Electronics Technology
14 courses · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ELTE 101 Survey of Electronics
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
A course giving an overview of the physics of direct and alternating current circuits, semiconductors, integrated circuits (IC's), magnetism, electromagnetism, and Ohms law. Application of these physical laws will be studied as they pertain to electrical power generation and distribution, alternative energy sources, electronic communication, computer technology and robotic controls. Throughout the course, the scientific method, scientific history, political and socio-economic aspects of electronics technology will be examined. The laboratory experiments facilitate hands-on use of electronic test equipment to allow the comprehension of the electrical principles to be displayed, providing the student the opportunity to witness the laws of physics, chemistry and mathematics as they apply to the electrical/electronic principles.
ELTE 105 Introduction to Robotics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
Intended for students who are interested in robotics and other applications for electronically controlled mechanical systems. Uses and applications for robotics, mechanical platforms, power sources, sensors, and basic controls will be covered. Students will construct and operate various small-scale robots.
ELTE 110 Electronic Mathematics
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours, 72 contact hours total
Scientific notation, manipulation of algebraic expressions, basic trigonometry, logarithms, Boolean algebra, and use of electronic calculators. Emphasis is on using mathematics as a tool for understanding the principles of electronics.
ELTE 125 Direct Current and Alternating Current Principles
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 81 lecture hours, 27 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ELTE 110.
Basic concepts of direct current including voltage, current, power, and resistance. Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Laws are used to analyze series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Concepts of alternating current including voltage and current phasing, power factors, resistance, reactance and impedance. Capacitive and inductive circuits are included. Laboratory experiments reinforce theory and also teach proper use of test equipment and soldering techniques. Proper use of oscilloscopes and other test equipment is emphasized.
ELTE 130 Digital Circuit Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion or concurrent enrollment in ELTE 110 and 125.
Digital circuit concepts related to small and medium-scale integrated circuits. Includes Boolean algebra, basic logic gates, flip flops, and more complex combinational logic circuits such as multiplexers, decoders, counters, and displays. Laboratory exercises emphasize the use of IC specification books, troubleshooting, and use of test equipment. More advanced soldering techniques are also included.
ELTE 135 Analog Circuit Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of ELTE 125.
Covers basic analog devices and circuits related to electronic signal processing. Includes diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits. Applications include power supplies, amplifier circuits, and basic operational amplifier circuits. Use of test equipment and troubleshooting is emphasized.
ELTE 140 Microprocessor Systems I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours, 27 lab hours, 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ELTE 130.
The internal register set and basic microprocessor instructions are included in this course. Students write small programs to exercise registers and learn the concepts of the hardware/software interface. Basic input and output techniques introduce students to microprocessor controlled systems. Students who have taken ELTE 180 have fulfilled the content of ELTE 140 and ELTE 220.
ELTE 145 Acceptability of Electronic Assemble
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion or concurrent enrollment in ELTE 110 and 125.
This course provides acceptance requirements for the manufacture of electrical and electronic assemblies, specifically in the areas of cable and wire harness assemblies, soldered electrical and electronic assemblies, and quality control testing and inspection.
ELTE 180 Microprocessor Systems
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of ELTE 130.
The internal register set and basic microprocessor instructions are included in this course. Students write small programs to exercise registers and learn the concepts of the hardware/software interface. Basic input and output techniques introduce students to microprocessor controlled systems. Covers topics related to interfacing microprocessors with other devices required for microprocessor controlled systems. Includes; bus structures, addressing, memory, input, output, device control techniques, and the relationships between hardware and software. Emphasis in the lab is on troubleshooting hardware/software systems. Students who have taken ELTE 140 and ELTE 220 have fulfilled the content of this course.
ELTE 199 Work Experience Education
- Units
- 1-8
- Hours
- 432 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Students must also attend a scheduled orientation or meet individually with the supervising instructor for an individual orientation. Work Experience Education is supervised employment designed to provide students with a realistic learning experience through work in the technical work environment. The ultimate goal is to teach students skills and attitudes that will equip them to function and adapt as employees in various situations and jobs in the technical field. Work Experience Education is supervised employment extending classroom-based occupational learning in an on-the-job learning situation related to the technical working environment. Credit may be accrued at the rate of one to eight units per semester.
ELTE 220 Microprocessor Systems II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of ELTE 140.
A continuation of ELTE 140, and covers topics related to interfacing microprocessors with other devices required for microprocessor controlled systems. Includes, bus structures, addressing, memory, input, output, device control techniques and the relationships between hardware and software. Emphasis in the lab is on troubleshooting hardware/software systems. Students who have taken ELTE 180 have fulfilled the content of ELTE 140 and ELTE 220.
ELTE 235 Electronic Communications I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of ELTE 135.
Prepares the student for entry into the rapidly expanding field of communications. Includes the analyzing of electrical signals, waveforms and harmonics, combining signals, amplitude modulation, and sideband communications, and the creating, amplifying and reproducing of signals. Knowledge gained is applied to real-world problem solving and verified in the laboratory by experiments.
ELTE 252 Introduction to Avionics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Completion of ELTE 130 and ELTE 135.
Introduction to the electronic systems used in aircraft navigation, communication and control. Emphasis on system purpose, terminology and function. Both ground and airborne systems will be covered.
ELTE 254 Radio Telephone License
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of ELTE 110 or ELTE 135.
A course designed to give the student a knowledge and understanding of FCC rules and regulations, skills to tune and adjust communication and broadcast transmitters, receivers and antennas, and associated knowledge required to pass the FCC Radio Telephone operator's license exam.