Please note that only students already enrolled in this specialization have access to these course. The courses are not available to new applicants, as this specialization is no longer offered.
The Course List displayed here is for the most recent version of the program only.
Current students should always consult their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) on myDawson.
Term 1
Course Number
Course Name
C - L - H
Hrs
Concentration
201-943-DW
Applied Mathematics
3 - 2 - 3
75
Description:
In this course, students will review and expand on high school mathematics material. New material such as complex numbers and vectors are included with applications in electronics.
243-101-DW
Introduction to the Occupation
0 - 3 - 1
45
Description:
This course will provide students with information about career opportunities. It will review some of the skills needed in the field. Students will have the opportunity to meet with prospective employers and learn about the latest trends in the industry.
243-111-DW
Combinational Circuits
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course discusses the fundamental principles and techniques related to digital electronics. A variety of digital elements are introduced and used in laboratory experiments using various equipment and circuit simulation software.
243-114-DW
Direct Current Circuits
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course provides the fundamental concepts of analog electronics. A variety of laws and theories are introduced and verified in laboratory experiments using components, equipment and circuit simulation software.
For the Electronics Engineering Technology course (201-NYA-05 Electronics Engineering Technology), students will learn limits, continuity, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, integrals, applications of derivatives, and integrals to Electronics Engineering Technology. For the Chem-Tech course (201-NYA-05 Chem Tech/Lab Tech), students will learn limits, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, integrals, applications of derivatives, areas, volumes and other applications of calculus related to their area of study.
243-212-DW
Sequential Circuits
3 - 3 - 3
90
Description:
This course will incorporate the basic logic elements from the Combinational Circuits course and utilize them in a clocked environment. A variety of digital elements are used in laboratory experiments using various test equipment and circuit simulation software.
243-216-DW
Alternating Current Circuits
3 - 3 - 3
90
Description:
In this course, students will investigate the electrical behavior of inductors and capacitors in both direct and alternating current circuit configurations.
General Education
603-102-MQ
Literary Genres
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of Literary Genres (603-102-MQ) courses.
345-102-MQ
World Views
3 - 0 - 3
45
Please see the Humanities Department's offering of World Views (345-102-MQ) courses.
109-10x-MQ
PhysEd 101 or 102
Please see the Physical Education department's offering of courses for:
This course will build on the concepts developed in the two previous courses on the subject. These concepts will be applied to digital devices designed using a Hardware Description Language (HDL). The operation and use of a variety of other highly integrated digital devices will also be examined. The course concepts will be applied in a laboratory setting using the appropriate test instrumentation and simulation software.
243-316-DW
Linear Circuits
3 - 3 - 3
90
Description:
This course will introduce students to fundamentals of electronics with emphasis given to circuits composed of diodes, transistors, operational amplifiers, optocouplers, SCRs, DIACs and TRIACs.
243-321-DW
Networking Fundamentals
3 - 2 - 2
75
Description:
This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple Local Area Networks (LANs), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. Designing, calculating, and applying subnet masks and addresses to fulfill given requirements in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks will be covered. Practical laboratory experiments will be performed with a variety of networking components and software.
243-331-DW
Wireless Fundamentals
2 - 2 - 1
60
Description:
This course covers the basic theorems that explain both electric and magnetic fields and their interrelations. It explains the nature of the frequency spectrum and its various applications. It deals with the basic concepts of wireless systems, and the multiplexing (or combining) of multiple signals in a single channel.
243-341-DW
QA/QC
2 - 1 - 1
45
Description:
This course introduces students to Quality Assurance and Quality Control. It explains the differences between these two separate areas, along with their interdependent nature. The concepts of Quality Management, Standards, and Planning lead to the implementation of a Quality Control Plan and the various methods of analysis. Students will have the opportunity to develop several plans on their own.
General Education
603-103-MQ
Literary Themes
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of Literary Themes (603-103-MQ) courses.
109-10x-MQ
PhysEd 101 or 102
Please see the Physical Education department's offering of courses for:
This course will introduce the student to the syntax, structure, and design of computer programs using a PC based programming environment to develop and test programs for general and hardware oriented applications.
243-416-DW
Power Supplies
0 - 3 - 2
45
Description:
This lab oriented course introduces students to the fundamentals of power electronics and the power conditioning process. Experiments will be performed using various power devices, and the knowledge obtained will be utilized to design and construct various circuits such as DC motor controllers and switching power converters. Students will also learn how to interface such power circuits to various elements. Furthermore, proper assembly and soldering techniques will be introduced using copper printed circuit boards.
243-431-DW
System Analysis
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course describes the various system parameters used in determining the performance and optimization of various telecommunications. Computer simulations, as well as mathematical analysis and laboratory exercises are used to study and apply many of the theoretical concepts.
243-451-DW
Telephony
3 - 0 - 2
45
Description:
This course describes current analog and digital telephone systems. Both local and long distance networks are described, including routing, billing and signaling of voice networks. Also included are ISDN systems, and ADC and DAC techniques. Laboratory exercises give students practical experience in demonstrating and applying many of the theoretical concepts.
243-461-DW
Digital Modulation
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course examines different types of discrete (digital) signals used in communications systems. It builds on the concepts developed in the wireless fundamentals and previous digital courses. Students will learn how to check the operation of a wired and wireless digital communication system(s). Basic configurations of these systems will be explored. Troubleshooting concepts and proper measurement procedures will provide the foundation to servicing these systems. Laboratory exercises give students practical experience in demonstrating and applying many of the theoretical concepts.
243-471-DW
Analog Modulation
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course will introduce students to analog circuits that are used in the transmission and reception of information through systems and free-space. Various modulation and demodulation techniques along with their corresponding circuits will provide students with a practical experience.
In this course students will learn the internal structure and elements of a microprocessor-based device optimized for control applications. This will provide the knowledge necessary to interface and program a micro controller's peripheral devices. These methods will be investigated in a laboratory setting using various test equipment and software development tools.
243-518-DW
Electronic Techniques
0 - 3 - 1
45
Description:
In this course students will learn the various techniques used to construct and repair circuit board assemblies used in the electronics industry. The skills required to achieve this will be taught in a laboratory setting using hand tools and software commonly used in manufacturing environments.
243-551-DW
Telephone Systems
3 - 2 - 2
75
Description:
This course describes different aspects of current and emerging telephone systems. This includes the central office, VoIP, cell phone technology, etc. Computer simulations and analysis, in addition to laboratory exercises, are used to study and apply many of the concepts.
243-573-DW
RF Systems
3 - 3 - 2
90
Description:
This course describes both Analog and Digital Radio, TV, and Satellite systems. It incorporates the various aspects of these structures, including delivery options as well as the operation and maintenance of these systems. Computer simulations, including detailed laboratory exercises, are used to study and apply many of these concepts. Emphasis is placed on modern measurement technologies and instrumentation.
243-582-DW
Fundamentals of Fibre Optics
3 - 2 - 2
75
Description:
This course describes the various types of fibre optic cables, connector types, and light sources. Laboratory exercises will give students practical experience in demonstrating and applying various power measurements.
In recent years a number of new technologies have come into widespread use by the general public.These include such structures as GPS [global positioning satellite systems], RFID [miniature radio tags to identify both organic and inorganic subjects], Wireless Local Area Networks, etc. The purpose of this course is to describe these new technologies and to offer students the opportunity to use them as much as possible.
243-632-DW
Installation of Systems
2 - 3 - 1
75
Description:
This lab-oriented course focuses on cable management and installation, documentation, design, lab safety and on-the-job safety. Students will become familiar with cabling issues related to data and voice connections, media and transmissions practices, and customer support.
243-674-DW
Electromagnetic Fundamentals
3 - 2 - 2
75
Description:
This course will cover different transmission media topics, antennas, and impedance matching between RF modules with practical system based experiments that extensively use the RF network analyzer.
243-682-DW
Fibre Optic Systems
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course deals with optical node commissioning, including fusion splicing and OTDR & link budgeting of various fibre optic systems. Students will be involved with identifying system requirements, configuring optical nodes as well as ensuring appropriate data throughput and transmission.
243-699-DW
Telecommunications Project
0 - 7 - 2
105
Description:
This course enables the final year student to integrate the knowledge and experience that he or she has acquired from the various program disciplines into one major project. The project will embrace design and simulation with productivity software used to track the student's deliverables. This in turn, will enable the student to integrate his or her various system elements into a final project. Furthermore, additional skills learned in other courses such as producing a quality plan, cost estimates and technical document generation will also be included in the overall project completion.
410-963-DW
Communication in the Workplace
2 - 1 - 1
45
Description:
The Communications in the Workplace course is offered to students who are interested in understanding the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication in the workplace. This course offers a small window to the professional business world. Communications has been impacted by advanced office technology and effective modes of presentation, written and verbal communications still remain a challenge due to the complexity of human response.
General Education
345-BXH-DW
Applied Ethics in Humanities
3 - 0 - 3
45
Please see the Humanities Department's offering of Applied Ethics (345-BXH-MQ) courses.
