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PHY308Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Electronics I

This course introduces Amplifiers, Oscillators, Power supply and Linear Integrated Circuits. It covers their parameters, characteristics and physical limitations. The course also acquaints students with mathematical calculations and practical approximations of idealized theorems, enabling them to establish their practicable applications and indispensability in the real world. Students will learn about amplifier classifications, feedback mechanisms in oscillators, power supply design, and the applications of operational amplifiers.

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150h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
intermediate
Math Level
Course Keywords
AmplifiersOscillatorsPower SupplyLinear Integrated CircuitsElectronics

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📊
Math Level
Moderate Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Amplifier Classification

2

Transistor Equivalent Circuits

3

Hybrid Equivalent Models

4

Oscillator Feedback

5

Power Supply Design

6

Linear Integrated Circuits

7

Operational Amplifiers

8

Voltage Regulation

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Electronics Technician

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Circuit Designer

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Instrumentation Engineer

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Control Systems Engineer

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Telecommunications Engineer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

TelecommunicationsInstrumentationControl SystemsPower ElectronicsAudio Engineering

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Amplifiers

2h

Unit 1: Classification of Amplifiers

2 study hours
  • •Define amplifier and its basic components.
  • •Understand amplifier gain, voltage gain, current gain and power gain.
  • •Solve problems related to amplifier gain calculations.
Week
2

Module 1: Amplifiers

2h

Unit 1: Classification of Amplifiers

2 study hours
  • •Understand Class A amplifier operation and its characteristics.
  • •Analyze series-fed Class A amplifier circuits.
  • •Calculate power considerations and efficiency for Class A amplifiers.
Week
3

Module 1: Amplifiers

2h

Unit 1: Classification of Amplifiers

2 study hours
  • •Understand Class B amplifier operation and push-pull configuration.
  • •Calculate input power, output power, and efficiency for Class B amplifiers.
  • •Analyze Class B amplifier circuits and crossover distortion.
Week
4

Module 1: Amplifiers

3h

Unit 1: Classification of Amplifiers

2 study hours
  • •Understand Class AB amplifier operation and its advantages.
  • •Analyze transformer less Class AB push-pull amplifier circuits.
  • •Explain the concept and mitigation of crossover distortion.

Unit 1: Classification of Amplifiers

1 study hours
  • •Understand Class C and Class D amplifier operations.
  • •Solve problems related to amplifier classes.
  • •Review amplifier classifications and key concepts.
Week
5

Module 1: Amplifiers

3h

Unit 2: Equivalent Circuits of Transistors

3 study hours
  • •Understand the operation of Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs).
  • •Analyze BJT models and various configurations.
  • •Solve problems related to transistor configurations.
Week
6

Module 1: Amplifiers

3h

Unit 2: Equivalent Circuits of Transistors

3 study hours
  • •Familiarize with hybrid parameters and equivalent circuits.
  • •Understand the NPN and PNP transistor models.
  • •Analyze the Common Emitter Configuration.
Week
7

Module 1: Amplifiers

3h

Unit 3: The Hybrid Equivalent Model

3 study hours
  • •Define h-parameters and their significance.
  • •Enumerate various transistor hybrid equivalent models.
  • •Solve problems related to hybrid equivalent models.
Week
8

Module 1: Amplifiers

3h

Unit 4: Operating Point

3 study hours
  • •Identify operation points of a BJT and associated characteristics.
  • •Know the four possible bias combinations of a BJT.
  • •Understand the concept of bias stability and its importance.
Week
9

Module 1: Amplifiers

3h

Unit 5: Bias Stability

3 study hours
  • •Familiarize with various bias circuits.
  • •Analyze fixed-bias, emitter-stabilized bias, and voltage divider bias circuits.
  • •Solve problems related to bias stability.
Week
10

Module 2: Oscillators

3h

Unit 1: Negative Feedback

3 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of feedback and types of feedbacks.
  • •Establish the implications of Negative feedback.
  • •Know the forms, advantages, disadvantages and applications of negative feedback.
Week
11

Module 2: Oscillators

3h

Unit 2: Positive Feedback

3 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of feedback.
  • •Establish the fact that positive feedback is a criterion for oscillation.
  • •Understand the Nyquist criterion.
Week
12

Module 2: Oscillators

6h

Unit 3: LC Oscillators

3 study hours
  • •Understand the basic operations of an LC oscillator.
  • •Familiarize with the various types of oscillators that use the LC oscillatory circuit.
  • •Solve problems related to LC oscillators.

Unit 4: RC Oscillators

3 study hours
  • •Understand the basic operations of an RC oscillator.
  • •Familiarize with the various types of RC oscillators.
  • •Know the applications of RC network.
  • •Confirm that RC circuits are useful in the audio-frequency range
Week
13

Module 3: Power Supply

6h

Unit 1: Power Source

3 study hours
  • •Know what is meant by power supply.
  • •Know the major sources of power.
  • •Understand the environmental considerations of the sources of power.
  • •Know the various types of power supply.
  • •Distinguish between regulated power supply and unregulated power supply.

Unit 2: DC Power Units

3 study hours
  • •Enumerate the 5 stages of a dc power supply unit.
  • •Understand and describe the rectifier circuits.
  • •Describe the output of each rectifier circuits
  • •Solve problems related to rectification of ac signal

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module summaries to reinforce key concepts.

2

Practice solving circuit analysis problems from each unit.

3

Create flashcards for important formulas and definitions.

4

Focus on understanding the characteristics and applications of different amplifier classes.

5

Study the Nyquist criterion and Barkhausen criterion for oscillator design.

6

Practice designing basic power supply circuits and calculating ripple factors.

7

Review operational amplifier configurations and their applications.

8

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 transistor equivalent circuits.

9

Practice SQL queries from Units 7-9 weekly.

10

Allocate specific study hours for each module based on its weight in the final exam.

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