Electronic Circuit Design (ELEN90056)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Email: r.ranjith@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Email: james.bullock@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
This subject provides an in-depth coverage of transistor (MOSFET and BJT) devices and their use in common circuits. In particular, students will study topics including: transistor operating modes and switching; principles of CMOS circuits; transistor biasing; current-source/emitter-amplifiers; low-frequency response; followers; class B amplifiers; current limiting; current sources and mirrors; differential pairs; feedback in amplifiers and stability; operational amplifiers; operational amplifier circuits; and voltage regulation. This material will be complemented by exposure to circuit simulation software tools and the opportunity to further develop circuit construction/test skills in the laboratory.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Design-focused field-effect and bipolar elementary transistor models, and design of elementary amplifier stages and biasing circuits. Static and dynamic behaviour of amplifier circuits including frequency response, feedback and stability, slew-rate and clipping. Operational amplifiers and opamp based circuits; voltage regulators, references and voltage converters. Verification of electronic circuits using simulation.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)
On completing this subject the student should be able to:
- Model and quantitatively analyse circuits with transistors and other nonlinear devices
- Design and test amplifier circuits
- Construct and test complex electronic circuits in the laboratory
- Use software tools to simulate the behaviour of electronic circuits
Generic skills
Upon completion of this subject, students will have developed the following skills:
- Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals;
- In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline;
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution;
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance;
- Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning;
- Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN30009 | Electrical Network Analysis and Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ELEN30014 | Analog and Digital Electronics Concepts | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Plus:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEN30011 | Electrical Device Modelling | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Please note that the above prerequisites do not apply to students admitted to the 200 pt progam of the Master of Engineering.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
The anti-requisite for this subject is:
ELEN30007
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- One written examination, not exceeding three hours at the end of semester, worth 70%;
- Continuous assessment of submitted group project work (2-3 students), not exceeding 30 pages over the semester (approximately 25-30 hours of work per student), worth 20%;
- A one-hour mid-semester test, worth 10%.
Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the written exam to pass the subject.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1, 2 and 4 are assessed in the final written examination, the mid-semester test, and continuous assessment of submitted project work. ILOs 3 and 4 are assessed as part of submitted laboratory exercises, and project work.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Ranjith Rajasekharan Unnithan Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours of lectures (3 x one hour lectures per week) and up to 30 hours of workshops Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 4 March 2019 to 2 June 2019 Last self-enrol date 15 March 2019 Census date 31 March 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 10 May 2019 Assessment period ends 28 June 2019 Semester 1 contact information
Email: r.ranjith@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator James Bullock Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours of lectures (3 x one hour lectures per week) and up to 30 hours of workshops Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 29 July 2019 to 27 October 2019 Last self-enrol date 9 August 2019 Census date 31 August 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 September 2019 Assessment period ends 22 November 2019 Semester 2 contact information
Email: james.bullock@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
Credit may not be obtained for both ELEN30007 (431-331) Electronic Circuit Design 2 and ELEN90056 Electronic Circuit Design.
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
In-class lectures will alternate subject exposition by the reader with interactive discussion and problem solving. Laboratory experience will focus on solving meaningful design problems through circuit design and implementation, and verifying completed designs using real-world testing and simulation infrastructure.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Lecture and lab notes developed by instructors, textbook. Some material (lecture notes from other institutions, etc) is publicly available through online resources.
Students will be using Digilent's Analog Discovery Kit in the laboratory for circuit implementation and testing. Students will need to buy the Analog Discovery Kit and further information will be given in the lectures during Week 1.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
Subject will also incorporate guest lectures from industry to provide an industry context to the topics covered.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics Specialisation (formal) Electrical with Business Specialisation (formal) Electrical - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 3 November 2022