Mechatronics Learning Guides
Q INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICITY and ELECTRONICS
☐ Q01 Hand Tool Identification
☐ Q03 Proper Disposal of Electronic Waste/Recycling
☐ Q04 Soldering/Desoldering through Hole Technology
☐ Q07 D.C./Basic Electronic Terms
☐ Q09 Series/Parallel Circuits
☐ Q10 Resistor Identification and Testing
☐ Q11 Use and Operation of a Multimeter
☐ Q13 Inductors, Inductance and Transformers
☐ Q14 Capacitor Identification and Testing
☐ Q15 Diode Testing and Identification
☐ Q16 Transistor Identification and Testing
☐ Q18 Basic Use of the Signal Generator
☐ Q19 Basic Use of the Oscilloscope
☐ Q21 Switched Mode Power Supply Theory
☐ Q22 Construct and Analyze an AC/DC Power Supply
R WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS
☐ R01 Radio Wave Propagation and Modes of Transmission
☐ R02 Transmission Lines and Antennas
☐ R03 Super Heterodyne Receiver
☐ R04 Construct a Heterodyne Receiver
☐ R05 Use of the Communications Service Monitor
☐ R06 Two-Way Radio, Cell Phone, and PCS
☐ R07 Antenna and CATV Systems
☐ R08 Dish Antenna Installation
S COMPUTER/TV DISPLAYS
☐ S02 The Computer Monitor Block Diagram
☐ S04 Direct View Technologies
T ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMS/
MANUFACTURING/AUTOMATED PROCESSES
☐ T03 Electrical Symbols and Components
☐ T04 Electrical Wiring and Industrial Controls
☐ T05 DC Motors and Generators
☐ T06 AC Motors and Generators
☐ T08 Programmable Logic Controllers and Digital Logic
☐ T09 Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing
☐ T10 Subtractive Manufacturing/Milling – 2D PCB design
U AUDIO SYSTEMS
☐ U01 Analog Audio Formats/Theory
☐ U02 Digital Audio Formats/Theory
☐ U07 Speakers and Crossover Networks
V ALARMS AND BUILDING AUTOMATION
☐ V03 Install a Home Automation System
☐ V05 Install a Video Surveillance System
W WIRED COMMUNICATIONS/TELECOMMUNICATIONS
☐ W01 Telecommunications Cabling☐ W02 Identify Cables and Connectors
☐ W03 Install RJ45, BNC, and F connectors
☐ W04 Use and Operation of the Cable/LAN Analyzer
X CERTIFICATIONS
☐ X01 Prepare for the ETA Certified Electronic Technician Credential
☐ X03 Prepare for the NOCTI Exam
☐ X04 Prepare for the Customer Service Specialist Credential
XX EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
☐ XX01 Identify Job Requirements
☐ XX02 Perform a Job Search
☐ XX03 Prepare a Job Application
☐ XX04 Participate in a Job Interview
☐ XX05 Demonstrate Knowledge of Paycheck Principles
☐ XX06 Demonstrate Knowledge of Employee/Employer Relations