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Electrical and Electronic Systems Technology Service Management — Columbia

EEST410A — Associate of Applied Science Degree Program

CIP Code: 46.0302

SOC Code: 47-2111

Day and Evening Programs

Total Semester Credit Hours 63.0
Instructional Hours 1395
Weeks to Complete — Day Approximately 92 weeks (including holidays and scheduled breaks)
Weeks to Complete — Evening Approximately 92 weeks (including holidays and scheduled breaks)

Program Objective

This program is designed to provide the essential skills and knowledge for the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of commercial and residential entertainment, security, monitoring, and telecommunications systems. Students learn to install cable support structures; laying out and preparing pathways for wiring and cables; installing, securing, testing, and termination of wiring and cables both copper and fiber optic; program digital components and access controls to perform their designated tasks; install and set up media management systems; and perform system commissioning and user training of audio, video, and data systems. The program also prepares students on the essential skills and knowledge needed for entry-level residential electrician work. Students will train on the installation, service and maintenance areas of the residential electrical industry.

Upon completion of this program, graduates can meet the minimum requirements needed to be qualified as an entry-level technician in the residential and/or commercial telecommunications, fire alarm, intrusion detection, signaling, entertainment, audio/video/data, and energy management systems. Student can also qualify as entry-level residential electrician’s apprentice.

For Master electrician exam, the applicant shall not show less than seven (7) years of experience preceding the date of the application, under the direction and supervision of a master electrician, three (3) years during which the applicant supervised or was actively in charge of electrical installation work. The Board may credit not more than three (3) years for formal course study or professional training in electrical installation, where applicable. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignment in each course.

Courses

Lecture Hours 40
Lab / Shop Hours 50
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites None

Course Description

The student will be taught how to use basic information for electrical and electronic industries as well as some basic concepts used in performing the electrical and low voltage technician’s skill-sets. Material covered includes basic safety, mathematical principles focused on whole numbers, fractions, measurement, decimals, percentages, and the metric system. Additionally, students will be taught how to use hand tools and power tools most commonly used in the trades, i.e.: screwdrivers, tape measures, hand saws, drills, etc.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites None

Course Description

The student will learn how to use knowledge of basic structural concepts of residential and commercial buildings, including wood and metal frame, brick and block, poured and prefabricated concrete, and structural steel and apply that to residential electrical and electronic system environments. Additionally, this course covers drills and bit types, and techniques used to drill through various construction materials. Discussion of fire and sound-rated walls, and suspended ceilings is also included. The student will learn how to use basic blueprint concepts, and the hardware and systems used by an electrical and electronics technician to mount and support boxes, receptacles, and other low voltage components. The student will learn how to use the various types of anchors and supports, their applications, and how to install them safely. Additionally, an overview of electrical raceways from source to destination provided. The student will learn how to use conduit types and bending techniques which completes the student’s training in this course.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course provides the student with a general introduction to the concepts used in Ohm’s Law applied to DC series, parallel and combined circuits. This course also provides an introduction to concepts used in AC circuits. Topics include electrical theory, electromotive force, resistance, capacitance, inductance, impedance and power equations. Students will study Semiconductors and Integrated circuit theory with hands on lab time to reinforce the learning. Students will study schematic symbols and practice building circuits from schematic diagrams. Students also study appropriate application of proper diagnostic and maintenance procedures using electrical and electronic test equipment to include: meters, oscilloscopes, meg-ohm-meter, watt meters, frequency meters/generators, time domain reflectometers, continuity testers, recording instruments, and RF analyzers.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course introduces the student to the electrical trade and provides them with knowledge in the areas of Electrical safety and residential electrical services. It also introduces them to the National Electrical Code and how to find the applicable codes and requirements in the electrical trade. It further provides the student with knowledge in the areas of grounding and bonding of electrical systems; NEC regulations pertaining to grounding and bonding; equipment and devices used for grounding and bonding. Students will also learn about other types of equipment and devices used in the electrical and electronic trades.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites

EEST103, EEST104

Course Description

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the functions of the various components of a motor control center and viewed from both a maintenance and troubleshooting standpoint. In addition, the electrical student will learn about different types of lamps, lighting fixtures, and related components, it also focuses on basic guidelines and procedural information for receiving and storing, handling, and installing lamps and lighting fixtures. The student will learn about (NEMA) National Electrical Manufacturers Association as they prepare to work with magnetic coils and relays, contacts and holding circuit interlock and other structural features of solenoids, timers, starters, and contactors. And finally, the technician will learn about fuses and circuit breakers for they provide protection to electrical conductors and equipment against abnormal conditions.
Lecture Hours 40
Lab / Shop Hours 50
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites EEST103, EEST104, EEST105

Course Description

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding and functions of the various components used in motor control systems. The student will be introduced to the maintenance and troubleshooting functions of motor controls systems. The student will also learn about the different types of devices and components used within motors controls systems. The course will also focus on basic guidelines and procedural information for receiving and storing, handling and installing lamps and lighting fixtures. The student will learn about (NEMA) National Electrical Manufacturers Association as they prepare to work with magnetic coils and relays, contacts and holding circuit interlock and other structural features of solenoids, timers, starters and contactors. The student will also learn about fuses and circuit breakers. They will understand how they provide protection to electrical conductors and equipment against abnormal conditions.
Lecture Hours 41
Lab / Shop Hours 49
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites None

