ELRT 1004: Technical Skills 1

Description

This course introduces students to both passive and active electronic components. Basic analog and digital circuits and theory of operation are covered. The labs allow the students to master the use of electronic instruments and develop soldering/reworking skills. The labs also reinforce the concepts discussed in class with a hands-on approach and allow the students to gain significant experience with electrical instruments such as digital and analog multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generator, and benchtop variable power supply.

Credits

5.0

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe an understanding of electrical theory and the analysis of electrical circuits
Identify, select and properly utilize hand tools
Demonstrate the identification, selection, value determination, and utilization of components
Demonstrate ability to use components to design simple electronic circuits
Appropriately use engineering lab instruments (multimeter, oscilloscope, function generator, benchtop power supply, soldering station, and SMT rework station)
Demonstrate soldering skills, fabricating printed circuit boards, and selecting/installing components
Demonstrate schematic reading

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None

Hours

Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 125
Total Hours: 125

Instructional Strategies

Extensive workshop experience is provided to reinforce theoretical concepts, develop hand skills and achieve familiarity with a variety of electronic equipment and apparatus.

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F)

Passing grade

Evaluation Plan

Type	Percentage	Assessment activity
Assignments	30	3 Lab assignments
Quizzes/Tests	40	4 quizzes worth 10% each
Final Exam	30	Practical skills laboratory examination

Course topics

Familiarization of Electronic Components, Tools, and Equipment
Analog Electronic Lab
Electronic Circuits Lab
Digital electronic Lab

Learning resources

Electronic Fundamentals: A System Approach, Thomas Floyd and David Buchla

Notes:

Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.