CSU)

ELTEC 234—ADVANCED TOPICS IN PROGRAMM ABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS/ 2 Units
Recommended for Success: Satisfactory completion of ELTEC 232 or CMPET 232 or equivalent course.  Also offered as CMPET 234.
Advanced study of programmable logic controllers and complete controller systems. Emphasis on component selection, design, and operation of industry-like controller systems. Lecture/Laboratory.  Transfer: CSU

ELTEC 265—Troubleshooting Techniques/ 1 Unit
Fast and efficient troubleshooting methods are presented and practiced. Covers single-solution problems commonly found in industrial equipment and processes, business, medicine, and everyday life.  Prepares students to actively troubleshoot problems in personal and professional life.  Multiple-solution problem-solving, brainstorming, and "out of the box" thinking methods also presented and practiced. This course is approved by the State of California for the DAS Electricians Training program. Field trips are not required. (A-F or P/NP) Lecture Transfer: (CSU)

ELTEC 320 – ELECTRICAL SAFETY/ 1 Unit
Also offered as INTEC 320
Understanding of electrical hazards common to business and industry. Introduction to the knowledge of common electrical injuries to employees, property damage, and how to prevent them.  Basic skill development in how to recognize, evaluate, and control electrical hazards. The course covers regulatory compliance and safe work practices. (A-F Only)