Electronics & Robotics Technology
Instructor: Mr. Matt Undercofler
mundercofler@142.93.177.74
Cost: $6,500(Plus Kit and Certification Costs)
Hours: 900
Start Date: August 26, 2015
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-2:30 pm
The Electronics and Robotics Technology Program prepares students for careers in the electronics and communications fields or continuing education at a post- secondary institution. Program components include:
- troubleshooting and repair of electronic equipment such as computers, cell phones, CAT scanners, robots, security alarms, computer networks, gas instrumentation equipment, and alternative energy equipment.
- reading schematics
- electronic assembly
- industry OSHA safety standards
- A.C. and D.C. circuits and fundamentals
- semiconductors and solid state circuits
- operational amplifiers
- basic and advanced logic circuits
- power supplies and control circuits
- cable and fiber optic networking
- telecommunication principles
- Programming humanoid & industrial robotic systems
On the practical side of electronics, the following are taught: printed circuit board layout and manufacturing, chassis layout and construction; systems wiring and soldering; equipment breakdown and reassembly; projects (construction, testing and troubleshooting), and personal computer repair. In the second year of the program, students can obtain three industry recognized communication certifications: certified network specialist, certified fiber optics specialist, and certified integrated key phone and message specialist.
Areas of Instruction
Equipment Used:
- Analog and digital voltmeters
- Oscilloscopes
- Signal Generators
- Frequency counters
- Hand Tools
- Network Testers
- Fiber Optic Analyzer
Topics Covered:
- Computers, LANs
- Consumer Electronics
- Biomedical Electronics
- Automotive Electronics
Career Opportunities:
- Computer Network Specialist Technician
- Home Entertainment Integrated System Technician
- Electronics Technician
- Commercial Telephone Installer and Repair Technician
- Automotive Electronics Technician
- Telecommunication Technician
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician
- Electrical Engineering Technologist
- Computer Repair Technician
Salary Information:
Salaries range from $12/hour entry level to $42/hour with experience and certifications. Job opportunity and placement are good due to the development of more electronic systems and expanding technology.
College Credits:
Graduates of the Electronics program at Clearfield County Career & Technology Center can receive advanced standing when pursuing an Associate Degree in Electronics Technology. As a result of an articulation agreement between Clearfield County Career & Technology Center and Penn College of Technology, CCCTC graduates can be awarded up to 12 college credits for work completed at CCCTC. The awarding of the credits results in a substantial tuition credit at Penn College of Technology. Beginning in 2008-2009, students will also have the opportunity to dual enroll with CCCTC and Penn College of Technology. More details will be released as they become available. Students can also participate in a dual enrollment program with Pennsylvania Highlands Community College which allows them to obtain up to 22 credits towards an Associate Degree in Electronics Engineering.
