ELTS2100 Electronics Course description

The course contains 2 credits in physics.

No requirements over and above the admission requirements.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student:

• is familiar with the functioning and properties of important electronics components
• is familiar with system description for electronics
• know the basic structure of electric motors and generators
• have knowledge of descriptions of sensors and actuators
• have knowledge of building elementary amplifiers and be able to analyze these
• has general knowledge of control of electrical systems and especially of feedback systems
• has knowledge of basic structure and operation of semiconductor components
• has knowledge about functioning of semiconductor components

Skills

The student is capable of:

• analyze transient conditions in second order RLC circuits
• designing amplifier couplings
• reading and understanding a circuit diagram and performing troubleshooting if necessary
• discussing a circuit solution and explaining how it works
• using manufacturer manuals and data sheets

General competence

The student:

• is capable of analysing a problem and specifying a solution method
• is capable of discussing different solution methods
• has basic knowledge of modern construction methods and components used in industrial electronics

Theory lectures, laboratory work, and a small project including a presentation and report. Computer-based exercises are part of the lab work and project. Theoretical exercises are not compulsory.

The following coursework is compulsory and must be approved before the student can sit the exam:

• 5 lab exercises

Individual written exam, 3 hours.

The exam result can be appealed.

A handheld calculator that cannot be used for wireless communication or to perform symbolic calculations. If the calculator’s internal memory can store data, the memory must be deleted before the exam. Random checks may be carried out.

Grade scale A-F.

One internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.