Electronics Technology

PURPOSE

The Electronics Technology program is designed to provide theoretical instruction and practical experiences necessary to prepare students for entry-level employment as an Electronics Technician. Through a combination of classroom studies and simulated experiences in a state-of-the-art lab, students will have the opportunity to develop skills necessary to assemble, install, and repair electronic products, components, and equipment.

COURSE OF STUDY

The curriculum for the Electronics Technology program is based upon competencies identified in the International Electronics Common Core Blueprint (Revision 8, 1992-2007). Upon completion of the twelve-month Common Core curriculum, the student will be administered the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) exams for Basic Electronics Certification and FCC licensure. Upon attainment of Basic Electronics Certification and or FCC licensure, the student may continue advanced studies in these eight specialties for an additional eight months.

PLC Technician	Biomedical Technician
Security Alarm Technician	Telecommunication Technician
Car Stereo Technician	Satellite Cable Technician
TV and Radio Technician	Electronics Customer Service

Upon completion of the eight -month specialty curriculums, the student may be administered the ETA exam for a Certified Alarm Security, Biomedical Technician, Customer Service and or Certified Satellite Installer licensure.

Program Requirements:

In order to be successful in the Electronics Technology program, the student should:

Be able to read and understand technical writing and enjoy technical tasks
Enjoy math and possess basic mathematical skills
Possess good eyesight and normal color vision
Possess a mechanical aptitude
Exhibit effective customer relation and communication skills
Be able to work at heights or in confined spaces

Hands on practical exams:

A description of the eleven different task: Soldering, Series Circuit, Series-parallel circuit, Series resonance, Diodes, Bridge rectifier, RC coupled amplifier, Silicon Control rectifier, 4-bit comparator, Circuit construction using a bread board, and the 8085 microprocessor.

Program Objectives for Common Core and Certified Electronics Technician:

Upon successful completion of the Common Core course, the student should be able to:

Demonstrate safe work practices in the performance of related tasks
Use shop tools, materials, test equipment and proper techniques in the troubleshooting, installation, and repair of electronic equipment and control systems
Use, test, select, and troubleshoot passive electronic components
Use, test, select, and troubleshoot active electronics components
Program and interface simple microprocessor based systems
Connect and operate a personal computer system
Use, maintain and produce technical documents appropriate to the project
To obtain Basic Electronics, FCC, and CET licensure.

Program Objectives of Service Technicians for Specialty Certificates 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8:

Upon successful completion of the Consumer Electronics: Television, Video and Radio; Satellite Antenna Installer; Alarm-Security and Surveillance; Telecommunications-Telephone, Video, and Computer Data; Customer Service Specialist; Biomedical; Car Stereoo; and PLC Technician course of study, the student should be able to:

Understand basic concepts of data, voice, and video transmissions.
Plan, install, and maintain telephone switching systems, cable and satellite television and Internet signals.
Install, troubleshoot and repair analog and digital communications systems.
Ensure the integrity and quality of telecommunication systems, equipment, or connection links through testing and analysis of test results
Understand television and related video concepts and audio circuit operation.
Demonstrate basic television and video systems troubleshooting and repair techniques
Advanced Burglar alarm training
Electronic access control
Fire alarm installation methods
Understand alarm systems
Project planning
System Installation
System testing and Commissioning
Install a satellite antenna
Install Cable TV
Assemble maintain and repair medical equipment as needed
Communicate effectively with all levels of hospital personnel
Meet health and human services as well as environmental health and safety requirements
Identify the components that make up a car audio system and describe their function
Understand the proper way to wire and install the audio Head Unit.
Design an audio system by laying out all audio devices in a functional way
Install the audio system by measuring the proper amounts of wire and connecting the devices together correctly.
Operate an industry standard PLC
Use the software for PLC programming a special software known as a ladder diagram, based on Boolean logic functions
Determine the size of the PLC, one of the factors to control a process
Change the PLC mode and transfer files to and from the PLC
RSLogix Familiarization
APS Familiarization
PLC labs: traffic light, elevator control, security system, amusement ride and power management

Cost of Instruction:

Students will be assessed a Maintenance Fee and Technology Access Fee each Trimester. The current fees for a full-time student are $723.00 per trimester. Other costs are identified in the chart below:
FIRST TRIMESTER

TUITION	$723.00	Due first day of class
BOOKS	$306.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Multimeter (not available at TTCN)	$130.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Calculator TI 36 (not available at TTCN)	$25.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Safety Glasses (not available at TTCN)	$10.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Total	$1194.00

SECOND TRIMESTER

TUITION	$723.00	Due first day of class
BOOKS	$232.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Total	$955.00

THIRD TRIMESTER

TUITION	$723.00	Due first day of class
BOOKS	$114.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Total	$837.00

FOURTH TRIMESTER

TUITION	$723.00	Due first day of class
BOOKS & Exams	$990.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Total	$1713.00

FIFTH TRIMESTER

TUITION	$686.00	Due first day of class
BOOKS	$435.00 (approximate)	Due first day of class
Total	$1158.00

Total Estimated Cost

Total

$5857.00

Please contact Cara Suhr, Financial Aid Coordinator CSuhr@ttcnashville.edu - regarding Financial Aid eligibility

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Almost everything we use at work, home or school relies upon electronics. Products may come and go, but the basics of electricity and electronics will never become obsolete. Electronics Technology is the “core technology” for almost any job in technology today.

Completion Awards:

Upon demonstration of competencies required for a specific job title, students may receive an award as identified below:

The Electronics Assembler Certificate prepares the student to Assemble or modify electrical or electronic equipment, such as computers, test equipment, telemetering systems, electric motors and batteries. The certificate also provides the fundamentals for more advanced studies.
The Electronics Tester Certificate prepares the student to inspect and test electrical and electronic systems using precision measuring equipment. Test and measures finished products; reads dials and meters; analyzes and interprets blueprints; marks items for acceptance or rejection; computes and calculates; installs or connects new parts; reviews records to ensure equipment functions properly. Also provides the fundamentals for more advanced studies
The Electronics Technician Apprentice Diploma prepares the student to lay out, build test, troubleshoot, repair and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics.
The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 1: a Consumer Service Technician (Television, Video and Radio) prepares the student to repair and adjust radios and television receivers, using handtools and electronic testing instruments: Tunes receiver on all channels and observes audio and video characteristic to locate source of trouble. Adjust controls to obtain desired density, linearity, focus, and size of picture. Examines chassis for defects. Tests voltages and resistances of circuits to isolate defect, following schematic diagram and using voltmeter, oscilloscope, signal generator, and other electronic testing instruments. Test and change tubes. Solder loose connections and repair or replace defective parts, using handtools and soldering iron. Repair radios and other audio equipment. May install home entertainment centers.
The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 2: a Commercial Service Technician (Alarm – Security and Surveillance Technician) Inspects, repairs, and replaces electrical protective-signaling systems, such as burglar alarms: Examines signaling installation to ensure sound connections and unbroken insulation. Tests circuits, following wiring specifications, using electrical testing devices, such as ohmmeter or voltmeter. Tightens loose connections and disconnects and replaces defective parts and wiring, using electrician's handtools. Adjusts controls to test operation of signaling units on subscriber premises and transmission of signals to central station and police and fire departments. Recommends new installation or modification of existing equipment to meet subscriber needs. May install equipment [PROTECTIVE-SIGNAL INSTALLER (business ser.) 822.361-018]. Usually is required to possess identification card issued by local authorities, The Tennessee Alarm Systems Contractors Board. You must be of good moral character. This program also prepares the student for the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) Certified Satellite Installer certification.
The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 3: a Telecommunications Service Technician (Telephone, Video and Computer Data) analyzes and repairs defects in communication equipment, such as telephone switchboards, teletypewriters, and mobile radiophones on customers' premises: Tests equipment to locate malfunctions, using circuit diagrams, polar probes, meters, and telephone test set. Isolates and analyzes malfunction to determine method of repair, according to knowledge of equipment and test readings. Repairs or replaces defective equipment, using handtools, soldering iron, or wire wrap gun. Retests equipment to verify completeness of repair. May install equipment [PRIVATE-BRANCH-EXCHANGE INSTALLER (tel. & tel.)].
The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 4: a Satellite Dish Installer Service Technician (Antenna Installers, Master Antenna Technicians, Satellite Dish Installer) Installs antennas for radio or television receiving sets: Sets up wooden or metal mast and secures in place with guy wires and base plate, using handtools. Attaches single dipole antenna to mast for FM radio reception or antenna composed of several directors plus dipole antenna and reflector for television reception. Positions antenna with directors toward station transmitters or toward reflection point to obtain optimum signal. Attaches lead-in wire to dipole antenna and other end to set. May install lightning arrester on lead-in wire. Installs, tests, and repairs antennas and related equipment that receive communication satellite signals, following specifications and using handtools and test instruments: Reviews installation specifications, building permit, manufacturer's instructions, and government ordinances to determine installation site for antenna. Measures distance from landmarks to identify