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Electrical & Electronics Technology Courses

E/ET 11
Commercial Electricity for HVAC

2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab, 26.25 hours Learning Center (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 202 or ECT 214.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU

Introduction to advanced commercial electricity for heating and air conditioning: High voltage single phase and three phase, transformers, capacitors, HVAC system controls, motor controls, HVAC electrical schematic diagrams, instrumentation, national codes and safety. 0946.00


E/ET 31
Introduction to DDC Hardware for Building Automation Systems

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Prerequisite: E/ET 202 and ECT 214.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Not open for credit to students who have completed or are currently enrolled in ECT 031.

Introduction to basic microprocessor/microcontroller operations: Analog and digital, input and output interfaces; microprocessor and microcontroller hardware and some simple process control software routines; introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). 0946.00


E/ET 33
Control Systems Networking for Building Automation

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Prerequisite: ECT 037 or E/ET 037.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Not open for credit to students who have completed or are currently enrolled in ECT 033.

Introduction to global and local communication networks: Emphasis on design, installation and troubleshooting for building control systems using direct digital control systems. 0946.00


E/ET 37
Introduction to PC Hardware and Software for Building Technicians

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Not open for credit to students who have completed or are currently enrolled in ECT 037.

Introduction to computer hardware and software: Practical computer skills, including computer components and functions; basics of Windows competency and file structure system; Excel, Visio and databases; Internet protocols and Ethernet cabling basics. 0946.00


E/ET 202
Fundamentals of Electricity for ECT

2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab, 26.25 hours Learning Center (GR or P/NP)
Prerequisite: ECT 214.
Introduction to basic concepts of electricity: Ohm’s law, power, electrical circuits, electrical diagrams, magnetism and electromagnetism, instruments and tools used in the industry, safety procedures, controls and motors. 0934.402


E/ET 203
Basic Electricity

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)

Introduction to basic concepts of electricity: Ohm’s law, power, electrical circuits, electrical diagrams, magnetism and electromagnetism, controls and motors, instruments and tools used in the industry and safety procedures. 0934.40


E/ET 204
Technical Mathematics for Electricians

3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)

Topics in mathematics with specific application to the Electrical/Electronics industry: Decimals and fractions, ratios and proportions, unit conversions, areas and volumes, application of algebraic equations in Ohm’s and Kirchoff’s Laws, solving for circuit resistance and reactances, relevant trigonomic functions, and use of graphs to represent and analyze data. 0934.40


E/ET 206
Cabling Technician

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 220.

Various kinds of cables used in the Telecommunication Industry: Emphasis on installation application of connectors 0934.30


E/ET 207A
National Electrical Code for Electricians I

3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 217 or E/ET 218.

Introduction to the first half of the current National Electrical Code: General wiring including “Wiring and Protection”, “Wiring Methods and Materials” and “Equipment for General Use”. 0934.40


E/ET 207B
National Electrical Code for Electricians II

3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 207A or E/ET 217.

Introduction to the second half of the National Electrical Code: ‘Special Occupancies’, Special Equipment’, ‘Special Conditions’, ‘Communications Systems’, and ‘Tables’. 0934.40


E/ET 208
Solar Photovoltaic Systems

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Corequisite: E/ET 203.

Intermediate revision of Photovoltaic Systems: Arrays, electrical power they generate, and their inclusion into the electrical system; power sources and energy storage techniques, and system attachment to structures, hands-on practice with Photovoltaic (PV) power generation and its present and future applications. 0934.40


E/ET 217
Residential House Wiring

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Corequisite: E/ET 203.

Safely wiring a single-family dwelling as per the National Electrical Code using laboratory mock-up walls: Lighting and appliance branch circuits, special purpose outlets, service-entrance calculations, and grounding; project estimating and pricing. 0934.403


E/ET 218
Commercial Electrical Wiring

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Prerequisite: E/ET 203.
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 217.

Commercial electrical wiring: Emphasis on safety and branch circuit requirements and installation for both power and lighting; main electrical services and calculations, grounding, fault current, transformers and motors(both single and threephase), and motor controls. 0934.40


E/ET 220
Electronics and Semiconductors

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 203.

Introduction to basic concepts of electronics and electronic devices: Semiconductor theory, semiconductor devices including diodes, transistors, thyristors, and analog and digital integrated circuits, linear and digital electronic circuits. Computer simulation lab. 0924.00


E/ET 221
Motors and Drives

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 203.

Introduction to the application of motors and drives used in commercial and industrial refrigeration, air conditioning, heating and ventilation: Different types of motors and drives and their applications, including electric and magnetic (VFD) variable frequency drives for improved efficiency control and energy savings. 0934.40


E/ET 222
Photovoltaic NABCEP Test Preparation

2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 208.

Preparation for NABCEP certification exam: Comprehension and application of key terms and concepts of photovoltaic (solar electric) system operation. 0934.40


E/ET 223
CAL-OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Training for Electrical & Electronics Technology

2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)

CAL-OSHA 30-hour training: Industry Standards for regulations covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards for the Construction Industry 29 CFR 1926. 0934.40


E/ET 224
Security and Fire Alarm Systems

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 203.

Introduction to Security and Fire Alarm systems: Security and Fire Alarm systems design, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting 0934.40


E/ET 225
Audio & Video Technology

3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 52.5 hours Learning Center (GR)
Recommended Preparation: E/ET 203.

Introduction to Sound and Communication Industry: Electrical code, system wiring methods, fastening devices, electrical conductors, circuits, voltage and data communication, and system devices. 0934.40