Alfred State College
SUNY College of Technology
ELET - Electrical Engineering Technology
Alfred State courses are grouped into the following sections:
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An examination of strategies for success, including organizational and study skills, and transfer and career opportunities for engineering students in industry. There will be at least a dozen textbook and research readings followed by written assignments on topics to include the variety of engineering transfer institutions and engineering majors, diversity in society and the technical workplace, personal assessments of goals, values, strengths and weaknesses as related to student and technical career success, and employment application techniques such as resume writing, letters of application, interviewing and follow-up communications. Research assignments use library and Internet as resources and all written assignments are generated by computer.
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This course provides an introduction to computer hardware and troubleshooting and an introduction to operating systems. It serves as a foundation for the computer/electronic technician to build on. The knowledge and skills obtained in this course will prepare the student for the CompTIA A+ Certified Computer Technician Hardware and Operating Systems exams.
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This course provides an introduction to computer hardware and troubleshooting and an introduction to operating systems. It serves as a foundation for the electronic technician to build on. The knowledge and skills obtained in this course will prepare the student for the CompTIA A+ Certified Computer Technician exam.
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The course introduces the principles and laws applicable to direct and alternating current circuits. Topics include defining charge, current, potential difference, resistance, capacitance and inductance. Series and parallel circuits are analyzed using Ohm's and Kirchhoff's Laws. Superposition and Thevenin's Theorems are used to solve complex circuits. The transient response of capacitive and inductive circuits are analyzed. A recitation is required as a work session to further investigate difficult concepts.
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In circuit theory, a student will analyze electrical circuits according to the fundamental definitions and laws as they apply to direct current circuits. The physical parameters defined include charge, voltage, current, resistance, capacitance and inductance. The laws applied include Ohm's Law, Joule's Law, Kirchhoff's Voltage Law, and Kirchhoff's Current Law. The analysis relies on algebra and exponentials. A required recitation is included as a group problem solving sessions.
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This laboratory implements the theoretical principles of ELET 1133, Digital Logic. Students learn to build working circuits based upon design goals. Logic solutions utilize transistor-transistor logic integrated circuits, programmable logic controllers, computer simulation software and field programmable gate arrays.
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Digital Logic introduces a student to two-state logic. Logic analysis will use the binary number system and Boolean algebra. Both combinational (AND-OR) logic and sequential (flip-flop) logic are studied. Typical logic designs include 7-segment displays, adders, multiplexers, and counters. Logic designs are implemented using simulation, programmable logic devices and transistor-transistor logic.
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The fundamentals of prototype design, fabrication, and documentation will be covered. Major topics include: safety, sheet metal fabrication, printed circuit board design & fabrication, schematic & wiring diagram drafting & analysis, computer applications for schematic drawing and printed circuit board layout, circuit construction, trouble- shooting fundamentals, soldering techniques and project parts procurement and cost analysis.
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Laboratory experiments parallel material presented in ELET 1103. The theories and laws governing dc circuits are applied and verified. Hands-on building of electrical circuits reinforces the interpretation of schematic diagrams. Verification includes detailed analysis of the circuit under test by calculation, measurement, and simulation. Outside preparation and laboratory report writing are required.
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This laboratory runs concurrently with BSET 8003, Introduction to Engineering Technology course. This is an introductory course related to the field of electrical engineering technology. Laboratory topics introduce the students to the fundamental electrical principles and practices. The student will be introduced to various electrical components such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, LEDs, transistors, and integrated circuits. Analog and digital meters will be used for measuring electrical quantities, such as resistance, voltage, and current, in electrical circuits. Circuit construction and operation, reading schematic diagrams, computer applications for schematic drawing and simulation, familiarization with electrical tools and fabrication, and soldering techniques will also be introduced.
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This course provides an introduction to computer networks. It serves as a foundation for the computer/electronic technician to build on. The knowledge and skills obtained in this course will prepare the student for the CompTIA Network + exam.
