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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Digital Instrumentation and Process Control, A.A.S.
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The Digital Instrumentation and Process Control program is designated as a Statewide Program; therefore, some residents of Maryland enrolled in this program of study on the first day of the term may be eligible for in-county tuition rates for courses required for program completion.
The Digital Instrumentation and Process Control program prepares students for a career in the growing area of microprocessor based instrument technology and integrated manufacturing, commercial and other control systems. Built upon a solid foundation of technical skills in electricity and electronics, students will learn the functions and features of a variety of digital instrumentation components and systems used in commercial as well as industrial settings. Students will learn about PLCs, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), PAC and microcomputer control systems, and how to implement and service these systems. The methods of instruction include hands-on training as well as classroom instruction using equipment and software typically found in various industries. This A.A.S. program is a career degree, preparing students for the workforce after graduation. However, students can opt to transfer to a four-year program rather than start a career, but should confer with advisors and transferring institutions for specific requirements.
Program Pathways
Fall Admission Cohort:
| First Year Fall |
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First Year Spring |
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
MAT 114
or
MAT 160 |
Introduction to Applied Algebra
or
Precalculus I |
3 |
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Gen Ed |
English
*(ENG 112 is preferred) |
3 |
| ELE 110 |
Fundamentals of Electricity |
4 |
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PHS 103
or
PHY 201 |
General Physical Science (3 Credits)
or
General Physics I (4 Credits)
*(transfer students should take PHY 201 ) |
3 |
| Gen Ed |
Arts/Humanities |
3 |
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ELE 101 |
Industrial Networking |
3 |
| ELE 102 |
Analog Electronics |
3 |
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ELE 105 |
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers |
3 |
| ELE 106 |
Digital Electronics |
3 |
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ELE 113 |
Instrumentation and Process Control I |
3 |
| TOTAL |
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16 |
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TOTAL |
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15 |
| Second Year Fall |
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Second Year Spring |
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
| ADM 102 |
Introduction to PLCs |
3 |
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ADM 203 |
PLC Applications |
3 |
| Gen Ed |
Behavioral/Social Sciences |
3 |
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Gen Ed |
Diversity |
3 |
| ELE 213 |
Instrumentation and Process Control II |
3 |
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ELE 235 |
Advanced Concepts and Applications of Instrumentation and Controls |
3 |
| ELE 204 |
Electrical Machines |
3 |
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ELE 205 |
Process Technology Equipment and Systems |
2 |
| Elective |
Choose in consultation with an advisor |
3 |
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Elective |
Choose in consultation with an advisor |
3 |
| TOTAL |
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15 |
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TOTAL |
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14 |
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General Education Requirements (18-19 Credits)
Behavioral/Social Sciences
Biological/Physical Science
*(transfer students should take PHY 201)
English
*A minimum grade of “C” or better is required for one course from the English category.
Program Requirements (36 Credits)
Free Electives (5-6 Credits)
Electives should be selected in consultation with an advisor. Some recommended courses are listed below:
Degree Requirement (60 Credits)
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