| Obligation |
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Must |
| Prerequisite courses |
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- |
| Concurrent courses |
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ELE227 |
| Delivery modes |
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Face-to-Face |
| Learning and teaching strategies |
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Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Problem Solving, Other: This course must be taken together with ELE227 FUNDAMENTALS of DIGITAL SYSTEMS LABORATORY. |
| Course objective |
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The aim of this course is to teach the basics of digital systems to students and to equip them with the capability of analyzing and designing combinational and sequential systems. Also, to provide them with essential background for advanced computer related courses in the following semesters. The topics covered in the course are reinforced via experiments conducted in ELE 227 laboratory course. |
| Learning outcomes |
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A student who completes the course successfully will Analyze and design combinational logic circuits Analyze and design synchronous sequential logic circuits Analyze circuits that use flip-flops, registers and counters, describe the functions of such circuits and design circuits using these devices Analyze circuits that use RAM, ROM, PLA, and PAL devices, describe the functions of such circuits and design circuits using these devices |
| Course content |
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Review of number systems and Boolean algebra Simplification of Boolean functions Analysis and design using logic gates Description of basic logic building blocks, analysis and design using these blocks Analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits Memory structures, programmable logic devices |
| References |
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Mano M.M., Ciletti M.D., Digital Design, 6/e, Pearson, 2019.; Wakerly J.F., Digital Design: Principles and Practices, 5/e, Pearson, 2018. ; Ciletti M.D., Advanced Digital Design with the Verilog HDL, 2/e, Pearson, 2011. |
Course Outline Weekly
| Weeks |
Topics |
| 1 |
Number systems, binary arithmetic, signed numbers, binary codes |
| 2 |
Basics of Boolean algebra, algebraic simplification, canonical and standard forms |
| 3 |
Karnaugh maps, SOP and POS simplification, two level design |
| 4 |
NAND and NOR designs, analysis and design of multilevel circuits, EXOR gates, parity bit generation |
| 5 |
Combinational circuit blocks: Adders, multipliers, comparators |
| 6 |
Combinational circuit blocks: Decoders, encoders, multiplexers and combinational circuit implementation using these blocks |
| 7 |
Latch circuits, flip-flops, triggering of flip-flops |
| 8 |
Analysis of synchronous sequential circuits, the state table and the state diagram |
| 9 |
MIDTERM EXAM |
| 10 |
Design of synchronous sequential circuits, state assignment and state reduction |
| 11 |
Registers, shift registers, synchronous and asynchronous counters |
| 12 |
Memory structures, types of RAM , memory decoding, error correcting codes |
| 13 |
Programmable logic arrays: ROM, PLA and PAL |
| 14 |
Sequential programmable devices: SPLD, CPLD and FPGA |
| 15 |
Preparation for Final exam |
| 16 |
Final exam |
Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes
| Key learning outcomes |
Contribution level |
| 1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1. |
Possesses the theoretical and practical knowledge required in Electrical and Electronics Engineering discipline. | | | | | |
| 2. |
Utilizes his/her theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science and electrical and electronics engineering towards finding engineering solutions. | | | | | |
| 3. |
Determines and defines a problem in electrical and electronics engineering, then models and solves it by applying the appropriate analytical or numerical methods. | | | | | |
| 4. |
Designs a system under realistic constraints using modern methods and tools. | | | | | |
| 5. |
Designs and performs an experiment, analyzes and interprets the results. | | | | | |
| 6. |
Possesses the necessary qualifications to carry out interdisciplinary work either individually or as a team member. | | | | | |
| 7. |
Accesses information, performs literature search, uses databases and other knowledge sources, follows developments in science and technology. | | | | | |
| 8. |
Performs project planning and time management, plans his/her career development. | | | | | |
| 9. |
Possesses an advanced level of expertise in computer hardware and software, is proficient in using information and communication technologies. | | | | | |
| 10. |
Is competent in oral or written communication; has advanced command of English. | | | | | |
| 11. |
Has an awareness of his/her professional, ethical and social responsibilities. | | | | | |
| 12. |
Has an awareness of the universal impacts and social consequences of engineering solutions and applications; is well-informed about modern-day problems. | | | | | |
| 13. |
Is innovative and inquisitive; has a high level of professional self-esteem. | | | | | |
