Syllabus ( ELEC 454 )
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Basic information
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| Course title: |
Simulation of Electronic Circuits |
| Course code: |
ELEC 454 |
| Lecturer: |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Engin AFACAN
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| ECTS credits: |
6 |
| GTU credits: |
3 () |
| Year, Semester: |
4, Fall and Spring |
| Level of course: |
First Cycle (Undergraduate) |
| Type of course: |
Area Elective
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| Language of instruction: |
English
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| Mode of delivery: |
Face to face
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| Pre- and co-requisites: |
none |
| Professional practice: |
No |
| Purpose of the course: |
To have the students gain experience on electronic circuit simulations through computer software. |
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Learning outcomes
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Improving the fundemental knowledge learned in Electronic-1 and Electronic-2 courses.
Contribution to Program Outcomes
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Formulate and solve engineering problems
Method of assessment
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Homework assignment
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Ability to simulate several types and complicated electronic circuits via CAD tools, design and implement related experiments, analyze and interpret the produced data.
Contribution to Program Outcomes
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Design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
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Perform systems design, maintenance and development
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Formulate and solve engineering problems
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Develop his/her knowledge in using different techniques and modern equipment for engineering applications
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Develop an awareness of continuous learning in relation with modern technology
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Find out new methods to improve his/her knowledge
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Employ modern techniques and operate technical devices
Method of assessment
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Homework assignment
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Term paper
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Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, write scientific reports, and understand existing reports.
Contribution to Program Outcomes
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Demonstrate sufficiency in English to follow literature, present technical projects and write articles
Method of assessment
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Homework assignment
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Term paper
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Contents
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| Week 1: |
Introduction to electronic circuit simulation software, information on netlists. |
| Week 2: |
Introduction to the algorithmic infrastructure of electronic simulation software, component parameter lists and interpretation of these by the simulator. |
| Week 3: |
Simulation of small-signal amplifiers. |
| Week 4: |
Simulation of small-signal amplifiers. |
| Week 5: |
Simulation of Op-Amp applications. |
| Week 6: |
Simulation of Op-Amp applications. |
| Week 7: |
Midterm exam. |
| Week 8: |
Simulation of nonlinear circuit applications. |
| Week 9: |
Oscillator simulations. |
| Week 10: |
Mixer simulations. |
| Week 11: |
Simulation of power electronic circuits. |
| Week 12: |
Simulation of power electronic circuits. |
| Week 13: |
Information and simulations on Monte Carlo type uncertainty quantification paradigms. |
| Week 14: |
Information and simulations on Monte Carlo type uncertainty quantification paradigms. |
| Week 15*: |
Overview of course topics, reviews and preparation for the final exam. |
| Week 16*: |
Final exam. |
| Textbooks and materials: |
ngSpice/LTSpice simülasyon dosyaları, MATLAB yönetim kodları
ngSpice manual, Xyce technical manuals
Microelectronic Circuits 2e, M.H. Rashid |
| Recommended readings: |
SPICE: A Guide to Circuit Simulation and Analysis Using PSpice, P.W. Tuinenga. |
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* Between 15th and 16th weeks is there a free week for students to prepare for final exam.
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Assessment
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| Method of assessment |
Week number |
Weight (%) |
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| Mid-terms: |
7 |
30 |
| Other in-term studies: |
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0 |
| Project: |
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0 |
| Homework: |
1-14 (tüm haftalar) |
20 |
| Quiz: |
10 |
10 |
| Final exam: |
16 |
40 |
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Workload
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| Activity |
Duration (Hours per week) |
Total number of weeks |
Total hours in term |
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| Courses (Face-to-face teaching): |
3 |
14 |
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| Own studies outside class: |
3 |
14 |
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| Practice, Recitation: |
0 |
0 |
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| Homework: |
4 |
14 |
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| Term project: |
0 |
0 |
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| Term project presentation: |
0 |
0 |
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| Quiz: |
0 |
0 |
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| Own study for mid-term exam: |
2 |
1 |
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| Mid-term: |
2 |
1 |
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| Personal studies for final exam: |
4 |
1 |
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| Final exam: |
2 |
1 |
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Total workload: |
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Total ECTS credits: |
* |
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* ECTS credit is calculated by dividing total workload by 25.
(1 ECTS = 25 work hours)
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