2020-2021 College Catalog

Basic Electronics Technician TCC

Basic Electronics Technician TCC (Major Code: BB71)

Program Description

The Basic Electronics Technician Certificate will give students a basic understanding of electronic circuits. Students will take courses on DC circuits, AC circuits and soldering techniques. This will prepare them for a career as an Electrician Technician 1 or equivalent.

Career Information

Occupation

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 8.4% nationally and 4.7% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $40,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.

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Admission Requirements

General College Admissions Requirements

Program Contact Information

Sheba Stepps

Instructor, Electrical Construction

Academic Building C2317

404-225-4006

sstepps@atlantatech.edu

Program Length and Cost

Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 term
Program Credit Hours: 17
Estimated Program Cost: $2,311

Course Outline

Occupational Courses (17 Credits)

FYES 1001First Year Experience Seminar

3

ELCR 1005Soldering Technology

1

ELCR 1010Direct Current Circuits

6

ELCR 1020Alternating Current Circuits

7

Total Credit Hours: 17

 

Program Outcomes

1. The graduate will have developed a functional understanding of direct current theory and practical application.
2.. The graduate will have developed a functional understanding of alternating current theory and practical application.
3. The graduate will have developed the knowledge and skills to perform soldering tasks.

Note: This Program is Not Currently Eligible for Federal Financial Aid