Prepared by: R. Decker
Fall, 2008
MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
UTICA-ROME, NY
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND THE TRADES DEPARTMENT
COURSE OUTLINE
I. CATALOG DESCRIPTION
ET160 Electronics 1 (Verizon) C-3, P-2, CR-4
This course presents topics in the analysis and application of advanced electronic circuits for the telecommunications industry. Topics include frequency response of filters, op-amps, oscillators, amplitude, modulation, noise and LC circuits. Troubleshooting and analysis using computer simulation software are stressed throughout. This course is restricted to Verizon NextStep students.
Prerequisites: MA119 Technical Algebra and Trigonometry 2
ET120 OR Survey of Electricity
ET151 Circuits 1
IS101 Computer Applications and Concepts 1 OR
IS100 Introduction to Computer Applications & Concepts
Corequisites: ET261 Telecommunications Systems 1
II. MATERIALS:
Texts: 1. The Science of Electronics: Analog Devices and Lab Manual Package,
Floyd and Buchla, Prentice Hall, ISBN #0132207443
2. MultiSim Student Suite (carry over)
References: 1. Understanding Fiber Optics 5e, Hecht, PH, ISBN #0131174290
2. Fiber Optic Technicians Manual, Hayes, Delmar,
ISBN #1401896995
Tools: Laptop Computer with MULTISIM
Scientific Calculator
Hand Tools and DVM
Microsoft Office Software as supplied by Next Step Program
Communications software/services for student/faculty interaction as provided by Verizon
III. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Instructors shall make every effort to incorporate the following Verizon umbrella competencies: Problem solving, teamwork, project leadership, quality, contextual learning, technology and service delivery, and customer focus.
Students shall demonstrate the following competencies:
1. Use the laptop computer for the following activities:
(a) Save and retrieve Microsoft Office files, Circuit Simulation files, Adobe
pdf files, and any other files as required by the instructor.
(b) Use the computer as an analytical tool to make calculations, draw graphs,
use computer simulation software to solve electronics problems, print
solutions.
(c) Collect data and create EXCEL files with the data, print graphs.
(d) Log onto Blackboard to download and upload files.
2. Apply the following Course Competencies:
(a) Apply appropriate study techniques as outlined in Bb.
(b) Practice the competencies to add value to every aspect of the course:
participate in teamwork, leadership principles, problem solving, customer
focus, technology/service delivery, and generate quality work.
3. Describe the function of an amplifier with respect to gain and frequency response.
4. Find and interpret IC op amp specification sheets.
5. Analyze and design inverting and non-inverting IC op amp circuits for a specified gain.
6. Identify, describe and calculate the behavior of specialty op amp circuits such as buffer
amplifiers, summing amps, comparators and sample/hold circuits.
7. Describe the characteristics of light radiation and the operation of special purpose
diodes :
(a) Emission of light by LEDs and Lasers
(b) Detection of light by photodiodes
8. Describe the operation of diodes applied to linear and switching power supplies.
9. Describe the operation of transformers applied to power supplies.
10. Calculate and describe the frequency response of passive networks; generate Bode
and phase plots.
11. Follow and describe prescribed lab procedures, set up equipment, take measurements,
interpret results and run computer simulations. Interpret schematic diagrams and
construct breadboard circuits. Troubleshoot electronic circuits.
12. Given a supplemental assignment or an activity assignment, know how to develop a
technical report (using a computer) in one of the areas described in items 1-9 above.
(a) use the library, internet and other sources to collect supplemental information to
write a technical report that includes an introduction, main body, summary.
(b) know how to develop a formal laboratory report including objectives, theory,
procedures, equipment, schematics, calculated/ measured data, and conclusion.
13. Given the specifications for a hardware project, students shall make every
effort to:
(a) work productively as a team , practicing project leadership, interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution.
(b) practice problem solving via the planning and organizing of the project
(c) obtain materials needed for the project and construct the unit.
(d) test the unit to project specifications, and create necessary documentation.
(e) assess the overall quality of the teamwork, and of the project.
(f) develop and deliver to his/her colleagues a 10-minute oral presentation.
14. Listen and think critically. Apply mathematical procedures and quantitative,
methods, logically troubleshoot electronic circuits and propose corrective measures.
Course Delivery:
Faculty is encouraged to use all available technologies and methodologies to create an active, student centered learning environment appropriate for the adult learner.
Evaluation:
Typical Breakout as determined by individual faculty, to include:
Pre-testing, progress testing and post testing
Completion of Blackboard posted assignments (HW, study, etc.)