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A study of solid state devices, including diodes, bipolar transistors, and field effect transistors. Includes the theory of operation, biasing, stabilization, frequency response, distortion, and gain using mathematical analysis, equivalent circuits, and computer models.
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A continuation of Circuit Theory I. The emphasis is on the electrical principles, laws, and theorems applicable to sinusoidal ac circuits. Complex number notation is used to evaluate ac circuits. Topics include ac power, resonance, polyphase circuits and transformers.
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A microcontroller is a microcomputer on a silicon chip. When a microcontroller is in a device that is not a computer, it is called an embedded controller. Examples of typical devices would be telephones, televisions, copy machines, microwave ovens and in automobiles. Automobiles incorporate more than ten microcontrollers used for such applications as controlling air/fuel mixtures in the engine to antilock brakes at the wheels. This course focuses on the fundamentals of both the hardware and software aspects of the microcontroller. Typical devices that are connected to the microcontroller are; switches, light emitting diodes, seven segment displays, pneumatic solenoids and a matrix keypad. An engineering evaluation board is used as the development system for the embedded controller. Structured programming, using flow charts, is emphasized. Code is written in assembly language, assembled and then downloaded to the Engineering Evaluation Board.
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The material in this course parallels and supplements the subject matter in ELET 2103. The use of appropriate electronic test equipment is emphasied, along with computer simulation, and computer aided test equipment.
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This course will provide an overview of the fabrication and operation of silicon-based integrated circuits including resistors, diodes, transistors and their current-voltage (I-V) characteristics. Laboratory exercises teach the basics of IC fabrication and I-V measurements. Oxidation/diffusion, photolithography (spin/bake/expose/develop), etch, and vapor deposition equipment allow students the opportunity to design, build, and test simple solid-state devices.
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This course provides a comprehensive overview of the converging world of computers and telecommunications. It introduces basic building blocks of telecommunications and most current information on new technologies. It provides an in-depth knowledge of communications fundamentals, data networking, next generation networks, wireless networks, IP protocols, IP telephony, VPN, Digital video and TV standards, optical networking and broadband networking.
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This course involves the study and application of operational amplifiers. Inverting, non-inverting and follower amplifiers are presented in detail with consideration of gain, bandwidth, and impedance. Different feedback circuits are studied to realize basic mathematical operations. Op-amps topologies are then used to make filters, oscillators, and regulated power supplies.
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This course will introduce current workstation operating systems technologies. The course will include client-side networking technologies and will be an intensive, hands-on, in-depth study of design and integration of current workstation operating systems in an enterprise environment. Laboratory activities will include the installation, configuration, and support of workstation operating system hardware, software, and network connectivity not only on a single server based LAN system, but will also cover tools and techniques for design and support of a large networking system. Students will design, plan and deploy technical support of workstation hardware, operating system, and network connectivity. The design of Microsoft's latest workstation operating system will be thoroughly examined. Students will be prepared to take an appropriate workstation operating system professional certification exam upon course completion.
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This course is the second sequence in the study of embedded controllers. The total capability of the microcontroller will be developed. Topics will include: serial and engineering evaluation board tot he embedded controller. Parallel communications using devices like: liquid crystal displays, printers and IR (infra red) remote controls - data acquisition using the built in analog to digital converter - motor control using stepper motors. Stepper motors are widely used in devices like printers, robotics and laboratory test equipment. Projects will be programmed using "C++" as well as assembly language. The course will conclude with a project using an embedded controller module. A typical project is a Mobile Autonomous Robotic System (MARS).
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The experimental study of operational amplifiers and linear integrated circuits as applied to comparators, amplifiers, waveform generation, signal conditioning, and regulated power supplies. Emphasis is placed on design, proper measuring techniques and documentation of results. Device characteristics and limitations will be studied. The use of manufacturer's data sheets is required. Computers are used to design, analyze and test circuits along with manual measuring techniques.
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Offers the study of analog and digital communication concepts and systems. Students begin by learning the terminology and measurements of the communications industry. The course includes analysis of AM and FM transmission and reception, data communications, and transmission lines. Emphasis is on a systems approach with block diagrams and study of the concepts within each block. The associated laboratory tests and demonstrates the lecture theory. Students investigate a chosen application further in an individual project.
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A course in networking technology covering the management, troubleshooting and administration of the network operating system and infrastructure portion of LAN (Local-Area-Network) systems.
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Study of the principles and applications of dc and ac rotating machines and associated protective and control equipment. Basic functions such as control of motor speed and direction of rotation and basic PLC programming are laboratory projects. Servo and stepper motors for motion control are examined.
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This course provides the student with a realistic experience in semiconductor manufacturing processes. Oxidation/ diffusion, photolithography (spin/bake/expose/develop), etch, and vapor deposition equipment allow students the opportunity to design, build, and test simple solid-state devices.
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The principles of generation and distribution of three-phase power is studied. Emphasis is placed on the study of the traditional four-wire, three-phase and three-wire, three-phase systems. Load flow and short circuit calculations are included. Emphasis is placed on the operation of existing systems. The laboratory is used to reinforce the theory taught in the classroom. Field trips to local power company facilities are mandatory.
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Students learn the basics of telecommunications and network cabling and wiring devices, as well as suggested best practices and safety issues. The students, through hands-on activities and labs, learn to install horizontal (work area) and backbone cable. This hands-on, lab-oriented course stresses documentation, design, and installation issues, as well as laboratory safety, on-the-job safety, and working effectively in group environments. This course prepares students for the Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI) certification.
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The purpose of this course is to provide students with a realistic look at the potential and the limitations of electrical generation through energy conversion. The energy sources include solar, wind and water. The course will include semiconductor properties of photovoltaic cells and the electronic circuits necessary for energy conversion. Using trigonometry, students will be able to calculate the position of the sun at any time or place and calculate the energy available at different panel orientations. Students will have the beginning tools to design off-grid and on-grid photovoltaic energy systems. MATLAB and LabVIEW software will be used to analyze and measure the solar resource.
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This course will introduce server-side operating system networking technologies. It will be an intensive, hands-on, in-depth study of design of current server operating systems in a LAN (Local Area Network) environment. Laboratory activity will include design, development, configuration, and placement of servers and services. Students will design, plan and deploy technical support of server hardware, operating system, and network connectivity. The design of Microsoft latest server operating system will be thoroughly examined. Students will be encouraged to take an appropriate server operating system professional certification exam upon course completion.
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A student may contract for one to four credit hours of independent study through an arrangement with an instructor who agrees to direct such a study. The student will submit a plan acceptable to the instructor and to the department chair. The instructor and student will confer regularly regarding the process of the study.
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Electrical principles, laws, theorems and complex notation applicable to AC circuits. Principles of generation and distribution of single and three phase power. Load flow and short circuit analysis.
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The course will be an in-depth study of current micro- computer workstation operating systems in an enterprise environment. The course will include client-side networking technologies as well. Laboratory activity will include the installation, configuration, and support of workstation operating system hardware, software, and network connectivity not only on a single system, but will also cover tools and techniques for support of a large system base. The course will prepare the student for an appropriate workstation operating system certification examination.
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This course teaches students through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, textbook exercises, and lab projects the skills and abilities necessary to design directory service and network infrastructure that meet the technical and business requirements of an organization. It provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of design of directory service and its installation, configuration and administration in a multiple-server, multiple-domain, multiple operating system, enterprise LANs and WAN environments. Understanding the design process, the required components, and the integration of technologies are key elements in this course. This course covers networking directory services terminology, national and international standards relating to networks, the fundamentals of network transmission methods, network topologies, network protocols, and network architecture. The completion of laboratory projects will develop the student's professional skills in network directory service design and implementation. This will lead to further study of networking or employment. Each lab is structured as a team project which will enhance the student's ability to function in a design team.
