1. General information
Course:
ELECTRONICS I
Code:
59610
Type:
CORE COURSE
ECTS credits:
6
Degree:
385 - DEGREE IN TELECOMMUNICATI TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING
Academic year:
2020-21
Center:
308 - SCHOOL POLYTECHNIC OF CUENCA
Group(s):
30
Year:
2
Duration:
First semester
Main language:
Spanish
Second language:
Use of additional languages:
English Friendly:
Y
Web site:
Bilingual:
N
Lecturer:
RAUL ALCARAZ MARTINEZ
- Group(s):
30
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
E. Politécnica Cuenca (0.03)
INGENIERÍA ELÉCTRICA, ELECTRÓNICA, AUTOMÁTICA Y COMUNICACIONES
926054053
raul.alcaraz@uclm.es
This information will be published before the course starts
2. Pre-Requisites
According to the UCLM regulation, no prerequiste courses can be established. Nonetheless, it is recommended that students have previously followed and, if possible, passed the courses of "System Analysis", "Components and Circuits", and "Electronics Devices". More precisely, students are required to undersand and handle basic concepts about sampling, hold, and codification of signals, electrical circuit theory, semiconductors and transistors, binary numbers, structured programming, design of algorithms, and software debugging.
3. Justification in the curriculum, relation to other subjects and to the profession
Electronics plays a key role in many branchs of the Telecommunications engineering. Thus, this course exposes students for the first time to fundamental concepts of digital circuits, including binary numbers, logic gates, and complex digital logic blocks and systems. Nowadays, digital circuits and systems are the basis for many communication and consumer electronic devices. Consequently, the knowledge gained in this course will be required to understand more advanced concepts in upper subjects of the degree program, such as "Digital Electronics Systems", "Audiovisual Equipments in Medicine", "Sensors and Sensor Wireless Networks ", "Electronics Technology", and "Interdisciplinary Applications in Telecommunications".
4. Degree competences achieved in this course
| Course competences | |
|---|---|
| Code | Description |
| E08 | The ability to use computer tools to search for bibliographic resources or for information related to telecommunications and electronics. |
| E14 | The ability to analyse and design combinational and sequential circuits, synchronous and asynchronous, and use of microprocessors and integrated circuits. |
| E15 | Knowledge and application of the fundamentals of hardware device description languages. |
| G01 | Knowledge of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). |
| G02 | Correct, oral and written, communication skills. |
| G06 | Knowledge of basic subjects and technologies, enabling students to learn new methods and technologies, as well as providing great versatility to adapt to new situations |
| G12 | The ability to work in a multidisciplinary group and in a multilingual environment and to communicate, both in writing and orally, knowledge, procedures, results and ideas related to telecommunications and electronics |
| G13 | The ability to look for and understand information, wether technical or commercial in different sources, to relate and structure it to integrate ideas and knowledge. Analysis, synthesis and implementation of ideas and knowledge. |
5. Objectives or Learning Outcomes
| Course learning outcomes | |
|---|---|
| Description | |
| Appropriate type of bistable selection or combinational circuits capacity maximization. | |
| Carrying out calculations to establish the different parameters of a digital electronic system. | |
| Realization of assemblies and measurements of circuits in the laboratory. | |
| Correct use of oral and written expression to convey ideas, technologies, results, etc. | |
| Use of ICT to achieve the specific objectives set in the subject. | |
| Use of hardware description languages to perform programming (combinational and sequential circuits) of a programmable logic device. | |
| Familiarization in the use of commercial circuits, interpreting the information provided by the manufacturers. | |
| Compression, analysis and synthesis of technical documentation and mastery of specific vocabulary. | |
| Application of switching and automation theory to the problem solving of analysis and design of digital circuits. | |
| Distinction of the different applications of digital electronic systems. | |
| Combination of different circuits to obtain new functionalities, in case the integrated circuit that performs the desired logic function is not available. | |
| Comparison between programmable logic devices based on their characteristics. | |
| Additional outcomes | |
| Not established. |
6. Units / Contents
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Unit 1: Introduction to digital systems
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Unit 1.1: Analog vs digital signals and systems
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Unit 1.2: Binary digits
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Unit 1.3: Basic logic operations
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Unit 1.4: Basic logic functions
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Unit 2: Number systems and codes
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Unit 2.1: Decimal numbers
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Unit 2.2: Binary numbers
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Unit 2.3: Hexadecimal numbers
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Unit 2.4: Octal numbers
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Unit 2.5: Binary coded decimal
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Unit 2.6: Error detection codes