exact site location. Visually inspects installation site to identify obstructions, such as trees or buildings, that could distort or block microwave signals from satellite. Discusses site location and construction requirements with customer. Digs hole for footing to support antenna base, using gasoline-powered auger, posthole digger, or shovel. Assembles and installs prefabricated form in hole to cast concrete base, using handtools, plumb rule, and level, following specifications. Mixes, pours, and finishes concrete, using concrete mixer, trowel, and float. Inserts pedestal mounting bolts in wet concrete. Digs trench and lays underground cable to connect antenna base to source of power in customer's building. Attaches antenna base to footing after concrete dries, using handtools. Assembles and attaches electronic and structural components of antenna, with co-worker, applying knowledge of electronics and electricity, following installation guidelines, and using handtools. Attaches antenna to base, using nuts, bolts, and handtools. Climbs ladder to install antenna when area is inaccessible from ground. Orients antenna to direction and altitude of communication satellite, using surveying instruments and following charts of satellite position. Solders connections to electronic controls, using soldering gun and wire cutters. Connects antenna and television set to signal converter control box, using handtools. Tests installed system for conformance to specifications, using test equipment, such as multimeters and oscilloscope. Observes picture on television screen to evaluate reception. Instructs customer in use of equipment. Replaces or repairs defective parts, using handtools and test equipment. May construct pole or roof mounts for antenna base, using carpenter's tools. May reinforce roof of building to provide secure installation site, using carpenter's tools. May install antennas and related equipment to receive satellite signals for such purposes as telephone, telex, facsimile, data, or radio communication. This program also prepares the student for the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) Certified Satellite Installer certification.
The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 5: a Certified Customer Service Specialist CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE alternate titles: adjustment clerk; application clerk; order clerk; outside contact clerk; service representative Interviews applicants and records interview information into computer for water, gas, electric, telephone, or cable television system service: Talks with customers by phone or in person and receives orders for installation, turn-on, discontinuance, or change in service. Fills out contract forms, determines charges for service requested, collects deposits, prepares change of address records, and issues discontinuance orders, using computer. May solicit sale of new or additional services. May adjust complaints concerning billing or service rendered, referring complaints of service failures, such as low voltage or low pressure, to designated departments for investigation. May visit customers at their place of residence to investigate conditions preventing completion of service-connection orders and to obtain contract and deposit when service is being used without contract. May discuss cable television equipment operation with customer over telephone to explain equipment usage and to troubleshoot equipment problems. This program also prepares the student for the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) Certified Customer Service Specialist certification.
The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 6: a Biomedical Service Technician MEDICAL-EQUIPMENT REPAIRER alternate titles: durable medical equipment repairer; wheelchair repairer Repairs medical equipment, such as manual or powered wheelchairs, hospital beds, and suction equipment, using knowledge of equipment function and handtools: Test operates and examines malfunctioning equipment to determine cause of malfunction. Disassembles and inspects equipment to locate defective components, such as motors, valves, and electrical controls, using test instruments and handtools. Integrate principles including electronics, micro-controller, computer, chemical, biology, medicine, health and technology in the repair of medical equipment, and rehabilitation and health improvement devices. Replaces defective parts, and solders, tightens, and aligns parts which have become loose or out of adjustment, using handtools and soldering iron. Cleans, lubricates, and polishes equipment components to restore surface, using solvent, polish, rags, and grease gun. Test operates unit to ensure equipment functions according to manufacturer's specifications. Occasionally installs modified parts, such as respirator equipment or foot rest, onto wheelchairs, according to customer specification, and fills parts orders from customers. This program also prepares the student for the Electronics Technician Association (ETA) Biomedical Technician certification.

10. The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 7: a Car Stereo Installer. Confers with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions. Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers. Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters. Install equipment and accessories such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems. Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation, communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles. Replace and clean electrical or electronic components. Run new speaker and electrical cables. Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures and equipment. Build fiberglass or wooden enclosures for sound components, and fit them to automobile dimensions. Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor charges.

11. The Electronics Technician Certificate Specialty 8: a PLC Technician. This program prepares you to work in the rapidly expanding field of electronic automation and control. Electronic automation in industry is providing jobs for technically trained people who can build, program, integrate, service, maintain and operate Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The PLC program will provide the basic technical skills and knowledge necessary to work with electrical control systems typically found in an industrial electronic environment. PLC Technicians install and repair electronic equipment including I/O networks, data highways, variable speed drives and process control equipment, and write PLC programs for a wide variety of automated control systems, ranging from simple on-off control to robotics. PLC Technicians also find employment in the engineering field where they are actively involved in the design and implementation of PLC control systems.

JOB TITLE	AWARD	DOT #	HOURS	Exit TRIMESTER
1. Electronics Assembler	Certificate	726.684-018	432	1
2. Electronics Tester	Certificate	726.684-026	864	2
3. Electronics Technician Common Core Apprentice	Diploma ETA EXAM AST 101	828.261-026	1296	3
4. Consumer: Service Technician: Television, Video and Radio	Specialty Certificate: 1	720.281-018	1728	4
5. Commercial Service Technician: Alarm, Security and Surveillance	Specialty Certificate: 2 ETA EXAM CAST 101	822.361-022	2160	5
6. Telecommunications Service Technician: Telephone, Video, and Computer Data	Specialty Certificate: 3	822.821-022	2160	5
7. Satellite Antenna Installer Service Technician: Dish aiming principles, Satellite Master Antenna TV, Towers, Building Entry	Specialty Certificate: 4 ETA EXAM CS 1101	823.261-022	1728	4
Certified Customer Service Specialist: Team work, Company loyalty, Economics of electronics, Customer relations problems	Specialty Certificate: 5 ETA EXAM CSS 100	239.362-014	2160	5
Biomedical Service Technician: Electrical Safety, EKG, EEG, Shock hazards, X-ray equipment, defibrillators and myographs	Specialty Certificate: 6 ETA EXAM BIO 197	639.281-022	2160	5
Automotive Audio Systems Car audio basics, Component functions, Head Unit installations	Specialty Certificate: 7	49-2096-00	1728	4
PLC Technician PLC’s RSLogix files Ladder Diagrams Boolean Algebra	Specialty Certificate: 8	49-2094-00	1728	4

If the ETA examinee is unsuccessful, a free retest should be scheduled after waiting 30 days.

Course Number	Course Outline	Clock Hours
	FIRST TRIMESTER (Assembler)
T-ELTT-0025	Orientation & Safety	12
T- ELTT -1100	Direct Current	150
T-ELTT -1160	Soldering and Assembly Technique	30
T- ELTT -1104	Alternating Current I	150
T- ELTT -1191	Elective (Applied Math I)	90
	SECOND TRIMESTER (Tester)
T- ELTT -1108	Alternating Current II	60
T- ELTT -1120	Analog Electronics	250
T- ELTT -1124	Digital Electronics I	32
T- ELTT -1192	Elective (Applied Math II)	90
	THIRD TRIMESTER (Apprentice)
T- ELTT -1128	Digital Electronics II	174
T- ELTT -1150	Microprocessing	30
T- ELTT -1170	Technical Writing	24
T- ELTT -1180	Professional Development	24
T- ELTT -1140	Computer Concepts	90
T- ELTT -1193	Elective (Exit Exam GROL)	42
T- ELTT -1194	Elective (Exit Exam Associate CET)	42
T- ELTT -1195	Elective (Practicles – Hands On Labs)	6
	4TH TRIMESTER (Specialty 1,2, 7 and 8)
T- ELTT -1200	Basic TV and Video Servicing	42
T- ELTT -1201	Signal Processing	78
T- ELTT –1202	Radio Frequency Communication	54
T- ELTT –1203	Fiber Optics	60
T- ELTT –1204	Basic Microwaves	60
T- ELTT –1300	Satellite Antenna Installer	60
T- ELTT –1800	Automotive Audio Installer	18
T- ELTT –1900	PLC’ s	60
	FIFTH TRIMESTER (Specialty 3,4 ,5 and 6)
T- ELTT –1400	Applied Security Devices and Circuits	30
T- ELTT –1401	Electronics Surveillance Devices	30
T- ELTT –1402	Bank and Security Systems Design	20
T- ELTT –1403	Construction Site Security	30
T- ELTT –1404	Perimeter Site Security	30
T- ELTT –1405	Exit Exam Certified Alarm – Surveillance	42
T- ELTT –1500	Telephone Installation	30
T- ELTT -1501	Cables and Connectors	30
T- ELTT -1502	Telecommunications	40
T-ELTT 1600	Certified Customer Service Specialist	30
T-ELTT 1700	Biomedical	120
	TOTAL	2160