Emphasis is on lab work using a PC to design software and hardware.
Lab projects include programming the microcontroller to run displays and timers and monitor sensors and switches. The second half of the course covers personal computers. Topics include circuit boards, devices, and software drivers in a personal computer. Emphasis is on lab work, assembling and disassembling PC's as well as maintaining, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing PC's. Topics include DC and AC electronics, use of test equipment, electronic components and basic circuit design.