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and the application of various control algorithms.
Processes will be ana lyzed in terms of process
dead time and capacity to determine optimum
loop tuning parameters. Advanced control techniques
such as feed forward, ratio, cascade,
and auto-selector will be introduced to the student.
Control valve sizing, selection, and typical
applications will also be discussed. Selected
labs using Foxboro instrumenta tion will be used
throughout to create real and simulated process
control systems. The student will be afforded
the opportuni ty to demonstrate proficiency in
process control fundamentals and techniques in
the lab. Prerequisites: ELT 231 and 245.
ELT 245 Electronic Devices II
3 Credits (2 lecture 1 Lab 0 Shop)
4 Hrs/Wk (2 Hrs. Lecture 2 Hrs. Lab) *15 wks
This course is a study of Bipolar Junction Transistors
(BJTs), Field Effect Transistors (FETs),
and their circuit applications, including amplifiers.
Bipolar CE amplifiers are examined for voltage
gain, loading and frequency effects. CC amplifiers
are used for current gain and buffering.
Large-signal amplifiers include Class A, B, and C
power amplifiers. FETs are studied with emphasis
placed on transconductance curves, parameters,
and bias stability. Depletion and Enhancement
Metal Oxide Semicon ductor Field Effect Transistors
(MOSFETs) are also covered. Thyristor
theory includes Silicon Control Rectifiers (SCRs)
and Tri acs. Prerequisites: ELT 112 and 145.
ELT 246 Linear Integrated Electronics
3 Credits (2 lecture 1 Lab 0 Shop)
4 Hrs/Wk (2 Hrs. Lecture 2 Hrs. Lab) *15 wks
The goal of the course is to ensure that the student
can recognize, construct, analyze, troubleshoot,
repair and modify common operational
amplifi er circuit application. Differential amplifiers
are discussed to introduce the students
to the inner-work ings of integrated circuit operational
ampli fi ers. Students will then progress
through the theory of inverting and noninverting
amplifi ers; summing amplifiers; signal; active
filters; comparators; integrators and differentiators;
logarithmic amplifi ers; oscil lators; and 555
ICs. Prerequisite: ELT 245.
ELT 271 Industrial Robotics
3 Credits (2 lecture 1 Lab 0 Shop)
4 Hrs/Wk (2 Hrs. Lecture 2 Hrs. Lab) *15 wks
This course is a study of industrial robotic systems.
Students examine practical appli cations
typically found in automated indus tries. Particular
emphasis is placed on microcomputer programming
of a robot manipulator. A Teach Pendant is
used to manually operate an industrial robotic
arm. Visual BASIC, and ASCII editors are used
to program robots in the native language. This
course examines industrial robot ter minology,
manipulator arm geometry, robot classification,
work envelope, and end-effectors. Parallel and
serial personal com puter communication is included.
Co-requisite: ELT-221.
ELT 275 Robotics and Control Systems
2 Credits (1 Lecture 1 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (1 Hr. Lecture 2 Hrs. Lab) *15 wks
This course in robotics focuses on advanced
applications of robotics and automation in
industry. Students will write V+ programs to
control a SCARA (Selec tive Compliance Assembly
Robotic Arm) industrial robot. They will
also use digital and analog programmable logic
controllers in conjunction with robot I/O to form
com plete workcells. Man Machine Interface
(MMI) will be used to integrate automation. This
course includes an examination of Servo motors
and feedback devices, End-Of-Arm tooling, and
pneumatic systems using directional valves.
Prerequisites: ELT 221 and 271.
English (ENG)
ENG 021 Basic Writing
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
An introductory course designed to help students
achieve a minimal competency in writing.
Specific skills covered include plan ning, organizing,
and rudimentary sentence structure and
mechanics. Students will use computer technology
to produce their final drafts. Open only to
matriculated students identified through CMCC’s
placement test. Successful completion of this
course and minimum competency in reading
will enable students to enroll in ENG 101. This
course is graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
ENG 030 Reading Workshop
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
Reading Workshop is an intermediate-level,
intensive reading course. The course meets 3
hours/week for one semester. Stu dents will work
on individualized work plans, word recognition
skills and vocabu lary development. Skills work
will focus on identifying the main idea and supporting
details of paragraphs and short essays.
Basic group discussion skills will be devel oped.
Open only to matriculated students identifi ed
through CMCC’s placement test.
ENG 050 Introduction to Academic Reading
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
Introduction to Academic Reading is an intensive
course designed to prepare stu dents
for college-level reading. The course meets 3
hours/week and places college-level demands
on students to read and respond to reading
both inside and outside of class. Students will
develop critical reading skills and learn to apply
their understanding of texts to student-led
class room discussion and oral presentations.
Emphasis will be placed on the reading of literature,
essays and college-level text books. Open
only to matriculated students identifi ed through
CMCC’s placement test.
ENG 101 College Writing
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
College Writing is designed to expose stu dents
to the range of writing most likely to be encountered
in the academic setting, and the skills
most helpful in writing for all purposes. The
course provides students with instruction and
practice in writing clear arguments and expository
prose. Empha sis is on the writing process,
revising and editing. Students are expected to
use the library to research a contemporary issue
and use either the MLA or APA citation style
to document sources. This course is taught in
a computer lab and requires regular use of the
internet and computer applications. Prerequisites:
Successful completion of both a) CMCC
writing assessment, or ESL 101 or instructor
permission and b) CMCC reading assessment,
or ENG 050.
ENG 107 College Writing: TTF
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
This course is designed to help students improve
their writing ability through con centration on the
writing processes: prewriting, writing and revision.
Other con cerns of the writer, particularly
audience, diction and correctness, will be addressed.
Research techniques, library orientation
and oral presentation of student writing are also
included. Research paper required. Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the FairPoint NextStep Program.
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