Wireless Communications - AAS Degree (2007-2008)
Willmar (72 Credits) - Education Plan

This program emphasizes understanding of radio frequency fundamentals, employing a systems approach along with component-level troubleshooting and analysis. Systems integration and networking are also studied. This multi-faceted approach to understanding the operation and troubleshooting of communication systems enables graduates to become effective technicians in the wireless industry.

Wireless Communications graduates are currently employed by various wireless companies and government agencies, including Rural Cellular Communications, Nextel, AT & T, Qwest, Nortel, MnDOT, Minneapolis Police Department, Hennepin County Sheriff's Department, the FBI, and many others.

Both electronics programs require the same core courses for the first two semesters. Students choose between Electronics Technicians and Wireless Communications near the end of the second semester.
 
Course Outline
 
Required Courses
(20 Courses)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
ELEC 1311 Electronics Lab I 3 
ELEC 1312 Practical Electronics Lab II 3 
ELEC 1411 Electronic Circuits I 4 
ELEC 1412 Electronics Circuits II 3 
ELEC 1511 Semiconductors I 3 
ELEC 1512 Semiconductors II 4 
ELEC 1611 Digital Logic I 3 
ELEC 1612 Digital Logic II 4 
ELEC 2313 Introduction to RF Communications 2 
ELEC 2413 Power Supplies 2 
ELEC 2513 Introduction to Microprocessors 4 
ELWC 2633 Wireless Communictions Circuit Analysis 4 
ELWC 2634 Telecommunication Systems 4 
ELWC 2733 Radio Communication System Fundamentals 4 
ELWC 2734 Advanced Radio Communication Systems 4 
ENGL 121 College Composition I - Critical Reading & Writing 3 
GSWS 1451 First Aid/Safety 1 
MATH 112 College Algebra 4 
MATH 116 Trigonometry 3 
PHYS 101 College Physics 4 
Total Credits: 66  
 
Elective Courses
(these courses are not required but are recommended)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
ELEC 1712 Networking Concepts 3 
ELEC 2614 Electronic Product Development and Manufacturing 2 
ELEC 2833 Networking Configuration 2 
ELWC 2834 Voice and Radio over IP Networking 2 
ELWC 2934 Wireless Technician Certification 2 
 
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
Choose from Goal areas 5 and 6 to complete the MnTC requirements.
See your advisor to select courses that fulfill this requirement.
Total Credits: 6  
 
Total AAS Degree Credits: 72