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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Electronics Technology 291B
Course Description and Outline


ET 291B: Digital Troubleshooting


2008-2009
Credits 2
Schedule of Classes Schedule History
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Academic Discipline Electronics Technology
Academic Division Technology
Prerequisites ET 280B or consent of instructor
Transfer Information Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
I : Catalog Course Description
Covers troubleshooting of digital devices and circuits. Using computer simulation, students analyze and repair circuits with hidden faults. Standard or simulated measuring instruments such as the DVM and Logic Analyzer are fully utilized in the process.
II : Course Objectives

This course covers troubleshooting of digital devices and circuits. Using computer simulation, students analyze and repair circuits with hidden faults. Standard measuring instruments such as the DVM and Logic Analyzer are utilized in the process.

  • • Enable student to acquire knowledge in the are a of troubleshooting digital circuits.
  • • Provide student with opportunities to gain hands on experience with simulation software and to solidify their understanding of theory with experiments and demonstrations.
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course is a possible elective for an Associate of Applied Science degree with and emphasis in Electronics Technology, where the purpose of the Associate Applied Science Degree is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.
ET 291B - Digital Troubleshooting addresses the following AAS degree student learning outcomes. Students to complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate:
Know:
The subject matter appropriate to the fundamentals of electronics.
Are Able To:
• Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment of career enhancement in the general field of electronics.
• Utilize appropriate resources and reference materials to remain current in the field of electronics.

Sections II and III were prepared on May 30, 2006. Please contact the Technology division for more information.
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