• Engineering - General
• Engineering Technology Civil
• Engineering Technology Drafting
• Engineering Technology Electrical
• Engineering Technology Electrical - Computer Repair
• Engineering Technology Environmental
• Engineering Technology Mechanical
• Engineering Technology Industrial
• Engineering Technology - General

Course Descriptions

Engineering - General

EEL2111C Engineering Circuit Analysis 4 credits
Basic electrical quantities, sources and elements, power and energy, Kirchoff’s law, network solution impendence, transfer functions, plane, periodic and exponential excitation functions, phasor algebra, natural and forced system response, total response, frequency response, resonance, magnetic circuits, physical electronics, operation of electronic devices, principles of electromechanical energy conversion. Prerequisites: MAC 2311, PHY 2049. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EGS1001C Introduction to Engineering 3 credits
An introduction to the opportunities, challenges, and required skills of the engineering profession. Students explored the different disciplines of engineering, their function in industry, and required education. Professional issues such as registration, ethics, safety, and design are discussed. Projects and activities are used to develop problem solving, communication and computer skills (word-processing, spreadsheets, presentations, mathematical analysis, email, Internet). Prerequisite: MAC 1105. (3 hr. lecture)

EGS1111C Engineering Graphics 5 credits
Drafting theory, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic and pictorial sketching and drawing are included together with descriptive geometry. Required for all professional engineering students. Prerequisite:ETD 1100 or one year of high school drawing. Laboratory fee. (3 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EGS1220C Basic Computer Language 2 credits
A study of the computer language called BASIC. Students are required to write instructions and obtain solutions to problems often encountered in engineering construction and land surveying. The method is “interactive” and “conservation”-step with the generation of mini and microcomputers and larger programmable calculators. (1 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EGS1949 Co-op Work Experience 1: EGS 3 credits
This is a course designed to provide training in a student’s field of study through work experience. Students are graded on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer. Prerequisite: Co-op Department approval. Students will be assigned specific course prefixes related to their academic major prior to registration. All students must contact the Cooperative Education Office to obtain registration approval. (3 hr. lecture)

EGS2020 Engineering Measurement and Computations 3 credits
The Scientific Electronic Calculator is used as a fundamental engineering tool. The student develops confidence and speed by working on problems taken from geometry, mechanics, and interest calculation. (3 hr. lecture)

EGS2033 Civilization & Engineering 1 3 credits
A global historical study on the development of engineering-related technology and its impact on civilization from antiquity to the preindustrial revolution period. From stone tools to the steam engine, relationships between technological and social change are explored with emphasis on how the development of materials, methods and tools affected man and the growth of civilization. (3 hr. lecture)

EGS2034 Civilization & Engineering 2 3 credits
A historical study on the development of engineering-related technology and its impact on society from the industrial revolution to the present. From the steam engine to the microcomputer, relationships between technological and social change are explored with emphasis on how the development of materials, methods and tools affected man and the growth of civilization. (3 hr. lecture)

EGS2311 Engineering Mechanics - Statics (With Vectors) 4 credits
Basic principles of statics covering resultants, equilibrium, trusses, frames, friction, centroids and moments of inertia with vector notation and calculus. Prerequisites: MAC 2311, PHY 2048 or equivalent. (3 hr. lecture;2 hr. lab)

EGS2321 Engineering Mechanics- Dynamics 4 credits
Analysis and solution of engineering problems involving dynamics of particles and rigid bodies with respect to acceleration, velocity and time for rectilinear translation, curvilinear motion, rotation and plane motion. The student employs the principles of work, energy, impulse and momentum. Prerequisites: EGS 2311,MAC 2312. (3 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EGS2331 Mechanics of Material 4 credits The behavior of materials under tension and compression, direct shear, torsion and column action. Derivation of stress and deflection equations. Problems in analysis and design of the members under single and com- bined loading. Laboratories tests and demonstrations to illustrate theory. Prerequisites: EGS 2311,MAC 2311 or equivalent. (3 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EGS2949 Co-op Work Experience 2: EGS 3 credits
This course is designed to continue training in a student’s field of study through work experience. Students are graded on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer. Prerequisite: Co-op Department approval and completion of 1949 Co-op Work Experience. Students will be assigned specific course prefixes related to their academic major prior to registration.All students must contact the Cooperative Education Office to obtain registration approval. (3 hr. lecture)

