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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong Community College
Subject Description Form
Subject Code
CCN2246
Subject Title
Basic Electricity and Electronics
Level
2
Credit Value
3
Medium of
Instruction
English
Pre-requisite /
Co-requisite/
Exclusion
Nil
Objectives
This subject introduces the fundamental concepts and techniques of
electrical and electronic circuit analysis to students. It develops
students’ skills in analysing the basic direct-current and alternatingcurrent circuits and applying the circuits. In addition, it helps students
understand the principles and applications of electrical machines and
diodes.
Intended Learning
Outcomes
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:
(a)
describe and explain the principles of electrical and diode
circuits.
(b)
apply analytical techniques to solve simple problems of electrical
and diode circuits.
(c) analyse the functions and applications of electrical machines and
diodes.
(d)
Indicative Syllabus
carry out independent
environment.
investigation
in
an
improvised
Direct Current Circuits
Introduction to electric circuits; Potential and potential difference;
Charge and flow of charge; Voltage and Current as two basic
variables; Ohm’s law; Resistance; Kirchhoff’s current and voltage
laws; Loop and node analysis; Thévenin and Norton theorems;
Independent and dependent sources; Simple circuit styles: voltage
divider, current divider, series and parallel circuits; Power dissipation;
Source loading and maximum power transfer.
Capacitance, Inductance and First Order Transients
Constitutive relations of capacitor and inductor; Brief introduction to
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electric and magnetic fields; Introduction to time-varying circuits;
Simple RC and LC circuits; Important concept of independent state
variables; First-order differential equation and transient analysis; Time
domain solution and transient behaviour of first order circuits; Time
constant.
Alternating-Current Circuits
Average and RMS values; Phasors (rotating vectors); Steady-state
analysis of circuits driven by single fixed frequency sinusoidal
sources; Impedance and admittance; Phasor diagrams for simple
circuits; Systematic complex number analysis; Real and reactive
power; Power factor; Three-phase circuits.
Mutual Inductance and Transformer
Basic coupled inductance equation; Concept of ideal transformer; Dot
convention.
DC Motors
Construction, motor action, operating characteristics and starting
issues.
Instrumentation and Measurement
Choice of measurement method; Analogue and digital instrumentals;
Bridges; Measurement uncertainties.
Basic Diode Circuits
I-V characteristics of general nonlinear components; Diode as specific
case; Diode models; Diode applications.
Teaching/Learning
Methodology
Lectures focus on the introduction and explanation of concepts and
theories supported by hypothetical and real examples wherever
appropriate. Laboratory sessions may be arranged to stimulate
students’ interest or their awareness of practical implications of some
concepts. Worksheets may also be used in tutorials to help students
practise and apply their knowledge in electrical and electronic
engineering.
Assessment
Methods in
Alignment with
Intended Learning
Outcomes
A variety of assessment tools will be used to develop and assess
students’ achievement of the subject intended learning outcomes.
%
Intended subject learning
weighting outcomes to be assessed
Specific assessment
methods/tasks
a
b
Continuous Assessment*
40
ƒ
Test
14
9
9
ƒ
Individual Assignment
20
9
9
ƒ
Group Assignment
6
9
2
c
d
9
9
9
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Final Examination
60
Total
100
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9
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*Continuous assessment items and/or weighting may be adjusted by the
subject team subject to the approval of the College Programme Committee.
To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above
in both the Continuous Assessment and Final Examination.
Student Study
Effort Expected
Class contact
Hours
ƒ
Lecture
26
ƒ
Tutorial
13
ƒ
Laboratory
4
Other student study effort
ƒ
Self-study
52
ƒ
Continuous Assessment
39
Total student study effort
Reading List and
References
134
Recommended Textbook
Alexander C. K. & Sadiku M. N. O. (2013). Fundamentals of Electric
Circuits. (5th ed.), McGraw-Hill.
References
Rizzoni G. (2007). Principles and applications of electrical
engineering. (5th ed.), McGraw-Hill.
Boylestad, R.L. & Nashelsky, L. (2002). Introduction to electricity,
electronics, and electromagnetics. (5th ed.), Prentice Hall.
Floyd, T.L. (2010). Electronics fundamentals: Circuits, devices and
applications. (8th ed.), Prentice Hall.
Hughes, E. (2012). Hughes electrical and electronic technology. (11th
ed.), Prentice Hall.
Kerns, D. V. & Irwin, J. D. (2004). Essentials of electrical and
computer engineering. (1st ed.), Prentice Hall.
Goody, R. W. (2001). MicroSim PSpice for Windows Vol. 1: DC, AC,
and Devices & circuits. (3rd ed.), Prentice Hall.
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