Course Description

In this course, emphasis is placed on identifying and troubleshooting hardware and software components of the PC. Through hands-on projects that simulate real-life scenarios, students will apply concepts taught. Students will study computer applications in the low voltage industries. Application software installation and configuration will be presented during the course of study. Installation and configuration of specialized hardware components is part of the studies. In addition, the student will be able to network several computers together back to a main computer.
Lecture Hours 41
Lab / Shop Hours 49
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites EEST101, EEST103

Course Description

This course provides the student knowledge of the basic operation of telephone systems, types of system cables, cable color coding, cable connectors, and installation techniques in addition to identifying the types of data networks, test equipment, and procedures used in testing cables. The student will be familiar with Programmable Logic Controllers and programming them by uses of logic ladders. The student will use the proper procedure and technique to install fiber-optic cabling and support equipment, while describing or demonstrating the types of fiber-optic splicing and/or terminations to achieve an acceptable and "test verified" loss within a specified and acceptable range.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites EEST101, EEST102, EEST103, EEST104, EEST105

Course Description

This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to install and troubleshoot signaling systems, entry/access control systems, intrusion detection, security, and surveillance systems (included is CCTV system and key components of a CCTV system), Lighting, HVAC, Water, and Access systems. Students will learn the function and how to install and troubleshoot systems in the areas of access control, security systems and intrusion detection, video surveillance, as well as lighting, HVAC, and water control systems.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites EEST101, EEST102, EEST103, EEST104, EEST105

Course Description

This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills required to successfully, plan, install and problem-solve, both standard Fire Alarm systems and Programmable Fire Alarm systems. Students will be taught the proper methods and equipment to use in residential and industrial fire-detection applications. Proper wiring/cable selection, fire-detection equipment selection, and system layout/planning will be obtained in this course of study. Programming of Fire Alarm devices and systems will be introduced. Theory of typical Fire Alarm software will be presented in this course of study. Hands-on practices of the software applications are included in the course of study.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites EEST101, EEST102, EEST103, EEST104, EEST105

Course Description

This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to install and troubleshoot rack systems, system integration, and residential systems integration. The students will be taught component function and how to install complete systems racks, residential automation systems. The students will be taught system commissioning and how to train client based systems. In addition, they will learn finish phase testing along with maintenance and repair.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 45
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 90
Total Credits 3.5
Prerequisites

EEST101, EEST102, EEST103, EEST104, EEST108, EEST109, EEST211

Course Description

This course is designed to prepare the student to take the ESPA Exam as well as provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to install and troubleshoot integrated systems. The students will be taught component function and how the skills and technologies learned in previous modules can be integrated together and automated.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites Placement score above minimum level or GEN099

Course Description

Students develop written communication skills, with emphasis placed on the principles of effective communication which includes understanding the writing process, analysis of readings, as can be applied personally and professionally.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites Placement score above minimum level or GEN089

Course Description

This course focuses on algebraic concepts essential for success in the workplace and other courses. Using real world examples and applications, students practice fundamental operations with number systems, formulas, algebraic expressions and liner equations. This course also explores problems involving factoring, inequalities, exponents, radicals, linear equations, functions, quadratic equations and graphs. Skills for success in mathematics will be emphasized.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course introduces human behavior. It includes the study of the theories and concepts of psychology including the scope of psychology, biological foundations and the brain, sensation, perception, motivation, personality, learning/memory, emotion, states of consciousness, personality theories, cognition, life-span development, and applied psychology.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course presents students with techniques to develop their critical thinking skills. Topics include the six sequential steps of critical thinking, the importance of language, ambiguity, structure of arguments and creative problem solving. Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to demonstrate an improvement in their ability to apply critical thinking skills to real world situations.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course will enhance the student’s understanding and appreciation of the uses of oral and written communication and will teach the skills needed to write and speak effectively in a variety of situations.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course is designed to be an exploration of how American government formed in its constitutional roots and how it continues to develop. Topics will include how government is organized, its influencing factors, and the development of public policy.
Lecture Hours 45
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 45
Total Credits 3.0
Prerequisites None

Course Description

This course is designed to provide students with a basic scientific overview of how nature works and how things in nature are interconnected. This course explores the study of the earth’s natural resources. Topics include the study of how air, water, soil, natural energy, and the minerals are critical and related parts of the earths interconnect systems.
Lecture Hours 0
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 0
Total Credits 0.0
Prerequisites

None

Course Description

This course is designed to give students guided practice in the fundamental skills they will need to complete college-level reading and writing assignments. Mastery and review of Basic English concepts, essential to successful college and work experience, will be emphasized throughout the course. Students will apply their learning to a variety of writing activities that emphasize the development of paragraphs and essays.
Lecture Hours 0
Lab / Shop Hours 0
Internship Hours 0
Total Hours 0
Total Credits 0.0
Prerequisites

None

Course Description

This course focuses on concepts and applications of arithmetic, including whole numbers, fractions, ratios, proportions, the decimal system, and percent’s. Brief introductions to algebra, formulas, algebraic expressions, and linear equations are also included. Special emphasis is placed on the application of basic math skills to common workplace problems and real-life situations.

Notes:

Course numbers are for reference only. The sequence of course offerings may vary depending on scheduling needs.
Maximum Time Frame to Complete is 94.5 Semester Credits

*Mode of Delivery: Residential, Blended Learning or Online are the methods we may use to deliver content in each course. The Residential courses are offered on ground at the campus. Blended courses are offered by delivering a fraction of the course in an online format as well as traditional face to face method. Online courses are delivered 100% online. The Blended delivery and online delivery plan will implement distance education activities into each course in the program of study. The use of simulations, case studies, assessments and multimedia will be used to enhance the students understanding of the learning objectives outlined in the course syllabus.

The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into other college or private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

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