Analog and Digital Electronics Concepts

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

Estimated 170 hours

ELEN20005 Foundations of Electrical Networks

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AIMS

This subject develops a fundamental understanding of the concepts behind and tools used for the analysis and design of analog and digital electronic systems. This is one of four subjects that define the Mechatronics Systems major in the Bachelor of Science and it is a core requirement of the Master of Engineering (Mechatronics).

INDICATIVE CONTENT

Topics include:

Analog systems - time-domain differential equation models of RLC networks, initial conditions, transient response, frequency response, impedance functions, two-ports and dependent sources, matrix representations, transformer models, small-signal transistor models, op-amp models, active filter realisation;

Digital systems – encoding information and digital data processing, CMOS realisation of basic logic gates, timing contracts, acyclic networks, switching algebra, combinational logic synthesis, cyclic networks and memory, finite-state machines, metastability, synchronous timing and synchronization, data-processing paths, control logic, stored-program machines and microprocessor based systems.

Aspects of these topics will be explored through laboratory work involving simulation tools and hardware experiments.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's)

Having completed this subject it is expected that the student be able to:

1. Analyse and design passive and active analog circuits that achieve specified transfer function characteristics

2. Apply fundamental tools in the analysis of combinational and sequential logic systems, with an appreciation for the role and limitations of important digital abstractions

3. Apply fundamental concepts, including hardwired and programmed (e.g. microprocessor based) approaches, to implement digital systems that achieve specified functionality

4. Configure and test digital hardware development platforms in the laboratory.

• One wrtitten 3 hour open book end of semester examination (60%). (Assesses ILO's 1 to 3)
• Attendance and participation in two laboratory classes, each requiring approximately 15 h ours work (15% each). (Assesses ILO's 1 to 4).
• One written 60 minute test held in week 5 (10%). (Assesses ILO's 1 to 3).

Hurdle Requirement: Students must pass the end of semester written exam to pass the subject.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completion of this subject, students should have developed the following skills:

• The ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
• The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
• The ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
• Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning.