Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECRA-0285
Organization's ID:
ET203L
Organization:
Eastwick College
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
12 weeks (36 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Computer Technology, Computer Electronics, or Computer Engineering
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to present laboratory projects associated with ET203T to confirm and reinforce theory concepts. This course provides an introduction to the technologies available for communication electronic and mobile devices. In this lab, students will have hands-on experience in building communication system circuits.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Build AM and FM receivers and transmitters
  • Troubleshoot and learn about equipment used in communication tests
  • Build filters for noise manipulation
  • Manage power amplifiers for radio transmitters
  • Become familiar with Binary communication
  • Learn the techniques of multiplexing data transmission
  • Troubleshoot transmission lines and build antennas
  • Work with cell phone technologies

General Topics:

  • Electronics fundamentals
  • Amplitude modulation
  • Fundamentals of frequency modulation
  • Digital communication techniques
  • Radio transmitters
  • Communication receivers
  • Multiplexing and de-multiplexing
  • The transmission of Binary data in communication systems
  • Building an FM transmitter with microphone and building a FM radio
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials