INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA

COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah / Institute

Engineering

Department / Centre

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Programme

All Engineering Programme

Name of Course / Mode

Electronics / Full time

Course Code

ECE 1312

Name (s) of Academic

staff / Instructor(s)

Dr. Nor Farahidah Zabah

Rationale for the

Required course for All Engineering Programmes
inclusion of the course /
module in the programme
Semester and Year
Offered

Every Semester

Status

Core

Level

Credit Value / Hours

3/127

Pre-requisites (if any)

ECE 1131

Co-requisites (if any)

None

Course Objectives

Learning Outcomes

The objectives of this course are to:

1. Develop an understanding of the characteristics and operation
of modern electronics.
2. Focus on the function of electronic circuits in the overall
electronic system.
3. Familiarize the student with circuit simulation techniques.
4. Provide the necessary means which enable intelligent choices to
be made when designing electronic circuits.
1. Explain the basic characteristics of semiconductor materials
and pn junctions.
2. Analyze basic circuits involving diodes.
3. Apply basic DC and AC current and voltage laws on active
circuits.
4. Design basic electronics circuits using active transistors.
5. Apply the electronic circuits in global engineering
applications.
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Teaching-Learning and
assessment strategy

Course Synopsis

Mode of Delivery
Assessment Methods and
Type/Course Assessment
State weightage of each
type of assessment.

Lectures, Tutorials, Assignments and Quizzes

The design approach to electronic circuits and systems; pnjunction diodes characteristics and applications; basic amplifier
concepts: bipolar junction transistors characteristics, dc biasing
and ac analysis; MOSFET operations: dc biasing and ac analysis;
introduction to operational amplifier and its applications.
Lectures and Tutorials
LO

Method

1,2
Mid-term Test
1,2,3,4,5 Final Examination
1,2,3,4,5 Quizzes
1,2,3,4,5 Assignments
Mapping of course / module to the Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Outcomes
Learning Outcome of the course
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Explain the basic characteristics of semiconductor

materials and pn junctions.

Analyze basic circuits involving diodes.

Apply basic DC and AC current and voltage laws

on active circuits.
Design basic electronics circuits using active

transistors.
Apply the electronic circuits in global engineering

applications.
Content outline of the course / module and the SLT per topic
Learning
Week
Topics
Task/Reading
Hours
Introduction to Electronics:
Brief History, Signals, Frequency Spectrum, Analog and
1
Chapter 1
Digital Signals, Amplifier Characteristics.

2, 3

Semiconductor Materials and Diodes:

Semiconductor Materials and Properties, pn-Junction,
Diode Circuits: DC Analysis and Models, AC Equivalent
Circuit, Other Diode Types.

Chapter 2

4, 5

Diode Circuits:
Rectifier Circuits, Zener Diode Circuits, Clipper and
Clamper Circuits, Multiple-Diode Circuits.

Chapter 3

6, 7

The Bipolar Junction Transistor:

Device Structures, Current-Voltage Characteristics, Load
Line and Modes of Operation, Voltage Transfer
Characteristics, Basic Transistor Applications, Bipolar
Transistor Biasing.

Chapter 4

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8, 9

Basic BJT Amplifiers:

Small-Signal Operation and Models, Single-Stage BJT
Amplifiers: Common Emitter Amplifier, Common
Collector Amplifier, Common-Base Amplifier.

Chapter 5

10, 11

The Field Effect Transistor:

Device Structure, Current-Voltage Characteristics,
MOSFET Circuits Operation, DC Circuit Analysis, Basic
Applications of MOSFET.

Chapter 6

12

Basic FET Amplifiers:

Small-Signal Operation and Models, Common-Source
Amplifier, Common Drain Amplifier, Common-Gate
Amplifier.

Chapter 7

13, 14

Ideal Operational Amplifier and Applications:

Ideal Op-Amp, Inverting Amplifier, Summing Amplifier,
Non-inverting Amplifier, Integrator and Differentiator
Op-Amp Applications.

Chapter 8

Required references supporting the course

The reference lists shall be presented in accordance with APA bibliographic practices and in alphabetical order.

Motakabber, S. M. A, Ibrahimy, M. I., Nordin, Anis, (2012), Fundamentals of Microelectronic

Circuits, Pearson.
Recommended references supporting the course
Boylestad, R. and Nasheslky, L., (1999), Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory, Prentice Hall.
Hambley, A.R., (2000), Electronics, Prentice-Hall.
Jaeger, R.C. and Blalock, T.N., (2004), Microelectronic Circuit Design, McGraw Hill.
Neamen D.A., (2007), Microelectronics Circuit Analysis and Design, McGraw Hill.
Sedra S.A., (2009), Microelectronic Circuits, Oxford.

Prepared by:

Checked by:

Approved by:

Nor Farahidah Zabah

Assistant Professor
Kulliyyah of Engineering

Othman O. Khalifa
Head of Department
Kulliyyah of Engineering

Dean
Kulliyyah of Engineering

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Programme Learning Outcome (PO): At the end of the programme, Students are able to:
KOE PO
1. Engineering Knowledge (T) -Apply knowledge of mathematics, sciences,
engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex
engineering problems;
2. Problem Analysis (T) Identify, formulate, research relevant literature and analyze
complex engineering problems, and reaching substantiated conclusions using first
principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences;
3. Design/Development of Solutions (A) Design solutions, exhibiting
innovativeness, for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or
processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and
safety, cultural, societal, economical, ethical, environmental and sustainability issues.
4. Investigation (D) Conduct investigation into complex problems, displaying
creativeness, using research-based knowledge, and research methods including design
of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to
provide valid conclusions;
5. Modern Tool Usage (A & D) -Create, select and apply appropriate techniques,
resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to
complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations;
6. The Engineer and Society (ESSE) -Apply reasoning based on contextual
knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, cultural, contemporary issues, and
the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practices.
7. Environment and Sustainability (ESSE) -Understand the impact of professional
engineering solutions in societal, global, and environmental contexts and demonstrate
knowledge of and need for sustainable development;
8. Ethics (ESSE) Apply professional ethics with Islamic values and commit to
responsibilities and norms of professional engineering code of practices.
9. Communication (S) -Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities
with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to
comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions;

10. Individual and Team Work (S) -Function effectively as an individual, and as a
member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
11. Life Long Learning (S) -Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and
ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of
technological change.
12. Project Management and Finance (S) -Demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of engineering management and financial principles and apply these to
ones own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in
multidisciplinary settings, and identify opportunities of entrepreneurship.

MQF
Domain
1&6

1&6

2, 3 & 6

2&6

3&4

3&4

3&4

5&7

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