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INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah / Institute Engineering
Department / Centre Electrical and Computer Engineering
Programme All Engineering Programme
Name of Course / Mode Electronics / Full time
Course Code ECE 1312
Name (s) of Academicstaff / Instructor(s)
Dr. Nor Farahidah Zabah
Rationale for the
inclusion of the course /
module in the programme
Required course for All Engineering Programmes
Semester and Year
OfferedEvery Semester
Status Core
Level 1
Credit Value / Hours 3/127
Pre-requisites (if any) ECE 1131
Co-requisites (if any) None
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
1. Develop an understanding of the characteristics and operation
of modern electronics.
2. Focus on the function of electronic circuits in the overall
electronic system.
3. Familiarize the student with circuit simulation techniques.4. Provide the necessary means which enable intelligent choices to
be made when designing electronic circuits.
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the basic characteristics of semiconductor materials
and pn junctions.
2. Analyze basic circuits involving diodes.
3. Apply basic DC and AC current and voltage laws on active
circuits.
4.
Design basic electronics circuits using active transistors.
5. Apply the electronic circuits in global engineering
applications.
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Teaching-Learning and
assessment strategyLectures, Tutorials, Assignments and Quizzes
Course Synopsis
The design approach to electronic circuits and systems; pn-
junction diodes characteristics and applications; basic amplifier
concepts: bipolar junction transistors characteristics, dc biasing
and ac analysis; MOSFET operations: dc biasing and ac analysis;
introduction to operational amplifier and its applications.
Mode of Delivery Lectures and Tutorials
Assessment Methods and
Type/Course AssessmentState weightage of each
type of assessment.
LO Method %
1,2 Mid-term Test 25
1,2,3,4,5 Final Examination 50
1,2,3,4,5 Quizzes 15
1,2,3,4,5 Assignments 10
Mapping of course / module to the Programme Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcome of the course Programme Outcomes01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12
Explain the basic characteristics of semiconductormaterials and pn junctions.
Analyze basic circuits involving diodes.
Apply basic DC and AC current and voltage laws
on active circuits.
Design basic electronics circuits using active
transistors.
Apply the electronic circuits in global engineering
applications.
Content outline of the course / module and the SLT per topic
Week TopicsLearning
HoursTask/Reading
1
I ntroduction to Electronics:
Brief History, Signals, Frequency Spectrum, Analog and
Digital Signals, Amplifier Characteristics.Chapter 1
2, 3
Semiconductor Materials and Diodes:
Semiconductor Materials and Properties, pn-Junction,
Diode Circuits: DC Analysis and Models, AC Equivalent
Circuit, Other Diode Types.
Chapter 2
4, 5
Diode Cir cuits:
Rectifier Circuits, Zener Diode Circuits, Clipper and
Clamper Circuits, Multiple-Diode Circuits.Chapter 3
6, 7
The Bipolar Junction Transistor:Device Structures, Current-Voltage Characteristics, Load
Line and Modes of Operation, Voltage Transfer
Characteristics, Basic Transistor Applications, Bipolar
Transistor Biasing.
Chapter 4
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8, 9
Basic BJT Ampl if iers:Small-Signal Operation and Models, Single-Stage BJT
Amplifiers: Common Emitter Amplifier, Common
Collector Amplifier, Common-Base Amplifier.
Chapter 5
10, 11
The Field Ef fect Transistor:Device Structure, Current-Voltage Characteristics,
MOSFET Circuits Operation, DC Circuit Analysis, BasicApplications of MOSFET.
Chapter 6
12
Basic FET Amplif iers:Small-Signal Operation and Models, Common-Source
Amplifier, Common Drain Amplifier, Common-Gate
Amplifier.
Chapter 7
13, 14
I deal Operational Ampl if ier and Appli cations:
Ideal Op-Amp, Inverting Amplifier, Summing Amplifier,
Non-inverting Amplifier, Integrator and Differentiator
Op-Amp Applications.
Chapter 8
Required references supporting the course
The reference lists shall be presented in accordance with APA bibliographic practices and in alphabetical order.
Motakabber, S. M. A, Ibrahimy, M. I., Nordin, Anis, (2012),Fundamentals of Microelectronic
Circuits, Pearson.
Recommended references supporting the course
Boylestad, R. and Nasheslky, L., (1999),Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory, Prentice Hall.
Hambley, A.R., (2000), Electronics, Prentice-Hall.
Jaeger, R.C. and Blalock, T.N., (2004),Microelectronic Circuit Design, McGraw Hill.
Neamen D.A., (2007),Microelectronics Circuit Analysis and Design,McGraw Hill.
Sedra S.A., (2009),Microelectronic Circuits, Oxford.
Prepared by:
Nor Farahidah Zabah
Assistant Professor
Kulliyyah of Engineering
Checked by:
Othman O. Khalifa
Head of Department
Kulliyyah of Engineering
Approved by:
Dean
Kulliyyah of Engineering
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Programme Learning Outcome (PO): At the end of the programme, Students are able to:
KOE PO MQFDomain
1. Engineering Knowledge (T) -Apply knowledge of mathematics, sciences,engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complexengineering problems;
1 & 6
2. Problem Analysis (T)Identify, formulate, research relevant literature and analyzecomplex engineering problems, and reaching substantiated conclusions using firstprinciples of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences;
1 & 6
3. Design/Development of Solutions (A)Design solutions, exhibitinginnovativeness, for complex engineering problems and design systems, components orprocesses that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health andsafety, cultural, societal, economical, ethical, environmental and sustainability issues.
2, 3 & 6
4. Investigation (D) Conduct investigation into complex problems, displaying
creativeness, using research-based knowledge, and research methods including designof experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information toprovide valid conclusions;
2 & 6
5. Modern Tool Usage (A & D) -Create, select and apply appropriate techniques,resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, tocomplex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations;
7
6. The Engineer and Society (ESSE) -Apply reasoning based on contextualknowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, cultural, contemporary issues, andthe consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practices.
3 & 4
7. Environment and Sustainability (ESSE) -Understand the impact of professionalengineering solutions in societal, global, and environmental contexts and demonstrateknowledge of and need for sustainable development;
3 & 4
8. Ethics (ESSE)Apply professional ethics with Islamic values and commit toresponsibilities and norms of professional engineering code of practices. 3 & 4
9. Communication (S) -Communicate effectively on complex engineering activitieswith the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to
comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effectivepresentations, and give and receive clear instructions;
5 & 7
10. Individual and Team Work (S) -Function effectively as an individual, and as amember or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings. 8
11. Life Long Learning (S) -Recognize the need for, and have the preparation andability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context oftechnological change.
7
12. Project Management and Finance (S) -Demonstrate knowledge andunderstanding of engineering management and financial principles and apply these toones own work, as a
member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects inmultidisciplinary settings, and identify opportunities of entrepreneurship.
8
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