To give an introduction to · Semiconductor electronic components, (diode, BJT, FET MOSFET), · DC biasing of electronic components, · Small signal modelling and analysis of electronic circuits, · Analysis and design of single and multi-stage electronic amplifiers, · Modern approach to electronic circuit analysis by using computer tools: PSPICE, etc.
Prerequisite(s)
None
Corequisite(s)
None
Special Requisite(s)
None
Instructor(s)
Professor Oruç Bilgiç
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule
Mondays, 15.00-17:00 B1-6, Fridays 15:-17:00 B1-7
Office Hour(s)
Fridays 10:00-11:00
Teaching Methods and Techniques
Principle Sources
Sedra A.S., Smith K.C.,"Microelectronic Circuits, 7th Edition, Oxford University Press, New York, 2015
Book website: https://global.oup.com/us/companion.websites/9780199339136/student/
Other Sources
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Diodes: Ideal diode
Oral presentation
2. Week
Terminal Characteristics of Junction diodes
Oral presentation
3. Week
Modeling the diode forward characteristics
Oral presentation
4. Week
Bipolar junction transistors (BJT) : Physical operation, Current voltage characteristics
Oral presentation
5. Week
DC analysis of Bipolar Junction Transistors
Oral presentation
6. Week
AC analysis of Bipolar Junction Transistors. BJT Amplifiers,
Oral presentation
7. Week
Input and output resistances of BJT amplifiers
Oral presentation
8. Week
Feast of Ramadan
9. Week
EXAM WEEK
Written exam
10. Week
Field effect transistors (MOSFET), DC analysis of Field effect transistors (MOSFETS)
Oral presentation
11. Week
AC analysis of MOS Amplifiers. Small-Signal Operation and Models
Oral presentation
12. Week
Input and output resistances of MOS amplifiers
Oral presentation
13. Week
Multistage ( or cascaded) amplifiers
Oral presentation
14. Week
Review
Oral presentation
15. Week
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
40
Final Exam
1
60
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
PO-2
Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PO-3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
PO-4
Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
PO-5
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
PO-6
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PO-7
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
PO-8
Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
PO-9
Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
PO-10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
PO-11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Analysis and design of functional diode circuits.
LO-2
Analysis and design of basic analog BJT amplifier configurations.
LO-3
Analysis and design of basic analog MOSFET amplifier configurations.
LO-4
Describe the characteristics, biasing techniques, and circuit models of semiconductor devices.
