Starting August 18, 2009, Chabot is offering new courses in Electronic
Systems Technology. Learn about this exciting field and prepare
yourself for the technical careers of the 21st century!
Ready to start this Fall? Click HERE
Fall 2011 Courses with NO PREREQUISITES
ESYS-50 - Introduction to Electronic Systems Technology
Introduction to electronic
systems and circuits. Overview of career opportunities and job duties with
electronic systems technology. Direct current and alternating current
circuits including Ohm's law and Kirchhoff's laws. Measurement and
characterization of electronic systems at the block diagram level.
Laboratory practice includes the proper use of standard test instruments.
ESYS-51 - Fabrication Techniques for Electronic Systems Technology
Prototype development
includes sheet metal, printed circuit board layout and fabrication,
connection and soldering techniques, use of hand tools, and machines in
electronic fabrication. Use of computer software tools as applied to
electronic fabrication.
ESYS-53 - Personal Computer Systems
Preparation for the CompTIA
A+ Essentials certification exam. Basic computer hardware and operating
systems, covering skills such as installation, building, upgrading,
repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing and
preventive maintenance, with additional elements of security and softskills.
The Essentials Exam validates the basic skills needed by any entry-level
service technician regardless of job environment.
ESYS-59 -
Communication Network Systems
Introduction to
communications concepts, data communications, networking, and
internetworking. Includes part, but not all, of the objectives for the
Network+ certification exam. Review of major network components: hardware,
software, protocols (TCP/IP), topologies, and cabling. Overview of LAN
administration, setup, and installation. 