Top

ETC1250 Construction Materials 3 credits
The principal material used in the construction of highways, buildings, utilities and other structures, including a consideration of the processes for the selection, specifying, testing, and preservation of materials on the basis of balance between economy, quality and performance. Laboratory testing of materials demonstrated and performed. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETC1930 Construction and Engineering Seminar 1 1-3 variable credits
History and nature of construction engineering and related mathematics and sciences are studied and discussed.An examination of the job opportunities as construction engineering aide and requirements are made. Students are instructed in developing methods for achieving their highest potential in these fields. Special fee. (1-3 hr. lecture)

ETC2201 Design and Inspection Engineer Seminar 1 3 credits
Organizations, policies, procedures and practices relating to the engineering and construction of highways, buildings, utilities, and other facilities. Utilization of Standard Operating Procedure for design, layout, inspection, and testing are introduced. (3 hr. lecture)

ETC2203 Computing and Estimating 3 credits
Approximate and exact methods of computing and estimating quantities from plans: arriving at unit prices, lump sum costs, and estimated total costs from quantities; and making preliminary and final estimates. (3 hr. lecture)

ETC2210C Geotechnics and Soils 4 credits
The study of engineering geology and soil mechanics as they relate to engineering and construction. Students will perform laboratory and fieldwork in soil sampling, analysis and U.S.Standards specification for geologic materials. Special fee. (3 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETC2451 Concrete Construction 3 credits
The use of concrete in construction to include foundations, columns, beams, slabs, hydraulic conduits. Prerequisite: ETG 2502. (3 hr. lecture)

ETC2521 Applied Hydraulics and Drainage Structure 3 credits
The application of basic hydraulics principles to engineering problems in the collection, distribution, and disposal of water and wastes. Laboratory work involves solving realistic problems. Prerequisites: ETG 1513C, PHY 2053. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

Top

ETD1100 Introductory Drawing 4 credits
Students study the fundamental principles of standard drafting including lettering, orthographic representation, pictorials and related topics. ETD 1100 is required for students who have not had any previous drawing experience or courses and who do not meet requirements for ETD 1200. Required of those who do not meet requirements for EGS 1111C. Special fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

ETD1200 Technical Drawing 1 4 credits
Introduces students to the principles of instrument drawing, orthographic projection, visualization, specialized computer processes and introductory computer aided drawing (CAD). Students develop drawing and sketching techniques common to industry. Prerequisite: EGS 1111C or permission of department. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

ETD1330 Computer Aided Drawing & Design 3 credits
Industry standard drafting and design practice with the assistance of CADD in a laboratory environment. Working drawing and design routines produced in the CADD system and executed to hard copy via plotter. Prerequisite: EGS 1111C. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETD1542 Structural Drafting 4 credits
Development of structural, fabrication and erecting drawings. Course involves study of structural shapes, their properties, and methods of developing connections, as well as study of common reinforced concrete practices. Prerequisite: ETD 1200. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

ETD1801 Technical Illustration 4 credits
Mechanical product illustration techniques emphasizing ink work and the 35 degree 16’ isometric drafting method, paste-up techniques, methods of representing various mechanical devices, exploded and shading techniques. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr lab)

ETD2215 Technical Drawing 2 5 credits
Advanced drafting techniques in detailing, piping, welding, select structural members and U.S. drafting standards. Use of technical manual to support detailed drawings produced in a laboratory environment. Introduction to 2D CADD (Computer Aided Drafting and Design) to produce industry standard drawings. Prerequisite:EGS 1111C,ETD 1200. Laboratory fee. (3 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

ETD2350 Computer Graphics 3 credits
The continuation of ETD 1330 in which the student executes CADD solid models, that creates realistic images with genuine-looking surfaces, textures, lights, and shading. Animation is also introduced. Prerequisite: ETD 1330. Lab fee. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETD2400 Tool and Machine Design Drafting 5 credits
Students will cover design drafting for construction of tools for mass production on automated lathes, drill presses, screw machines, milling machines, broaches and cutting mechanisms; jig and fixture presentation utilizing 2D and 3D CADD methods. Commercially designed tool elements are introduced to emphasize U.S. Standards (ANSI) for working drawings. Detailing in subassemblies and complex parts with welded and fastened and construction is covered. Prerequisite: ETD 1330. Laboratory fee. (3 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

ETD2452 Basic Mechanisms 4 credits
A graphic course dealing with the principles of motions; absolute and relative velocities and acceleration; motions determined by instant centers; centroids as they apply to mechanisms; the motions of machine elements and methods of supporting and guiding them; cam layout and velocity diagrams; and practical problems involving gears, belts, linkage, ratchets, universal joints and other mechanisms. Prerequisites: ETI 1421. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

Top

CET1171 Micro-Computer Service and Maintenance 1 3 credits
Introduction to the service and maintenance techniques for personal computers. Intended to address the non-technical student who has a need to know more about personal computers. Topics include faults in the CPU, disk drives, cables, monitors and software. Laboratory fee.A.S. degree credit only. (3 hr. lecture)

CET1172C Micro-Computer Service and Maintenance 2 3 credits
A continuation of micro-computer service and maintenance: Addresses hardware faults, board changing, system configuration, memory expansion and upgrading. Software diagnostics is a major part of this course and changing components and parts will be addressed. Prerequisite: CET 1171. Laboratory fee.A.S. degree credit only. (3 hr. lecture)

CET1173C Micro-Computer Networking & Maintenance 1 3 credits
This course is a hands-on course designed to provide the student with a solid conceptual understanding and practical experience of installing, maintaining and repairing microcomputer networks. Emphasis will be on a peer-to-peer network. Students will configure multiple types of network cabling, hubs, network interface cards, and workstations, and network operating systems software and hardware tools will be used and evaluated in class. Preventive maintenance, upgrades, system diagnostics, configuration, power protection, and the management, sharing and optimization of workstation resources such as drives, printers and output devices will be examined in detail. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

CET2114C Digital Computer Circuit Analysis 1 4 credits
Applies electronic principles to digital computer circuits and systems. Prerequisites: EET 1141C, 1142C. Laboratory fee. A.S. degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

CET2123C Microprocessors 4 credits
Applies digital principles to the understanding of microprocessor parameters and characteristics (addressing range and models, instruction set, architecture, input/output, interrupts, and programming). Experimentation on various microprocessors and peripheral circuits. Prerequisite: CET 2114C. Laboratory fee.A.S. degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

CET2142C Advanced Digital Circuits 4 credits
Extends the application of sequential and combinational logic circuits to computer circuits and other digital applications. The student studies a microcomputer and elements, learning to program, operate and interface with it. Prerequisites: CET 2114C. Laboratory fee.A.S. degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

CET2176C Micro-Computer Service and Maintenance 3 3 credits
This is an advanced course that will address the signal flow, block diagram and discrete component aspects of the desktop microcomputer. Detailed analysis of the CPU,graphic, both monochrome and color boards, controller, serial and parallel parts, disk drivers and monitors will be addressed. Laboratory fee.A.S. degree credit only. (3 hr. lecture)

CET2205C Pulse and Digital Circuits 4 credits
The theory and verification of the nonlinearities of tubes and transistors and the use of these nonlinearities for nonsinusoidal wave generation, shaping, and switching. Prerequisites: EET 1141C, 2101C. Laboratory fee. A.S. degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

CET2930 A+ Certification Examination Review 3 credits
A comprehensive course to prepare advanced students to pass the A+ certification examination. Coverage includes microcomputer hardware, the DOS and Windows operating systems, industry standards and practices, and professional competency and conduct. Prerequisites: CET 1171, 1172C. Corequisite: CET 2176 C. (3 hr. lecture)

Top

EET1015C Direct Current Circuits 4 credits
Basic principles of electricity and the applications of fundamental laws to direct current networks. A study of electrical components, magnetism, inductance, capacitance and elementary network analysis. Utilization of modern laboratory equipment for experimental verification and application of basic principles. Pre/corequisite: MTB 1321. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET1025C Alternating Current Circuits 4 credits
Fundamental principles of alternating current: sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal.A study of impedance, phase shift, coupling networks, transformers, and series and parallel resonance using standard vector notation. Utilization of modern laboratory equipment for experimental verification and application of theory. Prerequisites: EET 1015C, MAC 1321; corequisite: MTB 1322. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET1037 * Electronic Computer Simulations 3 credits
An investigation of network theorems with practical illustrations. Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Kirchoff’s and the superposition methods of analysis are applied to the solution of resistive and reactive networks. Resonant circuits and transient voltages and currents are analyzed. Prerequisite: EET 1025C; Corequisite MTB 1322. (3 hr. lecture)

