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Basic Electronics Certificate Program
The Basic Electronics certificate includes occupational and specialized courses that will prepare the student to pass BellSouth's Electricity and Basic Electronics employment exams. The certificate will prepare the student for entry-level positions in the field of electronics as well as providing hands-on skills and knowledge that an entry-level electronics technician is expected to understand and be able to use.
Skills include knowledge in DC and AC circuit analysis, transmission lines, electronics fundamentals, electrical concepts, schematic reading, circuit measurements, and circuit identification. The 26 credit hours required in the program can be applied toward a diploma in Electronic Fundamentals or Electronic Technology.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Program graduates receive a Basic Electronics Technology certificate of credit, which prepares the graduate to take BellSouth's Basic Electricity and Basic Electronics employment exams and entry-level positions in the electronics field.
PROGRAM DELIVERY METHOD
The Basic Electronics TCC program is available through on-campus classes at Southeastern Technical College's Vidalia campus and through the World Wide Web with the Georgia Virtual Technical College.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra ASSET 38 35 39 37 COMPASS 70 23 39 28 SAT 430 400 ACT 18 16 CPE 75 75 75
BASIC ELECTRONICS CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Basic Electronics TCC program is designed for the quarter system. Students may enter the program during Fall and Spring quarters. The program takes 2 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 26 credit hours.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL CORE COURSES | 10 | |
| MAT 103* | Algebraic Concepts (OL) | 5 |
| MAT 105* | Trigonometry | 5 |
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 16 | |
| ELC 108* | Direct Current Circuits II (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 110* | Alternating Current Circuits II (OL) | 4 |
| IFC 101* | Direct Current Circuits I (OL) | 4 |
| IFC 102* | Alternating Current Circuits I (OL) | 4 |
* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
(OL) designation indicates course is available online in selected quarters.
PROGRAM COSTS
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Tuition/Fees: $1,266
Books/Supplies: $375