(a) This will take the form of problem-based learning during tutorials and practical classes.
(b) An emphasis will be placed on relating individual circuits to useful application systems both in theory and practical classes.
(c) Circuit simulation software may be used in the problem-solving sessions to validate student solutions.
Module Aim:
To give the students the specialised knowledge, technical competencies and conceptual skills to:
(a) Evaluate the performance of a multi-stage voltage amplifier;
(b) Analyse and use commercial data conversion and filter devices
(c) Describe and calculate the frequency responses of passive and active filters;
(d) Analyse the operation of power electronic circuits.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Evaluate the performance of a multi-stage voltage amplifier.
LO2
Analyse and use commercial data conversion and filter devices.
LO3
Analyse and design the response of passive and active filters.
LO4
Analyse the operation of power 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.
Analogue Electronic Systems or equivalent
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
(a) Multistage and Power Amplifiers
Capacitively, Direct and Transformer-Coupled Amplifiers; Class A, B & AB Power Amplifiers; Commercial IC Power Amplifiers.
(b) Data Conversion Circuits
Sample & Hold Amplifiers; DAC Circuits; VFC and FVC Converters; Integrating, Successive-Approximation & Flash ADCs.
(c) Special Purpose Amplifiers
Instrumentation Amplifiers; OTAs and Isolation Ampifiers; Log and Antilog Amplifiers.
(d) Filters
Response Characteristics; Active LP, HP, BP & BS filters; Active Filter Design; Commercial filter ICs.
(e) Power Electronics
Power Control Circuits using SCRs & triacs; Diac-Based Triggering Circuits.
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
Examination
Students will sit a series of written examinations during the module.
1,2,3
20.00
n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Each student will complete a set of practical assignments together with brief reports during the module, for which a maximum total mark of 20% will be awarded. Each assignment will test the ability of the student to apply the course theory to a practical problem.
1,3
20.00
n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
A final written examination will test the student’s ability to demonstrate the learning outcomes.
1,2,3,4
60.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment