EART 1000      (Active/WorkFlow) Survey of Electrical Automation and Robotics Technology 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    On Sufficient Demand An introductory course for those interested in exploring the electrical and robotics field. Familiarizes students with the fundamentals of electricity. Includes career exploration, consumer awareness, manipulative skills, and craftsmanship.

EART 1010      (Active) Industrial Maintenance 2A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    On Sufficient Demand Prerequisite(s):Departmental written approval An electricity course for Industrial Maintenance apprentices. Teaches fundamentals of electricity and electrical safety, electric motor fundamentals, transformers, rectifiers and inverters. Introduces circuit breakers, wiring diagrams and electronic and computer controls.

EART 1020      (Active) Industrial Maintenance 4A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    On Sufficient Demand Prerequisite(s):Departmental written approval A basic computers, PLC logic and variable speed drives course for Industrial Maintenance apprentices to troubleshoot, adjust, and repair AC electric motors, motor controls, PLC controls and variable speed drives.

EART 1050      (Active/WorkFlow) Applied Electrical Math 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F Studies algebra as it applies to the electrical trade. Includes basic operations used in the solution of Ohm's law, series, parallel and combination circuits. Solves basic circuits by finding missing values. Covers the mathematics used to solve problems in series and parallel circuits made up of transformers, inductance, capacitance and resistors. Teaches the use of a calculator in solving problems pertaining to transformers and the right triangle, as it describes the current-voltage relationship in series and parallel circuits made up of inductors, capacitors and resistors. Emphasizes power factor correction. Completers should be able to understand mathematics as applied to DC or AC theory. Includes lecture and demonstrations.

EART 1110      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 1A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F For electrical apprentices. Teaches the theory of and includes an introduction to electricity, basic DC theory, voltage, current, resistance, batteries, and magnetism. Covers principles, formulas and math for simple electrical circuits, series, parallel, combination circuits, and power problems.

EART 1120      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 1B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 1110 or departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Introduces measuring instruments, magnetism, circuits, devices, National Electrical Code, blueprint reading, DC motors, low voltage circuits, DC motor control, DC generators, 3 and 4 way switches, and conduit bending.

EART 1130      (Active/WorkFlow) Basic Electrical 4.0 : 4.0 : 0.0    F Includes basic DC theory such as voltage, current, resistance, batteries, magnetism, and meters. Emphasizes lectures and films. Covers principles of DC circuits and troubleshooting of these circuits. Studies the application of AC theory to industrial and commercial applications in the electric field. Explains the basic construction and theory of inductance, capacitance and resistors dealing with L.C.R. circuits as they are used in the electrical or electronic fields. Includes lectures and demonstrations.

EART 1180      (Active/WorkFlow) Basic Electrical Lab 5.0 : 0.0 : 15.0    F Teaches basic DC theory such as voltage, current, resistance, batteries, magnetism, meters, wire sizing, splicing, soldering, and conduit bending. Includes observing and following safety procedures. Emphasizes lab experiences in all the above areas. Covers principles of DC circuits and troubleshooting of these circuits. Includes basic operations used in the solution of Ohm's law, series, parallel and combination circuits. Studies the application of AC theory to industrial applications in the electrical field. Covers the basic construction and theory of inductance, capacitance and resistors dealing with L.C.R. circuits as they are used in the electrical or electronic fields. Includes transformer connections for single phase and three phase devices. Includes theory and practical conduit bending. Emphasizes hands-on lab experiments with all the above circuits as well as power in inductors, capacitors and resistors as well as shaping circuits and passive filters. Completers should be able to wire circuits, size wire, solder, trouble shoot, correct power factor, and bend conduit.

EART 1210      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 2A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):EART 1120 or departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Teaches application of AC theory as it applies to industrial applications in the electrical field. Covers the basic construction and theory of inductance, capacitance, and resistors dealing with L.C.R. circuits as they are used in the electrical field. Covers the mathematics used to solve problems in series and parallel circuits made up of transformers, inductance, capacitance, and resistors. Emphasizes the use of a calculator in solving problems pertaining to the right triangle, as it describes the current-voltage relationship in series and parallel circuits made up of inductors, capacitors, and resistors. Includes hands-on experiences in correcting power factor in motors, comparing true power, apparent power and reactive power in inductor, capacitors and resistors.

EART 1220      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 2B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 1210 or departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Covers installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair of AC motors, motor control, and transformers. Teaches proper use of tools and test equipment needed in maintaining AC motors, motor control, and transformers. Includes hands-on experiences on AC motors, motor control, and transformers.

EART 1250      (Active/WorkFlow) Electrical Wiring and Code 2.0 : 1.0 : 3.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 1130, EART 1050, and EART 1180; or departmental approval Covers the National Electrical Code using theory, specifications, blueprints and installation methods pertaining to residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Includes lectures and lab experiences.

EART 1260      (Active/WorkFlow) Logic 2.0 : 1.0 : 3.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 1130, EART 1050, and EART 1180; or departmental approval For students who desire a basic understanding of Digital Logic systems. Covers the basic logic levels, the 1's and 2's complement. Studies binary, decimal, octal, and hexadecimal numbers. Includes propagational delay, power lost, and noise. Solves problems using Boolean Algebra and DeMorgan's theorems. Students should also be able to minimize combinational gate circuits and troubleshoot. Includes lecture, demonstrations, and lab work emphasizing hands-on lab experiments with gate circuits.

EART 1300      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 1A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches installation and use of fastening devices, hoisting loads, wire connectors, fabricating and installation of conduit. Covers principles, formulas and math, safety, history of IBEW/NECS's structure, and tools of the trade. Introduces resistance in a DC series circuit.

EART 1310      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 1B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches voltage functions, resistance, how current reacts, current dividers, and how to calculate power in a DC parallel circuit and DC combination circuits. Covers principles of magnetism and electromagnetism, electrical generators, superposition to circuit calculations, DC theory principles and aluminum conductors. Introduces the National Electric Code, blue prints.

EART 1320      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 2A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches NEC code book skills, Local union by-laws, AC/DC theory, three phase systems, AC resistive circuits, capacitors, diodes, and rectifiers. Covers electrical test instruments, multimeters, oscilloscope, inductance, vectors, RL circuits.

EART 1330      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 2B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches LC circuits, LCR circuits, transformers, three-phase systems. Covers benders, wiring methods, conductor ampacity, branch circuits and feeders, lighting and receptacles, cable assemblies, boxes and fittings. Reviews blueprints and NEC.

EART 2110      (Active/WorkFlow) Semiconductors Devices 6.0 : 5.0 : 3.0    F Prerequisite(s):EART 1250, EART 1260, and EART 1270; or departmental approval Introduces basic semiconductor theory. Examines the concept of the pn junction. Covers various diodes and their applications. Presents bipolar junction transistors (BJTs). Studies field-effect transistors (FETs). Covers power amplifiers. Introduces thyristors and other special semiconductor devices. Includes lecture, demonstrations, and lab work.

EART 2150      (Active/WorkFlow) Hydraulics and Pneumatics 3.0 : 2.0 : 3.0    F Prerequisite(s):EART 1250, EART 1260, and EART 1270; or departmental approval Covers the fundamentals of hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems used in industrial applications. Studies pumps, motors, directional and flow control valves, cylinders, transmission, and fluids. Emphasizes maintenance, safety, and environmental problems. Examines troubleshooting techniques and blueprint/print reading. Completers should be able to work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems in correlation with related industrial electrical applications at entry-level jobs in the electrical maintenance field. Includes lecture, demonstration, and lab work.

EART 2160      (Active/WorkFlow) Industrial Solid State Circuit 5.0 : 3.0 : 6.0    F Prerequisite(s):EART 1250, EART 1260, and EART 1270; or departmental approval Covers theory and operation of industrial solid state power circuits, integrated circuit operational amplifiers, and AC/DC motor drives. Completers should have job entry-level competence in advanced industrial control with solid state control circuits, amplifiers, and variable speed drives. Includes lecture, demonstrations, and lab work.

EART 2250      (Active/WorkFlow) Programmable Logic Controllers 1 5.0 : 3.0 : 6.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 2110, EART 2150, and EART 2160; or departmental approval Covers the theory, programming and industrial control system applications of small and medium sized programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Studies basic maintenance and troubleshooting techniques for programmable logic controllers. Includes lecture, demonstration, print reading, and lab projects with hands-on experience. Completers should be able to work in industry in related work at entry-level positions with safety and environmental awareness.

EART 2260      (Active) Advanced Logic 3.0 : 2.0 : 3.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 2110, EART 2150, and EART 2160; or departmental approval Covers theory and industrial applications of Comparators, Decoders, Encoders, Multiplexers, Demultiplexers, Latches (SR and D), Flip Flops (SR, D, and JK), One-shots, Timers, Counters, and Shift Registers. Includes lecture, demonstrations, and lab projects with hands-on experience. Emphasizes implementation and troubleshooting of logic circuits. Completers should be able to work in industry in related work at entry-level positions with safety and environmental awareness.

EART 2270      (Active) Programmable Logic Controllers 2 6.0 : 4.0 : 6.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 2110, EART 2150, and EART 2160; or departmental approval Covers the theory, implementation, and application of advanced Programmable Logic Controller instructions, functions, programming techniques, and data communications. Studies basic programming language and industrial control applications. Includes lecture, demonstration, and lab projects with hands-on experience. Completers should be able to work in industry at entry-level positions with safety and environmental awareness.

EART 2310      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 3A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):Departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Teaches installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair of AC motor controls. Covers the proper use of hand tools and test equipment used in the maintenance of AC motor controllers.

