PROGRAM INFORMATION
This program trains future instrumentation technicians. Students learn methods of producing, transmitting, and distributing electrical power. Students gain experience with industry relevant equipment in a hands-on environment. Graduates have the necessary skills to troubleshoot and maintain sophisticated electronic equipment used in modern industrial facilities. A wide range of course offerings make graduates marketable to a variety of industries.

The Industrial Electronics program offers the associate degree and four certificate options. Credit for courses in the certificates also can be applied toward the associate degree.

• SCHEDULING AND ENTRY OPTIONS
  
• DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
  
• RELATED CERTIFICATE(S)

SCHEDULING AND ENTRY OPTIONS
Day and evening classes are available. Although major courses begin in the Fall Semester, students may enter any term. Fulltime students usually complete requirements in five terms. Part-time students, day or evening, should allow nine to eleven consecutive terms to earn the degree. General Education course requirements can be completed at any time during the program. Courses can be completed in any order subject to the completion of course prerequisites. Credit for courses taken prior to entering the program requires department head approval.

DEGREE:
Associate in Applied Science
Major: Industrial Electronics Technology
Graduation Credits Required: 77

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:
General Education: 15 Semester Credit Hours

NOTE: See also “General Education Course Requirements/Substitutions”

Required Program Courses:
56 Semester Credit Hours

EEM 107 Industrial Computer Techniques - 2 credits
EEM 111 DC Analysis - 3 credits
EEM 112 AC Analysis - 3 credits
EEM 115 DC Circuits - 4 credits
EEM 116 AC Circuits - 4 credits
EEM 131 Solid-State Devices - 4 credits
EEM 151 Motor Controls I - 4 credits
EEM 152 Motor Controls II - 4 credits
EEM 161 Industrial Instruments - 4 credits
EEM 171 Electrical Installation/Electrical Code - 4 credits
EEM 200 Semiconductor Devices - 4 credits
EEM 217 AC/DC Machines with Electrical Codes - 4 credits
EEM 230 Digital Electronics - 4 credits
EEM 250 Programmable Logic Controllers - 4 credits
EEM 274 Technical Systems Troubleshooting - 4 credits

Elective Program Courses:
0 Semester Credit Hours

General Elective:
6 Semester Credit Hours

Also see COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

CERTIFICATE:
Controls Equipment
Graduation Credits Required: 39

DESCRIPTION
This certificate is designed to meet local industry needs centered on a more detailed examination of motor controls and the associated hardware and software needed to control processes in a manufacturing environment.

REQUIREMENTS
Required Program Courses: 39 Semester Credit Hours

EEM 111 DC Analysis - 3 credits
EEM 112 AC Analysis - 3 credits
EEM 115 DC Circuits - 4 credits
EEM 116 AC Circuits - 4 credits
EEM 151 Motor Controls I - 4 credits
EEM 217 AC/DC Machines with Electrical Codes - 4 credits
IMT 102 Industrial Safety - 2 credits
IMT 111 Industrial Tools - 5 credits

CERTIFICATE:
Electrical Power and Controls II
Graduation Credits Required: 24 credits

DESCRIPTION
This certificate program is a continuation of the Electrical Power and Controls I. It will prepare a student to work with more sophisticated controls equipment including programmable logic controllers and instrumentation controllers. The student will further develop systems level troubleshooting skills.

REQUIREMENTS
Required Program Courses: 24 Semester Credit Hours

CERTIFICATE:
Utility Service Technician
Graduation Credits Required: 8 credits

DESCRIPTION
This certificate is designed for technicians who desire the entry-level skills sought by utility companies that use poles for offering service. Electrical companies, communications companies, and cable service companies are particularly interested in individuals that have some training in pole climbing. Students will complete the certificate in one semester.

REQUIREMENTS
Required Program Courses: 8 Semester Credit Hours