2006-2007, 2023-Present

Course Objectives

As a continuation of ECE 2160 Electronics 2E, the objectives of this course are for students to learn to both analyze and design fundamental electronic circuits, and to explore their practical applications.

Course Content

The following topics will be covered:

- MOSFETs

- Differential Amplifiers: Common-mode vs. differential mode, common-mode rejection ratio, small-signal and large-signal operation, input/output characteristics, non-ideal characteristics, active load, frequency response.

- Single-stage IC Amplifiers: BJT, biasing, high-frequency response, large-signal transfer characteristics, follower circuits, paired transistors, current mirror.

- Feedback: Theory, feedback topologies, examples of feedback circuits, circuit characteristics improvement using feedback.

- Oscillators: Loop-gain criteria, Wien-Bridge oscillators, tank circuit/tuned circuit oscillators, crystal oscillators, multi-vibrators, timers.

- Power Amplifiers: Classification, some common configurations, detailed class B power amplifiers.

- Digital Circuits: Inverter characteristic, noise margins, loading and fan-out, power dissipation.