Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NJAT-0103
Organization's ID:
J215LM.H1; J215LM.H2
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
36 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 semiconductor devices
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to familiarize students with the necessary skills to understand how semiconductor devices function. The objective of Level II is to provide a better understanding Semiconductors through hands-on lab exercises.

Learning Outcomes:

  • explain the basic functions of diodes and rectifiers found in semiconductors and list the characteristics of diodes
  • understand how the following power supplies work in semiconductors: voltage, regulation, ripple voltage, full wave rectifiers, and bridge rectifier
  • test or demonstrate ability to test diodes to determine opens, shorts, and leads
  • demonstrate an understanding of schematic symbols and draw schematic diagrams
  • list the three main categories of photo-operated devices and describe applications for different optoelectronic devices
  • identify differential and operational amplifiers
  • list different electronic control devices and circuits
  • demonstrate how to test SCRs with the DMM, a DIAC, and the TRIAC with the DMM.

General Topics:

  • S semiconductors, semiconductor diode, zener diodes and other special purpose diodes, basic functions of diodes and rectifiers, power supplies, filters, chokes, voltage regulators, dividers, and doublers, transistors, light emitting diodes, lasers, and phototransistors, electronic applications, optoelectronics and fiber optics, JFETs, MOSFETs, and other transistor types, amplifiers I, II, III, differential and operational amplifiers, oscillators, electronic control devices and circuits, integrated circuits
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Classroom Participation

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials