UNIVERSITY OF MACAU
FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Part A: Course Outline
Course Title Fundamental Electronics
Course Code ECEB221
Compulsory/Elective
Compulsory
Year of Study:
2
Elective
Course Mode Theoretical with substantial laboratory/practice content
Course Prerequisites ECEB122
Prerequisite Knowledge
Circuit Analysis
Class/Laboratory Schedule 2 hours lecture, 2 hours tutorial/lab work per week
Duration One semester
Credit Units
3
th
Text Books and References [1] R. L. Boylestad and L. Nashelsky, Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory, 11
Edition, Prentice Hall, 2012.
[2] A. S. Sedra and K. C. Smith, Microelectronics Circuits, 5
th
Edition, Oxford
University Press, 2004.
[3] D. Comer and D. Comer, Fundamentals of Electronic Circuit Design, John Wiley &
Sons, 2003.
[4] S. Franco, Design with Operational Amplifiers and Analog Integrated Circuits,
McGraw-Hill, 1988.
[5] N. R. Malik, Electronic Circuit Analysis, Simulation and Design, Prentice-Hall,
1995.
th
[6] J. D. Irwin, Basic Engineering Circuit Analysis, 7 Edition, Prentice-Hall, 2002.
[7] R. C. Dorf and J. A. Svoboda, Introduction to Electric Circuit, 3
rd
Edition, John
Wiley & Sons, 1996.
Course Description In Part 1, the course will introduce electronic signal; discuss the generic linear and
nonlinear transfer characteristic concept and objective of biasing for electronic
active devices. Then, the structures of different amplifiers will be summarized
together with the definitions of input/output impedances and voltage/current gains
for the analog electronic circuits. In Part 2, the device physics of devices diodes,
bipolar junction transistor (BJT) and junction field effect transistor (JFET) will be
introduced firstly, so as to derive the operation modes of these devices. After that,
the analysis methods of the diodes, BJT and JFET will be discussed together with
their different equivalent models. After that, typical applications of the above
devices will be introduced with the emphasis of rectifiers and amplifiers for diodes
and transistors respectively. In the Part 3, both ideal and non-ideal properties of
Operational Amplifier (OpAmp) will be introduced together with the analysis
techniques. Then the practical typical opamp circuits applications and its design will
be given. Besides, experiments of above devices are provided to support the
students to have a thorough comprehension of the discussed topics.
Topics Covered 1. Electronic signal, linear and nonlinear transfer characteristic concept, objective
of biasing;
2. Characteristics of ideal and non-ideal diode;
3. Diode applications and various special diodes;
4. Basic characteristics and operation modes of BJTs and FETs;
5. Biasing of BJT and FETs circuits;
6. BJT and FET small signal model;
7. Analysis of BJT and FETs circuits at DC and AC;
8. Applications of BJTs and FETs;
9. Characteristics of both ideal and practical Op-Amp;
10. Inverting and non-inverting configuration of Op-Amp circuits;
11. Analysis of both ideal and practical Op-Amp circuits;
12. Basic circuit building blocks using Op-Amp;
Course Objectives 1. To introduce the students the operational principle, models, and the analysis of
diode in analog circuits together with typical applications [a, b, c, d, e, g, k, l];
2. To study the operational principle, modes and models of BJT, analysis and
different configuration of amplifiers using BJT [a, b, c, d, e, g, h, I, k, l];
3. To study the operational principle, modes and models of BJT, analysis and
different configuration of amplifiers using JFET [a, c, d, e, h, i];
4. To introduce the students the basic properties of OpAmp, analysis and design of
electronic circuits using OpAmp, [a, b, c, d, e, g, k, l];
Course Assessment Quiz:
Experiments:
15%
25%
Mid-term Exam : 25%
Final Exam :
35%
Relationship to Program This course primarily contributes to ECE program outcomes that develop students
abilities to:
Objectives and Outcomes
a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
appropriate to the degree discipline.
b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data;
e. An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice appropriate to the degree discipline.
This course secondarily contributes to ECE program outcomes that develop students
abilities to:
c. An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs
within realistic constraints, such as economic, environmental, social, political,
ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability;
d. An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
g. An ability to communicate effectively;
h. An ability to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and
societal context, especially the importance of health, safety and environmental
considerations to both workers and the general public;
i. An ability to stay abreast of contemporary issues;
l. An ability to use the computer/IT tools relevant to the discipline along with an
understanding of their processes and limitations.
Course Contents and
Relationship to
Program Criteria
Week no.
1-2
Topics
INTRODUCTION
Program Criteria
BS, CS, ES
Overview of electronic signal, linear and nonlinear transfer
characteristic concept, objective of biasing.
3-4
5-8
DIODES
Introduction to PN junction and junction diode, ideal
diode, diode models and its circuit analysis, application
of diodes and special diodes.
BIPOLAR JUNCTION TRANSISTORS (BJTS)
BS, CS, ES
BS, CS, ES
Physical structure and operation modes of BJTs, biasing the
BJT, analysis of BJT circuits at DC and AC including its small
signal model, different configurations of BJT amplifiers, BJT as a
switch.
9-10
FIELD EFFECT TRANSISTORS (FETS)
BS, CS, ES
Physical structure and operation modes of FETs, biasing the
FET, analysis of FET circuits at DC and AC including its small
signal model, different configurations of FET amplifiers.
11-12
OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIERS
CS, ES
Introduction basic properties of OpAmp and advantages of
differential
operation,
inverting
and
non-inverting
configuration of OpAmp, typical circuit building blocks using
OpAmp, practical OpAmp and its effect of finite open-loop gain
and bandwidth, DC imperfections.
13-14
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ANALYSIS
ES, CV
Introduction to frequency response of electronic circuit,
transfer function and bode-plot.
Contribution of Course Fundamental knowledge in electronic aspects will be provided in this course
to meet the through the emphases of basic active components, i.e. diode, BJT, JFET and OpAmp.
professional component Such different types of circuitry components/circuits and applications are
introduced so as to complete the theoretical and practical basis on analog circuit
design.
Course Instructor(s) Prof. Choi Wai Wa
Prepared by Prof. Choi Wai Wa
Part B: General Course Information and Policies
Instructor Prof. Choi Wai Wa
E-mail welsyc@umac.mo
Ext. 8468
Office E11-3036
Office Hour 11am – 12nn @ Tue. | 3pm – 4pm @ Wed.
Programme Educational Objectives
1.
Problem Solving: Graduates have the ability to think in a critical and evaluative manner and to consider a
broad perspective, in order to solve technical and nontechnical problems.
2.
Leadership and Communication: Graduates will provide effective leadership, act in an ethical manner and
skills will include the ability to communicate well and to work successfully within diverse groups.
3.
Market Acceptance: Graduates will have successful careers in the academic environment, industrial and
government organizations.
4.
Technical Competence: Graduates will be technically competent and have a thorough grounding in the
fundamentals of math and science in electrical and electronics engineering and experience in engineering
design. They will be able to use modern engineering techniques, skills, and tools to fulfill societal needs.
Course
Fundamental Electronics
Scale: 1 (Highest) to 4 (Lowest)
Problem
Leadership and
Market
Solving
Communication
Acceptance
1
3
2
Technical
Competence
1
Remark:
Objective for “Problem Solving” can be achieved by assignments, quizzes, mid-term exam
and final exam.
Objective for “Leadership and Communication” can be achieved by experiments. However,
leadership training is not given by this course.
Objective for “Market Acceptance” can be achieved as this course provides fundamental
knowledge in electronics.
Objective for “Technical Competence” can be achieved by using fundamentals of math and
science in electrical and electronics engineering and experience in engineering project
design and computer simulation.
Program Criteria Policy
Course vs. Program Criteria
Scale: 1 (Highest) to 4 (Lowest)
Course PS DIC BS CS
Fundamental Electronics
2
3
ES
DE
LA
CV
1
DM
4
Terms: Probability and Statistics (PS), Differential and Integral Calculus (DIC), Basic Science (BS), Computer Science
(CS), Engineering Science (ES), Differential Equation (DE), Linear Algebra (LA), Complex Variables (CV), Discrete
Mathematics (DM)
Relationship of Course to Programme Outcomes
Course vs. Course Outcomes
*T – TEACH; P – PRACTICE; M – MEASURED
Program Outcomes
Course
Fundamental
Electronics
a
b
c
d
e
TPM
P
P
PM
TM
f
g
h
i
PM
T
T
j
k
l
TM
P
The electrical and computer engineering program outcomes are:
(a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering appropriate to the degree discipline;
(b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
(c) An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, such as
economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability;
(d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
(e) An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
(f) An ability to understand professional and ethical responsibility;
(g) An ability to communicate effectively;
(h) An ability to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context, especially the
importance of health, safety and environmental considerations to both workers and the general public;
(i) An ability to stay abreast of contemporary issues
(j) An ability to recognize the need for, and to engage in life-long learning;
(k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
appropriate to the degree discipline;
(l) An ability to use the computer/IT tools relevant to the discipline along with an understanding of their
processes and limitations.
Curriculum Detail
ECEB221 Fundamental Electronics
Timetabled work in hours
No of
per week
teaching
Total hours
1
1
Max marks available from:
of exam
Lecturer Tutor Practice weeks
2
No /Duration
papers
14
56
Exams
2/5 hours
Course Lab/Project
35
40
25
Term: 3rd
Hours
Percentage content of
Lecturer Lab/tut Other Maths
Basic
Science
Engineering Engineering Complementary Computer
Science
Design and
Studies
Studies
0
10
Synthesis
28
12/10
0
20
10
35
25
Design Elements
% of Design Content
Design Content in
Design Project
Course Work
20%
X
Design Content in
Laboratories
0
X
Course Assessment Policy
Course notes, tutorial notes and class news are posted on the course web according to the course progress.
Quizzes will be given to students according to the course progress, and quizzes solutions will be discussed in the
lecture;
5 quizzes will be given;
3 experiments will be performed. 2 students form a group and group reports should be
submitted.
A 2-hours mid-term exam and a 3-hours final exam will be required respectively.