This is the study of Direct Current (DC) theory and the fundamentals of series and parallel DC circuits. Emphasis is on the concept of electricity and its behavior with respect to conductors and electronic devices that are installed in electrical circuits. The study of alternating current (AC) circuits begins with the generation of sine wave, review of trigonometric functions and continues through resonance and filter circuits.
 

This is an introduction to the components of electronics, both passive and active. Subjects studied include power supplies, solid state components, frequency, resistance, capacitance, modulation, wave theory, testing devices and electronic systems.
 

Mechanical and electromagnetic control systems for both AC and DC systems will be studied. Ladder logic diagrams, starting and relay equipment used in control systems will be introduced.
 

The study of electrical current flow using wiring diagrams will be studied along with the electrical code that relates to this area of study.
 

Identifies the core objectives to take the CompTIA A+ Core exam. Computer hardware installation, configuration, upgrading, troubleshooting and maintaining personal computers are studied.
 

Gain experience with soldering, hand tools, components, color code, Ohm’s Law, and reading circuit diagrams. Work with ohmmeters, ammeters, voltmeters, power supplies, and other devices is included. This lab examines both DC and AC circuit characteristics.
 

Continuation of SD 150. Experience working with DOS and other software that allows programs to run on computers is introduced. Working with directories, files and DOS shell is studied. Printer operation and basic networking are discussed.
 

Continuation of SD 151. Included will be an emphasis on digital circuitry and components along with the study of semiconductors, integrated circuits, and projects relating to other courses during the semester.
 

Programmable logic control systems for the control of electrical components and equipment. Projects using solid state devices in commercial and industrial applications are completed.
 

This is a general review of electronic mathematics. Logarithms and trigonometric functions, use of an electronic calculator, and the solution of electronic problems are introduced.
 

This course will involve the study of DDC controls, HVAC terminology, EPA certification, and the basic study of Building Air Handling controlling and monitoring.
 

Control technicians are expected to use portable computers to identify structures, inventory changes in devices and structures, update inventory records, schedule work orders, and keep and analyze trouble call records. Students will use the software packages to perform these tasks on actual distribution and control systems in a controlled environment.
 

Emphasis is placed on the study of the concepts and language of controls to guide the technician on how to analyze and design control systems. Terminology, concepts, principles, procedures and computations used in the controls field are studied, including all phases of sensors and outputs.
 

The study of basic bus structures relating to industrial control systems will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on Profibus, Fieldbus, Modbus, and DeviceNet.
 

Fundamentals relating to basic electronics circuits will be covered in this course. The study of radio frequency communications begins with AM through FM. Basic microwave and satellite communication links will be studied.

SCADA software featuring the CITECT graphic software will be studied. Proper interfacing to PCs, RTUs, and PLCs will be covered to allow the proper operation of control circuits and for the collection of data in the system.
 

This course is designed to provide the programmer with the tools needed to create Visual Basic applications that conform to well-adopted Windows standards.
 

This course is designed to provide the programmer with the tools needed to create Visual Basic applications that conform to well-adopted Windows standards.
 

IEC-1131 is an international standard of the International Electrotechnical Commission. It specifies the syntax and semantics of a unified suite of programming languages for controllers. In this class, the study of ladder diagrams, function block diagrams, and sequential function charts will be studied.
 

The advanced study of any particular topic that may interest the student. Time will be spent on SCADA topics of the student’s choice, research into a particular area, small projects and class presentations.
 

Breakthroughs in communications and microprocessor technologies have made it possible for industry to automate control systems and aid in the collection of management data. Using RTUs and PLCs students will learn what components are used and how these systems work. Laboratory work will provide the student with the experiences in the identification, selection, and programming of equipment needed to make a fully operational SCADA system.
 

Covers the study of data cabling in local area networks. The student will learn the method for labeling, identifying, documenting, and testing needed to install a telecommunications infrastructure.
 

Explores data transmission. The starting point for this study is the personal computer and expands out to cover local area networks.
 

Continuation of SD 282. The world of data communication becomes the primary focus with emphasis on the Ethernet system used in the SCADA lab.