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Undergraduate Course: Electronics 2 (ELEE08010)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Engineering CollegeCollege of Science and Engineering
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 8 (Year 2 Undergraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaElectronics Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThis module introduces theoretical and practical concepts in Analogue and Digital Circuits. it consists of a lecture course covering key concepts and mathematical techniques as well as a substantial project to build a system to capture speech signals on a computer using analogue and digital hardware. The role of feedback in active circuits is emphasised and illustrated with reference to operational amplifiers. Bode and Nyquist diagrams are introduced and applied to the frequency compensation of op-amps and the analysis and design of first order active filters. The role of differential equations, phasors and Laplace transform for the steady state and transient analysis of linear circuits are explained. Logic circuit principles are developed from considerations of Boolean algebra and code construction. Primitive combinatorial gates are studied, from which a systematic approach to the design of larger combinatorial structures is developed. The development of gate structures exhibiting memory leads on to the design of simple state machine structures, where the sequential behaviour is described with simple graphical or tabular techniques. The project provides practical experience of developing and testing electronic circuits as well as using software tools to assist with the design process.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Students MUST have passed: Mathematical Methods 2 (MATH08032) OR Electrical Engineering 1 (ELEE08001) OR Engineering 1 (SCEE08001)
Students MUST have passed:
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?No
Course Delivery Information
Delivery period: 2011/12 Full Year, Available to all students (SV1) WebCT enabled:  No Quota:  12
Location Activity Description Weeks Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
No Classes have been defined for this Course
First Class First class information not currently available
Exam Information
Exam Diet Paper Name Hours:Minutes
Main Exam Diet S2 (April/May)Electronics 22:00
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
1. Explain how alternative feedback topologies affect amplifier
transfer functions.
2. Use appropriate circuit models of the amplifier and feedback network to carry out calculations involving open loop gain, closed loop gain, input and output resistance.
3. Explain how oscillation can occur due to phase shift in feedback amplifiers and calculate the required frequency of the dominant pole to stabilise a feedback amplifier.
4. Solve circuit analysis using classical, phasor and Laplace transform methods.
5. Develop and modify combinatorial logic circuit structures through the application of algebraic, graphical and tabular techniques.
6. Describe the operation and design of common circuit structures which can be used to perform arithmetic operations.
7. Describe the behaviour of a simple state machine using a state transition diagram.
8. Convert a state transition diagram into a reliable circuit implementation.
9. Demonstrate basic competence in the use of laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies and soldering irons.
10. Build and refine prototype circuits, both analogue and digital.
11. Use software tools to simulate and design electronic circuits.
12. Write clear methodical reports on work carried out during
electronic circuit projects.
Assessment Information
One Two Hour Written Exam - Worth 75% of Final Mark
Assessment of Performance on Project Laboratory - Worth 25% of Final Mark
Special Arrangements
None
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Contacts
Course organiserDr Martin Reekie
Tel: (0131 6)50 5563
Email: H.M.Reekie@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMrs Sharon Potter
Tel: (0131 6)51 7079
Email: Sharon.Potter@ed.ac.uk
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