DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content
This module takes you into the world of Electronic engineering - a field that covers everything from
radio to space flight. In this module you will learn fundamental concepts of charge, current and
potential which are the foundation of electrical signals. You will be introduced to the basic
electronic components and circuital laws for developing important DC and AC circuits for
applications in power supplies, wireless power transfer, signal filters and sensor circuits.
As part of modern electronics, this module also gives you a foundation of semiconductors and
semiconductor devices both analogue and digital. You will learn the characteristic and operation of
fundamental analogue devices such as diodes, transistors and operational amplifiers and their
applications as amplifiers, in power suppliers, device drivers, and sensor circuits (such as
temperature and strain). In digital electronics, you will study Boolean algebra and fundamentals of
logic gates for the design of combinational and sequential logic circuits and their practical
applications in decision making circuits and controllers for industrial applications, counters and
timers.
You will also take part in assessed practical electronic laboratories that introduces and develops
your practical electronic skills in soldering and wiring. These practical laboratories will also
develop the familiarity with using test and measurement equipment and applies your knowledge in
both analogue and digital fields and demonstrate applications of their circuits.
You will work through new topics each week with the aid of extensive learning materials, lectures,
tutorials and experimental activities. You will undertake numerous elements of online continuous
assessment throughout the module which will allow you to evaluate your understanding of the
material and diagnose areas that require further attention. Continuous assessments provide
ongoing feedback and support you to actively manage your learning.