EL 223 - Electronic Fabrication

Credit Hours: 1

This course will provide an introduction to various electronic fabrication processes and techniques including: lab safety; soldering, desoldering and rework of through-hole and SMT printed-circuit boards; cable fabrication and testing; electromechanical construction project including layout, fabrication and assembly; use of drill press, shears, hole punch and bend brake; and electrical power wiring using the National Electrical Code.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

perform electromechanical fabrication using variety of tools;
demonstrate soldering and desoldering techniques for through-hole and SMT components;
demonstrate wiring techniques, including power wiring in accordance with NEC; and
identify components, and perform and verify assemblies.

Prerequisites: EL 154, EL 158
F/S (N)