Completion of hands-on lab work
Completion of a project
1. Three tests on material to date (60 min.) 30%
2. Comprehensive final exam (120 min.) 15%
3. Lab Work 30%
4. Homework 10%
5. Project 15%
IV. DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE:
Week (hrs) Topics Reading Assignment
1 Course Introduction/Amplifier Concepts
DC/AC Review
Amplification: Need for amplification, Gain/Loss/Voltage/Power, types of signals
Signal vs. noise, Effects of input and output resistance, Components from which
amplifiers are built: transistors, power supplies
(Suggested PBS movie “Transistorized”)
Frequency effects
Associated Software simulation lab exercise such as:
Instructor supplied non-inverting op amp (op amp used as black box)
2 Amplifier Loading Effects
Amplification: dB/Voltage/Power
Loading effects/impedances
Telecom applications
Description of diodes and transistors
Associated hands-on lab exercise such as:
Loaded non-inverting op amp, reintroduction of lab equipment
3 Operational Amplifiers
Introduction and general characteristics (black box approach)
Op amp with feedback
Inverting and non-inverting: Closed loop gain, Loop gain, Zin, Zo
Telecom applications
Hands-on lab activity: Inverting Op amp
Introduce plan for project-based learning of op amp applications – discuss the plan,
assign reading, plan for formulation of project teams
4 Op amp Frequency Characteristic
Cutoff frequency, bandwidth, gain-bandwidth
Frequency Response: Open loop and closed loop, slew rate
Telecom applications
Test 1
5 Frequency Response Concepts
Frequency response of passive networks
General concepts: Cutoff frequency, bandwidth, roll-off, dB/stage, dBm
Bode plots: HP and LP, magnitude and phase
Associated lab exercise such as:
Frequency response of passive RC LP and HP network
6 Op amp Applications (well suited to project bases learning)
Overview or facilitate open discussion of the following applications:
Buffer amp, summing amp, sample and hold
Telecom applications
Multiple week hands-on project: Teams investigate different applications and report
at end. Begin research in the classroom, team assignments for homework need to be
decided before departure and teams are to report the following week with focused
plans.
7 Op amp Applications
Comparator: Window, hysterisis
Differential amplifier, common mode and differential mode, CMRR
Telecom applications (Gain-BW)
Hands-on lab activity: Comparator
8 Practical Hands-on Lab
Students develop objectives and procedures based on teacher-supplied specifications.
Test 2
9 Electro-optical devices
Characteristics of light radiation
Wavelength and relationship to frequency
Speed in air and in material with refractive index, n
Photons – emission and absorption
Spontaneous emission, stimulated emission and absorption
Coherence
LED – spontaneous emission
Telecom applications
Associated hands-on lab exercise instructor supplied
10 Electro-optical devices
Laser Diode – Light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation
Photodiode – stimulated absorption
Photodetectors, photoresistors, frequency specific light detectors
Telecom applications
Associated hands-on lab exercise such as:
Study LED characteristics and sense light with a photodiode
11 Power Supply Fundamentals and Regulation
Batteries and characteristics: Sources, internal resistance, converting AC to DC
Power supply block diagram: Output characteristics and regulation
Linear types: Single and dual
Half and full wave rectifiers
Output waveforms, DC equivalent (average) values
RC filtering – ripple voltage
Test 3
12 Transformers
The basic transformer: Step-up, step-down, isolation and auto transformers
Associated lab exercise such as:
Activity using software: Half wave and full wave rectifiers
(DC equivalent, ripple, RC filtering)
13 Switching Power Supply Fundamentals
Step-up, step-down, inverting
Example of PC power supply
Hands-on lab
14 Project Presentations
Practical lab examination
15 Resolve any remaining issues with course concepts
Final Exam
Recommended Laboratory Activities
Activity Description
1. Non-inverting op amp (MultiSim)
2. Loaded non-inverting op amp (Hands-on)
3. Inverting op amp (MultiSim)
4. Test 1
5. Passive LP and HP filter (Hands-on)
6. Summing op amps (Hands-on)
7. Comparator
8. Instructor supplied practical lab and Test 2
9. Electro-optical experiment
10. LED - Photodiode
11. Test 3
12. Rectifier and power supply
13. Switching power supply
14. Project Presentations
15. Final Exam
DISABILITY STATEMENT
I would appreciate hearing from anyone in the class who has any type of disability (e.g., physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) which may require some special accommodation. Please see me during my office hours so that we can discuss your needs. Before services can begin, you must also contact the Disability Services Office, 792-5644, in AB153, Utica campus. (For classes on the Rome Campus, students should be referred to the Student Services Office, PC A30, 334-7709). Staff members will review your documentation, determine eligibility for accommodations, and help determine what those accommodations will be.
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