(a) A combination of lectures, class discussion, tutorials, practicals and demonstrations will be used.
(b) Particular emphasis will be placed on active learning including problem/project based learning
Module Aim:
To introduce students to the field of electronics and in particular give them an appreciation of how different electronic sub circuits (which will be studied in more detail in subsequent modules) are combined to form a complete electronic system.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Work in an electronic laboratory with due regard for his/her safety and that of others.
LO2
Describe the characteristics of basic electronic components and the functional operation of common electronic systems
LO3
Describe the characteristics of common electronic digital and analogue signals
LO4
Analyse the operation of common electrical and electronic circuits
LO5
Design, simulate, build and take accurate measurements in electrical/electronic circuits
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Circuit Analysis
Use Kirchhoffs and Ohms laws to solve for unknow voltages and currents in a resistor network circuit.
Block Diagrams
System design using block diagrams
Power Supplies
Voltage sources & power supplies
Signals
Generation and characteristics of signals
Amplifiers
Voltage amplifiers – Introduction to Operational Amplifiers
Semiconductors
Basic semiconductor devices e.g. diodes, zener diodes & BJT
AC to DC conversion
Designing a AC to DC converter using rectifiers, transformers, filters and regulators.
Filters
Basic Analogue Filter Characteristics
Displays
Displays
Number Systems
Binary and Hexadecimal Number Systems
Logic Gates
Digital Schematic design using Logic gates
Boolean Algebra
Gate minimization using Boolean algebra rules
Timing Diagrams
Timing diagrams for combinational and sequential digital ciruits
Counters
Synchronous and Asynchronous Counters
Decoders and Multiplexers
Decoders and Multiplexers
Microprocessor Architectures
Microprocessor Architectures
Flip Flops
D, JK, SR flip flop and latches
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
20.00%
Practical
20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
60.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Other
Students will be assigned a number of assignments as part of the assessment of this module. Students may be asked to complete assignments during tutorials or as homework
2,4,5
20.00
n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Students will complete practical assignments during the course of the module. Students will be required to maintain a laboratory logbook and write a brief report on each assignment.
1,4,5
10.00
Every Week
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Each student will complete two formal practical tests. A mark of up to 5% of the overall mark will be assigned for each test.
1,2,3,4,5
10.00
Week 24
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
A final written examination will assess the degree to which the student has attained the skills, competencies and knowledge as defined in the learning outcomes.
2,3,4
60.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment