Electronics Installer Certificate Courses

Suggested Sequence of Study

The following suggested sequence of study is for new full-time students starting the program Fall 2024.

When you’re ready to register for classes, visit Self-Service, Student Planning. This will show you your specific program requirements and how you’re doing so far.

Please note that course offerings and costs can change. See what’s included in the cost calculation.

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Course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite

8WK1 Course meets the first 8 weeks of the semester

8KW2 Course meets the second 8 weeks of the semester

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Semester 1

Course		Note	Credits	Cost
ELT-290	DC Electricity This course presents basic concepts of electricity and electronics and the application of these concepts to direct current circuits. This course assumes no previous knowledge of electricity or electronics. An understanding of algebra is required. Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64 Pre/Co-requisite(s): A minimum grade of D- in MAT-504.	8WK1	4	$1320.00
ELT-291	AC Electricity This course presents basic concepts of electricity and electronics and the application of these concepts to alternating current circuits. This course is a continuation of the DC Electricity course. An understanding of algebra is required. Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64 Pre/Co-requisite(s): A minimum grade of D- in ELT-290 or MAT-504.	8WK2	4	$900.00
EGT-108	Principles of Engineering This course explores technology systems and manufacturing processes using the methodology of project-based engineering problem solving. Learning activities explore a variety of engineering disciplines and address the social and political consequences of technological change. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 64		3	$675.00
or EGT-410	PLTW - Principles of Engineering This course explores technology systems and manufacturing processes using the methodology of project-based engineering problem solving. Learning activities explore a variety of engineering disciplines and address the social and political consequences of technological change. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 64		3	$675.00
IND-100	Basic Mechanical Systems This course provides the student with introductory knowledge, skills in use of tools, and components by mechanics. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 32		2	$450.00
IND-111	Industrial Safety Mechanical Systems This course provides students with information required to understand industrial safety issues and procedures. Studies include job hazard awareness, lock-out/tag-out, egress, fire extinguishers, OSHA 10, material handling, and Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (SDS Sheets). Lecture Hours: 16		1	$284.00
MAT-504	Electronics Math I This course presents algebraic concepts, trigonometric concepts and problem solving as applied to electronics. Specific topics included are: algebraic mathematical operations, equations manipulation and solving, quadratic equations, systems of equations, determinants and matrixes, special products and factoring, graphing, trigonometric functions, solutions of triangles, exponents and radicals, complex number systems and elements of plane vectors. Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32 Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in MAT-060 or MAT-063. Or equivalent placement score. Co-requisite(s): ELT-291.		4	$900.00
or MAT-210	Calculus I The first in a calculus sequence, this course covers topics including functions and their graphs, limits, derivatives, applications of the derivative, and integrals. Lecture Hours: 64 Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in MAT-128 or MAT-134. Or appropriate placement scores: ACT 27; COMPASS TRIGONOMETRY 51-100.		4	$900.00

Total Credits: 18

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $4,529.00

Remaining course fees after the Last-Dollar Scholarship is applied: $479.00

Semester 2

Course		Credits	Cost
ELT-104	Electronics Drafting An introduction to drafting fundamentals including: two-dimensional, orthographic, and sectional. Auxiliary and pictorial; electronic symbols, devices, circuitry and systems, using CAD. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 64 Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in EGT-108 or EGT-410.	3	$675.00
or CAD-118	Technical Drawing and CAD This course will introduce hands-on technical drawing and computer-aided drafting and design. Basic drawing tools and computer hardware, software and file management will be discussed. Basic manual drawing and two-dimensional engineering CAD drawing creation will be covered. Various editing techniques in CAD will be examined. Manual drawings will be created; CAD drawings will be created, edited and plotted. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 64 Pre/Co-requisite(s): A minimum grade of D- in CSC-110, or EGT-108, or EGT-410. For non-majors, a student with basic computer proficiency can be enrolled with instructor consent.	3	$750.00
ELT-321	Operational Amplifiers This course is an introduction to operational amplifiers and their uses. This course provides the foundation for advanced courses in electronics circuit and systems by teaching the operating characteristics of operational amplifiers and circuit design using those devices. Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 32 Prerequisite(s): ELT-291 Pre/Co-requisite(s): MAT-514	3	$675.00
ELT-322	Electronics Devices This course is an introduction to electronic devices and their uses. This course provides the foundation for advanced courses in electronics circuit and systems by teaching the operating characteristics of electronic devices and circuit design using those devices. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 96 Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in ELT-291. Pre/Co-requisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in MAT-514.	4	$900.00
ELT-600	Applied Computer Programming This course introduces students to Visual C and LabView programming languages. The objective of this course is to provide students with the understanding of high level programming languages and programming techniques used in problem solving. Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 64	3	$675.00
MAT-514	Electronics Math II This course presents logarithms as applied to electronics; number systems for computers, Boolean algebra, mapping and statistics as used in the electronic industry. Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32 Prerequisite(s): MAT-504	4	$900.00

Total Credits: 17

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $3,825.00

Remaining course fees after the Last-Dollar Scholarship is applied: $0.00

Cost Calculations

The cost calculations are based on 2024–2025 resident tuition, fees, and any additional course fees. These are for informational purposes only and not a guarantee of what you'll be charged.

Course Cost: The course cost is calculated by multiplying resident tuition and fees per credit hour by the number of credits for the course, then adding any applicable course fees.
Total Tuition + Course Fees: This is the total tuition and course fees for all courses during the semester. If there are multiple courses that can fulfill the same requirement, we’ll use the first one listed for the calculation.

Additional Costs to Consider

When budgeting for your program, be sure to include the cost of books.

Keep in mind that some programs may have additional expenses, like tools, equipment, supplies, uniforms, exam fees, and background checks. Check with your faculty advisor for more details.

Program Contacts

Admissions

Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 134
319-296-4000
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Regular Hours — Spring 2025

Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Academic Advisor

Natasha Ceaser
Main Campus
Bremer Hall 136C
319-296-4014 ext.1062
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Faculty Advisor

Steve Novak
Main Campus
Bremer Hall 143
319-296-2329 ext.1308
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