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Unit 3: Boolean algebra and logic simplification
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Unit 3.1: Introduction to Boolean algebra
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Unit 3.2: Logic functions
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Unit 3.3: Simplification of Boolean expressions
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Unit 4: Design of digital circuits
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Unit 4.1: Gate-level design
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Unit 4.2: Programmable logic
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Unit 4.3: Application-specific integrated circuits
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Unit 4.4: LAB 0. WIRED XOR GATE
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Unit 5: Introduction to VHDL
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Unit 5.1: Introduction
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Unit 5.2: Basic units of design
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Unit 5.3: Elements and operators
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Unit 5.4: Sentences
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Unit 5.5: LAB. 1. INTRODUCTION TO QUARTUS II
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Unit 6: Combinational systems
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Unit 6.1: Encoders
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Unit 6.2: Decoders
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Unit 6.3: Multiplexers
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Unit 6.4: Demultiplexers
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Unit 6.5: Arithmetic circuits
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Unit 6.6: Comparators
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Unit 6.7: Code converters
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Unit 6.8: Parity Generators/Checkers
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Unit 6.9: LAB 2. COMBINATIONAL CIRCUITS
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Unit 7: Sequential systems
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Unit 7.1: Introduction
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Unit 7.2: Flip-flops
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Unit 7.3: Counters
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Unit 7.4: Shift registers
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Unit 7.5: Finite state machines
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Unit 7.6: LAB 3. SEQUENTIAL CIRCUITS
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ADDITIONAL COMMENTS, REMARKS
Hardware and software tools available at electronics laboratory will be used to develop the proposed hands-on experiments.
7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
| Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
| Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 | 1 | 25 | N | N | ||
| Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | E14 E15 G02 G06 G12 | 0.4 | 10 | Y | N | ||
| Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | E14 E15 G02 G06 G12 | 0.4 | 10 | Y | N | Homework assignments | |
| Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | E08 E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 G12 G13 | 0.8 | 20 | N | N | Attendance is mandatory and only one session can be lost. The workers enrolled in the course must inform the instructor before the beginning of the laboratory sessions | |
| Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [OFF-SITE] | E08 E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 G12 G13 | 1 | 25 | Y | Y | Preparation of hands-on experiments before their development, as well as final reports including measures, reflexions and conclusions | ||
| Individual tutoring sessions [ON-SITE] | E08 E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 G12 G13 | 0.04 | 1 | N | N | |||
| Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | E08 E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 G12 G13 | 2.2 | 55 | N | N | |||
| Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E08 E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 G12 G13 | 0.12 | 3 | Y | Y | Theory concepts will be assessed through a written examination (final exam) | |
| Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E08 E14 E15 G01 G02 G06 G12 G13 | 0.04 | 1 | Y | Y | Hands-on experiments will also be assessed through one or several written and/or oral examinations | |
| Total: | 6 | 150 | ||||||
| Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 | Total class time hours: 60 | |||||||
| Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 | Total hours of out of class work: 90 | |||||||
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
| Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
| Assessment of active participation | 5.00% | 0.00% | In-class activities |
| Laboratory sessions | 15.00% | 15.00% | Assessment of the reports submitted for hands-on experiments |
| Test | 60.00% | 70.00% | A final exam assessing all theory concepts |
| Assessment of problem solving and/or case studies | 5.00% | 0.00% | Homework assignments |
| Test | 15.00% | 15.00% | Assessment of hands-on skills by written and/or oral examinations |
| Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
According to art. 4 of the UCLM Student Evaluation Regulations, it must be provided to students who cannot regularly attend face-to-face training activities the passing of the subject, having the right (art. 12.2) to be globally graded, in 2 annual calls per subject , an ordinary and an extraordinary one (evaluating 100% of the competences).
Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
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Continuous assessment:To pass the course, students will have to satisfy the next three requirements:
- All laboratory tasks will have to be submitted and the oral or written examination will have to be taken. No minimum mark will be required for any hands-on experiment, but the weighted average score for all of them will have to be higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points). A minimum mark on the oral or written examination of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A degree on the final exam higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A final mark on the course higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required. -
Non-continuous evaluation:Those students unable to follow regularly the course will have to contact with the instructor within the first month. To pass the course, students will have to satisfy the next three requirements:
- All laboratory tasks will have to be submitted and the oral or written examination will have to be taken. No minimum mark will be required for any hands-on experiment, but the weighted average score for all of them will have to be higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points). A minimum mark on the oral or written examination of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A degree on the final exam higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A final mark on the course higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
The second oportunity to pass the course activities will follow the next criteria:
- In continuous assessment, 'assessment of active participation' and 'assessment of problem solving and/or cases studies' will be considered within the final exam assessing all theory concepts.
- The final exam asessing all theory concepts will be awarded with 70% of the final mark on the course.
- Only one hands-on experiment will have to be conducted to improve the mark on 'Laboratory sessions'. This activity will be awarded with 15% of the final mark on the course.
- The laboratory examination will be awarded with 15% of the final mark on the course.
To pass the course, students have to satisfy the next three requirements:
- The proposed laboratory experiment will have be submitted and the oral or written examination will have to be taken. For both activities, a minimum mark of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A degree on the final exam higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A final mark on the course higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
In the case of failing the course, the average mark on the laboratory activities (if it is equal or higher than 4 points) will be maintained for the next offering, unless the student voluntarily decides to retake this set of activities.
- In continuous assessment, 'assessment of active participation' and 'assessment of problem solving and/or cases studies' will be considered within the final exam assessing all theory concepts.
- The final exam asessing all theory concepts will be awarded with 70% of the final mark on the course.
- Only one hands-on experiment will have to be conducted to improve the mark on 'Laboratory sessions'. This activity will be awarded with 15% of the final mark on the course.
- The laboratory examination will be awarded with 15% of the final mark on the course.
To pass the course, students have to satisfy the next three requirements:
- The proposed laboratory experiment will have be submitted and the oral or written examination will have to be taken. For both activities, a minimum mark of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A degree on the final exam higher than 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
- A final mark on the course higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required.
In the case of failing the course, the average mark on the laboratory activities (if it is equal or higher than 4 points) will be maintained for the next offering, unless the student voluntarily decides to retake this set of activities.
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
If students passed the laboratory activities in the preceding course, only a exam covering all theory concepts will have to be tackled. Otherwise, students will have to take two exams, one covering theory concepts and another assessing laboratory skills. The grading scheme will award 70% of the final mark on the course for theory exam and 30% for laboratory test. For both examinations a minimum mark of 4 points (on a scale of 10 points) will be required. Moreover, the final weighted average mark will have to be equal or higher than 5 points (on a scale of 10 points).
9. Assignments, course calendar and important dates
| Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
|---|---|
| Hours | hours |
| Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [AUTÓNOMA][] | 25 |
| Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][] | 1 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][] | 55 |
| Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 3 |
| Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 1 |
| Unit 1 (de 7): Introduction to digital systems | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1 |
| Unit 2 (de 7): Number systems and codes | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 2 |
| Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | .5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | .5 |
| Unit 3 (de 7): Boolean algebra and logic simplification | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 3 |
| Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | .5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | .5 |
| Unit 4 (de 7): Design of digital circuits | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 2 |
| Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 1 |
| Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 1.5 |
| Unit 5 (de 7): Introduction to VHDL | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 3 |
| Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
| Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 3.5 |
| Unit 6 (de 7): Combinational systems | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 5 |
| Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 2.5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 2.5 |
| Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 7.5 |
| Unit 7 (de 7): Sequential systems | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 9 |
| Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 4 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 4 |
| Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 7.5 |
| Global activity | |
|---|---|
| Activities | hours |
| General comments about the planning: | This planning is purely advisory and may be subject to alteration during the course. |
10. Bibliography and Sources