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Individualized hands-on practice and review session for Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) professional exams, as well as other appropriate certifications.
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This course teaches students through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, textbook exercises, and labs the skills and abilities necessary to design an Active Directory and network infrastructure that meets the technical and business requirements of an organization. Understanding the design process, the required components, and the integration of technologies are key elements in this course. This course also covers networking terminology, national and international standards relating to networks, the fundamentals of network transmission methods, network topologies, network protocols, and network architecture. The course will also include the hardware, design and configuration, troubleshooting and administration of the directory services and network infrastructure portion of LAN and WAN (Local-Area- Network and Wide-Area-Network) systems. The completion of laboratory projects will develop the student's professional skills in network design and implementation. This will lead to further study of networking or employment. Each lab is structured as a team project which will enhance the student's ability to function in a design team.
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A student may contract for one to four credit hours of independent study through an arrangement with an instructor who agrees to direct such a study. The student will submit a plan acceptable to the instructor and to the department chairperson. The instructor and student will confer regularly regarding the process of the study.
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This course continues from ELET 5004 with studies of electrical power transmission lines, transformers, per unit calculations, synchronous generators, and power flow analysis. Further topics are economic dispatch and power marketing. Renewable and alternative energy sources are evaluated as part of the supply mix. Power conversion is another topic with the analysis of dc-dc converters.
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Design and analysis of linear and switching regulators and power converters using state-of-the-art components and devices. Topics to be covered will include: basic building blocks of modern power supply systems; circuits for the generation and processing of pulse and switching waveforms; transistor, rectifier, IC, transformer, inductor, capacitor, and resistor selection; thermal design considerations, feedback and stability analysis; RFI considerations.
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This course will be an intensive, hands-on, in-depth study of designing scalable internetworks in a Wide Area Network (WAN) environment. Laboratory activity will include designing, deployment, configuration, analysis and production of complete projects consisting of scalable internetworks and services to include EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, Route Optimization, BGP, IP Multicasting and IPv6. Students will be encouraged to take an appropriate Cisco professional BSCI certification exam upon course completion.
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This course will be an intensive, hands-on, in-depth study of designing multilayered switched network in a Wide Area Network (WAN) environment. Laboratory activity will include designing, deployment, configuration, analysis and production of completed projects consisting of multilayered switches and services to include wired LANs, VLANs and wireless LANs. Students will be encouraged to take an appropriate Cisco professional BCMSN certification exam upon course completion.
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This course covers the installation, configuration and administration of multiple-server, multiple-domain, multiple operating system, enterprise LAN and WAN (Local-Area-Network and Wide-Area-Network). It will include remote monitoring and administration of the network resources using Group Policies and other tools. Applications will include support services such as DHCP and DNS integration into directory services for an enterprise network.
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This course is an introduction to the physics, chemistry and materials of integrated circuit fabrication. Topics include the basic process steps of crystal growth, oxidation, photolithography, diffusion, ion implantation, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and metallization used to build integrated circuits. The laboratory uses a 4-level metal gate PMOS process to fabricate a working integrated circuit test-chip and provide experience in device design, process design, materials evaluation, in-process characterization and device testing.
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This is a course in network infrastructure concentrating on switch and router configuration and operation to support both LAN and WAN environments. In addition to the fundamentals of routing protocols, topics will include subnetting, VLSM, EIGRP and OSPF routing protocols, packet monitoring and filtering, VLAN configuration, Network Address Translation (NAT), Wireless LANs, IPv6, Voice over IP and security implementation. The laboratory component is hands-on in a multiple router-multiple switch environment. The completion of laboratory projects will develop the student's professional skills in switch and router configuration and operation. This will lead to further study or employment. A research-based team paper and presentation on future trends in routing and switching will be required as part of this course.
