Eastwick College | Evaluated Learning Experience
Basic Electronics Theory (ET101T)
54 hours (12 weeks).
August 2019 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain basic electrical theory; identify schematic symbols and sources of electricity; describe resistors, capacitors and inductors; interpret color codes; apply ohm’s law to DC electric circuit; analyze and troubleshoot DC series circuits, DC parallel circuits and DC series-parallel circuits; and apply voltage dividers and current dividers to electric circuits, proper soldering and de-soldering techniques.
The basic electronics course is the foundational course for electronics technician/engineers. The instructor utilizes PowerPoint presentations, videos for delivery lectures, making review notes, answering chapter exercises and assigned reading/assignment whenever required. Certification Exam ESA1 assess individuals' end-of-program knowledge and skills in an online proctored proficiency examination format. In addition, college administer a bi-weekly performance component test to assess individuals’ skills.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Electronics or DC Circuits (5/22). NOTE: This course was previously evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE). To view credit recommendations previously established, visit the ACE National Guide.
