Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID.S.STC

Short-term Technical Certificate - 6 - 7 Credit Hours

Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Electronics Engineering Technology
Effective as of Fall 2022

What is the program about?

This program is an introduction to the basics of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) principles with a business or engineering technology orientation. Various RFID technologies, RFID project planning and implementation of basic business solutions or RFID hardware setup, maintenance and troubleshooting will be covered. Emphasis is on a team approach to management and technology aspects of design and implementation of a basic system.

Program Outcomes

• Design and implement a basic RFID system based on business aspects of cost effectiveness, viability and integration of supply chain principles.
• Determine the appropriate vendor sourcing and selection criteria and apply this reasoning in case study analysis.
• Define the terms and technology surrounding RFID systems and the situations in which RFID is appropriately used.

Career Opportunities

There is an ever-increasing use and adaptation of RFID technology in business, manufacturing and the defense industry.

Credentials

The RFID.STC will prepare students for the Comp TIA RFID+ Certification.