Module Details

Module Code: ELEC C1612
Module Title: Electrical and Electronic Circuits
Title: Electrical and Electronic Circuits
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Aislinn Glennon
Domains:  
Module Description: To develop the student’s ability to analyse the behaviour of dc electric circuits using a variety of circuit analysis methods. To apply circuit theorems for the analysis of complex electric and electronic circuits. To introduce students to ac signals and the circuit analysis of ac circuits.
To give students an appreciation of how different electronic sub circuits are combined to form a complete electronic system.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyse the operation of common electrical and electronic circuits.
LO2 Perform calculations to permit the analysis of both DC and AC circuits.
LO3 Design, simulate, build and take accurate measurements in electrical/electronic circuits.
LO4 Work in an electronic laboratory with due regard for his/her safety and that of others.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Circuit Theorems and Conversions
Source Conversions. The Superposition, Thevenin and Maximum Power Transfer Theorems.
Circuit Analysis Methods
Branch Current Method. Loop Current Method. Node Voltage Method.
Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Electromagnetic Induction and Applications.
Addition of sinewaves
Analysis of AC Circuits using Phasors.
Capacitors
Operation and function of capacitors in DC and AC circuits.
Boolean Algebra
Gate minimization using Boolean algebra rules.
Timing Diagrams
Timing diagrams for combinational and sequential digital circuits.
Counters
Synchronous and Asynchronous Counters.
Decoders and Multiplexers
Decoders and Multiplexers.
Microprocessor Architectures
Microprocessor Architectures.
semiconductor
Bipolar Junction Transistor Analysis
Filters
Basic Analogue Filter Characteristics
Operational Amplifiers
Introduction to Operational Amplifiers
AC to DC converter
Designing a AC to DC converter using rectifiers, transformers, filters and regulators.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment40.00%
Practical30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination30.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
Timing Ongoing Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Several in-class and/or online assessments/tasks.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The student will complete practical assignments during the module and write a report on each assignment.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 10
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will complete practical tasks for summative assessment
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 30
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The written examination, at the end of the module, will evaluate the extent of the student’s knowledge of the learning outcomes
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery will consist of lectures / class-based tasks Every Week 4.00 4
Lecture Contact Delivery will consist of tutorial sessions and active learning through problem/project-based tasks. Every Week 2.00 2
Practicals Contact Delivery will consist of practical sessions using schematic diagrams to build and test electrical and electronic circuits. Every Week 4.00 4
Independent Learning Non Contact Review notes, projects, study, tutorials. Every Week 6.00 6
Total Weekly Contact Hours 10.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Thomas L. Floyd. (2019), Principles of Electric Circuits, 10th. Pearson, p.1024, [ISBN: 9780134879482].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • John O'Malley. (2011), Schaum's Outline of Basic Circuit Analysis, Second Edition (Schaum's Outline Series), 2nd. McGraw-Hill, [ISBN: 978-007175643].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • https://www.allaboutcircuits.com.
  • https://ocw.mit.edu/.
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