Industrial Electronic Technology

Classes

AUT 138 : Principles of Industrial Mechanics

This course provides instruction in basic physics concepts applicable to mechanics of industrial production equipment. Topics include the basic application of mechanical principles with emphasis on power transmission, specific mechanical components, alignment, and tension. Upon completion, students will be able to perform basic troubleshooting, repair and maintenance functions on industrial production equipment. 

Credits

3

ILT 100 : Applied Electronic Computation

This course is an applied mathematics and algebra course for students in electronics or similar programs. Topics include decimals, fractions, negative numbers, powers and roots, the metric systems, logarithms, applied trigonometry and algebra. Upon completion of this course a student will be able to perform applied mathematics calculations needed in Electronics.

Credits

3

ILT 102 : Industrial Automation

This course emphasizes automated control systems. Topics include robotics, programmable logic controllers, variable-speed drives, sensors, hydraulic and pneumatic and related control circuitry with emphasis on troubleshooting the total system. Hands on laboratory exercises are provided to program and troubleshoot robotics, programmable logic controllers, variable-speed drives, human machine interface, hydraulic and pneumatic, and sensors on an automation system. Upon completion, students should be able to apply principles of automated control systems.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 139 : Introduction to Robotic Programming

This course provides an introduction robotic programming. Emphasis is placed on but not limited to the following: Safety, motion programming, creating and editing programs, I/O instructions, macros, program and file storage. Upon completion the student will be able to safely perform basic functions in the work cell as well as program a robot to perform simple functions.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As determined by college

ILT 160 : DC Fundamentals

This course is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of basic direct current (DC) electrical principals. Topics include safety, basic atomic structure and theory, magnetism, conductors, insulators, use of Ohm’s law to solve voltage, current, and resistance, electrical sources, power, inductors, and capacitors. Students will perform lockout/tagout procedures, troubleshoot circuits and analyze series, parallel, and combination DC Circuits using the electrical laws and basic testing equipment to determine unknown electrical quantities. As needed.

Credits

3

ILT 161 : AC Fundamentals

This course is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of basic alternating current (AC) electrical principals. Topics include basic concepts of electricity, electrical components, basic circuits, measurement instruments, the laws of alternating current, and electrical safety with lockout procedures. Hands on laboratory exercises are provided to analyze various series, parallel, and combination alternating current circuit configurations containing resistors, inductors, and capacitors. Upon course completion, students will be able to describe and explain alternating current circuit fundamentals such as RLC Circuits, impedance, phase relationships, and power factors. They should also be able to perform fundamental tasks associated with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial AC systems. As needed.

Credits

3

ILT 162 : Solid State Fundamentals

This course provides instruction in basic solid state theory beginning with atomic structure and including devices such as diodes, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, amplifiers, transistors, operational amplifiers, oscillator, and power supply circuits. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of solid-state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis and the use of test equipment of diagnose, troubleshoot and repair a typical solid-state device circuits. This course also provides the opportunity for students to apply the solid-state principals and theories learned in class in the laboratory setting. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of solid-state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis and the use of test equipment to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair atypical solid-state device circuits. As needed.

Credits

3

ILT 163 : Digital Fundamentals

This course provides instruction on basic logic gates, flip-flops, registers, counters, microprocessor/computer fundamentals, analog to digital conversion, and digital analog conversion. Emphasis is placed on number systems, Boolean algebra, combination logic circuits, sequential logic circuits, and typical microprocessor data manipulation and storage. This course also has an embedded lab with exercises designed to develop skills required by industry. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze digital circuits, draw timing diagrams, determine output of combinational and sequential logic circuits and diagnose and troubleshoot electronic components as well as demonstrate knowledge of microprocessor and computer circuits. CORE. As needed.

