EGR 131 Introduction to Electronics Technology

Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2

This course introduces the basic skills required for electrical/electronics technicians. Topics include soldering/desoldering, safety and sustainability practices, test equipment, scientific calculators, AWG wire table, the resistor color code, electronic devices, problem solving, and use of hand tools. Upon completion, students should be able to solder/desolder, operate test equipment, apply problem-solving techniques, and use a scientific calculator.

Course is typically offered in Fall.
Course has transfer restrictions - 20 years

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Ascertain a resistor’s value using the color code value without use of a reference.
Determine the resistance per foot of a given gauge of wire from the AWG wire table in a written report.
Calculate Ohm’s Law in a DC circuit using a scientific calculator.
Document basic AC circuit measurements using an oscilloscope in a lab setting.
Demonstrate the soldering process in a lab setting.
Measure current and voltage with a Digital Multimeter in a technical lab setting.