INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah
Engineering
Department
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Programme
B. Eng. (Electronics-Computer and information/ Communication)
Course Title
Electronic Circuits
Course Code
ECE 2133
Status
Core
Level
2
Credit Hours
3
Contact Hours
3 Hr Lecture
Pre-requisites
ECE 1231
Course
Assessment
State weightage
of each type of
assessment.
Method
Mid-term Test
Final Examination
Quiz/Assignment
%
30
50
20
Instructor(s)
AHM Zahirul Alam, SMA Motakkaber and Yasser Asrul Bin Ahmad
Office: E1-3-22.8
Web: http://staff.iium.edu.my/zahirulalam
Email: zahirulalam@iium.edu.my
Ext: 4529
Semester
Offered
Course Synopsis
Semester 2, 2015/2016
Frequency response of an amplifier, integrated circuit biasing, differential
and multistage amplifiers, feedback and stability.
Course
Objectives
Learning
outcomes
The objectives of this course are to:
1. Analysis frequency response of an amplifier
2. Design an amplifier circuit.
3. Design of an integrated circuit biasing circuits
4. Study the feedback topologies.
Upon completion of this course the students should be able to:
1. Analyze low frequency responses of amplifiers.
2. Analyze high frequency responses of amplifiers.
3. Analyze integrated electronic circuits quantitatively.
4. Analyze negative feedback amplifiers.
5. Analyze differential amplifiers.
Content Outlines
Weeks
Topics
Task/Reading
1-3
Frequency response: Low and high frequency response of Chapter 7
bipolar transistor and FET amplifier circuits.
4-5
Coupling and Load capacitances effects on frequency Chapter 7
response of the amplifier.
6-7
Internal capacitance effects on frequency response of the Chapter 7
amplifier.
Midterm : Thursday 17th March 2016; 8:00pm-10:pm
8-9
Integrated Circuit biasing: BJT and FET current sources, Chapter 10
small signal analysis of the circuits.
10-12
Feedback and Stability: Basic concepts of feedbacks, Chapter 12
feedback topologies, different types of feedback networks,
loop gains, stability of feedback circuits, frequency
compensation.
13-14
Differential amplifiers: Basic BJT and FET differential pairs, Chapter 11
gain stage and simplified output stage, simplified BJT OpAmp circuit, Diff-Amp frequency response.
References
Required
Neamen, D. A., (2010). Microelectronics: Circuit Analysis and Design.
McGraw Hill.
Recommended
Jaeger, R.C. & Blalock T. N., (2004). Microelectronic Circuit Design.
McGraw Hill.
Rashid, M. H., (1999). Microelectronic circuits - Analysis and Design. PWS
Publishing.
Sedra, A. S. & Smith, K. C., (2004). Microelectronic Circuits. Oxford
University Press.
Learning Outcomes Matrix: ECE 1311/ Electric Circuits
LO1. Analyze low frequency responses of
amplifiers
LO2. Analyze high frequency responses of
amplifiers
LO3. Analyze integrated electronic circuits
quantitatively.
x
x
x
x
x
LO4. Analyze negative feedback amplifiers.
x
x
x
x
LO5. Analyze differential amplifiers.
x
x
x
*
1=
objective addresses outcome slightly,
2=
x
moderately,
3=
substantive
Outcome 12
Outcome 11
Outcome 10
Outcome 9
Outcome 8
Outcome 7
Outcome 6
Outcome 5
Outcome 4
Outcome 3
Outcome 2
Course Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1
Programme Outcomes
KOE PO
1. Engineering Knowledge (T) -Apply knowledge of mathematics, sciences, engineering
fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering
problems;
2. Problem Analysis (T) – Identify, formulate, research relevant literature and analyze
complex engineering problems, and reaching substantiated conclusions using first
principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences;
3. Design/Development of Solutions (A) –Design solutions, exhibiting innovativeness,
for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet
specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural,
societal, economical, ethical, environmental and sustainability issues.
4. Investigation (D) Conduct investigation into complex problems, displaying
creativeness, using research-based knowledge, and research methods including design of
experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide
valid conclusions;
5. Modern Tool Usage (A & D) -Create, select and apply appropriate techniques,
resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to
complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations;
6. The Engineer and Society (ESSE) -Apply reasoning based on contextual knowledge
to assess societal, health, safety, legal, cultural, contemporary issues, and the consequent
responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practices.
7. Environment and Sustainability (ESSE) -Understand the impact of professional
engineering solutions in societal, global, and environmental contexts and demonstrate
knowledge of and need for sustainable development;
8. Ethics (ESSE) –Apply professional ethics with Islamic values and commit to
responsibilities and norms of professional engineering code of practices.
9. Communication (S) -Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with
the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend
and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and
give and receive clear instructions;
10. Individual and Team Work (S) -Function effectively as an individual, and as a
member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
11. Life Long Learning (S) -Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability
to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological
change.
12. Project Management and Finance (S) -Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
engineering management and financial principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a
member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in multidisciplinary settings, and
identify opportunities of entrepreneurship.
MQF Domain
1&6
1&6
2, 3 & 6
2&6
7
3&4
3&4
3&4
5&7
8
7
8