Credits

3

ILT 164 : Circuit Fabrication I

This course provides instruction in fabrication of functional circuits and is an introduction to device construction and fabrication. Utilizing discrete components, students will fabricate functional circuits. Topics include soldering, cable construction, coaxial cable connection and termination, component mounting, cases, and chassis, printed circuit board design, layout, fabrication, and repair, as well as soldering techniques, care of tools, wire splicing, wire wrapping, connector maintenance, and related shop safety. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic circuit and project construction.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

As determined by college

ILT 192 : Co-op in ILT

These courses provide students with relevant work experience in business/industry. Emphasis is placed on production in a work setting. Upon completion, students should be able to identify job responsibilities and to demonstrate skills necessary for entry level employment.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 193 : Co-op in ILT

These courses provide students with relevant work experience in business/industry. Emphasis is placed on production in a work setting. Upon completion, students should be able to identify job responsibilities and to demonstrate skills necessary for entry level employment.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 194 : Intro. to Programmable Logic Controllers

This course provides an introduction to programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to, the following: PLC hardware and software, numbering systems, installation, and programming. Upon completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing, loading, debugging, and optimizing PLC programs.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As determined by college

ILT 195 : Troubleshooting Techniques I

This course focuses on the systematic approach to solving problems. Emphasis is placed on the instrument failures and their interaction with process downtime. Upon completion, students will be able to solve problems on a process simulator or in an actual setting.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As determined by college

ILT 196 : Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers

This course includes the advanced principals of PLC’s including hardware, programming, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced working programs, and troubleshooting hardware and software communication problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate their ability in developing programs and troubleshooting the system.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As determined by college

ILT 197 : Motor Controls I

This course is a study of the construction, operating characteristics, and installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on the control of three phase AC motors. This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload protection, pushbutton stations, multiple control stations, two wire control, three wire control, jogging control, sequence control, and ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of motor starters, overload protection, interpret ladder diagrams using pushbutton stations and understand complex motor control diagrams.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 199 : MSSC Safety Course

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to safety in a manufacturing environment. Topics covered include:

  • Work in a safe and productive manufacturing workplace
  • Perform safety and environmental inspections
  • Perform emergency drills and participate in emergency teams
  • Identify unsafe conditions and take corrective action
  • Provide safety orientation for all employees
  • Train personnel to use equipment safely
  • Suggest process and procedures that support safety of work environment
  • Fulfill safety and health requirements for maintenance, installation and repair
  • Monitor safe equipment and operator performance
  • Utilize effective, safety-enhancing workplace practices

As Needed

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As determined by college

ILT 203 : Biomedical Electronics I

This course includes the technical information necessary in learning to repair biomedical equipment. Topics include: the human body, electrodes and transducers, bioelectric amplifiers, physiological pressure measurements, and electrical and patient safety. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to describe the operation of various circuits and systems commonly found in biomedical equipment.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 210 : Mechatronics

This course covers the components that make up a mechatronics system. Students will learn the functions of the electrical components, electrical drives and mechanical components and the roles that they play in the system. The student is also introduced to basic PLC networking with Ethernet-type devices. Students will also be introduced to other types of networking protocols and network security. Students gain knowledge in the selection of PLC equipment used to control mechatronics systems. By understanding the complete system, students will learn and apply troubleshooting strategies to identify, localize and (where possible) to correct malfunctions.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 218 : Industrial Robotics Concepts

This course provides instruction in concepts and theories for the operation of robotic servo motors and power systems used with industrial robotic equipment. Emphasis is on the application of the computer to control power systems to perform work. Student competencies include understanding of the functions of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power system components, ability to read and interpret circuitry for proper troubleshooting and ability to perform preventative maintenance.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 240 : Sensors Technology and Applications

This course provides a study of industrial electronic sensors. Topics include, but are not limited to, photo-electric, temperature, gas and humidity, pressure and strain sensors. The lab enables students to test, and troubleshoot electronic sensors and sensor circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to select, install, test, and troubleshoot industrial electronic sensors.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As determined by college

Corequisites

 As determined by college.

ILT 289 : Cooperative Education

This course provides students work experience with a college-approved employer in an area directly related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom experiences with work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 290 : Cooperative Education

This course provides students work experience with a college-approved employer in an area directly related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom experiences with work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 291 : Cooperative Education

This course provides students work experience with a college-approved employer in an area directly related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom experiences with work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ILT 292 : Cooperative Education

This course provides students work experience with a college-approved employer in an area directly related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom experiences with work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program