Faculty Syllabus

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws and circuit analysis techniques. Emphasis on circuit analysis of resistive networks and DC measurements. Includes steady state analysis of magnetism, electromagnetism, inductance, and capacitance.

• Credit Hours: 4
• Classroom Contact hours per week: 3
• Laboratory Contact hours per week: 3

COURSE RATIONALE:

This course is the first introduction to basic electronics and circuits. It serves as the feeder to the majority of certificate and AAS degree programs of the Engineering Technology department, and is the pre-requisite for the subsequent course CETT-1405, AC Circuits. The material covered in the course serve as the foundational skills that are important to students pursuing a program in electronics-engineering technology or area of study.

PREREQUISITES:

MATD 0370/NCBM 0270 or higher; or instructional program approval

Lab Kit:           Adafruit Parts Pal supplied by the department

Scientific Calculator:  non graphing; We recommend TI 36X Pro or TI 30X IIS.

Use of Blackboard: All class materials will be made available on Blackboard. Grades will be entered in Blackboard so you can track progress under “Gradebook” tab

You should have your textbook, notebook, pencils & calculator with you at all times during the class sessions.

Introductory Circuit Analysis, 14th edition, by Boyledstad

ISBN-10: 0137594115, ISBN-13: 9780137594115

Will be provided by department and available on Blackboard in “First Day Course Materials” folder

Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 – Voltage and Current
Chapter 3 - Resistance
Chapter 4 – Ohm’s Law, Power, and Energy
Chapter 5 – Series DC Circuits
Chapter 6 – Parallel DC Circuits
Chapter 7 – Series-Parallel DC Circuits
Chapter 8 – Methods of Analysis
Chapter 9 – Network Theorems
Chapter 10 – Capacitors
Chapter 12 – Magnetic Circuits

The student will apply safety techniques while working on and troubleshooting various circuits and components.

1. The student will identify appropriate soldering and de-soldering techniques.
2. The student will interpret color codes and other descriptors used in electronics.
3. The student will operate computers and application software.
4. The student will demonstrate appropriate use of shop tools.
5. The student will identify various sources of electricity in DC and AC circuits.
6. The student will interpret characteristics of voltage, current, resistance, and power in DC circuits.
7. The student will measure voltage, current, and resistance in DC circuits using appropriate measuring devices.
8. The student will analyze DC circuits using appropriate mathematical formulas such as Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff’s Law, and the power formula.
9. The student will troubleshoot various circuits using schematic diagrams. 

The student will operate test equipment; identify various sources of electricity in direct current (DC) circuits; analyze DC circuits using applicable mathematical formulas; and troubleshoot various DC

1.Introduction: The use of generative AI (GAI) is permitted in this course under certain conditions and   with instructor approval for the purposes of enhancing learning while maintaining academic integrity.

2.Rationale: GAI is permitted to foster technological fluency and to leverage advanced tools for research, projects and other relevant assignments, as long as it does not substitute for the students’ original work, critical thinking and learning.

3.Definition of GAI: Generative AI encompasses technologies that create content through learned patterns and data without direct human input.

4.Usage Permissions: Permitted: GAI can be used for initial research, idea generation, and learning coding practices. It is not to be used for final submissions unless explicitly cited and discussed. Students should check with their instructors for approval before using AI in their assignments.

5. Resources: The ACC Library provides guidance on the ethical and effective use of GAI . Additional resources may be provided by your instructor.

6.Assessment: Contributions of GAI must be clearly cited and will be assessed on the student’s ability to critically analyze and integrate the AI-generated content.

7.Penalties: Misuse of GAI, including a failure to cite, will be considered a breach of academic integrity, with consequences including a failing grade for the assignment and academic review.

8.Exceptions: Should the technology be required as an accommodation, exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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(Last Update 1/07/2026)

• Engineering Technology & Advanced Manufacturing Students who are seeking a degree or certificate should visit with their assigned Area-Of-Study advisor. To find out who your assigned advisor is, go to Find My Advisor and follow the steps using MyACC. If you have not been assigned an advisor, then please visit the Advising Office on your campus or fill out the Contact ACC Advising form and someone will get back to you.

For online advising, please go to the following site:

https://students.austincc.edu/advising/online-advising/

High School students taking classes in dual enrollment or as part of an academy or institute will have different advisors and counselors assigned to them. For help finding advising support for High School students, contact the ACC Office of College & High School Relations.

• All students are expected to check their ACC gmail regularly throughout the semester. We will be sending pertinent information about scholarships, the course schedule, job & internship opportunities, Microsoft Azure free student software program, career fairs, special events, and etc. Your instructor will communicate with you through Blackboard Announcement and Email.