Electronics – Dept. of SE

Course Outline: Electronics with Lab

Course Title: Electronics with Lab
Course Code: GEDU-***
Credit Hours: 3 (2 Theory + 1 Lab)
Program: Bachelor of Software Engineering
Prerequisites: Basic Physics, Mathematics

Course Description:

This course introduces students to the principles and applications of electronics, focusing on the role of electronic components and circuits in software-driven systems. The course includes both theoretical learning and hands-on laboratory work, enabling students to design, analyze, and integrate electronic circuits into software engineering projects.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Understand the fundamental concepts of electronic components and circuits.
Analyze and design basic electronic circuits.
Apply the principles of digital electronics in software engineering contexts.
Utilize electronic components in software-driven applications.
Conduct experiments to validate theoretical knowledge.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) and Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):

CLO	Description	PLO
CLO 1: Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic components and circuits.	Identify and explain the operation of key electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, and transistors.	PLO 1
CLO 2: Analyze and design simple analog and digital circuits.	Analyze, design, and troubleshoot basic analog and digital circuits, including amplifiers and logic gates.	PLO 2
CLO 3: Use electronic simulation tools for circuit design and analysis.	Utilize software tools like LTspice or Proteus to simulate and evaluate electronic circuits.	PLO 5
CLO 4: Integrate electronic components into software-driven systems.	Design and implement simple embedded systems by integrating microcontrollers and sensors.	PLO 3
CLO 5: Conduct and document experiments in electronics.	Perform laboratory experiments, collect data, analyze results, and document findings effectively.	PLO 4

Course Content:

Week 1-2: Introduction to Electronics

Topics:
- Overview of Electronics in Software Engineering
- Basic Concepts: Voltage, Current, Resistance, Power
- Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Laws
Reading Material:
- Boylestad & Nashelsky, Chapters 1-2
- Supplementary Articles on Basic Circuit Theory
Assignments:
- Assignment 1: Problems on Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Laws
Lab Work:
- Lab 1: Introduction to Electronic Components and Multimeter Usage
Lab Practical Detail:
- Identify and measure values of resistors, capacitors, and inductors using a multimeter.

Week 3-4: Passive Components and Circuits

Topics:
- Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors
- Series and Parallel Circuits
- RC, RL, and RLC Circuits
Reading Material:
- Boylestad & Nashelsky, Chapters 3-4
- Supplementary Articles on Passive Circuit Design
Assignments:
- Assignment 2: Circuit Analysis Problems (Series/Parallel Circuits)
Lab Work:
- Lab 2: Constructing and Analyzing Series and Parallel Circuits
Lab Practical Detail:
- Construct series and parallel resistor networks, measure voltages and currents, and verify with calculations.

Week 5-6: Semiconductor Devices

Topics:
- Diodes: Types, Characteristics, and Applications
- Transistors: Types, Operation, and Configurations
Reading Material:
- Boylestad & Nashelsky, Chapters 5-6
- Sedra & Smith, Chapter 4 (Diodes)
Assignments:
- Assignment 3: Problems on Diode and Transistor Characteristics
Lab Work:
- Lab 3: Diode Characteristics and Simple Rectifier Circuits
Lab Practical Detail:
- Measure and plot the IV characteristics of a diode, and build a basic rectifier circuit.

Week 7-8: Analog Electronics

Topics:
- Operational Amplifiers: Basics and Applications
- Filters: Low-pass, High-pass, Band-pass
- Signal Amplification
Reading Material:
- Boylestad & Nashelsky, Chapter 8 (Op-Amps)
- Supplementary Articles on Filters and Amplification
Assignments:
- Assignment 4: Design Problems on Op-Amp Circuits
Lab Work:
- Lab 4: Op-Amp Circuits and Applications
Lab Practical Detail:
- Design and test a simple amplifier circuit using an operational amplifier.

Week 9-10: Digital Electronics

Topics:
- Logic Gates and Boolean Algebra
- Combinational Logic Circuits
- Flip-Flops and Sequential Circuits
Reading Material:
- Mano & Ciletti, Chapters 2-3 (Digital Design)
- Supplementary Articles on Logic Circuit Design
Assignments:
- Assignment 5: Design and Analysis of Combinational Logic Circuits
Lab Work:
- Lab 5: Designing and Simulating Basic Logic Circuits
Lab Practical Detail:
- Design a basic combinational logic circuit and simulate it using a digital simulator.

Week 11-12: Integrated Circuits and Microcontrollers

Topics:
- Introduction to ICs
- Basics of Microcontrollers
- Interfacing Microcontrollers with Sensors and Actuators
Reading Material:
- Sedra & Smith, Chapter 13 (Microcontrollers)
- Supplementary Tutorials on Arduino/Raspberry Pi
Assignments:
- Assignment 6: Microcontroller Programming Tasks
Lab Work:
- Lab 6: Microcontroller Programming and Simple Interfacing
Lab Practical Detail:
- Write a simple program to interface a microcontroller with an LED and a sensor.

Week 13-14: Power Electronics and Regulators

Topics:
- Power Supplies and Voltage Regulators
- Switching Circuits
- Introduction to Inverters and Converters
Reading Material:
- Boylestad & Nashelsky, Chapter 11 (Power Electronics)
- Supplementary Articles on Power Supply Design
Assignments:
- Assignment 7: Design a Simple Power Supply Circuit
Lab Work:
- Lab 7: Designing a Regulated Power Supply
Lab Practical Detail:
- Design and build a simple voltage regulator circuit and test its performance.

Week 15: Applications of Electronics in Software Systems

Topics:
- Embedded Systems Overview
- Role of Electronics in IoT and Smart Devices
- Integration of Hardware and Software
Reading Material:
- Supplementary Articles on Embedded Systems and IoT
Assignments:
- Assignment 8: Research and Presentation on IoT Applications
Lab Work:
- Lab 8: Mini Project: Building a Simple Embedded System
Lab Practical Detail:
- Design and implement a simple IoT device that collects data and sends it to a software system.

Week 16: Final Project and Review

Topics:
- Final Review of Course Content
- Presentation and Demonstration of Final Projects
Lab Work:
- Lab 9: Final Project Demonstration and Evaluation
Lab Practical Detail:
- Present and demonstrate the final project developed over the course, focusing on the integration of electronics with software.

Assessment Methods:

Midterm Exam: 20%
Final Exam: 30%
Lab Work: 30%
Assignments/Quizzes: 10%
Final Project: 10%

Additional Resources:

Online simulation tools like LTspice, Proteus
Microcontroller development boards like Arduino, Raspberry Pi