EART 2320      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 3B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):Departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Covers theory of operation of electronic devices used in industrial control systems. Studies test equipment and procedures used in installation maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic control circuits. Introduces basic theory and operation of instrumentation and process control equipment.

EART 2330      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 3A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches Kirchhoff's laws, Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, diodes, single phase power supplies, transducers, transistors, switching and biasing techniques. Covers silicon controlled rectifiers (SCR), triacs and diacs, unijunction transistor, amplifiers, field effect transistors, ICs and OP AMPs, IC timers, electronic applications, and industrial prints. Reviews DC/AC theory.

EART 2340      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 3B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches grounding, cause and effect of electrical faults, grounding components, grounding connections, grounding of electrical systems, systems and circuit grounding requirements for 1kV and over. Introduces earth testing, transformer overcurrent protection, proper applications of fuses, short circuits calculations, electrical load calculations, calculating the parameters of range loads. Review three phase transformers, WYE & DELTA connections.

EART 2350      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 4A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches lightening protection systems, AC fractional horsepower motors, repulsion, DC and universal motors, polophase motors, AC motors, manual starters and magnetic coils, relays and timers, controls, clutches and drives. Covers motor control drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

EART 2360      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 4B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval For electrical union apprentices. Teaches characteristics of logics circuits, AND logic, OR logic, amplifiers, NAND and NOR logic, XOR and XNOR logic, fiber optic theory and installation, optoelectronic devices. Covers motor speed control, series resonance, parallel resonance, filters, power factor, power quality, power harmonics, cable trays, motor branch circuits. Introduces Boolean algebra, hazardous locations, methods and equipment.

EART 2370      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 5A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval Designed for fifth year electrical union apprentices. Teaches fire alarms, advanced technology systems, smoke detectors, fire alarm installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Introduces instrumentation, calibration and telephone wiring. Covers fundamentals of flow, pressure, level, temperature, control valves, pneumatics, controllers, and sexual harassment.

EART 2380      (Active) Electrical Union Apprentice 5B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Not 06-07 Prerequisite(s):Departmental Written Approval Designed for fifth year electrical union apprentices. Teaches fundamentals, troubleshooting and electrical controls for air conditioning/refrigeration systems. Introduces Cable faults, security systems, small programmable controllers. Covers programming timers and counters, data manipulation, emergency system installation requirements.

EART 2410      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 4A 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    F Prerequisite(s):EART 2320 or departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Studies industrial motor control with particular attention to the National Electrical Code and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Explores the fundamental parts of a PLC and motor control systems. Includes print reading.

EART 2420      (Active) Electrical Apprentice 4B 5.0 : 5.0 : 0.0    Sp Prerequisite(s):EART 2410 or departmental written approval For electrical apprentices. Reviews DC and AC theory, electrical circuits and circuit calculations, transformers, motors, and motor control circuits. Studies the calculation of single and three phase loads, service entrance size, feeder and branch circuit capacity, wire and conduit size, and voltage drops. Includes a comprehensive study of all chapters of the National Electrical Code with an emphasis placed on the preparation for taking the Utah State Journeyman Exam. Includes print reading and problem solving. Completers should be prepared to take the Utah Journeyman Exam, provided they have completed all State requirements.

EART 2450      (Active) Hydraulics and Pneumatics Fundamentals 2.0 : 2.0 : 0.0    On Sufficient Demand This course addresses the fundamentals of hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems used in industrial applications. Focus is on pumps, motors, directional and flow control valves, cylinders, transmission, and fluids. Emphasizes maintenance, safety and environmental problems as well as troubleshooting techniques and blue print reading. Includes lectures, demonstrations and CD instructional material.

EART 245L      (Active) Hydraulics and Pneumatics Fundamentals Laboratory 1.0 : 0.0 : 3.0    On Sufficient Demand Corequisites(s):EART 2450 This course addresses the fundamentals of hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems used in industrial applications. Focus is on the use of pumps, motors, directional and flow control valves, cylinders, transmission, and fluids. Emphasis is on maintenance, safety and environmental problems, as well as troubleshooting techniques and blueprint reading.

EART 281R      (Active) Cooperative Work Experience 1.0 to 8.0 : 0.0 : 5.0 to 40.0    Su, F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Approval of Department Chair Provides paid on-the-job work experience that relates to Electrical Automation and Robotics Technology (EART) in the student's major. Work experience, the related class, and enrollment are coordinated by the EART Cooperative Coordinator. Completers must individually set and complete goals/learning objectives based on the job description from their work assignment.

EART 285R      (Active) Cooperative Correlated Class 1.0 : 1.0 : 0.0    Su, F, Sp Prerequisite(s):Approval of Department Chair Designed to identify on-the-job problems and to remedy those problems through in-class discussion and study. Focuses on preparing for, participating in, and utilizing the experiences available from working in a cooperative education/internship program.