EET1037C ** Electronic Computer Simulations 3 credits
An investigation of network theorems with practical illustrations. Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Kirchoff’s and the superposition methods of analysis are applied to the solution of resistive and reactive networks. Resonant circuits and transient voltages and currents are analyzed. Prerequisite: EET 1025C; Corequisite MTB 1322. (3 hr. lecture)

EET1082 Introduction to Electronics 3 credits
Learn by building practical electronic circuits. Survey course suitable for both majors and non-majors. Instructor and tutors available to assist in project completion. Topics include: schematics, pictorials, amplifiers, oscillators, burglar alarms, radios, and digital circuits. Students will develop individual career plans and learn about employment opportunities within the field. (3 hr. lecture)

EET1141C Semiconductor Fundamentals 4 credits
The fundamental theory of transistors, other solid-state devices, and its verification.Amplifiers, oscillators, and other applications using a sinusoidal wave are analyzed. Prerequisites: EET 1015C, MTB 1321. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET1142C Transistor Circuits 4 credits
Transistors and other solid-state devices. Amplifiers, oscillators, pulse and switching circuits and other applications using both sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal waves are analyzed. Prerequisites: EET 1037, 1141C, 2101C. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET1949 Co-op Work Experience 1: EET 3 credits
This course is designed to provide training in a student’s field of study through work experience. Students are graded on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer. Prerequisite: Co-op Department approval. Students will be assigned specific course prefixes related to their academic major prior to registration. All students must contact the Cooperative Education Office to obtain registration approval. (3 hr. lecture)

EET2101C Electronics Devices 4 credits
Construction, characteristics, and applications of the various electron tube and semiconductor devices including newer solidstate devices, and some of the important industrial and commercial systems in which they are employed. Prerequisites EET 1015C, 1025C, 1082, 1141C. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET2305 License Preparation 3 credits
Prepares technicians for the first or secondclass radio-telephone operators’ license examination as administered by the Federal Communications Commission. Students who possess a valid FCC first or second-class license may arrange for Credit-by-Departmental Examination. Prerequisites: EET 1015C, 1025C, 1037, 1141C, 1142C; corequisite: EET 2101C. (4 hr. lecture)

Top

EET2305C Communications & Federal Communications Commission 4 credits
An analysis of the principles of radio wave transmission and reception.AM and FM transmitters, receivers, and single side-band, television and digital data transmission lines, wave propagation antennas, and microwaves are investigated. FCC licenses, laws, operating practices and broadcast station rules are reviewed. Prerequisites: EET 1015C, 1025C, 1037, 1141C, 1142C; Corequisite: EET 2101C. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET2351 Fundamentals of Digital and Data Communications 4 credits
This course is designed to give the electronics student a theoretical and practical background in the basic concepts and applications of Digital and Data Communications. Examples of topics covered are:A/D and D/A conversions; data communications codes and standards; modulation, transmission impairment, the telephone system, MODEMS, multiplexers, electrical interface standards including RS-232-C. There will be laboratory applications on most topics. Prerequisites: CET 2114C, 2205C. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EET2949 Co-op Work Experience 2: EET 3 credits
This course is designed to continue training in a student’s field of study through work experience. Students are grade on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer. Prerequisites: Co-op Department approval and completion of 1949 Co-op Work Experience. Students will be assigned specific course prefixes related to their academic major prior to registration.All students must contact the Cooperative Education office to obtain registration approval. (3 hr. lecture)

EST2122C Electrical Machinery/ Industrial Control Systems 4 credits
Analysis of different types of systems and associated electronic circuits encountered in the field of electric machinery and industrial controls. The concepts of open and closed loop systems, transducers, transformers, transmission and distribution systems will be presented. Analysis of systems and devices will include the calculation to determine parameters to accurately predict operation. Prerequisites: EET 1015C,1141C,1037.Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EST2224C Fiber Optic Communications 2 credits
Introduce fiber optic technology and theory and contrast fiber optic with other transmission media. Installation, troubleshooting, and termination of cable. Operation of fiber and copper tools. Selection of appropriate cable for different environmental and telemetric conditions. Use of single and multi-mode cable. Contrast fiber cable with copper cable. Contrast the channel capacity of a fiber cable with that of copper cable. Determine when each is appropriate.Transmission theory and wave guide, light refraction inside a fiber optic cable, multi-path limits to cable length within a fiber cable, frequency limits, and harmonic modes. Special fee. (1 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EST2436C Biomedical Instrumentation 1 3 credits
Students will acquire proficiency in biomedical equipment maintenance through classroom and laboratory environment and will gain familiarity with and learn to evaluate, calibrate, test, and perform basic troubleshooting on various types of biomedical equipment. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EST2438C Biomedical Instrumentation 2 3 credits
This course is intended to inform students about the theory and operation of instrumentation employed in the medical imaging field such as x-ray machines, CT scanners, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine and MRI. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETE2250C Instruments 1 3 credits
Pressure and temperature sensing and measurement; measuring and control elements; the use of standards and testing devices; the use and care of meters and test equipment; liquid level measurements and combination measurements of pressure, temperature, level and interaction. Laboratory fee. (1 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

Top

EVS2005 Water and Waste Systems 3 credits
The design, construction, operation, control management of water collection, purification and distribution systems: waste collection, disposal systems, and treatment plants. Prerequisites: ETC 2521, EVS 2233. A.S. degree credit only. (1 hr. lecture; 4 hr. lab)

EVS2006 Treatment Operations Processes 3 credits
The knowledge and skills to understand and perform the routine physical, chemical and biological operation for control of processes in water and waste water treatment and other pollution control. Prerequisites: ETC 2521, ETG 1213C.A.S. degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EVS2131 Water Treatment Plant Operations 1C 3 credits
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills are used in the understanding and operation of drinking water treatment plants. Topics covered include: water chemistry, microbiology water quality, water treatment, organization, reports, safety and certification. The course is required for those seeking Water Treatment Plant Operations “C” Certification in Florida. A.S. degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

EVS2132 Water Treatment Plant Operations 2C 3 credits
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills that are used in the understanding and operation of drinking water treatment plants.Topics include: plant maintenance, advanced water chemistry, chlorination, filtration, softening, corrosion control, fluoridation, taste and odor control, and distribution and laboratory tests. This course is required for those seeking Water Treatment Plant Operations “C” Certification in Florida. Prerequisite: EVS 2131 or equivalent. A.S.degree credit only. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

Top

ETM1102 Solar Energy Fundamentals 3 credits
Basic physical principles of solar energy and an overview of present and future solar applications. Topics include solar architecture, building heating/ cooling, hot water and pool heating, photovoltaic and comparative economics. (3 hr. lecture)

ETM1700 Air Conditioning Fundamentals 3 credits
The basic science of air conditioning technology, the fundamentals of air conditioning for environmental control, the function and operation of the equipment and the air conditioning design process. (3 hr. lecture)

ETM1710C Air Conditioning Load Analysis 3 credits
Detailed study and practical application of cooling and heating load calculations and analysis for residential and commercial buildings. Energy conservation techniques in building design and operation are also covered. Prerequisites: ETM 1700. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM1720C Air Conditioning Equipment 3 credits
Analysis of the refrigerant cycle and the machinery and equipment utilized for air conditioning. Function, selection and operation of components of the system are covered. Laboratory fee. Prerequisites: ETM 1700. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM2730C Air Distribution 3 credits
Intensive study and practical application of air distribution technology. Duct design, fans, low velocity, high velocity, and variable volume systems are included. Laboratory work includes duct design projects. Prerequisites: ETM 1700. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM2740C Air Conditioning Controls & Motors 3 credits
Air conditioning and refrigeration control devices and theory, operation and application are covered. Electric motor technology with practical application to air conditioning is also included. Prerequisite: ETM 1720C. Laboratory. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM2750C Air Conditioning Systems Design 3 credits
Design of residential and commercial environmental control systems utilizing unitary equipment. Prerequisite: ETM 1710C. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM2752C Air Conditioning Systems Design 3 credits
Advanced design of larger central built-up air conditioning systems.A complete design for a representative type of system will be produced. Prerequisite: ETM 1720C. Laboratory fee. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM2760C Heating & Refrigeration 3 credits
Study of environmental control heating system design, function, application and industrial refrigeration systems design for food preservation and processing are also covered. Laboratory includes design projects in these areas. Prerequisite: ETM 1720C. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

ETM2930 Air Conditioning Seminar 3 credits
A seminar for advanced students and those with experience in air conditioning engineering covering new concepts, equipment and advances in the technology of air conditioning. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson. (3 hr. lecture)

Top

ETI1421 Materials of Industry 3 credits
Processing of raw industrial materials including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, their mining through manufacturing, and the properties, specifications, and tolerances to which they are made.Additional topics in the exotic metals and plastic are covered. (3 hr. lecture)

ETI2121 Materials Testing 3 credits
Tests and techniques of testing and inspection, including the processes for the selection, specifying and testing of materials on the basis of balance between economy, quality and performance. Laboratory testing is performed. Prerequisite:MAC 1105.(2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

Top

ETG1513C Hydraulics and Pneumatics 3 credits
Fluid mechanics; the flow of water, air and oil; calibration of metering devices; pipe friction; elementary hydraulic tests; friction and energy loss, and devices for making fluid measurements. Laboratory experiments are performed. Prerequisite:MAC 1105.(2 hr. lecture; 2 hr lab)

ETG2502 Statics 3 credits
The application of dead and live loads to rigid bodies at rest, including the force and moment of laws of equilibrium, determination of the direction and intensity of reactions, moments and stress in the design of engineering and architectural structures. Prerequisite: MAC 1105. (3 hr. lecture)

ETG2530C Strength of Materials 3 credits
The elastic behavior of materials under tension, compression, direct shear, torsion, bending, and column action. Problems in analysis and design or of members under single and combined loading. Laboratory tests and demonstrations to illustrate the theory. Prerequisite: ETG 2502 or equivalent. (2 hr. lecture; 2 hr. lab)

Top

Microcomputer Service & Maintenance 1 (CET1171 and EEV0851)
This course is designed for students beginning the computer technician program for A+ Certification, as well as for every computer user who needs a basic understanding of computer hardware. Hands on classes focus on how computers work; disassembling, identifying, configuring and assembling the basic computer; installing Windows and using the command line; solving common problems; and performing basic hardware upgrades, repairs and system maintenance.   3 Credits.

Microcomputer Service & Maintenance 2 (CET1172c and EEV0852)
The continuation of the computer technician training program with emphasis on the configuration of computer memory, and system resources such as IRQ channels, I/O ports and DMA settings during the installation of hardware components. Students will assemble multimedia computers with CD-ROM drives, sound cards, pointing devices, and network cards; perform system upgrades; install device drivers; configure Windows devices; develop memory management skills; correct system errors; and perform system hardware diagnostics.   3 Credits.
Prerequisite: CET1171 or EEV0851

Microcomputer Service & Maintenance 3 (CET2176c and EEV0700)
This advanced course is intended to develop the student’s technical skills with Windows-based computers and covers the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of SCSI adapters and devices, printers, removable storage and backup devices; development of system building skills and pre-installation of Windows; use of advanced diagnostic tools and comprehensive hardware troubleshooting techniques; Internet access; component documentation; and technical support and service.   3 Credits.
Prerequisite: CET1172c or EEV0852

Microcomputer Networking & Maintenance 1 (CET1173c and EEV0701)
A beginning course in the construction, installation, configuring and interconnection of Windows network servers and workstations. Students will learn how to install and configure Windows NT and network interface cards, construct network cables and connectors, install network hubs and other network devices, and prepare the TCP/IP client. This is the first of two hardware-intensive courses designed for students training for the Network+ Certification.   3 Credits.
Prerequisite: CET1172c or EEV0852

Introduction to Electronics  (EET1082 and EEV0821)
Learn electronics by constructing practical electronic circuits. This survey course is suitable for both majors and non-majors and provides coverage of fundamental electronic concepts, including schematics, pictorials, amplifiers, oscillators, power supplies, radios, logic systems, digital circuits.   3 Credits.

A+ Certification Review (CET2930 and EEV0538)
A comprehensive review course designed to prepare the trained technician for the new A+ Certification Examination. This advanced course is designed to review and reinforce the student's technical knowledge acquired in previous courses or through on-the-job training. Coverage includes the Core Hardware Exam and the Operating System Technologies Exam. Lectures and practice examinations will review computer hardware and operating systems, focusing on the construction, installation, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing of microcomputer systems. This is a lecture-only course.  3 Credits.
Prerequisite: CET1172c or EEV0852

Top