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Mt. Sierra College Course Descriptions
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Technical Electives
Some degree program requirements include technical
electives. A technical elective requirement may be
fulfilled by the completion of a technical course not
equivalent to a course required for the student’s
program of study. These electives are noted as TE 1 or
TE 2 when this requirement is met using transfer credit
from another institution. These course codes are not
used for courses completed at Mt. Sierra College. Each
transfer elective granted receives 4 units of credit.
Telecommunications Technology
` TCT-100 | Telecommunications Technology I and
Lab
Prerequisite(s): None
Students are introduced to telecommunications as
a discipline with a focus on the fundamentals of a
wide range of topics including technologies, career
opportunities, user and vendor associations, standards
organizations, professional organizations, regulatory
organizations, and history, providing a comprehensive
overview and scope of telecommunications technology.
Facilities infrastructure and structured wiring plans for
telecommunications systems are studied. There is a
strong emphasis on the fundamentals of structured wiring
and cable installation in accordance with ANSI and EIA/
TIA standards. Students participate in the installation
and testing of a Telecommunications Grounding
System, as well as pre-installation procedures, cable
pulling, cable testing, and troubleshooting.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: 2 hours
` TCT-110 | Introduction to Data Communications
and Lab
Prerequisite(s):TCT-100
This course covers the fundamental concepts of analog
and digital communications, as well as transmission and
modulation methods for data networks. Also covered
are industry standards, basic electronics for data
communications, protocols, modems, data service unit/
channel service units (DSU/CSU) and connectivity in
local and wide area networks. Students are introduced
to basic test equipment used in data communications
including the breakout box, Penta-Scanner, volt-ohm
meter, and other related equipment. Structured cabling
for data networks according to EIA/TIA standards
is emphasized. Students will perform hands-on
installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of data
communication equipment and systems.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: 2 hours
` TCT-115 | Introduction to Voice Communications
and Lab
Prerequisite(s):TCT-100
This course provides an understanding of the technology
of telephone systems and voice technology basics
such as analog transmission, modulation techniques,
amplification, multiplexing, and switching basics.
Private telephony networks are compared with public
networks. The laboratory builds upon the TCT-100
laboratory. Students “rough-in” voice structured cabling
systems, perform pre-installation and termination
of work area outlets, install cable-support systems,
demonstrate fire-stopping techniques, install horizontal
and backbone cables, and remove abandoned cable
systems. Students perform testing, troubleshooting,
and repair of voice systems, and are introduced to
telecommunications grounding techniques. Basic
phone technology including hands-on installation,
repair, and programming of phone and PBX systems
will be introduced.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: 2 hours
` TCT-170 | Introduction to Electronics and Lab
Prerequisite(s): None
Students will explore the theory of DC and AC and
applications of DC and AC circuits. The course studies
the three circuit parameters - resistance, inductance,
and capacitance. The mathematical application of
Ohm’s law, series circuits, parallel circuits and compound
circuits are undertaken. Magnetism, electro-magnetism
and atomic structure are also investigated. Hands on
lab activity show how DC/AC circuits, semiconductor,
device linear circuits and digital circuits work. Labs
covering the construction of circuitry will demonstrate
how circuit parameters work.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: 2 hours
` TCT-200 | Telecommunication Technologies II and
Lab
Prerequisite(s):TCT-100
This course covers managing and running a
telecommunications organization and network.
Planning, organizing, and controlling skills for procuring,
installing, and operating large telecommunications
systems are developed and used. Vendors, regulatory
bodies, user groups, and professional organizations are
studied using strategic planning and feasibility analysis.
Developing requirements and specifications, writing
requests for proposals (RFPs), and cost-benefit analysis
methods are also investigated. Engineering economics
is introduced. Software applications are employed to
analyze network performance problems, track repairs,
generate management reports, and perform financial
analysis.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: 2 hours
` TCT-210 | Computer and Telephony Integration
(CTI) and Lab
Prerequisite(s):TCT-110; CIT-102
This course surveys the history and evolution of
integrating voice, data, and image processing
technologies (CTI). Students will examine standards,
applications, and concepts as well as business needs
analysis and case studies. Students will study and
build a voice mail and an automated attendant system.
Hands-on skills are gained by designing and installing
voice mail systems and automated attendants.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: 2 hours
` TCT-215 | Switching Systems and Lab
Prerequisite(s):TCT-115
This course provides an introduction of the evolution
of switching technology and the history of PBX
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