CENG215 Digital Electronics CircuitsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Computer Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Computer Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: CENG215
Course Name: Digital Electronics Circuits
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
2 2 3 4
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course:
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. AZMİ ALİ ALTINTAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. KORAY DÜZTAŞ
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of the course is to represent the circuit elements, to teach the methods of circuits analysis for direct and alternating currents. The other aim is to teach semiconductors, doping, p-n junction and to represent diodes and transistors.
Course Content: Resistances, capacitors, inductorsi Kirchhoff's laws, methods of circuit analysis, alternating currents, transformators, semiconductors, energy leves of electrons, doping, p and n type semiconductors,p-n junctions, diodes, applications of diodes, p-n-p and n-p-n junction, transistors.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Knowing the concept of electric force, electric field, electric potential, current and resistance.
2) Understanding Kirchhoff's laws and apply them.
3) Knows the Branch-Mesh Method
4) To be able to analyze R-C, R-L, L-C and R-L-C circuits
5) To be able to analyze alternating current circuits
6) Knows the idea of semiconductor then analyze and construct the circuits with diodes.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Knows Norton and Thévénin methods
2) To be able to group study, design experiment, take data and analys the data. To take the ability of writing reports.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Definition of course and orientation. This week the method of teching and aim of course is explained. The laboratory is presented.
2) Introduction and fundamentals of direct current. This week , the unit systems and conversion of units are explained briefly Then, the definition of charge, electric force, electric fieldand electric potential are given. After that, the definition of current is presented. Rewieving the chapter units and unit systems from the physics course.
3) Fundamentals of direct circuit and Kirchhoff's rules. This week we learn the definition of resistance and how the connect them. After that the Kirchhoff's rules are introduced.
4) Circuit Analysis Method: Loop and Mesh
5) Circuit Analysis Method: Norton and Theévenin
6) Capacitor and Inductor. This week we learn the capacitors and inductors as circuit elements.
7) R-C, R-L and R-L-C circuits. This week we introduce the kombination of serial connected, resistance, capacitance and inducte.
8) Midterm
9) Alternating Current 1. This week, we learn how to get alternating current and advantages of it. Then we investigate what happens when the circuit elements are connected to a alternating current source.
9) Alternating Current 1. This week, we learn how to get alternating current and advantages of it. Then we investigate what happens when the circuit elements are connected to a alternating current source.
10) Alternating Current 2. This week, we continue toinvestigate what happens when the circuit elements are connected to a alternating current source. Then learn the transformators.
11) Diodes. This week, we learn semiconductors, band structure and p-n junction. Then we examine diodes.
12) Applications of diodes. We examine the circuis that we build up by diodes.
13) Applications of diodes. We continue to examine the circuis that we build up by diodes.
14) Transistors. Other semiconducting circuit element, transistor, is investigated.
15) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory-Pearson
References: Circuit Analysis Theory and Practise-Cengage Learning

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for examination of engineering problems.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information on project management and practices in business life such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development.
11) Information on the effects of engineering applications on health, environment and safety in the universal and social dimensions and the problems of the times; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.) 4
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively. 3
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for examination of engineering problems. 3
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information on project management and practices in business life such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development.
11) Information on the effects of engineering applications on health, environment and safety in the universal and social dimensions and the problems of the times; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Lab
Homework
Problem Solving

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Application

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Laboratory 6 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 5 70
Laboratory 6 5 30
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 10 10
Total Workload 120