ELC 126 Electrical Computations

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course introduces the fundamental applications of mathematics which are used by an electrical/electronics technician. Topics include whole numbers, fractions, decimals, powers, roots, simple electrical formulas, and usage of a scientific calculator. Upon completion, students should be able to solve simple electrical mathematical problems.

Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Apply basic mathematical computations (fractions, decimals) on written exams with 70% or better accuracy.
Apply basic mathematical principles (associative, distributive, additive) on written exam with 70% accuracy or better.
Calculate electrical formulas using calculator with 70% accuracy or better.
Calculate electrical formulas using mathematical software with 90% accuracy or better.