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EST 53 – Lab Safety –

We are all in uncharted territory. This is likely the first online only class for many of you. Some elements of the course will be different, others will remain the same. There will still be reading and assignments with exams. I will endeavor to give you as close to the same experience you would have in an on campus course.

I will not be requiring a textbook. If you wish to purchase it you may use it as supplemental. The book is a good one. I will provide online resources, webpages and videos, to cover what would normally be assigned as reading.

I will make myself available for questions in addition to my office hours. Also please feel free to contact me via my email with any questions.

 Instructor:      Russel Lane            

Dates: 8/11/20-10/8/20

Office:             T-501D

Office:             T 500 Building Room T-501B

Phone:             559.442.4600, ext. 8717

Division Office: 559.442.8273

E-Mail:             russel.lane@fresnocitycollege.edu

Office Hours:

ZOOM video conference office hours.

M         10-11a

T          12-1p

W        12-1p

H         12-1p

F          6-7p

We can talk "face to face" and share screens through ConferZoom. I recommend downloading the app on your computer when you are prompted, as the program runs best using this. You should use Chrome or Firefox when working with Zoom.

The invitation follows:

Meeting ID

374 449 8459

https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/3744498459

 

Textbook, not required:      

Paynter,R Introduction to Electricity Prentice Hall 2015

Course Description:  Introduction to the proper and safe use of hand tools, electrical devices/instruments, and component identification, and general circuit assembly procedures. There are no prerequisites for this course. Eligibility for English 1A is recommended.

Courses require a minimum of 3 hours of student work per week, per unit, including class time and/or demonstrated competency, for each unit of credit.

Course Objectives
1. Safely and appropriately use basic electrical hand tools.
2. Safely and correctly use soldering equipment to construct a circuit and/or electrical connection.
3. Safely and properly use electrical test equipment in testing, analyzing, and troubleshooting electrical circuits/components.
to industry standards as determined by the instructor.
CSLO's
1. Correctly construct and evaluate electrical circuits and test the circuit safely and with the appropriate electrical instrument.
Attendance policy:  In accordance with FCC policy missing more than 2 weeks of class may result in a drop/fail grade. Each class session is worth 1 week of class. You may not miss more than two classes. A tardy is 10 minutes late, 2 Tardy = 1 Absence. There is no extra credit available for this course. Please note that attendance will be taken by the completion of assignments.

Required materials:

Please bring text, pen/pencil, paper and calculator to each class session.

 Grading:

90% and above-          A

80%-89%-                    B

70%-79%-                    C

60%-69%-                    D

59% and below-          F

 

Quizzes/Assignments 40%

Participation               10%

Test 1                          15%

Test 2                          15%

Final                             20%

 

Late assignments will not be accepted unless arrangements are made ahead of time at the instructor’s discretion.
By proceeding and remaining in this class you release the instructor and college from any liability associated with classroom activities.

Academic accommodations: If an academic accommodation is required, prior documentation is required at the beginning of the course.

DSP&S Statement:
Fresno City College is committed to creating accessible learning environments consistent with federal and state law. To obtain academic adjustments or auxiliary aids, students must be registered with the DSP&S office on campus. DSP&S can be reached at (559) 442-8237 and is located in Building 1. If you are already registered with the DSP&S office, please provide your Notice of Accommodation form as soon as possible.

Classroom conduct and expectations: 
Please be on time to class.
As a college course extra credit is not available.
Only students registered for the course are allowed for lecture, no Visitors please.
You may visit eLumen public login for a listing of the curriculum.
Please treat others with courtesy and respect.
Silence and do not use cell phones and any other electronic devices while class is in session.
Do not use electronic devices or other distractions in class.
Audio/Video recording is strictly prohibited.
Adhere to FCC’s policy of academic dishonesty and plagiarism.
Assignments and work may given but not collected or graded.

Online Requirements:
The course outline and topics covered will be provided on Canvas. Here you will find reading assignments, both from the text and other electronic resources. Homework and assignments will be listed here and given in lecture. Exams will be announced with the format and time allowed with scantrons or other materials needed.
You must create an account at least one website. You will need access to the material contained on ecmweb.com. You will need to post responses about course lectures at on Canvas, you may also receive links to additional course material. It is your responsibility to read this information for course discussion.

Revisions to the Syllabus may happen at any time throughout the course.
Lab Outline by Week
  1. Correctly setup a Direct Current power supply.
  2. Correctly setup and measure DC Voltage with a DMM/VOM in an electronic circuit.
  3. Correctly setup and measure DC Current with a DMM in an electronic circuit.
  4. Correctly setup and measure Resistance with a DMM in an electronic circuit.
  5. Correctly setup a function generator/Alternating Current power supply.
  6. Correctly setup and measure AC Voltage with a DMM/VOM in an electronic circuit.
  7. Correctly setup and measure AC Voltage with an oscilliscope in an electronic circuit.
  8. Correctly setup and measure AC Current with a DMM in an electronic circuit.
  9. Correctly setup and measure AC Current with an oscilliscope Current probe in an electronic circuit.Correctly setup and measure Frequency/time with an oscilliscope in an electronic circuit.Correctly solder various circuits/projects.

 

School Holidays:

HOLIDAY DATE
Labor Day 09/07/2020
Veterans Day 11/11/2020
Thanksgiving Day 11/26/2020 - 11/27/2020
Winter Break 12/14/2020 - 01/01/2021
Christmas Day 12/25/2020
New Years Day 01/01/2021

Course Summary:

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