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TEC 113 Problem Solving for Electronics and Optics
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Problem solving for electronics and optics. Includes exponents and radicals, logarithmic and exponential functions,
application of equations, resistive-capacitive and resistive-inductive transient behavior, trigonometric considerations,
circular functions, vectors and phasors, mathematics of phasors, alternative current and circuits, and sinusoidal alternating
current. Also includes coordinate systems, the conic sections, trigonometric identities, complex exponentials, Euler’s
formula, and examples in optics.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 122 or TEC 112 or required score on the mathematics assessment test.
Offered: Spring.
TEC 117 Optical Assembly Techniques
3 cr. hrs. 4 periods (2 lec., 2 lab)
Fundamental procedures used during the assembly of optical equipment. Includes vibration isolation, epoxy and curing,
mounting optics, alignment aids, assembly and disassembly techniques, fasteners, and materials. Also includes thermal
considerations, vibration mounting of components, baffles, hermetic sealing, and metal finishing.
Recommendation: Completion of TEC 116 before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Spring.
TEC 121 Basic Electric and Magnetic Properties
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction to AC, DC, and magnetic circuit theory. Includes passive devices, terminology, basic laws, network
calculations, electrical measurements, instruments, and units. Also includes use of hand tools, safety, use of schematic
and block diagrams, troubleshooting, and electronic circuit applications.
Prerequisite(s): TEC 100 and 111.
Corequisite(s): TEC 121LB
Offered: Fall.
TEC 121LB Basic Electric and Magnetic Properties Lab
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
Introduction to AC, DC, and magnetic circuit theory. Includes passive devices, terminology, basic laws, network
calculations, electrical measurements, instruments, and units. Also includes use of hand tools, safety, use of schematic
and block diagrams, troubleshooting, and electronic circuit applications. This is the Lab portion of TEC 121.
Prerequisite(s): TEC 100 and 111.
Corequisite(s): TEC 121
Offered: Fall.
TEC 122 Applied Semiconductor Devices
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Basic semiconductor theory and applications. Includes measurement, component selection, effects of the environment on
components, component protection, and applications. Also includes diodes, transistors, integrated circuits with operational
amplifiers, and regulated power supplies.
Prerequisite(s): TEC 113, 121.
Corequisite(s): TEC 122LB
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
TEC 122LB Applied Semiconductor Devices Lab
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
This is the Lab portion of TEC 122.
Prerequisite(s): TEC 113, 121.
Corequisite(s): TEC 122
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
TEC 123 Digital Circuits and Computers
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction to the theory, operation, and application of digital components used in combinational and sequential logic.
Includes number systems, boolean algebra, gates and invertors, digital measurements and test equipment, memory, error
detection, convertors, programmable logic arrays, microprocessor basics, and technical information.
Corequisite(s): TEC 123LB
Offered: Fall.
TEC 123LB Digital Circuits and Computers Lab
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
This is the Lab portion of TEC 123.
Corequisite(s): TEC 123
Offered: Fall.
TECHNOLOGY
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