Electronics SpecializationsWVEIS Code 1791
This course will introduce students to the skills and technology involved in the various specializations in the modern electronics field.
Standard 1: Troubleshoot AC and DC circuits. (1791.S.1)
AC and DC Circuits Objectives
Students will:
1791.1.1Solve simultaneous linear equations for circuit analysis.
1791.1.2Apply network analysis to solve for unknown variables in DC circuits with multiple voltage sources.
1791.1.3Perform calculations for internal resistance of voltage sources and maximum power transfer.
1791.1.4Construct and analyze analog meter circuitry.
1791.1.5Interpret and determine accuracy of measurements in DC circuits.
1791.1.6Construct and obtain resistance, voltage, and current readings in passive and active parallel DC circuits.
1791.1.7Construct and obtain resistance, voltage, and current readings in passive and active complex DC circuits
1791.1.8Construct and analyze DC circuits that contain multiple voltage sources.
1791.1.9Construct and obtain resistance, voltage, and current readings in passive and active series DC circuits.
1791.1.10Solve for unknown values resulting from the use of inductors and capacitors in circuits.
1791.1.11Restore faulty AC circuits to proper operating conditions.
Standard 2: Troubleshoot active devices and analog circuits. (1791.S.2)
Active Devices and Analog Circuits Objectives
Students will:
1791.2.1Construct single stage amplifier circuits (common base, common collector, and common emitter).
1791.2.2Analyze both static and dynamic operating characteristics of various single stage amplifiers.
1791.2.3Construct and analyze multistage discrete component power amplifiers.
1791.2.4Explain the applications for field effect transistors and test for usability.
1791.2.5Identify and test thyristor devices.
1791.2.6Construct and analyze thyristor circuitry.
1791.2.7Construct and perform operational tests on oscillator circuits.
1791.2.8Interpret manuals to determine maintenance procedures.
1791.2.9Maintain technical logs.
1791.2.10Construct and analyze voltage and current regulator circuits.
1791.2.11Locate and correct faults in both regulated and non-regulated power supplies.
1791.2.12Locate and correct faults in various types of amplifier circuits and systems.
Standard 3: Troubleshoot digital and microprocessor circuits. (1791.S.3)
Digital and Microprocessor Circuits Objectives
Students will:
1791.3.1Locate and correct faults in oscillator and timer circuits.
1791.3.2Interpret schematics and block diagrams to determine primary circuits functions.
1791.3.3Assemble and analyze IC RAM, ROM, and EPROM circuits.
1791.3.4Examine the operation of microprocessor devices.
1791.3.5Construct JFET and MOSFET circuits and perform waveform analysis of inputs and outputs.
1791.3.6Construct and analyze operational and linear IC amplifier circuits.
1791.3.7Differentiate between, and identify pin arrangements of, various integrated circuits such as; operational amplifiers, linear IC amps, oscillators, timers, and voltage regulators.
1791.3.8Construct and analyze active diode circuits, to include comparators.
1791.3.9Construct and observe outputs of counter circuits driven by timers.
1791.3.10Construct and analyze a stable, monostable, and bistable multivibrator circuits.
1791.3.11Assemble and analyze encoders and decoders.
1791.3.12Locate and correct faults in multivibrator circuits.
1791.3.13Troubleshoot and repair advanced digital circuitry.
1791.3.14Analyze digital systems to determine faulty subsystem assemblies.
1791.3.15Locate and repair faulty interfacing of microprocessor systems.
1791.3.16Analyze specification/data sheets for digital components.
1791.3.17Assemble and analyze multiplexers and demultiplers.
1791.3.18Construct and observe the operation of shift-registers.
1791.3.19Load and execute basic programs in microprocessors.
Standard 4: Prepare reports on status of systems and sub-system. (1791.S.4)
Systems And Sub-System Objectives
Students will:
1791.4.1Identify a problem related to an electronic system, and form a hypothesis.
1791.4.2State the need to research the problem, list the procedures for carrying out the research, and conduct the research in accordance with the listed procedures.
1791.4.3Present the finding to a group of peers, stating conclusions based upon the research findings.
1791.4.4Prepare defect, failure, and equipment evaluation reports.
Standard 5: Evaluate systems and sub-systems. (1791.S.5)
Evaluate Systems and Sub-Systems Objectives
Students will:
1791.5.1Identify input and output waveforms of various analog and digital sub-systems and systems.
1791.5.2Illustrate input and output signals of various electronic power supplies and analog sub-systems.
1791.5.3Use block diagrams of different kinds of systems and networks to describe the function of each block.
1791.5.4Define and describe systems that operate in biomedical, communications, computer, and electromechanical networks.
1791.5.5Obtain a signal output from a function generator and display this signal on an oscilloscope.
1791.5.6Utilize electronic test instruments to observe and record input and output data of various electronic sub-systems, then write a technical report on the findings and determine if a system has a fault.
1791.5.7Apply critical thinking skills to sub-system level troubleshooting of electronic power supplies and analog systems.
1791.5.8Replace faulty sub-systems and test the overall systems for proper operation.
1791.5.9Write reports on troubleshooting methods, providing steps taken to locate and replace faulty components and sub-systems.
1791.5.10Construct sub-system assemblies to produce various electronics systems.
1791.5.11Lay out electronic components with which to construct circuits and sub-systems.
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