ACCN for INDS / ENGR TECH PATH CORE: TIC5010EN

Course Description:

Electronics introduction

Are you intrigued by how electronics work? Every electrical technician has to start somewhere, and that usually means tinkering with cell phones, computers, remote control cars and appliances until they work again and or you might just be curious about electronics. Then this program might be for you.

Our Basic electronics course curriculum is designed to help you turn that interest into a professional and or advanced hobbiest asset.

Electronics is all about the installation, operation, repair, maintenance, calibration, modification and service of electronic circuitry, components and systems. You will also be trained to diagnose problems arising from electro-mechanical malfunctions and often work as part of a design team with engineers or technologists preparing, evaluating and repairing prototypes of electronic equipment.

Program Goals

The Electronics Program aids students in developing the knowledge, skills and abilities needed in order to become a proficient electronics technician in the student’s desired area of focus for personal use and or as a career option. The successful student will be proficient with basic electronics measurement instrumentation and understands basic electronics circuitry. In addition to courses and labs, the Electronics Program provides an opportunity for interested students to take Electronics Technician Association (ETA) Certification tests, if interested.

Show electronics projects:

Christmas tree, etc

Program Emphasis

The Electronics Program emphasis a fun and enjoyable program that is providing the fundamental knowledge needed by a general electronics technician. Ample opportunity for electronics skill development is provided in laboratory setting. The major areas of emphasis are currently available to electronics students: D/C /A/C Current, microcontroller/microprocessor technology, electronic communication technology, solar technology and grid technology.

Career Options (some)

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• Electronics Technician

• Biomedical Electronics Technician

• Electronics/Computer Technician

• Electronics Technician-General Electronics Manufacturing

• Consumer Electronics Technician

• Design-Development Technician

• Automation Technician

• Instrumentation Technician

• Electromechanical Technician

• Engineering Aide

• Research Technician

• Robotics Technician

• Union Electrician

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the median annual salary for Electronics Technicians is $110,920 per year and expected to increase. (Source: www.bls.gov)

Program Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the program will be able to:

• Demonstrate the proper use of basic electronic test instrumentation including an oscilloscope, a digital volt-ohm meter, a signal generator, and a dual power supply.

• Analyze and explain basic electronic theory including Ohms Law, the power formula, and calculation of voltage gain and power gain.

• Identify standard electronic components including resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, and integrated circuits.

• Demonstrate the ability to prepare reports that include text, tables, and spreadsheets using productivity software on a computer

Course Preview Video

Additional Resource

Student Testimony

Additional Resource

Mililani High School CTE Website

Provides students and parents with detailed information about CTE pathways, courses, Honors, Completer recognition, certifications and more!