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Electronics Fundamentals Diploma Program
The Electronics Fundamentals diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for entry-level positions as electronic technicians. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of electronic theory and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of communications, math, and interpersonal relations.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Program graduates receive an Electronic Fundamentals diploma, which prepares them for entry-level positions in the electronics field and qualifies them for admission into the Electronics Technology diploma and degree programs. Continuation into the Electronics Technology program is recommended and encouraged.
PROGRAM DELIVERY METHOD
The Electronics Fundamentals diploma 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 35 COMPASS 70 23 39 28 SAT 430 400 ACT 18 16 CPE 75 75 75
ELECTRONICS FUNDAMENTALS CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Electronics Fundamental diploma program is designed for the quarter system. Students may enter the program during Fall and Spring quarters. The program generally takes 5 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 65 credit hours.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL CORE COURSES | 18 | |
| EMP 100* | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development (OL) | 3 |
| ENG 101* | English (OL) | 5 |
| MAT 1013* | Algebraic Concepts (OL) | 5 |
| MAT 1017* | Trigonometry | 5 |
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 44 | |
| ELC 104* | Soldering Technology (OL) | 2 |
| ELC 108* | Direct Current Circuits II (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 110* | Alternating Current Circuits II (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 115* | Solid State Devices II (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 117* | Linear Integrated Circuits (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 118* | Digital Electronics I (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 119* | Digital Electronics II (OL) | 4 |
| ELC 120* | Microprocessors Fundamentals (OL) | 4 |
| IFC 100* | Industrial Safety (OL) | 2 |
| IFC 101* | Direct Current Circuits I (OL) | 4 |
| IFC 102* | Alternating Current Circuits I (OL) | 4 |
| IFC 103* | Solid State Devices I (OL) | 4 |
| FUNDAMENTAL OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 3 | |
| SCT 100* | Introduction to Microcomputers (OL) | 3 |
* "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: $2,565
Books/Supplies: $1,240