A combination of lectures, tutorials, class-based tasks and laboratory exercises will be used. Particular emphasis will be placed on active learning including problem/project-based learning. The practical sessions will be used to back up the theory.
The Institute VLE will be used to interactively communicate with students.
Module Aim:
To give the students an understanding of the concept of an electric circuit and its associated parameters. To develop their ability to apply circuit laws to simplify basic electric circuits. To introduce students to the field of electronics and understand the properties of electronic devices.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Demonstrate an understanding of electric circuits.
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
Perform calculations to permit the analysis of basic electrical (DC) and electronic circuits.
LO5
Using schematic diagrams, build and test electrical and electronic circuits in a laboratory environment.
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
Quantities and Units
Units of Measurement and Metric Prefixes.
Voltage, Current and Resistance
The Electric Circuit. Basic Circuit Measurements.
Ohm's Law
The Relationship of Current, Voltage, and Resistance.
Energy and Power
Power in an Electric Circuit. Resistor Power Ratings.
Series Circuits
Resistors in Series. Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law. Troubleshooting.
Parallel Circuits
Resistors in Parallel.
Kirchhoff’s Current Law.
Parallel Circuit Applications.
Series-Parallel Circuits
Analysis of Series-Parallel Resistive Circuits. Ladder Networks.
Block Diagrams
System design using block diagrams.
Signals
Generation and Characteristics of signals.
Semiconductors
Basic semiconductor devices e.g. diodes, zener diodes
AC to DC Conversion
Designing a AC to DC converter using rectifiers, transformers, filters and regulators.
Number systems
Binary and Hexadecimal Number Systems
Logic Gates
Digital Schematic design using logic gates
Timing Diagrams
Timing diagrams for combinational and sequential digital circuits.
Flip Flops
D, JK, SR flip flop and latches
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
40.00%
Practical
30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
30.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Other
Several in-class and/or online assessments.
1,2,3,4
40.00
n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
The student will complete practical assignments during the module and write a report on each assignment.
1,4,5
20.00
Every Week
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Learners will complete practical tasks for
summative assessment.
1,4,5
10.00
End-of-Semester
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
The written examination, at the end of the module, will evaluate the extent of the student’s knowledge of the learning outcomes
1,2,3,4
30.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment