Electronics Technology Automated Systems - Northland Community and Technical College

Electronics Technology Automated Systems from Northland Community and Technical College is a Campus Associate Electrical Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Description This program prepares students for technician level positions in business and industry such as: Electronics Sales and Support, Electronics Technician, Controls Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Robotic Technician, Quality Technician, Technical Lead, Systems Integration, or Manufacturing Engineering Technician. Students will receive a diversified education in Automated Systems specializing in electronics . In the second year, students will gain further technical knowledge from advanced coursework that focuses on complete systems . Students will be able to select elective courses to fit their desired niche in business and industry. Employment Outlook & Opportunities Employment opportunities are present in the electronics industry. Electronic support technicians are being used by industry to provide support to engineers in the design of electronic products. Technicians may enter the manufacturing arena and do repair and installation of electronic equipment. Program Learner Outcomes 1. Student will use Microsoft Office Programs efficiently. 2. Student will author professional level technical reports and documents. 3. Student will use algebra to calculate various values. 4. Student will analyze and measure the parameters of resistive, inductive and capacitive series, parallel, and series parallel circuits. 5. Student will be able to use the various connectors, tools and equipment for assembly of cables and circuits. 6. Student will analyze and measure the parameters of solid state transistors, power supplies, and amplifier circuits. 7. Student will program and interface microcontrollers with external devices such as motors, displays, and various integrated circuits. 8. Students will analyze and verify the operation of digital logic gates, memory circuits, and interface circuits. 9. Students will be able make accurate measurements using rules, calipers, and micrometers. 10. Students will be able to create accurate mechanical drawings with 3D modeling software. 11. Students will be able to specify and troubleshoot circuits used for control of electric motors. 12. Students will be able to interpret electric, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics accurately. 13. Student will describe a basic robotic system accurately. 14. Student will proficiently troubleshoot, integrate, and program PLC systems. 15. Student will be able to apply various sensing devices for position, temperature, and weight. 16. Student will know how to troubleshoot basic pneumatic and hydraulic systems . 17. Students will understand the foundation of individual electronic components and how they are combined into entire systems. 18. Students will be able to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems used in automated equipment. View more details on Northland Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Electrical Engineering courses.