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This course covers the concepts and skills needed to design an intermediate network infrastructure that supports network solutions incorporating intelligent network services to achieve effective performance, scalability and availability. Students will design networks that include Quality of Service (QoS), security, network management, routing protocols optimization, switching structures and IP multicast. Laboratory activities will include case studies to design, develop, install, configure and analyze performance of networks. Students will be encouraged to take an appropriate Cisco professional certification exam upon course completion (i.e., CCDP-ARCH).
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This course prepares students for the design and implementation of a real-time operating system (RTOS) on an embedded microcontroller. The course is constructed around a project where each student is required to design and prototype a real-time traffic light using the MicroC/OS-II operating system and a PIC18F452 microcontroller. The lecture portion of the course is comprised of lectures and quizzes that support the course project. Lecture topics include basic characteristics of real-time applications and real-time operating systems, hardware interfacing techniques, fixed and dynamic priority scheduling algorithms, concurrency theory, intertask communication, synchronization, response-time analysis, performance, and optimization. The lab portion of the course consists of labs that provide the building blocks of the course project. Upon completion of the course project students will compare MicroC/OS-II with other similar operating systems such as FreeRTOS and Salvo.
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This course includes both analog and digital signal processing topics and the pros and cons of each methodology. In the analog arena, operational amplifier circuits will be studied as they apply to various signal processing functions and to active filters. Concentration will be on higher-order active filters and current circuit implementations. Extensive use will be made of circuit simulation software and computer-controlled test equipment. In the digital arena, the characteristics of sampled signals will be examined and various digital filter implementations will be studied. Considerable hands-on work will be done using data acquisition cards and sound cards installed in a computer workstation.
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Calculus-based circuit theory includes representation of ideal and non-ideal characteristics of circuit elements. Circuit analysis using fundamental circuit laws, network theorems and standard engineering complex variable notation. Transistor circuits are modeled using realistic parameters including junction capacitances and internal noise generation. Circuit models are applied to amplifier designs for low noise, high frequency response, etc. Laboratory implementation is compared to mathematical models, computer simulation, general purpose interface bus testing and discrepancies are resolved.
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Various types of communication systems are examined while studying Fourier analysis, modulation principles, multiplexing techniques, and data transmission; emphasis on applications of Fourier analysis.
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This course will be an intensive, hands-on, in depth study of current server operating systems in a LAN (Local Area Network) environment. The course will include an introduction to server-side networking technologies as well. Laboratory activity will include installation, configuration administration, and technical support of server hardware, operating system, and network connectivity. Students will be encouraged to take an appropriate server operating system professional certification exam upon course completion.
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Installation, configuration and administration of LAN and WAN (Local-Area-Network and Wide-Area-Network) based applications. Applications will include E-mail, database, Internet and Broadband Internet Connections, Wireless LANs, Intranet servers, system support services, Security and Voice Over Frame Relay, ATM and IP. Advanced hardware and network configurations such as clustering and multi-homing for fault-tolerance and performance will be examined.
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Students will complete supervised field work in a selected business, industry,government or educational setting. Students carry out a planned program of educational experiences under direct supervision of an owner, manager or supervisor of technology in an organization. Each intern will be supervised by a member of the faculty. Written and oral reports and a journal of work experience activities will be required. Evaluation will be based on the quality of experiences gained from the internship. Students will be required to complete a series of 4 brief investigative or evaluative papers while completing the internship in areas such as career development, organizational structures, organized labor, business management, security, policies, and/or industry and market trends. At the end of the internship students will be required to give an oral presentation to the faculty about their internship experiences.
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Students will complete supervised field work in a selected business, industry, government or educational setting. Students carry out a planned program of educational experiences under direct supervision of an owner, manager or supervisor of technology in an organization. Each intern will be supervised by a member of the faculty. Written and oral reports and journal of work experience activities will be required. Evaluation will be based on the quality of experiences gained from the internship. Students will be required to complete a series of 4 brief investigative or evaluative papers while completing the internship in areas such as career development, organizational structures, organized labor, business management, security, policies, and/or industry and market trends. At the end of the internship students will be required to give an oral presentation to the faculty about their internship experience.
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