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ELTRY 12 BASIC ELECTRICITY-ELECTRONICS (INDUSTRIAL ARTS) 2 Units

Prerequisite(s): None.
Fundamental concepts, theories, laws and devices used in the technical industry. Circuit analysis using testing and measuring procedures. Troubleshooting procedures using schematic, measurement instruments and hands-on laboratory experience. Required instructional trips. Total of 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4589 Closed                     1:00pm- 4:20pm M       LecLab  IT230  AMOUZEGAR A 
       &                            4:20pm- 5:25pm M               IT230  AMOUZEGAR A 

    All Sections of ELTRY 12 are Closed.

ELTRY 240A INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY 8 Units

Prerequisite(s): None.
Introduction to direct current circuits, theory, practices, applications, DC electrical systems and troubleshooting techniques. Use state-of-the-art equipment, components, devices, power sources for hands-on laboratory experiments. Identify commonly used electrical symbols, abbreviations, circuits, diagrams, wiring methods, and test measuring instruments. Formulas used in electrical theory, offering a review and application of various functions: principles of magnetism and electromagnetic applicable to electrical components, proper use and selection of tools and electrical specifications, codes and standards. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 180 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #6806 Closed                     7:40am-11:00am MTuWThF LecLab  IT230  AMOUZEGAR A 

    All Sections of ELTRY 240A are Closed.

ELTRY 240B ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION AND CONTROL CIRCUITS 8 Units

Prerequisite(s): Eltry 240A.
Introduction to alternating current circuits, theory, practices and applications for electrical power generation and control circuits. Fundamental theory, calculations, formulas and applications of AC and DC power generation, transmission and distribution systems, transformers, motors and generators. Study complex networks such as RC, RL and RLC circuits, motor controllers, electromagnetic circuits and Poly-Phase systems. Course will include explanation of electrical specifications, codes, standards, terms, abbreviations, components, safety and wiring requirements. Hands-on-laboratory assignments with state-of-the art test and measurement instruments will provide testing techniques and troubleshooting procedures. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 180 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #6808 Closed                     7:40am-11:00am MTuWThF LecLab  IT230  AMOUZEGAR A 

    All Sections of ELTRY 240B are Closed.

ELTRY 240C ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND MACHINERY 8 Units

Prerequisite(s): Eltry 240B.
An advanced course that requires knowledge of AC and DC theory, practices and applications. Investigates the theory and applications of motors, generators, electromagnetic, systems and their interaction in power distribution systems and machinery. Covers principles of AC, installation of devices in AC circuits and response to circuits of AC excitation; concepts of electrical symbols, abbreviations, diagrams, specifications, safety procedures, codes and standards. Provides a technical, theoretical, practical and multidisciplinary approach to a broad understanding of electrical formulas, calculations for power technology and alternative energy sources. Hands-on and computer aided laboratory experiments to develop knowledge and skills in programmable controllers for electrical machinery used the in electrical industry. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 180 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #6812 Closed                     7:40am-11:00am MTuWThF LecLab  IT230  AMOUZEGAR A 

    All Sections of ELTRY 240C are Closed.

ELTRY 240D PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS/SOLID STATE DEVICES AND ELECTRONIC 8 Units

Prerequisite(s): Eltry 240C.
Advanced course provides theoretical and practical principals concerning DC and AC circuits and systems, electric machinery and automated systems. Design of programmable logic control circuits and systems, ladder logic and diagram, systems wiring, sequencers, numbering systems, timing and counters, logic and math instruction, and program mapping. Machine control functions consisting of; relay type instructions, solid state devices, software development, programming language and diagnostic analyst, using test and measuring instruments. Applications of programmable logic controls include; wire management, management of co-generations systems, alternate energy sources, communication and sensor program management, integrated network systems and uninterrupted power systems. Hands-on laboratory provide applications for installation specifications, system wiring, systems inspection procedures for safety and related codes and standards. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 180 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #6836 Closed                     7:40am-11:00am MTuWThF LecLab  IT230  AMOUZEGAR A 

    All Sections of ELTRY 240D are Closed.

ELTRY 248A INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY 4 Units

Prerequisite(s): None.
Fundamental theory and application of DC circuits for the electrical industry. Explanation of electrical terms, codes and components. Measuring electrical parameters with state-of-the-art measurement instruments. Hands-on laboratory assignments with instruments, test techniques, troubleshooting procedures and schematic reading. Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4596 Closed                     6:30pm- 9:50pm MW      LecLab  IT224  ABEDZADEH S 

    All Sections of ELTRY 248A are Closed.

ELTRY 248C ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND MACHINERY 4 Units

Prerequisite(s): Eltry 248B.
Theory and application of electromagnetic interaction in power distribution systems and machinery for the electrical industry. Concepts of electrical codes and standards. Laboratory investigations of electrical and magnetic circuits, programmable controllers and state-of-the-art devices. Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4598 Closed                     6:30pm- 9:50pm MW      LecLab  IT224  ABEDZADEH S 

    All Sections of ELTRY 248C are Closed.

ELTRY 250 INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS 4 Units

This course in solar electricity introduces students to the field of photovoltaic (PV). Introduction to photovoltaic terminology, concepts, vocabulary, techniques and safety. History, applications and benefits of the different PV systems. Basic Electrical theories related to photovoltaic. PV system sizing and cost estimating. Voltage, current, resistance and power calculation and measurements. Specification of the components such as inverter, charge controller, combiner, battery and generator. Recommended high school algebra, Math 125 or Math 127B or Math 128B. Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #7920 Cancelled                  8:00am-12:30pm MTuWTh  LecLab  IT224  ABEDZADEH S 
         Short Term: 05/13/13-06/20/13
   #6756 Closed                     9:00am-11:50am MW      LecLab  IT224  ABEDZADEH S 
       &                           11:50am-12:20pm MW              IT224  ABEDZADEH S 
   #4474 Closed                     1:00pm- 4:20pm TuTh    LecLab  IT224  ABEDZADEH S 

    All Sections of ELTRY 250 are Closed.

ELTRY 251 PHOTOVOLTAIC THEORY AND INSTALLATION TECHNIQUES 4 Units

Prerequisite(s): ELTRY 250.
This course in solar electricity will prepare students for entry level employment in photovoltaic (PV) industry. Instruction includes solar electricity fundamentals, PV safety, site analysis, PV system sizing and design, required components and equipment. Product installation, troubleshooting, net metering laws and National Electrical Code for PV requirements. Successful participants will be qualified to sit for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) PV Installer Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge examination. Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4487 Closed                     1:00pm- 4:20pm MW      LecLab  IT224  ABEDZADEH S 

    All Sections of ELTRY 251 are Closed.

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